Coaches Corner

Welcome to the Fall 2010 Coaches Corner!

Coaches, if you don't find the information you need on this page, be sure to check out our Quick Reference, Soccer Links, or Downloads pages for additional information.


LEVEL E COACHING CLINIC coming to Portland September 10 - 12. This clinic is essential for coaches of competitive teams. Click HERE to register online. All participants must register online or call Alma at 512-272-4553 before August 30th. The cost is $85. Approved Gregory Portland Coaches will be reimbursed by GPSA upon completion of the course.


Bring to every practice and game:

  • your Kid Safe pass (should be worn in view)
  • player id cards


  • ALL COACHES ARE REQUIRED TO BE CERTIFIED. If not currently certified, attendance to a coaching module is mandatory.
    Coaching Education Overview
    Age GroupCourseLength
    U5-U8U6/U8 Module5 hrs
    U10-U12 RecU10/U12 Module6 hrs
    U11-U19 CompE License18 hrs


    2009-2010 STYSA COACHES HANDBOOK This handbook can also be downloaded from our Downloads page.


    CBYSA PLAYING RULES... per CBYSA. Find info and rules on Team Formation, Inclement Weather, Forfeit Policy, ID Cards, Practice/Game Time Limits and More.

    RULES OF PLAY... per STYSA Handbook's General Rules (# of players, ball sizes, field sizes, game time length, penalties, etc.)

    Coaching Education... Helpful coaching education information from STYSA

    Links to Soccer Coaching Drills & Tips

  • Slime Games
  • Soccer 101
  • Soccer Drills
  • More Soccer Drills
  • SoccerHelp.com
  • Footy4Kids - Youth Soccer Coaching Drills & Games