Coaches Clinics

PMB 323 | 15600 NE 8th St., Suite B1 | Bellevue, WA 98008
Last updated: June 7, 2008

Coaches Clinics

More opportunities are available this year through EYSA for both players and coaches. Our goal is to have all our players reach their highest comfort level with basic foot skills. We are working on a curriculum that will begin at U-8 and continue throughout their time here at EYSA.

Coach the Coaches Sessions

Every Saturday morning, EYSA Development are sponsoring the Coach the Coaches Sessions. Directed by professional coaches, a different topic will be presented every week. You, the coaches, are the players and get to be coached in your playing and coaching technique. Then we get to play soccer!

All sessions are 9:30 am to 11:00 am

Located at Islander Middle School: 72^nd Street and 84^th Ave SE Mercer Island

Schedule for 2008: The dates will be posted when available.

What to expect:

You will be the player coached by the pro.
The COACH will take you through a practice with one topic each week as a theme, and based on the Washington State, and US Soccer coaching models.
Expect to work on a skill set, small group play, and large group play and finish with a scrimmage.
You should be able to take home some pointers on technique, drills and tactics within the theme each week.
We plan to have this every week. Come as often as you can. You will get exercise, have fun, learn a bit, and meet other coaches.
Most importantly we get to play soccer ourselves, not just the kids.

Thanks to Mercer Island Youth Soccer Club for sponsoring the first several months. We will likely rotate sites within EYSA, but keep the time the same. We hope to keep this going every week until the end of August and then break for the fall soccer season.

A voluntary donation of $5 is suggested to help the clubs defray expenses for fields.

Coaching Licenses

REGISTRATION FORM

Whether you are a new coach or have been coaching for years, it's time to start thinking about which coaching license you will be obtaining this year. The Development Committee has put their heads together and come up with some great clinics for coaches. Some of you might be wondering which clinic to take. The following information should be helpful.

How do I know if I need a coaching license?

Every coach should have a coaching license. These licenses can be obtained by taking an EYSA coaching clinic which are taught by WSYSA certified clinicians. The clinics are FREE to all EYSA coaches and offered throughout the summer. If you have already taken a basic coaching clinic (MOD or U8/U10 clinic), taking the next clinic can only increase your soccer knowledge.

If I'm a first time coach for a U11 or older team, do I have to take the E clinic?

It is recommended that you take an E license if coaching U11 and above. The E clinic will cover concepts that U11 and up coaches should have for a successful coaching year. The MOD and U8/U10 clinics provide coaching techniques targeted at that age level. The material provided at these clinics is meant to provide an example of what the coach should teach at these age levels.

Do I have to take a U8/U10 coaching clinic before taking an E clinic?

No. If you are coaching a U10 team and have some coaching experience behind you, take the E clinic. The more you learn, the more you can teach!

When can I take a D clinic?

An E license certificate is required before a coach can take the D Clinic. The WSYSA Director of Coaching can waive the E license under one of the following circumstances…1) 4 years of college playing experience, 2) 2 years of professional playing experience AND 2 years of coaching experience at the WSYL (Premier) Level or 3) certified classroom instructor and 2 years high school coaching experiences. If you qualify for a waiver, please email the Director of WSYSA at wsysa@wsysa.com for a waiver certificate. The waiver must be attached to any EYSA Clinic Registration Form.

I have been a coach for years and don't have a license. Why do I need one now?

Think of it as expanding your horizons. Clinics provide not only knowledgeable clinicians to teach you new and exciting things about soccer, and you will meet fellow coaches to share experiences. Please feel free to contact your club Development Committee member with any questions. They are here to help answer any questions you have regarding development and clinics.

Please fill out the REGISTRATION FORM now!

Clinic	Attended Audience	Description
D	U16 and older coaches, all Eastside FC and Club Select coaches, C license preparatory course	Lecture/Video, injuries, field components - method & tactics, practice coaching, match analysis
E	All coaches that play 11 a side	Lecture, coaching methodology, team management, technical training, economical training, field principles, practical training sessions, take home review
U8/U10 Clinic	U-8 to U-10 Coaches	Basic coaching for players U10 and under, philosophy of coaching, characteristics of players, soccer injuries, risk management, practice sessions

2008 EYSA Coaches License Clinic Schedules.

Coaching Clinic (please circle)	Date(s)	Approx. Times	Location	EYSA & Non-EYSA Coach Fee	Class Size
E	7/11-13	6:30 – 9PM FRI 8AM-5PM SAT/SUN	Issaquah Fields	$60	MIN: 12 MAX: 30

* These dates are subject to change! Please confirm exact dates by visiting this website on a regular basis.

Your comments and feedback are encouraged. All questions should be directed to Tiffany Ottopal (425/681-6341) between the hours of 10AM – 8PM.

Players Clinics

There are no Goalie Player/Coach Clinic presently scheduled for 2008.