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Coaches Corner

About BRYC Coaching

About BRYC Coaching

Welcome to BRYC Recreational Soccer! Whether you’re a new or experienced coach, we’re excited to have you join our team. Coaching youth soccer is an incredible opportunity to inspire young players, teach life skills, and make a lasting impact both on and off the field. At BRYC, we believe soccer is about more than just the game—it’s a platform for players and coaches to grow.
 

As a coach, you set the tone for your team, guiding players through challenges, fostering teamwork, and helping them discover the joy of the sport. We’re here to support you every step of the way with resources, training opportunities, and a community of coaches eager to share best practices. U.S. Soccer, our governing body, also provides excellent training to help you grow your skills and confidence.

"BRYC U.S. Soccer Training" link offers insights to get you started with additional training opportunities that will help you grow your skills and confidence.
 

Coaching is a journey, and we encourage you to try new approaches, learn from experience, and embrace the rewarding process of leading a team. Together, we’re not just shaping great players but great people.

Coaching Expectations

Coaching Expectations

Becoming a BRYC recreational coach is a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in your players' lives while contributing to their growth both on and off the field. As a coach, your commitment includes time spent guiding your team in practices, games, and essential communication to foster a positive and supportive environment.

To help you better understand the expectations and responsibilities of a recreational coach, we've outlined key areas in the table below. These include your weekly time commitments, game-day duties, and available resources to support your success throughout the season.

Responsibility Details
Weekly Practice Juniors:  One practice per week for one hour

All others:  Two hours per week, either split into two sessions or combined into one session.
Weekend Games 1.5 hours per week, including setup and breakdown.
Communication and Coordination 1 hour per week for emails, scheduling, and team coordination.
Season Games 8 games during the season.
All-Star Coaching (Optional) Opportunity to coach additional All-Star games if desired.
Resources and Support Access to Coaches' Corner for resources, guidance, and training tools.

Getting Started

Recreation Levels

Recreation Levels

BRYC offers a wide range of coaching opportunities for both experienced coaches and enthusiastic volunteers. We support boys' and girls' soccer across all age groups, aligning with U.S. Soccer's training standards.

Many of our coaches begin their journey by registering their child and stepping up as a coach, assistant, or active parent. Others are drawn to BRYC by a passion for coaching. Regardless of your starting point, we warmly welcome you to join our team.

The table below provides an overview of age groups, their corresponding styles of play, and field sizes to help guide your coaching experience.

Age Group Players on Field Field Dimensions (Length x Width) Goal Size (Height x Width) Half Duration Ball Size
U5 3v3 (no goalkeepers) 25-30 yards x 15-20 yards 4 ft x 6 ft 10 minutes 3
U6 3v3 (no goalkeepers) 25-30 yards x 15-20 yards 4 ft x 6 ft 10 minutes 3
U7, U8 4v4 (no goalkeepers) 25-35 yards x 20-30 yards 4 ft x 6 ft 20 minutes 3
U9, U10 7v7 (including goalkeeper) 55-65 yards x 35-45 yards 6.5 ft x 18.5 ft 25 minutes 4
U11, U12 9v9 (including goalkeeper) 70-80 yards x 45-55 yards 7 ft x 21 ft 30 minutes 4
U13, U15 11v11 (including goalkeeper) 100-120 yards x 50-100 yards 8 ft x 24 ft 35 minutes 5
U16 11v11 (including goalkeeper) 100-120 yards x 50-100 yards 8 ft x 24 ft 40 minutes 5
U17, U19 11v11 (including goalkeeper) 100-120 yards x 50-100 yards 8 ft x 24 ft 45 minutes 5

Coaches and volunteers are encouraged to choose the age group they feel most comfortable working with, as each stage of development in soccer requires tailored training and coaching techniques. Different age groups come with unique needs and opportunities for growth, and BRYC is dedicated to aligning its training resources with these developmental milestones. Coaches' Corner is designed to provide the best training opportunities and support, ensuring that every volunteer has the tools and knowledge needed to effectively guide and inspire our players.

If you have questions regarding volunteering opportunities, please contact our Training Team, and we will be happy to support inquiries and point you in the right direction.

Mandatory Training

Mandatory Training

In order to get your season started, all coaches are required to complete specific requirements to ensure a successful season. Without completing these courses, your team roster will not be provided to you.

Start Training

The training is approximately 5 minutes to view the video, which is part of the Recognize to Recover Player Safety campaign by U.S. Soccer. For additional information on player safety and other essential resources, visit the U.S. Soccer Recognize to Recover site.

Additional training may be assigned throughout the season and will be communicated to you by your League Director.

Travel & Recreation Team Officials need to be SafeSport trained before the start of the season. Please reach out to your League Director to get access to the required training!

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