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INFORMATION FOR
COACHES AND
TEAM MANAGERS
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Club policy and
procedures manual
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COACHING POLICIES AND PROCEDURES MANUAL
Club Philosophy
The purpose of the Brookline Soccer Club is to provide the boys and
girls of Brookline with an enjoyable, high quality soccer program. The
guiding principle is that the experience of playing soccer should be
fun; if this fundamental element is missing from any aspect of the
program, children will drop out of the sport. Various studies, and our
collective experience, have shown that kids want to play as much as
possible, they want to be placed at their appropriate level and have the
opportunity to develop to their fullest potential, and they want to be
treated with respect and to be supported by their teammates and coaches.
While they would obviously rather win than lose, players of all levels
rarely mention winning as the determinant of whether they have fun
playing soccer and whether they stay involved with the sport. Hence,
while winning a game is a desirable objective, it should never be the
justification for denying a player reasonable playing time, imposing
burdensome practice requirements, or tolerating disrespectful or
unsporting behavior towards fellow players, coaches, opponents, or
officials. This manual provides guidelines, policies and procedures for
Brookline Soccer Club operations. The Executive Committee may from time
to time approve exceptions to these policies and procedures. In addition
to Club policies, we are also governed by rules and policies set by BAYS
(Boston Area Youth Soccer), which is the regional league in which we
compete; and by MYSA (Massachusetts Youth Soccer Association), the
state-wide governing body for youth soccer.
Respect, Sportsmanship, and Positive Interactions
It is essential that everyone connected with the Brookline Soccer
Club treat everyone with whom they come in contact with respect.
Coaches are expected to address the players in a positive, encouraging
manner. Sarcasm or ridicule is never appropriate and is not effective in
motivating a child.
Players are expected to support one another, not criticize teammates.
Goalkeepers are especially vulnerable in this regard. All players should
be told that if they criticize a teammate they will immediately be
removed from the practice or the game, regardless of their ability or
the score. If a coach emphasizes this policy at the first practice and
periodically thereafter, it will rarely have to be enforced. If a coach
does not strictly follow this policy, destructive team dissension may
ensue and players may be driven out of the program by a few who are
acting inappropriately.
Neither coaches nor spectators may address referees during games.
Refereeing is much harder than it looks, and even the best referees make
mistakes. In our league, many of the officials are older children who
are just learning how to be a referee. BAYS has had a great deal of
trouble keeping referees because of abuse from coaches and spectators,
and has promulgated the "zero tolerance rule" in response. Under this
rule, coaches and spectators may not speak to the referee during or
after the game, nor may they do anything, by word or gesture, to convey
any criticism of the referee. During the game a coach may call for
substitutions; respond to the referee if addressed; or point out
emergencies (such as a hurt player). No other communication is
permitted. We expect all Brookline coaches to observe both the letter
and the spirit of this rule. Coaches, in turn, are expected to ensure
that Brookline spectators also observe this rule. If you have concerns
about the officiating, submit a referee rating report to the league, or
contact the Club's referee assignor if it is a home game.
Team Selection and Registration
To achieve real and perceived fairness, and to provide the best
soccer experience for all children, players should be grouped according
to ability, not geography or social relationships. A highly skilled
player placed with less skilled teammates may feel excessive pressure to
perform and frustration at being held back in terms of soccer
development. A player noticeably less skilled than teammates will feel
intimidated and inadequate, the lack of confidence inhibiting any real
chance for growth. Inappropriate placements take the fun out of the game
for everyone.
Teams will be selected for the fall season based on open tryouts held
in the spring, along with evaluations from the current coaches.
Potential players will be evaluated based on soccer skills, athletic
aptitude and commitment. All players must have an equal opportunity to
compete; undue preference should not be given to players already on a
travel team. In some cases, this will mean dropping a current player
from the program. This is never easy to do, but we must be fair to new
players trying to get into the program. Make sure parents and players
understand this before the tryouts.
In order to keep the tryouts at a manageable size, the Club may exempt
players from some higher-ranked teams from the tryouts, based on your
evaluations of their skills and participation. At least one team from
each age group (the lowest level of that age group) will participate in
the open tryouts. Other existing teams, especially those in the same or
adjacent divisions of the same age group, must have intra-club
evaluation practices/scrimmages, preferably attended by outside
evaluators to assist in player placement decisions.
Within each age group, the strongest players will be assigned to the
first-ranked team, the next strongest to the next-ranked team, and so
on. The goal is to place players at the appropriate level of
competition, not to keep teams or friends together. Players are strongly
encouraged to play in their appropriate age group, but are not precluded
from trying out for an older age group. The only exception is the u9 age
group, where under-age players will not be permitted.
Recruiting and communicating: The Club prohibits recruiting of players
from other teams by coaches, parents, players or friends. Mid-season
transfers must be cleared in advance with the appropriate coordinator
and the other coaches of the age group. Only then may the coach begin
discussion with parents of the child to be invited onto the team. Under
age 14, all discussions must be with the parent, not the child. During
the season, the first communication with any player or parent about a
transfer must come from that players current coach.
Select clubs: Some top players may want to play on one of the
so-called premier club teams in the MAPLE league, as well as on a town
team. Although MAPLE does not usually play on Saturdays, there will
inevitably be conflicts with your practices, with weekday afternoon and
Sunday makeup games, and even regular games when the MAPLE team is in a
tournament. You and the player (and the parents) need to discuss the
potential problems before the season starts. If the player will in truth
be able to make only half your games and few practices, the spot on the
roster should probably go to someone else. MYSA has established a player
priority list to help resolve conflicting schedules, which is posted on
their website.
Roster size: Teams are expected to carry full rosters (at least
eighteen players for 11v11 and at least eleven players for 6v6),
particularly if there is a waiting list in that age group. While smaller
rosters are nice in theory, since each player will get more time on the
field, they have proven problematic. Injuries, illness, family
commitments, recitals and other typical Brookline activities often mean
players will miss games, and with an undersized roster you will
inevitably need to play short-handed at some point.
Fall to spring changes: Players in good standing who participate on
fall teams will usually be given the opportunity to compete on a spring
team. At the end of the fall season, each age group coordinator, in
consultation with the coaches, will identify any players who should be
playing in a higher or lower division and adjust the rosters
accordingly. Coaches of lower ranking teams must encourage their
strongest players to move up to higher divisions. It may be hard to give
up one of your better players, but the guiding principle is what will be
best for the player, and this usually allows other players to move into
more assertive roles. At the same time, coaches will be sensitive to
team spirit, chemistry, teamwork and cohesion. Transfers of marginally
better players are discouraged, especially during the fall to spring
transition. Significant player movement may require reassessment of the
teams division placement.
Watch other players: Coaches will endeavor to watch other teams of the
same age group play during the season, to assist in making placement
decisions at the end of the season. Coaches of the age group will meet
at the end of the season to discuss any roster moves.
Vacancies: It is often necessary to fill roster vacancies during the
year. Whenever possible, vacancies on Division 1 teams will be filled by
promoting players on lower teams. If you need to bring a new player into
the program, priority must be given to any players still on the waiting
list from the last tryouts. Requests for roster additions must be
approved by the appropriate coordinator, and must be submitted to the
Club registrar at least a week prior to the planned change.
Dropping a player: In rare instances, it may be necessary to drop a
player from a roster because of non-participation, disciplinary
problems, safety issues, etc. Before any player is dropped, a coach must
discuss the situation with the player's parents and with the appropriate
coordinator.
Players and coaches must be registered: No player is to participate in
any practice or game unless (1) their name appears on your printed team
roster, which indicates that the player has been properly registered
with MYSA; and (2) you have their parental consent form in your
possession. In addition, every coach and assistant coach must be
registered and have a league passcard (even if their division does not
require player passcards). Failure to observe these requirements may
result in game forfeits, and could also make you personally liable in
the event of an accident.
Selecting Coaches
The selection of coaches and assignment of teams is solely at the
discretion of the boys or girls coordinator in consultation with the
coaching coordinator, the president and the registrar.
A coach will not be appointed head coach of two teams playing on
Saturdays.
It is the Club's expectation that all head coaches will take a MYSA
coaching course no later than the end of their first year of coaching.
For 6v6 teams, the "F" course or higher is required. For 11v11 teams,
the "E" course or higher is required. It is strongly recommended that
assistant coaches take at least the "G" course.
The Brookline Soccer Club is run primarily by volunteers. The Club
does not permit the hiring of head coaches or trainers by individual
teams. Paying head coaches creates untenable conflict between teams, it
conflicts with the tradition and tenor of the BSC, and it threatens to
stifle the volunteerism that brings many talented non-parents with a
love of soccer to coach for the Club. If needed, the Club will hire
trainers, special skills coaches, and others to assist our volunteer
coaches, particularly at advanced skill levels. Such arrangements must
be made through your coordinator or the Club coaching director, so that
as many teams and players as possible can benefit. Payments for such
individuals must be made through the Club treasurer to ensure that all
applicable employment and tax laws are observed.
Basic Responsibilities of a Player
While each player has individual needs and desires, soccer is a
team sport. For everyone to be successful and have fun, players must be
informed that they have individual and collective responsibilities, in
addition to the standards of respect and sportsmanship addressed above.
Each player is expected to show up at required practices and games.
Conflicts with other activities are inevitable, but should be viewed as
the exception. To the extent possible, try to accommodate Little League
and hockey practice and games, but emphasize to players that in the
event of conflict, their obligations to the town traveling team must be
given priority. Club policy is that players are expected to attend at
least 75% of practices and games; players not meeting this standard may
be dropped from the program.
Players should be told that if they will not be at a practice or game
the coach must be informed ahead of time if at all possible.
Players are responsible for showing up at practices and games properly
equipped. No player should be allowed to play at any time without
shinguards. Referees are forbidden from allowing players on the field
without shinguards, which must be covered by socks. Coaches should adopt
a similar policy for practices. If you permit a child to play without
shinguards and he or she gets hurt, you may well be held to be legally
liable. Carrying an extra set of shinguards in your equipment bag is an
easy way to avoid a crisis. Players should also be encouraged to bring
their own ball (with their name on it) to practice, and to bring their
own water to games and practices. Although cleats are technically not
mandatory under BAYS rules, as a practical matter all players should
have them. Some referees will not allow a player to play without cleats
if it creates a safety hazard.
Health and Safety
The fundamental and over-arching obligation of the coach is to ensure
the health and safety of the players. No game is worth risking the
physical well-being of a player. The guiding principle must always be
the exercise of an excess of caution.
While serious injuries in soccer are rare, coaches must educate
themselves to be aware of the signs and symptoms of serious injury. A
fallen player should not be casually rolled over or made to stand up
without some assessment of the possibility of a head, neck or back
injury, or a limb fracture. Movement in such cases has the potential for
gravely aggravating the injury. A useful rule of thumb is that if the
player is unable to turn over or get up without assistance, summon
emergency assistance (911).
No player who has been knocked unconscious should be allowed to resume
playing until having been cleared by a doctor. If a player has been
removed from a game because of an apparent minor injury, such as after a
collision, make the player run at full speed on the sideline before
putting the player back in the game. If the child exhibits any
difficulty running, do not allow the child to play.
The prompt administration of an ice pack is the prescribed treatment
for bangs, twists, and strains, since it will prevent or reduce swelling
and accelerate healing. Have ice packs at every practice and game. If a
child is bleeding from a scrape or a bang on the nose, apply direct
pressure with a clean cloth.
A child with any sort of a cast must not be allowed to play, since the
cast poses a danger to the player and everyone else on the field.
Players must be instructed to remove all watches and other jewelry
(including earrings and barrettes) before coming onto the field.
Eyeglasses have proven hazardous; some referees may forbid wearing them
during play. Players needing glasses should be urged to use athletic
safety goggles.
On hot days, insist that all players drink water frequently. If they
wait until they feel thirsty, they will have already begun to dehydrate.
Assign a parent to bring a large cooler filled with cold water and face
cloths or rags, so the players can cool themselves down when they are
out of the game.
Rules
The rules are an important part of the game. It is vital that coaches
learn the rules by reading the rulebook and materials provided by the
league, and then teach the rules to the players during practice.
All BAYS games are governed by the Laws of the Game, which are the
international playing rules issued by FIFA.
Specific BAYS rules for items such as length of games, ball size,
rosters and passcards, substitution, and minimum number of players, as
well as special rules governing 6v6 games, are in the BAYS rulebook. Pay
particular attention to the BAYS rules regarding postponing and
rescheduling games. These rules are strictly enforced, and failure to
observe them can result in forfeits.
Coaches should have both the BAYS and FIFA rulebooks at games.
Practices
Practices are where instruction takes place and where the coach has
the opportunity to impart new skills and strategic concepts. To be
worthwhile, a good practice must be carefully planned so that the
players have fun while learning.
Given field constraints and schedule conflicts, it is only realistic
to have one mandatory practice a week. It is appropriate to tell players
that if they do not come to practice they will not play in games. If
there are valid reasons for missing practice, you may still want to
adjust playing time to recognize those kids who were at practice. If the
players are enthusiastic about playing more, encourage them to get
together informally at a school or park.
The goal of a practice is to maximize the number of times each player
touches a ball. Plan your practices to avoid drills that have one of two
players moving and the rest standing on line. Use waiting time only as
integrated rest periods during particularly strenuous activities.
Incorporate frequent games that utilize the skills or strategies being
taught. Contact one of the more experienced coaches for help in planning
effective practices. Avoid lines, laps and lectures in your practices.
Games
Games are where the players get the chance to use what they have
practiced, to learn to make decisions for themselves in competitive
conditions, and to experience the joy of simply playing soccer.
Game logistics: Assign a parent to contact the opposing coach to
confirm the game time, location, accuracy of the map in the BAYS
directory, and the uniform color. The home team must change uniforms if
both teams normally have the same colors. The pinnies, which the coach
should keep, will serve this purpose.
Game equipment: Bring to each game a game ball (for home games); a
goalie shirt which will clearly differentiate the goalie from all other
players; two copies of your BAYS roster (one for the referee and one for
the opposing coach); player passcards (if required in your division);
coaches' passcards; ice packs and first aid kit; and the parental
consent/medical release form for each player.
Safe goalposts: At home games, check the goals to be sure the nets are
securely affixed and that the goal itself is staked down to ensure that
it will not be blown over. Falling goals have caused very serious
injury. Although the Club tries to keep stakes with the nets, each coach
should also have a set of stakes and a hammer in case the set with the
nets are missing, and for when you practice or play at a field with goal
posts which are not staked down.
Teach promptness: Instruct players and their parents to get to all
games at least thirty minutes before the starting time. Tell them to
leave more than sufficient time to find away fields. Nothing is as
disconcerting as trying to restructure a line-up to account for a
missing player, only to have the child show up at the last minute.
Parents should be told that it is unfair to their child, as well as to
the team, to have a child put into a game without sufficient warm-up or
mental preparation. Some coaches find it useful to have all players meet
in Brookline for away games, and to caravan from there to the game.
Take care of the hardware: Depending on when your home games are
scheduled, you may be responsible for setting up or taking down the
goals, nets, and corner flags. An assignment sheet will be distributed
each season. You will also need to provide one person at each game to
serve as a linesman, signaling to the referee when the ball has gone out
of bounds. Delegate the equipment and lines responsibilities to parents.
Keep games on time: Brookline home fields are tightly scheduled. As
home coach, it is your responsibility to see that games are started on
time. If the previous game is running late, encourage the referee and
opposing coach to do warm-ups and player check-ins on the sidelines. If
a game is going to start more than 15 minutes late, consider shortening
the playing time. Otherwise, the teams playing at the end of the day may
not have enough daylight for their game.
Coaching during games: Games are not the place for coaches to issue
high-volume instructions to players, attempting to control aspects of
the action remotely. In general, coaches may give occasional and gentle
reminders about positioning to younger players, but should limit
detailed instructions or comments to players after they come out of the
game, or to the team before or after the halves. Remember, the players
often do not hear you; if they are listening, they are not focused on
the game; if they hear you, they wont hear their teammates, or talk
to them; the game is the best teacher! Coaches should not roam the
sidelines following play, but should stay in one location with the
substitutes.
Playing time: It is fun to play; it is not much fun to just watch
others play, even if they are winning. Given the size and homogeneity of
our rosters, there is no reason why every player should not play at
least one third of every half.
Playing positions: Children should not be assigned fixed positions
e.g. defender, striker, midfield, left, right, goalkeeper until they
are at least 14, if not later. They need to develop all-around skill to
fully execute any assignment on the field. The right-footed player who
never plays on the left because you have a lefty on your team will be
slower to develop the two-footed skills necessary to play well (and vice
versa.
Substitution: There are many techniques for substituting players to
ensure that everyone gets their fair share of time on the field, while
maintaining a solid and cohesive team and attempting to win the game.
Players can be grouped into balanced units or sub-units (such as
halfback lines) or can be moved in and out individually. Remember that a
child would rather play in three different positions, even though that
is not an easy thing to do, than sit on the sideline. Younger children
should not be compelled to remain in goal for extended periods, even if
they are the best keeper and the team is trying to preserve a lead. One
reason for good athletes quitting the sport is the feeling that they
were stuck in goal. A common mistake of coaches is to leave a successful
player in the game for too long at a stretch. It is important to rest a
player before fatigue sets in. Once the lactic acid from overexertion
builds up in the muscles, the player will never regain full strength,
even with a rest. Also, it is important to the team and the individual
to avoid the belief that any one player is indispensable. Resting the
starting center halfback and giving other kids the opportunity to
function in that key position will take pressure off the starter and add
depth to your team, which you will appreciate when the starter is sick
or having a bad day. The need for rapid substitution is especially
important in 6v6 games, since the players are young and the intent of
the game is that the action will be continuous, with no opportunity for
resting on the field.
Foul Weather and Cancellations
The Club will determine if the Brookline fields are playable.
Cancellations of home games due to unplayable fields are announced on
the Club information line (617-731-1031) by 7:00 am on Saturdays and
10:00 am on Sundays. For away games, verify the status of the game with
the opposing coach.
Have a telephone chain in place and inform parents at the outset of
the season that the chain will be used to notify them as soon as a
decision has been made to call off a game.
Tell parents to assume that a game will be played unless they hear
otherwise. Weather and field conditions vary from town to town, and
games will generally be played in rain if the field is in good and safe
shape.
If Brookline cancels its games, you must call the visiting coach
immediately. It is not necessary to call the referee scheduler.
Decide on a similar system for calling off practice in inclement
weather. Use your judgment on whether to hold practice on a rainy day,
recognizing that soccer cleats on a very wet field can cause
considerable damage. If the field is muddy or has standing water, it is
probably too wet to use.
Rescheduling Games
Given limited resources fields, referees, daylight rescheduling
home games is not permitted, except when fields are closed by the Club
or a field is declared unplayable by the referee, or preponement for
tournaments as permitted by the BAYS rulebook.
To reschedule a home game, contact the Club scheduler to find out when
a field will be available.
Games postponed due to bad weather must be played within specific time
limits listed in the BAYS rulebook. Failure to observe these rules may
result in forfeits. If you and the other coach cannot agree on a new
playing date, contact your BAYS division director for assistance.
If you need to reschedule a game for other than weather-related
reasons, the league generally expects you to play the make-up game prior
to the original date (referred to as a "preponement"). If an opponent
doesn't give you enough notice to allow a make-up game prior to the
original date, you have every right to refuse to reschedule. Coaches who
need to reschedule games due to tournaments on Columbus Day or Memorial
Day weekends, must notify their opponents by September 15 or May 1,
respectively.
If you call off a home game for any reason other than weather, make
sure you notify the referee scheduler as soon as possible so the referee
can be advised. If you are responsible for putting up or taking down the
goals, make sure you also notify the coach of the preceding or following
game.
Parents
Parents are an invaluable resource to the team if mobilized and
handled effectively. Communicate clearly and often with them.
Communicate in writing with the parents, providing them with practice
and game schedules, your expectations of them and their children, and a
telephone chain. Delegate functions to specific people -- one person to
verify game information with opposing coaches, one person to coordinate
car pools and last minute rides, one person to arrange for volunteers
for water and orange slices, one person to oversee set-up or take-down
of goals, one person to handle tournament arrangements if you choose to
enter one, etc.
Most parents do not know the game. Schedule an early season
get-together where a soccer tutorial is given by you or a Club member.
It will be greatly appreciated and will pay large dividends.
Explain to parents before the first game that you appreciate their
presence and support, but that they may not attempt to give directions
or coaching to kids on the field. When children hear a parent address
them by name, they may stop and turn around; that does not help the
child or the team. Further, you may have instructed the players to
perform in a certain way that the parent does not understand, and
instructions from parents may cause conflict and confusion. (For
example, you want the players to control the ball and pass it to a
teammate near the sideline, while the parent yells at the child to "just
kick it out of there".) Tell the parents "generic cheering" only --
"nice play, way to hustle, let's go Brookline" -- but absolutely no
using names or giving instructions.
Similarly, explain to parents our firm expectation and the BAYS rule
that they will not make any comments to the referee. As coach, you are
responsible for the behavior of your players' parents, and you have the
duty to ask a parent to leave a game if they are not acting
appropriately.
Have the parents stay a reasonable distance away from you and the
players on the sideline, usually on the opposite touchline. Tell the
players to stay with the team and away from their parents while waiting
to enter the game. It promotes team cohesiveness, keeps the players'
heads in the game, and enables you to substitute more easily. Keeping
all the parents away will reduce your tension level during games by
insulating you from the rare parent who insists on making suggestions,
or criticizing you, a player, or the referee. No fans behind any goals!
Communicate in a firm but compassionate way about roster changes, both
moving up and moving down, before the player and parents learn from
other sources. Be clear in your explanation of the reasons based on club
policy of placement of the child in an appropriate level based on soccer
skills, athletic aptitude and commitment. Avoid citing specific skills
or shortcomings, lest they be misunderstood for what is certainly a more
general picture than can be easily put into words.
Tournaments
There are an enormous number of tournaments held in the immediate
area, especially on Columbus Day and Memorial Day weekends and at the
end of each season. These tournaments can be an enjoyable, bonding
experience for the team, and participation is encouraged.
The MYSA website has tournament listings, or you can get suggestions
from other coaches.
It is up to the individual teams to register for the tournaments and
to pay the entry fees. Club patches are frequently exchanged, and you
can obtain Brookline patches from the Club registrar.
If you are going to enter a tournament on a weekend when there is a
regularly scheduled game, make sure you take all the necessary
preponement steps well in advance of the weekend.
Participation in out-of-state tournaments requires written permission
from MYSA. Requests must be submitted to the MYSA office at least a
month prior to the tournament date.
Winter Activities
Winter soccer activities can be a lot of fun and can help develop
ball skills. To avoid burnout due to over-exposure and to allow kids to
pursue other sports interests, such activities must be strictly optional
and low key.
Coaches interested in holding a few winter practices in Brookline gyms
should inform their coordinator in mid-fall. Given the limited gym space
and high level of interest, it is likely that each team will only be
allotted two or three sessions.
Winter league programs are offered at indoor soccer facilities in
Hingham, Milford, Revere, Burlington and Newton, as well as futsal
programs in various venues. Brookline kids who have played have really
enjoyed themselves, as the indoor games are very fast-paced with lots of
scoring. It is up to the coaches to organize and register teams in these
leagues, if they so choose. Sometimes coaches from two or three teams
will join to field an indoor team. League spots fill up quickly, so the
earlier a team is organized, the greater the chance of getting a
reasonable time slot. Coaches of indoor teams must also arrange for
their players to be registered for indoor play through the MYSA office;
fall and spring player registrations do not apply to indoor leagues.
Coaches are strongly encouraged to attend one of the many winter MYSA
coaching clinics. The Club will pay the registration fee for coaches
attending a MYSA "D", "E", or "F" course. Contact MYSA for a clinic
schedule.
Additional Information
The Club's website is at www.brooklinesoccer.org. The website
includes links to the BAYS and MYSA websites. The BAYS website contains
the BAYS rulebook; schedules and standings; information on post-season
playoffs; and other useful information.
The Club maintains an email list used to send important announcements
to coaches during the season. All coaches must subscribe to this list.
Send subscription and unsubscription requests to registrar@brooklinesoccer.org.
. If you do not have convenient access to email, you must get a parent
to subscribe and notify you of messages.
Each playing division is assigned a division director by BAYS to
oversee the conduct of the games. The names, phone numbers, and email
addresses of the division directors are published in the schedule book,
distributed at the start of each season. Coaches should contact their
division director for problems or questions relating to the rescheduling
of games, protests and other irregularities, post-season playoffs, etc.
MYSA is the governing body for sanctioned youth soccer in
Massachusetts, under the aegis of the United States Soccer Federation.
MYSA provides liability and accident insurance for coaches and players;
sanctions tournaments; sponsors coaching courses and clinics; and
organizes the state championship competitions at the end of the spring
season. MYSA's website contains listings of upcoming tournaments and
coaching courses and clinics. MYSA also has a staffed office which can
be reached at 800-852-8111.
6/28/02
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