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WILLIAMSON COUNTY SOCCER ASSOCIATION

WILLIAMSON COUNTY SOCCER ASSOCIATION

Coaches' FAQ

What are the requirements to be a coach?
All coaches must pass a background check and complete SafeSport and concussion training before practices or games begin. Information on how to complete these requirements can be found here and under the Coaches tab. Coaches must be 21 or older. If someone under 21 wants to be a coach, he or she can volunteer as an assistant coach and have someone 21 or older as the head coach. Contact the office (615-791-0590) for more details on how to arrange this.

Can I choose my practice time and location?
Yes. Coaches choose the day, time, and location for their practices. Coaches can choose to participate in the field lottery of WCSA fields or they can arrange for a location in the community (such as a church, school, neighborhood or HOA space). WCSA can provide COIs for these off site locations.

Can I coach more than one team?
Yes. There is no limit to the number of teams you can coach. However, any request to coach more than two teams must be approved by the Board, and a registered assistant coach must be assigned to each team. This assistant must be a different person for each team.

If I coach multiple teams, will my games be scheduled not to overlap?
WCSA attempts to avoid conflicts for at least two teams for a head coach when scheduling games. Coaches of more than two teams may have some games overlap. Assistant coaches are not taken into consideration when scheduling games.

What equipment will I need for practices and games? Is anything provided?
WCSA provides each head coach with a game ball. WCSA does not provide other equipment to coaches, however a productive practice can be held with just the soccer balls the players bring. Some additional equipment that can be helpful at practice are cones for drills and pinnies (colored vests) for scrimmaging. If you would like to assemble a coach's bag, consider including the following: cones, pinnies, balls, ball pump, whistle, extra pair of shin guards for any player who might forget (they can't participate without them), and a first aid kit.

How can I keep from running up the score?
The ability to play effective, fundamental soccer on offense and defense can only help a team and there are few teams that wouldn’t benefit from becoming better at passing or spacing in soccer. There are ways to work on improving a team’s skills without “letting-up” or running up the score. It is important to implement a strategy BEFORE the score gets out of hand.

  • Even though all players should have close to equal playing time, substitute more.
  • Practice new things. This is an ideal setting to try out a new play you have been working on, without the risk of affecting the outcome of the game.
  • Put players at different positions. In any sport, your normal position is better understood when you get to play other positions. You can see “inside” now from a different perspective. This is a great learning tool.
  • Pull back the extreme pressure. It is not right to ask your kids to play “half speed,” but they don’t have to advance and attack and “double team” as in a tight and evenly matched game.
  • Practice running your offense through and take a little more time with the ball before shooting. This is a perfect opportunity to go all the way through your offense, which generally doesn’t happen very often.
  • Have players use their less dominant foot for passing or shooting.
WCSA defines running up the score as a goal differential of 6 or more. The league reviews scores weekly throughout the season. Continued instances of running up scores may result in actions including, but not limited to, ineligibility for Championship Night, coach suspension, and/or team restructuring to improve parity.

Who do I contact with questions?
Your best bet is to first contact your Commissioner for your age division. Their job is to be the liaison between coaches and the league and are there to help you and answer questions. Contact information for Commissioners can be found under the About tab. You can also contact the office (615-791-0590) with any questions or concerns.

What do I do if I have an issue during a game?
If you have any issues during a game concerning conduct of players, coaches, parents, or officials, please do not engage and risk escalating the situation. Instead, call the office (615-791-0590) and WCSA will send someone to your field if needed. You can also call the office with any field condition issues or if you need the trainer. For medical emergencies call 911 first.

 

Contact

Williamson County Soccer Association
 Physical Address (NOT for mail): 3157 Boyd Mill Avenue Franklin TN 37064 Mailing Address WCSA: P.O. Box 680037 Franklin TN 37068 
   

Phone: 615-791-0590
Email: [email protected]

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