E Certificate Course

1. “E” Certificate Course Methods Team Management Team Administration Tactics

2. Objectives of E Course Prepare coaches working with players 10-14 years old Provide an understanding of coaching methodology Prepare coaches for further coaching courses with the US Soccer Federation

3. Methods of Coaching The Game is the Best Teacher Using Small Sided Games to teach What is Player Development Role of the Coach

4. Game is the Best Teacher Game presents problems for players Players must solve problems on own Using games creates realism Players are motivated and challenged through game

5. Using Small Sided Games to teach Skill Development Tactical Development Fun and enjoyment Game understanding Intuitive Development

6. Player Development Games and activities are used that players want to participate in Every player has a ball for training Activities designed to get maximum amount of touches on ball Training sessions designed to improve players technical and tactical application Competition=motivation Develops an appreciation for game

7. Role of the Coach As a facilitator Set up conditions and environment for learning Players need to have fun and receive positive feedback Coach must be enthusiastic Practice should be about learning and enjoyment Activities geared for success

8. As a Positive Role Model Demonstrates respect for: Teammates Parents Spectators Referees/Officials Opposing coaches To the game itself

9. Understands Who They Are Coaching Children are not defined by chronological age only, they mature and develop at their own pace. Treat each child as an individual. Not all children participate for the same reasons.

10. Guidelines for Coaching Organization Progression = simple to more complex Equipment, time, field space, and players Demonstration “Paint the Picture” Observation Focus on how to watch a game Information Feedback is guiding the players to success (how? Guided v. Directive)

11. The Training Session Demands of the Game Elements of the Game Playing Area Components of the Game (4 Pillars)

12. Training Varibles Goals-# of goals, shape, size of goals, position? Field-size, divisions Balls-Number of, placement, size Players-How many? Numbers up/down? Neutral (s) Rules-Restrictions? Offsides? How are points awarded? Miscellaneous-equipment, time/how long, surface, indoor/outdoor

13. How to Teach-Coach’s Tool Kit Allow the conditions to coach the themes Coach at natural stoppages Coach within the flow of the game Coach the individual player as the game continues Coach using the ‘Freeze Method” Listed in order of least intrusive to most intrusive

14. Avoid the Following Excess coaching Incorrect or inappropriate activities Training sessions that don’t flow and are frustrating Game and activities that are unrealistic

15. Tactics and Technique Together“The Coaching Progression” Warm-up-Lack of pressure from opponent. Pressure from ball and imposed demands Small-Sided Activity-Introduce pressure. Does not have to be directional Expanded Small-Sided Activity-Must be directional. Is it close to the ‘big picture’? Match Condition-Game, with all rules (5v5)

16. Becoming a Better Coach Find ways to make things competitive Demand technical precision Keep the practice flowing Give periods for rest and water Make it fun…It is a game!

17. 4 Pillars of Soccer Technical-Ability to manipulate the ball successfully. What the player is able to do with the ball Tactical-Game insight/Game Instinct, Decision making Individual (1v1) Group (2v1 , 2v2, 3v3, 4v3) Team Physical-Speed, endurance, strength, flexibility, agility, aerobic-anaerobic Psychological-Age specific, sex, training rhythm, individual v. team, personalities

18. Economical Training Incorporating all 4 pillars of soccer into an activity Example: 1v1 activities

19. Specificity of Training SAID Principle “Specific Adaptations to Imposed Demands” Training should be specific to technical, tactical, fitness and psychological demands Training must replicate the game To be fit to play soccer, training must be specific to the needs of soccer “Meet the demands of the game, not the coach.”

20. Team Management Safety and Ethical Team Administration Organizing a Training Session Match Organization

21. Safety and Ethical Aspects Check your state as far as volunteer coaches-what law if any. Be aware of your responsibility in regard to safety issues Responsibilities of the coach in relation to the health and safety of the players shin guards, proper shoes, inflated ball, no jewelry, field surface and duration of game Proper teaching and instructing of players regarding reasonably safe techniques and methods of play.

22. Safety and Ethical Aspects Implement appropriate training program to make sure your players are fit for practice and competition Warm-up and stretching prior to training and games Make sure equipment and playing surface are in accordance with the Laws of the Game Supervise and control players so as to avoid injury situations Insurance needs Evaluate and plan in terms of “Risk Management” for your program and players. Ethics-principles recognized as standards of behavior by a specific group-Integrity

23. Team Organization Parent-Coach meeting Discuss: Coaches philosophy Team goals Expectations of parents and players

24. Team Organization Player-Coach Meeting Discuss coaching philosophy Team Goals Training rules and regulations Other staff members High school or college discuss: academics, class attendance, other staff, etc.

25. Player-Coach Meeting-Individual Discuss player’s perception of their role within team and to the team Discuss individual goals Discuss coaches perception of individual’s role within the team and to the team

26. Equipment Needs Players: Ball, shin guards, shoes, loose fitting clothes, water bottle Shoes and equipment need to be cared for properly Coach: Cones, bibs or vests, extra balls, pump, nets on goals, portable goals (if possible), first aid kit, ice, water and adequate playing surface

27. Recommended Sessions U-12: Two- 1.25 hr sessions and 1 game a week U-14: Two-1.25 hr sessions and 1 game a week Training should be the length of the game. Recommended ball size: Size 5

28. Match Organization Pregame Staff Pre-match meal Time of arrival for warm-up Final meeting Warm-up Individual talks w/players Home v. Away tactics

29. During the Match Analyze your team and opponent (take notes) Control emotions Substitutions Special situations (up a goal, down a goal)

30. Halftime Give players chance to cool down Are there any injuries? Ask players for input 2-3 points Be positive even when team is down, find the positives. Look at the glass as ‘half full’ instead of ‘half empty’

31. Post match Check for injuries Cool Down Keep comments brief Media Training schedule Analyze and correct at next training session

32. Seasonal Planning Preseason How long? What do you want to achieve? Testing for fitness? Seasonal Plan Use of calendar, days off, preparation days, tournaments, etc. Post-Seasonal plan

33. Tactics Where, when, and why of soccer Decisions made during the match Team short term planning Team Strategy Player Decisions Principles of Play

34. Principles of Defense Try to win the ball back immediately if you can Delay Depth Balance Concentration

35. Role of the 1st, 2nd, 3rd Defenders 1st-Apply, Deny, Angle, Speed, and Distance 2nd-Cover, Angle, Distance 3rd-Balance, Tracking, Deny

36. Principles of Attack Penetration-1st Attacker Depth-2nd Attacker Mobility-3rd Attacker Width Improvisation Finishing

37. Role of 1st, 2nd, 3rd, Attackers 1st-Most important, try to achieve penetration 2nd-Immediate support, look to combine with the player with the ball 3rd-Unbalance defense, create space for self and teammates

38. Safety v. Risk‘1/3s of the field’ Attacking Third More risks should be taken Middle Third 50/50 consideration of Safety vs. Risk Defensive Third Safety is the first concern and is paramount

39. Attacking third Movement w/out ball Forward and Penetrating passes Immediate Support (Depth) Improvisation Finishing (shot on goal)

40. Middle Third BUILD-CONNECT-SUPPORT Build up zone Ball possession is critical Decisions whether to possess or penetrate’ Recognition of numbers up/down Develop a rhythm Make connection and combine with forwards

41. Defending Third The no nonsense Safety First zone Maintain numerical superiority 1v1 defensive abilities Controlled aggression/discipline Pressure, cover, balance Communication Role of goalkeeper Playing out of the back

42. USSF “E” Coaching License18 Hour Course Instructor: Tom Condone USSF “A” License USSF “National Youth” License 1-800-367-8772 x130 coach@tnsoccer.org