MYSA coaches will adhere to the guidelines provided by the Wisconsin Youth Soccer  Associations as follows:  

Coaches Responsibilities and Behavior Guidelines  

Coaching is a privilege granted by clubs and parents and with this privilege comes  responsibilities. Coaches should keep in mind their position as role models for their players.  The coaches set the tone in sportsmanship for the players and spectators. Coaches should  remember that soccer is more than winning at all cost. Don’t forget the game is for the kids.  The objective of sports for youth should be: 

1. Enjoyment 
2. Skill development 
3. Participation in a team sport 
4. The development of good sportsmanship. 

The coach, the primary influence on the players, determines if the objectives of the State  Association for youth soccer players are met. The State Association expects the coaches to  abide by the following guidelines: 

1. Coaches should participate in the post-game handshake with opponents and referees (good  example for players). Coaches who fail to shake hands and exhibit good sportsmanship in  defeat as well as victory should be reported. 
2. It is beneficial for coaches to attend referee clinics and to referee at some time for the  experience. 
3. Coaches shall refrain from negative coaching on the sidelines and refrain from yelling at  players, opponents and game officials from the sidelines. 
4. Coaches are required to have in their possession a state issued coach pass card. To obtain  a state issued coach pass card, a coach must complete the Kid-Safe Coach Registration  Process. This element is part of the State Association’s RISK MANAGEMENT PROGRAM and  is a requirement of membership within US Youth Soccer and US Soccer. 5. Coaches shall be appropriately licensed or certified subject to the age group being coached. 

Additionally, MYSA coaches will be expected to: 

1. Inspect equipment and fields on a regular basis to ensure the safety of the players.
2. Maintain open line of communication with players and parents. Team goals and objectives  will be explained. 
3. Adhere to MYSA playing time guidelines. 
4. Respect the referees and game officials and their authority during every game. e) Learn and know the rules of the game and uphold these. 
5. Have a positive attitude and praise players for trying hard, playing fair and doing their best,  regardless of the outcome of the game. Never criticize or yell at any player for making a  mistake. Coaches will have zero tolerance of any physical or verbal abuse in youth sports. No  swearing or profanity should be used at any time. 
6. Demand a sports environment that is free from drugs, alcohol and tobacco

Sunday evenings will be a club-wide practice at the UW fields starting May 8 and run through the season. All players welcome!

• U9-U12 will go from 4-5:30
• U13+ will go from 5:30-7

These sites contain coaching information for soccer (videos, small-sided games,  techniques, etc).

• Lesson plans and other coaching materials in MYSA Drive
• Player Development Initiatives
• US Youth Soccer
  • Player Development Model (See Table of Contents for age group breakdowns)
  • drill videos
  • Handbook, Manual, Curriculum & Clinic Guides
• Wisconsin Youth Soccer Association
• Elite Soccer Coaching (can subscribe to emails)
• Soccer Coach Weekly (can subscribe to emails)
• 4v4 Small-Sided Games
• Sport as a Force for Good Creating an environment that fosters character. Make a promise. A promise to your athletes, your organization, and yourself. Let’s eliminate bad behavior and grow positive values that last a lifetime.

Provide feedback regarding a game here.

The purpose of this form is to give feedback on any game.  You can also utilize this when a referee is doing a great job and putting an explanation on what they are specifically doing a good job on.  The other purpose is to utilize this form for when you as a coach feels the referee could use mentoring or you see some specifics where there is an issue.  We are asking for this form to be utilized on  all games that are played in the CWSL District whether Competitive or State League.  The intent on this is for me to share and work with our Referee Assignors on how we can mentor and also encourage our referees.  Coaches should not question the referee during games as we now have an outlet.

Contact Cory Whitrock at email or phone 715-305-0450 for any equipment requests. Text, call or email.

Indoor

Reach out to Josh Dick if you would like to reserve indoor time at the Middle School. Weekdays are limited to after 7:30 and weekends are relatively open. Try to submit requests 2+ days in advance.

Read and follow the School gym responsibilities

Outdoor

Click here to view the Practice Field Schedule via  Google Sheet. This file was created to help coaches know what fields are available for practice times. Griese Park cannot be utilized for team practices.

The following Marshfield Practice Fields (link for locations and layouts) can be used:

Madison School - 2 full-sized fields
UW- Soccer Practice Fields - 1 full-sized field, 1 mid-sized field, 4 small fields

Email Josh Dick to add or modify practice times.

Below is the list of the tournaments that the Competitive teams in the club will be attending this year.  Coaches and team managers will disseminate more information as the season gets underway. 

June 7-9  Eau Claire United Invitational, Eau Claire

June 21-23  Summer Shootout, Appleton

• encourage and inspire your players to learn the game of soccer
• no swearing at the players or referees
• If you have any issues with parents reach out to Luke Drury or Mike Schreiner

It is highly encouraged to play games as scheduled. The field scheduler or referee makes the final call to call off the game if bad weather. If you do not have enough players, do your best to pull someone from an equal level or younger to substitute. Girls can substitute for boy teams, but not boys for girl teams. (Note: player cards are needed for guest players).

If a game has to be rescheduled because of not having enough players to field a team or an actual storm please remember to contact the following:

1. Contact the opposing coach to get a tentative date & time ASAP (See CWSL website)
2. Contact Field scheduler for availability (email Amanda Bruce, Parks and Rec dept, Amanda.bruce@ci.marshfield.Wi.us)
3. Contact Referee assignor to assign refs (email or call (715-676-3278) Nate Barth, natebarth0000@gmail.com)
4. Complete form and email (Complete form and email Karen Stashek, Chris Yustus & Josh Dick). staf@wctc.net;yustus@charter.net;joshdick75@gmail.com

Games cannot be forfeited but must be rescheduled or the club is fined $150 for a missed game

Complete the SafeSport training and send Certificate to Luke Drury

Thank you for your commitment and time helping, teaching and coaching our youth athletes. Each coach is required by WYSA to complete appropriate coaching courses to receive a coaching license. Prior to coaching complete the following:

1. Go to Wisconsin Youth Soccer Association.
2. To register a family member for programs offered by Risk Management, click on the register button next to the family member.
3. Complete the Risk Management Form.
4. Select the coaching course for you from the Grassroots Courses available in the state.
5. Select In-Person
6. Select 4v4, 7v7, 9v9 or 11v11.  Suggest selecting 7v7 and 11v11. Each course is 4 hours in person with some work to complete prior.
7. In "Host" field, select Wis Youth Soccer.
8. Select "Location" - Wisconsin.
9. Courses will display below. Click on the "Course details" and go from there. Most likely need to log in.

• 4v4 is for Rec Level
• 7v7 is for U10
• 9v9 is for U11 & U12
• 11v11 is for U13 and up
• D-licenses certify coaches for State level or those that are interested in further coaching training for U15+.

The cost of the course will be covered by MYSA as well as travel and room if greater than 60 miles away. Complete and submit the Reimbursement Form.