Coaches Information

News & Updates
To become a coach, you will need to complete the paperwork 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 Certification class will be held at the Greenville YMCA on August 14th. Coaching certification are mandatory by 2nd coaching season. For more information see below.
• Coaching ID information needs to be turned into the YMCA. (See below)
• Pick-up Coaching ID at the YMCA table prior to first game. (See below)
• Problems - Please remember any complaints/concerns you may have need to be taken to an advisor.

Coaching ID Procedures
Every Coach, Assistant Coach, &/or helper must complete a coaching application, code of conduct, and give a driver's license copy to the YMCA before a coaching ID will be issued.

To ensure identifications are ready for pickup, all three components of the information MUST be turned in no later than Wednesday of each week to allow time for background check and ID processing before Saturday. Information turned in after Wednesday of each week will be processed for the following Saturday.

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 YMCA table to pick-up your ID prior to your game. Coaches without an ID will not be allowed to coach. ID must be visiable for every game.

Coaching Certifications Classes

The Greenville YMCA will be hosting an NTSSA Level G Coaching Certification classes. 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.

The date for the class held in Greenville Saturday, August 14thfrom 8:30-12:30. If you would like to register for one of the Greenville classes please contact Jeana Franklin or the YMCA Sports Director. If you are unable to attend either of those dates but need to get your certification by the Fall season, 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 certifications and certification clinic dates go to the NTSSA website.

Coaching preference will be given to certified coaches.