Transcript Coaches meeting Spring 2004

LSC-Rec
Under 5 - Under 8
THANK YOU FOR COACHING YOUTH SOCCER FOR LSC-REC
K.I.N.S. PROGRAM
Kicking Is Not Soccer Program
•Skill Priorities
•Benefits
•“New Ball Method”
K.I.N.S. Program
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The KINS rationale – why emphasize dribbling?
The ability to dribble is absolutely critical since dribbling is
the foundation skill and preparation for all the other
fundamental techniques of soccer, such as receiving, passing
and shooting.
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The second objective – develop players’ selfdependence. The measure of a good coach is in the amount
of instructions his/her players need. If the players do not
need constant instructions from the coach, it’s a clear
indication that the coach is doing his job.
K.I.N.S. Program
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The learning stages for dribbling --four stages:
1) develop the mindset for dribbling by replacing the instinct to boot the
ball
2) learn to dribble in a straight line and keeping the ball close to the body
3) learn to change direction (cutting,turning) using either foot and all
surfaces of the feet
4) Become multi-directional
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The relationship between dribbling and passing
once a player becomes a good dribbler, he/she
automatically starts to look up and survey the field
in between touches. This validates the sequence of
learning to dribble before learning to pass.
K.I.N.S. Program Skill Priorities
U-5 & U6 Skill Priorities
 Dribble out of pressure
 Soft first touch
 No kicking allowed except when shooting
U-7 & U8 Skill Priorities
 Dribble out of pressure
 Soft first touch
 No kicking allowed except when shooting on goal
 Able to do turns and controlling moves with the ball
 Introduce passing only to the players who can dribble out
of trouble
K.I.N.S. Program BENEFITS
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Improves the skill and enjoyment of the players,
regardless of ability level.
Provides a built-in, on-going coaching assistance
program.
Easier to enlist parents to volunteer as coaches.
Develops a club identity and club loyalty.
Raises the skill level at the Recreational Program.
Raises the skill level at the Academy Program.
Raises the level of the Select program.
K.I.N.S. Program
“New ball” Method
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To implement the ‘new ball method’, use either one coach, or two coaches, to
roll the balls. If using two coaches, each coach should be in charge of half a
field. The coach(s) should hold a number of balls, ready to be used, one at a
time.
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When a ball goes out of bounds, the coach yells “new ball!” and rolls a new one in.
The players will learn quickly to react to the new ball.
Always roll the ball into the unoccupied space. Players will learn to move towards
the ball. Do not throw the ball in the air since the players are not yet skilled enough to
control a bouncing ball.
Coaches can also use this method to get the non-assertive players involved, by rolling
the ball towards them. This will help bring them out of their shell. If the players are
really shy, simply place the ball at their feet.
If one team is dominating the game, the advantage can be shifted to the other team by
rolling the ball accordingly.
This method can also be used to break up a ‘beehive’. If all the players are bunched
up around the ball, shout “new ball” and roll one into the open space.
Remember to always praise the players for every attempt. Keep them excited and
motivated.
Under 5 & Under 6
Under 7 & Under 8
Program Details
Under 5/6 – Under 7/8
Under 5/6
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Roster size – 6
Game Format – 3v3
Field Size – 25 yds wide by 30
yds long
Ball Size – # 3
Game length – 40 minutes.
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Four-8 min. quarters
5 min halftime
No referees
No off sides
No slide tackling
Under 7/8
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Roster size – 8
Game Format – 4v4 (without
goalies)
Field Size – 30 yds wide by
40/50 yds long
Ball Size – # 3
Game length – 55 minutes.
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Four-12 min. quarters
5 min halftime
No referees for U7 & U8
No off sides
No slide tackling
U5/6 FAQ’s
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What size ball? Size 3
How many players on the field? 3v3
How long are games? Four 8 minute quarter 5 min
halftime
How many practices and how long? 1 practice per week
45 minutes each practice
Do we have a goalie? NO goalies…keep everyone
involved…don’t place a player in front of the goal
Are there throw-ins? No throw-ins…use “New ball
method”
Do we have referees? No referees…only one coach per
team on edge of field
What should I teach them in practice? Balance,
coordination, comfort with the ball and dribbling
U5/6 FAQ’s
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Is there a list of what they should know at this age?
K.I.N.S. has a list of objectives for each age group
Do they have positions and how do you rotate them?
No “positions” attack together-defend together.
You can rotate each quarter or when they need to rest.
How many players on a roster? Total of 6
Playing requirements for each player? Every player gets
50% playing time
How do we do restarts ( ex. Kickoff, goal kicks)
Kickoffs happen near midfield at start of game and after
each goal
How do we know what to do at practice? Make sure
they have FUN!!! CCU website has documents and
resources for coaches
Under 5/6 FAQ’s
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Does the league keep standings and do we keep
score?No score is kept and there are no standings
What are the equipment requirements?Everyone must
wear shin guards. Any type of shoe…preferably soccer
How do we communicate with our team parents?
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Can use database to email parents…also call just in case
Set up team meeting/get together 1st week of practice
Expectations….Snack coordinator…Team manager/parent
Communication about practice or games being cancelled
Uniforms…equipment needed…weather updates
Discipline how you will handle practice and game situations
Get basic and other pertinent player information
Medical information…phone #s…emails
Under 7/8 FAQ’s
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What size ball? Size 3
How many players on the field? 4v4
How long are games? Four 12 minutes quarters or Two 24 minute
halves. 5-7 minute halftime.
How many practices and how long? 2 days for U7/U8
1st practice is “DPT”….. 2nd practice is their team practice
Do we have a goalie? No goalies at 4v4….do not set player in front
of goal…keep them involved in the game
Are there throw-ins? No throw ins for U7s…use “new ball” method
Restarts for U8’s? Restarts include kickoff to start each game and
after each goal, corner kicks, throw-ins, and goal kicks. Goal kicks
opposing team must be in their own half of the field.
Do we have referees? No referees …one coach per side to manage
game.
Under 7/8 FAQ’s
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How do we know what to do at practice? Make sure they have
FUN!!! CCU website has documents and resources for coaches
What should I teach them in practice? Balance, coordination,
dribbling, cuts and turns and taking players on.
Do they have positions and how do you rotate them?
No “positions” …you can rotate each quarter or when they need to
rest. Talk about shape in relation to the ball
How many players on a roster? Total of 8
Playing requirements for each player? Every player gets 50%
playing time
How do we do restarts ( ex. Kickoff, goal kicks)
Kickoffs happen near midfield at start of game and after each goal
What are the equipment requirements? Everyone must wear shin
guards. Any type of shoe…preferably soccer
Under 7/8 FAQ’s
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Is there a list of what they should know at this age?
K.I.N.S. has a list of objectives for each age group
Does the league keep standings and do we keep
score? No score is kept and we do not track standings
How do we communicate with our team parents?
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Can use database to email parents…also call just in case
Set up team meeting/get together 1st week of practice
Expectations….Snack coordinator…Team manager/parent
Communication about practice or games being cancelled
Uniforms…equipment needed…weather updates
Discipline how you will handle practice and game situations
Get basic and other pertinent player information
Medical information…phone #s…emails
Practice Sessions
Practice Sessions Checklist
PRACTICE SESSIONS
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In the game of soccer the youth coach many times is a
first-time parent coach that got lured into coaching
because their son or daughter didn’t have a coach. What
many don’t realize, these impressionable years are the
foundation for the majority of youth players. Players are
turning away from our sport at a young age because
they are bored and not challenged.
Remember to keep the players active by getting as many
touches on the ball during each session as possible.
All players need to come to practice with a ball. Players
will not get the necessary touches on the ball to develop
in a timely manner without the ball.
The following will help you along as you start preparing
your sessions:
Practice Sessions Checklist
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Are the activities fun?
Make it FUN!
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Are the activities organized?
Have a few extra balls available, as well as cones to mark
out your area!
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Are the players involved in the activities?
Allow players the opportunities to problem-solve!
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Is creativity and decision making being
used?
Allow players the opportunity to be creative!
Practice Sessions Checklist
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Are the spaces used appropriate?
The larger the size of the grid the easier it is for the
players to have success: the smaller it is the more
challenging !
Is the coach’s feedback appropriate?
Be organized, be patient, stay positive, and have a
backup plan!
Is the coach guiding or controlling the players in the
activity? Don’t talk too much –have the grids set up
ahead of time –let them play and then explain your
exercise within thirty seconds or less!
Are there implications for the game?
Think how you can maximize the number of touches
each player will have in your session !
Explanation and/ or Demonstration.
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Paint a clear picture – “paint a
picture”
Explain rules of activity.
Remember: “Show it – Talk it – Do it”
Corrections.
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Reason to stop the practice.
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Question by the player.
Natural stoppage in the practice.
Necessary correction.
Something good happens.
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Game Day
Field Layout
Guidelines for the Sidelines
Game Management
Coaching Issues
Field Layout
TEAM AREA
5 YDS
SPECTATOR LINE – EVERYONE MUST BE BEHIND LINE
Guidelines for the Sidelines
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Teams occupy same sideline …..this helps with the
Kidsafe pass issue.
ONLY designated coaches and 1 Asst. coach may be
on team side of the field - - everyone else is asked to
sit on spectator side.
ONLY coaches who have completed KidSafe
registration may be on team/coach side.
Coaching area is limited to the designated
coaching/team box.
Coaches, assistant coaches, parents, spectators and
parents should adhere to club and team guidelines.
This helps create an environment that lets the
players enjoy the game and instills sportsmanship
for everyone involved.
Game Management
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Pre-Game warm-up.
 Use this time as another short practice session
 Have them do activities or skills they will use in the game
For All games no parents behind goals or on team side unless
registered as coach/asst. coach and registered with KidSafe.
Parents should not be on the field during games unless absolutely
necessary.
Coaches are responsible for your parents actions & comments.
Safety Issues
 No Name on back of Jerseys
 Foul Language never permitted near children
 No Smoking at Milburn park except in parking lot
 No dogs allowed during CCU game times.
Any concerns on game days look for Field Marshals.
Coaching Issues
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Aggressiveness (players being out of control)
Slide Tackling (not allowed period)
3v3/4v4….no goalies…get all players involved
Coaches communicate before game (1 coach per team play in ball
for “new ball method”)
Roll balls in do not throw them in (KINS)
Coaches, parents or spectators are to not yell at referees during
game. You are not allowed to talk to them before or after a game
about calls they made or did not make.
Player equipment
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Shirts tucked in….jerseys on top of cold weather gear
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Shin guards must be worn(inside socks)
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No jewelry (watches,necklaces, earrings, bracelet..unless for
medical purposes only)
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No Hard Cast (even if wrapped in a mattress)
TEAM ADMINISTRATION
&
RISK MANAGEMENT
Team Administration
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Coaching Philosophy
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Fun and Purpose
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Developmentally Appropriate
Team Administration
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Equipment Needs
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Players
Ball (Correct Size)
 Shin guards
 Water
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Coach
Extra Balls
 Pump
 Cones
 Bibs or Vests
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Team Administration
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Training
Train as long as the game
 Keep the players active
 Try to incorporate a ball in every activity
 Always end with a game
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Game Day
Pregame
 Halftime
 Postgame
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Risk Management
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As a coach, we are responsible for:
Proper instruction
 Proper equipment
 Proper selection of players
 Proper supervision
 Proper precautions to prevent injury
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Website Information and Resources
Coaches Resources will be available on the
website.
www.ccunited.com documents tab
 South Texas Youth Soccer Association
www.stxsoccer.org
 US Youth Soccer
www.usysa.org
 www.successinsoccer.com
 Kidsfirstsoccer.com
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