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Coaching Clinics

2006 Coaching Courses
The Wisconsin Youth Soccer Association is pleased to announce 2006 Coaching Education Course Dates! Please note: this information is being provided for informational purposes only; 2006 course registration will be conducted completely online following the launch of our e-coaching system.  The e-coaching system is an interactive registration system allowing online coaching clinic registration as well as individual coach Risk Management registration for a state-issued coach pass card. (Coaching clinic and individual coach registration will only be accepted through the website following the launch of this system.)

For additional course or pre-registration information please view the course information section of the 2006 clinic listing.

Please continue to check the website for further updates and course information. You may also contact Melissa Vukovic at 414.545.7227 ext 825 or mvukovic@wiyouthsoccer.com with any inquiries.

Click Here to view the 2006 Coaching Education Course Dates!

Coach Pass Cards
This is a reminder to all coaches in possession of a state issued coach pass card with an expiration date of 12.31.05.  Your coach pass card needs to be renewed for the additional 2-year period covering S2006-F2007.

Please contact Bryan Flanagan to ensure timely receipt and issuance of renewed coach pass cards.

Requirements for renewing your coach pass card include:

  • An updated and completed coach risk management registration form,
  • Submission of current coach pass card
  • $10.00 registration fee (background check)
  • Make checks payable to “WI Youth Soccer” – Those clubs that have directed the State to Invoice for coach registration are still on file.
  • Photos are not required as we have current photos on file for renewals (unless a registrant wishes to update the photo)

If you have successfully completed a coaching education course and need to upgrade the license level indicated on your pass card, please include a copy of the most recent and highest certification/license level earned along with the completed risk management form and $10.00 renewal/registration fee.

Questions should be directed to Bryan Flanagan via email at bflanagan@wiyouthsoccer.com

**Effective August 2003: **CLICK HERE FOR COACH LICENSE COMPLIANCE POLICY

Any person coaching a U10 and younger teams are required to have, at minimum, a 'G' level coaching certificate.

Any person coaching a U11-U14 competitive and premier level teams are required to have, at minimum, an 'E' level coaching license.

Any person coaching U15 and older and premier level teams are required to have, at minimum, a 'D' level coaching license. All U15 and older classic coaches must have an 'E' level coaching license.

The Wisconsin Youth Soccer Association recognizes that the NSCAA National Diploma, Advanced National Diploma and Premier Diploma (held for at least 12 months) satisfies the Wisconsin Youth Soccer Association's coaching credential requirements needed to obtain a coaching pass.

FIRST: A coach possessing the NSCAA National Diploma or higher does not receive a license from the Wisconsin Youth Soccer Association but only fulfills the coaching credential requirements.

SECOND: Holders of the NSCAA National Diploma or above working with U6, U8 and U10 players are strongly encouraged to obtain a 'G' certificate or State Youth license.

The Wisconsin Youth Soccer Association’s Coaching Department neither recognizes waivers nor waives any coaches from obtaining the coaching credentials needed to obtain a coach’s pass as per the guidelines established by the Wisconsin Youth Soccer Association's Board of Directors effective August 1, 2003 (U10 and younger recreational coaches - "G (Y)" Certificate, U11 to U14 Competitive - "E" Certificate,U15+ classic coaches must have "E" Certificate and U15+ Competitive - "D" License). However, effective October 1, 2003 , Wisconsin Youth Soccer's Coaching Department does release certain coaches (working with U12 teams or older) from the "E" Certificate prerequisite for acceptance into the "D" License course if they meet specific requirements. Coaches will be accepted directly into the "D" License course and the "E" Certificate prerequisite released, if they possess one of the following qualifications:

1. Four years of collegiate playing experience (proof required).

2. Two years of professional playing experience (proof required).

3. Two years of high school coaching or U15+ club coaching experience together with a teaching certification (proof required).

Note: Coaches with foreign coaching credentials should contact the USSF directly for equivalency validation or acceptance into USSF National Coaching License courses.

Coaches wishing to be released from the "E" Certificate prerequisite should submit their request in writing with their 'D' course application and include a resume of their playing & coaching experience (plus any supporting documentation).

The Wisconsin Youth Soccer Association and the USSF provide instruction to any individual member regardless of their coaching or playing background. The content of each course is arranged progressively so that instruction relates to specific age groups. Organized in the same manner as the U.S. Soccer national coaching schools for the C, B and A license, the state level courses are ‘Y1 Certificate’ (formerly ‘G’ Certificate), ‘Y2 Certificate’ (U9-U12), ‘E ‘Certificate and ‘D’ License.

"A" License Course
The "A" License course curriculum teaches development and understanding of team play and specific tactical concepts applied to a game plan, i.e. , low pressure defending, counter-attack, pressing, etc. , the ability to construct an appropriate training session and coach within an 11v11 format, and understanding of team-related issues such as player management and match analysis.

Prerequisites: Candidates must be 21 years old and have earned a National "B" License (held for minimum of 12 months) and meets 3.2 Rule requirement.

"B" License Course
The curriculum emphasis of the "B" License course is the development of training that provides greater meaning to positional play within the team structure (functional training), improved understanding of the roles of players and their responsibilities within the game, and development of collective play within the various lines of play as applied to tactics and concepts of play.

Prerequisites: Candidates must be 19 years old and have earned a National "C" License (held for minimum of 12 months) and meets 3.2 Rule requirement.

"C" License Course
The "C" License course provides continued instruction on the development of individual skill taught within individual and small group activities and games (4v4 to 7v7) and the understanding and development of tactics through 4v4 to 9v9 games. Additionally, this course is designed to train coaches to observe mistakes and make appropriate corrections.

Prerequisites: Candidates must be 18 years old and have earned a National "D" License held for a minimum of 12 months

"D" License Course
The "D" License course prepares coaches to further develop their player’s technical abilities and their application within the game and increases their understanding of the Principles of Play and how they are applied in the game. The course places considerable emphasis on the “Methods of Coaching” and candidates are tested in their ability to apply these in teaching fundamental techniques.

Prerequisites: Candidates must hold "E" Certificate or meet the “E” Certificate release requirements.

"E" License Course
The "E" Certificate is an 18-hour course targeted towards coaches teaching U10-U14 players. The course's major focus is preparing coaches to enhance the technical competence of developing players. Dribbling, heading, passing, shooting, receiving and goalkeeping techniques are all addressed and small-sided match related games are provided for coaches so that they can create an enjoyable, but challenging learning experience for players.

“Y2" Certificate

Course Organization:

  • Maximum of 20 candidates per instructor.
  • Course length to be 5-6 hours.
  • Host clubs will be need to provide players for the afternoon/2nd session.

Course Schedule:

  • Course Opening/Coaching U10 and U12 Players - 1 hour
  • U10 Field Session - 1 hour
  • U12 Field Session - 1 hour
  • Break - 1 hour
  • Field Sessions for Candidates with U10/U12 Players - up to 2 hours
    P/C, Team Management and Modified Laws - 1 hour *

** Candidates who have taken the “G” or “Y1" courses do not need to attend the last session in the “Y2" Certificate in order to pass this course .
**Candidates who complete both the “Y1" and “Y2" courses will earn a State Youth License.

"Y1" Certificate
The "Y1" Certificate is a 2 to 3 hour introductory course aimed at coaches working with U6-U10 children playing recreational soccer. The course exposes coaches to some of the bare essentials involved in coaching young players. The traits of young players are briefly discussed as well as a coaching checklist and loads of appropriate activities.