SDYSA Coaching Education Philosophy
Through our philosophy, programs, coach training and rules, South Dakota Youth Soccer Association strives to help cultivate the best possible playing environment for every player. Our belief is this not only leads to improved soccer, but more importantly, player/coach retention and the creation of the most optimal learning environment.
The South Dakota Youth Soccer Association encourages and supports coaching education in the firm belief that better coaching results when coaches continue to improve their understanding of the game of soccer. Continual coaching education is in the best interest of all of South Dakota’s youth soccer players and the quality of the South Dakota soccer experience.
Please Contact SDYSA Technical Director, Dale Weiler, techexec@southdakotasoccer.com if you have any questions about our coaching education program, or the options available.
- Blended Learning! A new approach to virtual coach education
- How to register for a USSF Grassroots License & USSF D-License
- Learn about Grassroots Education
- SDYSA Course Pricing
USSF Coaching License Pathway
Training Session Library
Defending
- U13+ – Prevent the opponent from building up in their half (Core Practice Phase) – Submission by Dale Weiler – November 2020
Attacking
- U9/U10 – Build up in own half – Submission by Dale Weiler – October 2020
- U9/U10 – ‘Improve scoring goals‘ – Submission by Dale Weiler – December 2020
Transition – Defending >> Attacking
- U15-U19 – From midfield 1/3 to offensive 1/3 – Submission by Dale Weiler – October 2020
Patterns, Activities, SAQ, and more
Practice Plans: 6 and Under to 10 and Under
6 and Under to 10 and Under
- Fun 5 for Under 6
- Fun 5 for Under 8
- Fun 5 for Under 10
- U10 Passing 1
- U10 Passing 2
- U10 Passing 3
- U10 Passing 4
- U10 Passing
- U10 Heading
- U10 Heading 2
- U10 Receiving
- U10 Shooting
- U10 Tackling
- U10 Use of Space
Practice Plans: 12 and Under
12 and Under
- Fun 5 for Under 6
- Fun 5 for Under 8
- Fun 5 for Under 10
- U10 Passing 1
- U10 Passing 2
- U10 Passing 3
- U10 Passing 4
- U10 Passing
- U10 Heading
- U10 Heading 2
- U10 Receiving
- U10 Shooting
- U10 Tackling
- U10 Use of Space
Practice Plans: 14 and Under
14 and Under
- Fun 5 for Under 6
- Fun 5 for Under 8
- Fun 5 for Under 10
- U10 Passing 1
- U10 Passing 2
- U10 Passing 3
- U10 Passing 4
- U10 Passing
- U10 Heading
- U10 Heading 2
- U10 Receiving
- U10 Shooting
- U10 Tackling
- U10 Use of Space
Practice Plans: 16 and Under to 19 and Under
16 and Under to 19 and Under
- Fun 5 for Under 6
- Fun 5 for Under 8
- Fun 5 for Under 10
- U10 Passing 1
- U10 Passing 2
- U10 Passing 3
- U10 Passing 4
- U10 Passing
- U10 Heading
- U10 Heading 2
- U10 Receiving
- U10 Shooting
- U10 Tackling
- U10 Use of Space
Practice Plans: All Ages
All Ages
- Fun 5 for Under 6
- Fun 5 for Under 8
- Fun 5 for Under 10
- U10 Passing 1
- U10 Passing 2
- U10 Passing 3
- U10 Passing 4
- U10 Passing
- U10 Heading
- U10 Heading 2
- U10 Receiving
- U10 Shooting
- U10 Tackling
- U10 Use of Space
SDYSA Coaches United
Welcome the SDYSA Coaches United – Virtual Experience!
Purpose
The purpose of the SDYSA Coaches United platform is to create more unique ways for our coaching community to stay connected with each other through growing and developing in specific areas as coaches and leaders. Our community of coaches has grown immensely in the last 5 years and in order for your players to grow and develop to their full potential, we have a responsibility ourselves to do the same. We believe we have a great opportunity to do this so join us on a journey to create player centered environments in every corner of South Dakota!
What is it?
4 virtual experiences beginning in early 2022, free of charge! We will discuss and collaborate on a wide array of topics as they relate to coaching games, coaching training sessions, leadership, parent engagement and more. Special guests from around the state, region and country will be on tap to share experiences, have discussions and answer questions.
When will it begin?
Early 2022
*The first 10 coaches to register will receive SDYSA branded apparel from Score Sports! Registration is set to open April.
In the meantime please complete the below survey!
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