Coaches Information

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To become a coach, you will need to complete the process necessary for a coaching ID (see below). Also you will need to complete a free NTSSA "G" level certification class by your second season of coaching (also seen below).

• Coaching Certifications are mandatory by 2nd coaching season. For more information see below.
• Coaching ID information needs to be completed online. (See below)
• Pick-up Coaching ID at the Information Booth at the fields prior to first game. (See below)
• Problems - Please remember any complaints/concerns you may have need to be taken to an advisor.

NOTE: In the event that there are too many coaches for an age division or a coach chooses not to return, coaching placements will be made on a combination of many factors such as whether or not the coach is a returning coach and if so, the number of players returning to his/her team, other coaches requesting to coach in the division, coaching history, complaints & discipline record, etc but every attempt is made to keep the players together regardless of the coach.

Coaching ID Procedures

Every Coach, Assistant Coach, &/or helper must complete an online application through the GotSoccer Registration System in order to receive an Coaching/Sideline ID badge

Steps to Become a Coach
1. Complete the Online Coaching Application
2. Login to GotSoccer and update your coaching profile and a headshot. NOTE: IDs cannot be printed with current headshot.
3. While logged into the gotsoccer account, complete your background check on the Background tab.
4. Once you are cleared you will be contacted by a Soccer representative.

To ensure identifications are ready for pickup before the first game, please make sure you allow plenty of time for process to be completed.(Approx 1 week if no issues arise) All three components of the information MUST be completed and approved before rosters or badges can be released.

Coaching IDs must be visible during every game. Individuals without a visible coaching ID will not be allowed to stand on coaching side of the field and/or coach on game day. NO EXCEPTIONS!!!This helps to ensure the safety of our children. Thank you for your cooperation!

Distribution of Coaching IDs

All IDs will be distributed at the SportsPark during Saturday games. Please stop by the Information tent to pick-up your ID prior to your game. Coaches without an ID will not be allowed to coach. ID must be visible for every game.

Coaching Certifications Classes

The Greenville YMCA will be hosting an NTSSA Level G Coaching Certification classes on July 30th from 8:30-12:30 at the YMCA. Level "G" Certifications are free and open to the public. Under NTSSA guidelines, all coaches must obtain a minimum of a level "G" Coaching Certification by the 2nd season they will be coaching a team. This is a lifetime certification that never has to be renewed.

Greenville offers one certification class at the beginning of each season. If you would like to register for one of the Greenville classes please contact Jeana Franklin or the YMCA Sports Director. If you have missed the Greenville classes, but need or would like to get your certification, alternate dates are available in surrounding towns.

Also these coaching certification classes are open to the public, they are NOT restricted to only coaches.  Please encourage your parents to attend even if they do not plan to coach.  This will make your job easier as a coach.  They will then understand the game of soccer better and can then help their children to become better soccer players.

Also advanced coaching certifications are available and encouraged for older age divisions. For more information on coaching clinics and certification clinic dates go to the NTSSA website.

Coaching preference will be given to certified coaches.