Coaches Resources
Resources
- Coaches Guide
- Practice Guide
- Drill videos (Mojo additionally have a mobile app)
- Laws of the Game
- Crossbar Help
- Explore PDSA Online Rules Course To help you better understand the rules of soccer we're excited to provide this online course. By taking this course you will gain a better understanding of game day PDSA specific rules and a deeper appreciation for the game of soccer.
Fall 2024 Commissioners
- U6 – Kevin Korinek
- U8B – Tricia Simmons
- U8G – Julie Korinek
- U10 – Samantha Hartshorn & Matt Herzberger
- U12 – Kori Thompson & Dana Forsman
- U14 – Sam & Sarah Delreal
- U18 – Tyson Lenerose
Fall 2024 Updates
- We would ask that everyone use only Crossbar for all team communications this year. We had several teams use it, and it was successful. For FAQ's visit the Crossbar help center
- We are doing BG checks for all board members, coaches, and volunteers for PDSA this year.
- All coaches received an email on August 5, 2024, with the Subject Line: PDSA Volunteer Forms.
- This email contains instructions on what to complete - both forms must be completed.
- All volunteers must have a Crossbar account to access the forms.
- All data from these forms will be deleted at the start of the season.
- Most games will be played on Saturday, with the exception of U14, U18 and any make up games
- Weather alerts system - at Brown Road, there are audible and visible alerts. Per city policy, no one may be on the field for 30 minutes after a strike within 10 miles of the park. This is what is denoted by the weather pole alerting.
- Added a paid head of officiating position. Have a referee curriculum.
General Coaching details
- Practice areas in Canyon
- Brown Road Sports Complex
- Southeast Park
- Canyon Intermediate School
- Canyon Junior Hugh
- Hunsley Park
- Reeves Hinger Elementary School
- Crestview Elementary
- Spring Canyon Elementary
- No pracitices at private properties
- Teams can schedule one practice on a game field prior to the start of season. Coordinate field availability with your division commissioner via GroupMe.
- GroupMe is the primary communications method between the board and coaches. Please escalate an items to your age level commissioners (listed above) via GroupMe.
- Coach Expectations
- Adhere to Coaches Code of Conduct
- Demonstrate respectful behavior towards players, parents, referees, & opponents
- Set the standard for yourself, your parents and players that negative behavior & comments toward referees, including arguing calls and complaining about referee decisions, is not allowed.
- Familiarize yourself with PDSA Laws of the Game
- Head Coaches, please identify an assistant coach for your team. Notify your division commissioner of your assistant coach’s name & contact number. If you do not have an assistant coach lined up yet, please do so when making your parent calls after rosters are finalized and released next week.
- Maximum of Two Coach Kids per team
- At any point during the season, feel free to contact your commissioner or any other board member to discuss progression of the season and discuss any topics/issues that need clarification.
- All questions and comments should be addressed with your league commissioner.