COACHES CORNER
Welcome to the Coaches Corner at Tri-City Soccer! Our community extends a heartfelt thank you to all the coaches who dedicate their time and passion to our players and the sport we love. Whether you're a seasoned veteran or just starting out on your coaching journey, your support and commitment are invaluable to our organization and the development of our athletes.
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Here at TCSA, we understand that coaching comes with its own set of challenges and rewards. That's why we've curated a wealth of resources and information to assist coaches at every level. Our goal is to ensure that all coaches have the tools they need to be effective mentors while also fostering an environment where fun and enjoyment are paramount.
So, dive into the resources provided, and let's continue to inspire and empower our players through the beautiful game of soccer.
PLAYMETRICS
We're very excited to be utilizing the PlayMetrics app. Colorado Soccer Association (CSA) is also using PlayMetrics, and verifying that you've completed the coaching requirements is much simpler than in the past. PlayMetrics provides you with a communication portal with your players and parents, a practice planning tool, schedules, maps, and more. Spending a little bit of time familiarizing yourself with the app will save you time down the road. PlayMetrics is also accessible from your browser.
Before you can get started, you need to receive an email with an invitation to log in as a coach to PlayMetrics from the League Coordinator. You may already have a personal account. You will be able to toggle between your personal account and your coaching account in the same screen.
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Here are some useful guides from PlayMetrics:
COACHING REQUIREMENTS
Coaches are required to:
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Pass a background check
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Submit a photo
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Complete SafeSport and Introduction to Safe and Healthy Playing Environments in the U.S. Soccer Learning Center prior to the beginning of the season
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Agree to our Code of Conduct
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Attend at least one preseason coaches meeting
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Utilize PlayMetrics
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TCSA covers the costs involved. You should never be prompted to pay anything to complete the background check or trainings.
Please review "How to Complete Your Risk Management Requirements | A Guide" prior to beginning. First time users will create a login. Coaches are only required to complete the SafeSport section and the Introduction to Safe and Healthy Playing Environments. Any other trainings available are not required. The Introduction to Safe and Healthy Playing Environments meets the Concussion Training requirement. To verify that you've completed these trainings, you will be asked to enter the email address used as your login for U.S. Soccer Learning Center into PlayMetrics.
SAFESPORT
Online Course
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Preventing abuse in sport begins with awareness and how to recognize the red flags of emotional, physical and sexual misconduct, and then what to do if abuse does occur. The online 90-minute SafeSport core course covers the following topics in-depth and provides a pre-and post-testing component:
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Mandatory Reporting
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Sexual Misconduct Awareness Education
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Emotional and Physical Misconduct
If you have previously completed the core training, then you will instead be presented with the Refresher course. This course reviews the basics of recognizing misconduct in sport and the requirements for reporting misconduct.
Any questions or technical problems with the content inside the actual e-learning window should be directed to the U.S. Soccer Learning Center Support Portal.
INTRO TO SAFE AND HEALTHY
PLAYING ENVIRONMENTS
Online Course
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Creating a secure atmosphere for youth athletes requires an understanding of both environmental risks and physical safety protocols. The online 20-minute Introduction to Safe and Healthy Playing Environments course covers essential safety topics to ensure a professional standard of care on the sidelines, including:
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Concussion Awareness: Recognizing symptoms and following return-to-play protocols.
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Environmental Safety: Managing heat, hydration, and severe weather (lightning) safety.
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Emergency Action Plans: Understanding how to respond to and report on-field injuries.​
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This course is a mandatory component for all coaches to ensure compliance with national player welfare standards. The training provides the fundamental tools needed to identify and mitigate risks before they impact the playing environment.
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Any questions or technical problems with the content inside the actual e-learning window should be directed to the U.S. Soccer Learning Center Support Portal.
COACHING ONE PAGERS
Empowering our coaches is a top priority. Below, you will find quick-reference guides for age-appropriate skills and drills. These one-pagers are designed to help you structure practices efficiently, ensuring your players develop the right fundamentals while having fun on the field.