“Being a role model is the most powerful form of educating.” John Wooden
Our league could not exist without the help of all of our volunteer coaches. We understand that some parents are volunteering and don't know anything about soccer, which is fine. We want to offer as much help as we can to all of our coaches. See the links to the right for some very helpful information. When you register your child for the soccer season there will be a place to express your interest in coaching whether it's as a head coach or an assistant coach.
All of our volunteer coaches are REQUIRED to submit a background check through SportsEngine (Academy and Rec Ages) or GotSoccer (Select and Travel).
We all have a responsibility to promote high standards of behavior in the game. This includes the abuse of match officials and the unacceptable behavior of over competitive parents, spectators, and coaches on the sideline. Play your part and observe the Respect Code of Conduct in everything you do.
I understand that if I do not follow the Code, any of the following actions may be taken by Optimist Committee:
I may:
“Children are great imitators, so give them something great to imitate.”
FIFA Laws of The Game
(As Modified By US Youth Soccer)
Suggested Individual and Group Training Videos available for all REC Groups under their specific web pages:
CDC Concussion Information
Fact Sheet For Coaches
Free Concussion Training Course