As a member of the Massachusetts Youth Soccer Association, Plymouth Youth soccer adopts all Code of Conduct policies developed by MYSA Board of Directors. The Massachusetts Youth Soccer Association Board of Directors approved the implementation of Codes of Conduct for Coaches, Parents, Players and Referees and a Zero Tolerance Policy by unanimous consent in January 2023. All codes of conduct policies will be in use by Plymouth Youth Soccer immediately. Please read and know the policies linked below:
https://www.mayouthsoccer.org/codes-of-conduct/
Plymouth Youth Soccer coaching selection policy
All coaching positions are seasonal and the PYSA board reviews all positions at the start of each season to ensure that Massachusetts SAFE soccer / CORI information is current, Zero Tolerance and Code of Conduct policies are being adhered to, that no policy violations have occurred. Returning head coaches from the previous season have first right of refusal if returning and coaching the same gender and age group as the prior season, unless there are complaints that need to be reviewed by the board. If there are not enough teams to allow all returning head coaches to retain their position, the coach that the board deems to be the most qualified, will be the head coach and the other candidate(s) will be assistant coaches. To determine a coach’s qualifications, the Board will consider:
- Ability to work well with children
- Overall coaching experience
- Coaching certifications/licenses
- Overall contribution to the league and the association
- For Division 1 tryout teams it is preferred that coaches primary focus is on the PYSA club
If there are no returning coaches at the age level, we look at PYSA coaches from the prior season moving up into the age group. When a coach moves up from one level to the next, they will retain their position as a head coach in the new age group. If multiple coaches move up, the process for multiple coaches returning in an age group will be used to determine the head coach.
If we have no returning coaches and no coaches moving up, we look to those who have volunteered to coach. For coaching volunteers, we look at:
- Prior PYSA coaching experience (i.e. coached at younger age groups but haven’t coached in the past season or two)
- Coaching experience in other leagues (i.e. HS, other town leagues)
- Overall coaching experience
- Coaching certifications/licenses
- Overall contribution to the league and the association
- For Division 1 tryout teams it is preferred that coaches primary focus is on the PYSA club
Plymouth Youth Soccer’s tryout program requires all coaches that express interest in our Grades 5-8 tryout program to provide their resume of experience related to coaching youth soccer..
Coaches -
You Are The Teachers
The Field Is Your Classroom
The Players Are Your Students
Coastal Youth Soccer League (CYSL) link:
www.coastalyouthsoccer.com
Plymouth Youth Soccer Association is part of the CYSL which is our regional league affiliate to the Massachusetts Youth Soccer Association (MYSA) who is our directive organization. The Executive Board holds responsibility for Plymouth Youth Soccer but all rules and regulations which we adhere to come from MYSA.
Massachusetts Youth Soccer Association (MYSA):
www.mayouthsoccer.org
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Mass Youth Soccer Age appropriate Coaching plans & curriculum
Statewide Coaching Curriculum
U6 Practice Plans
U8 Practice Plans
U10 Practice Plans
U12 Practice Plans
U14-U18 Practice Plans
UEFA Training Ground - Information on Training,
Skills, Drills, Team Tactics and Strategies
http://www.uefa.com/trainingground/index.html
Ask a Soccer Referee
http://www.askasoccerreferee.com/
Adult Registration information:
Please follow the link below to check your registration, CORI clearance, Safe Soccer, and CDC certifications.
Coaches Corner
SCORE REPORTER - During the season it is required that we receive your scores by the Wednesday after your last game.
U10 through U19 Scores are Required for each game.
HAVING PROBLEMS REPORTING SCORES - READ BELOW AND FOLLOW THE SIMPLE INSTRUCTIONS:
If you are having problems using the online form please e-mail the following information:
1. Date of game
2. Age Group (example U12)
3. Gender (M or F)
4. Your team name (example plymouth1)
5. Your Name
6. Your score
7. Opponent score
8. Opponent town/team name (example hull1)
9. Comments if needed
Send via e-mail to:
PYSAScores@plymouthyouthsoccer.com
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Practice Field - PYSA requires that you request a field for practice once per season. Do this as soon as you receive your roster or after the coaches meetings.
Email: practicefields@plymouthyouthsoccer.com
**PLEASE ALLOW 48 HOURS FROM THE TIME OF SUBMISSION BEFORE E-MAILING ANYONE**
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Make up Game - If you have to reschedule a game please follow the instructions before requesting a date and time for the makeup. Also check your CYSL book and follow the laws of the league. It is recommended that a makeup game is played within two weeks of the original scehduled game.
Standings - In order to know your standings we need your scores, so make sure to get them in by habit. You need to report your scores if your team is U10 through U19.
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PYSA ByLaws - 2023