• Enthusiastically support and practice the "Everyone Plays," "Good Sportsmanship" and "Positive Coaching" philosophies of AYSO.

• Be reasonable in your demands on a young player's time, energy, enthusiasm and performance on the field.

• Impress on your players that they must abide by the Laws of the Game at all times.

• Develop team respect for the ability of opponents and for the judgment of referees and opposing coaches.

• Ensure that your players' soccer experience is one of fun and enjoyment (winning is only part of it). Players should never be yelled at or ridiculed for making mistakes or losing a game.

• Set a good example and be generous with your praise when it is deserved. Children need a coach they can respect.

• Keep informed of sound principles of coaching, growth and child development.

• Check your equipment and playing facilities. The should meet safety standards and be appropriate for the age and ability of your players.

• Follow the advice of a physician when determining when and injured child is ready to play again.

Coach Player Ratings

Here are the instructions: Player Rating Instructions

Here's the form: Player Rating Form.  (as an Excel File for later)

 

Important Message from our Coach Administrator AYSO Coach Training Requirements Matrix--see the training that you must have in order to coach is Costa Mesa Soccer AYSO Region 120.  In addition, to be consider for the priviledge of coach an All Star or an AYSO Plus team, you must possess certain additional training credentials.  See if you have what it takes... If you are a coach or parent, this is a MUST READ.  AYSO is a program for the kids, and this message is for you, and is straight from the heart.  Understand it and you will understand what makes AYSO like NO OTHER YOUTH SOCCER PROGRAM ANYWHERE. Letter to Coaches and Parents