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Info for HYS Coaches

The Role of the HYS coach
Our goal as volunteer coaches is to lead and inspire kids through soccer and ultimately BRING KIDS BACK YEAR ON YEAR! This is our measure of success. We will accomplish this with four fundamental principles of HYS coaching:

  • Maximize Enjoyment: The more kids enjoy soccer, the more engaged they will be when they play, the more often they will play, the longer they will play, and the more they will improve.
  • Maximize Repetition: Repetitions build muscle memory and is key in developing ball control and other technical skills.  
  • Maximize Empowerment: We want kids to have ownership, so they feel more attached to their team.  We want them to feel empowered to make decisions, so they can learn from the outcomes of those decisions. 
  • Maximize Composure: Set the examples for parents, players, other coaches and officials by practicing composure at all times during games, practices and communication.

Where to Start?

Starting out as a coach can be a daunting task. Don’t worry, we have you covered! Click here to register and begin your journey of becoming a coach:  Along the way we will provide everything you need including:

  • Coach responsibilities - before the season, during the season and after the season. 
  • Preparing for a season - expectations on communication with players, parents, coaches and league officials.
  • Running practice sessions - we have lesson plans for every age group
  • Managing games - guidance on formations and strategies
  • Equipment - we have all the gear you need 
  • Education - we provide in person sessions, online tools and will reimburse formal coach licensing. 

Contact your age group director or Director of Coaching [email protected] for any help you need. We are happy to help you!

Available Resources

We have many resources available to our coaches which will help them through the season.

  • Age Group Guidelines - Defines development objectives and specific technical, tactical, psychological and physical skill focus areas for that age group.  Click here.
  • Lesson Plans - Specific games and activities which are age group appropriate and that will ensure you keep the focus on the right level of skill for the age group you are coaching.   Click here.
  • Systems of Play - Offers different formations by age group, an understanding of the roles and responsibilities for each position on the field and a general understanding of phases of play. Click here.
  • Rules of the Game - If you are new to soccer, here is a brief summary of the major rules in soccer. Click here.

Improving Your Craft

There are several ways to become a better coach:

  • Attend HYS coach training sessions.  We will notify you of upcoming courses.
  • Take licensing courses through Mass Youth Soccer
  • Seek help from age group coordinators and the director of coaching.
  • Use the Web. YouTube in particular has loads of great videos.
  • Download the Mojo app and check out hundreds of lesson plans for free.
  • Go Mass Youth Soccer and check out their resources.
  • Use the Coaches Blog

 Other Resources for Coaches

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