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RESPONSIBILITIES OF HEAD COACHES

Adhere to Bay Oaks Principles of Conduct for Coaches:

Safety

  • Your first responsibility is the health and safety of all participants.
  • It is recommended that you become certified in basic first aid.
  • Be prepared to handle first aid situations as well as medical emergencies at all practices and games, both home and away.
  • Know and understand the Laws of the Game.
  • Inspect equipment and field conditions for safety reasons.
  • Utilize proper teaching and instructing of players regarding safe techniques and methods of play.
  • Implement appropriate training programs to make sure players are fit for practice and competition.
  • Supervise and control your players so as to avoid injury situations.
Player Development
  • Develop the player's appreciation of the game.
  • Keep winning and losing in proper perspective.
  • Be sensitive to each player's developmental needs.
  • Educate the players to the technical, tactical, physical and psychological demands of the game.
  • Players need to have fun and receive feedback.
  • Practice should be conducted in the spirit of enjoyment and learning.
  • Strive to help each player reach their full potential and be prepared to move to the next level.
Ethics
  • Strive to maintain integrity within our sport.
  • Know and follow all the rules and policies set forth by clubs, leagues, state and national associations.
  • Work in the spirit of cooperation to provide the players with maximum opportunity to develop.
  • Be a positive role model
  • Set the standard for sportsmanship.
  • Keep sport in proper perspective.
  • "Just say no" to drugs.
  • Coaches should continue their own soccer education.
Additional
  • Attend all practices and games.
  • Follow guidelines established by the Director of Coaching.
  • Coaches are encourage to obtain the highest level of training possible.
  • Coaches are responsible for tournament and state cup participation.
  • Coaches should be familiar with the other teams in your age group, maintain appropriate communication with other head coaches within the age group.
  • Attend coaches' meetings.
  • Be organized

Assistant Coach Responsibilities



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