Understand and comply with all rules and guidelines set forth by
US Soccer, FYSA, and Venice SC.
Complete all USYS requirements before the season starts:
Background check, Heads Up Training, and Safe Sport training.
Maintain lines of communication with the Venice SC Coach Liaison
Provide a framework for athletes to perform to their potential by
teaching and developing skill levels, assigning player positions,
and designing game strategies for all team members during practice
sessions.
Facilitate the core elements of coaching and curriculum as
outlined by the Venice SC Board of Directors.
Teach and set expectations of appropriate team conduct during
competition, travel, practice, and at any other times the team is
representing Venice SC.
Develop players’ competitive talents while also teaching and
promoting teamwork.
Mentor players on and off the field, encouraging leadership
skills, a growth mindset, and academic success.
Plan, organize, and manage all practices and competitions,
including ensuring game-day substitutions, rotations, and tactics
align with developmental goals.
Foster a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for all
players, promoting respect and camaraderie.
Oversee the conduct and discipline of the team.
Assist in organizing and administering team fundraising
activities.
Help recruit, select, train, and evaluate club players, including
contributing to individual development plans (IDPs) when
appropriate.
Maintain regular communication with players’ families regarding
expectations, schedules, and player progress.
Attend all coaches’ meetings and participate in further coaching
education opportunities, including licensing.
Promote and assist, along with the Board of Directors, in the
player tryout process and selection of Venice SC players.
Collaborate effectively with assistant coaches and other staff to
ensure alignment with Venice SC’s vision and mission.
Recreational Director:
Responsible for recruiting volunteers to coach with help from
staff.
Assist Director of Operations in forming teams and game schedules.
Prepare and conduct a preseason coaches meeting.
Create and manage a GroupMe (Communication App) with all the rec
coaches.
Manage VeniceRecSoccer@gmail.com email after registration is over
to answer any questions.
Help coaches set up GroupMe for their teams.
Attend all practice nights for setup and tear down. This includes
setting up and removing goals, turning lights on and off, ensuring
soccer balls are on the fields, etc.
Issue coaches Program Plans such as drill plans for practice in
collaboration with the club DOC. This can be something that the
club has drawn up or direct them to online sites according to
their age group.
Help distribute game jerseys to the teams.
Coordinate Picture Schedule with Photographer.
Attend all game days as the director, and ensure all fields are
set up for games at least 1 hour prior to the first game start
time.
Manage the referees and schedule.
Address all coach and / parent questions or concerns during the
day.
Responsible for ordering Trophies/Medals.
Work with comp coaches to help identify players that could play
competitive soccer and ensure parents are notified of the
opportunity and provided information about the program
