FAQs

Should I become a coach at Utah North Youth Soccer?

You get to spend quality time with your child and it's fun.

The rewards comes from helping kids have fun at a game or practice. You will be involved in helping them develop their individual skills and teamwork. You will get a great sense of accomplishment when you reach the end of a season, and look back to see how far the team has come.

Can I still help coach, even if I don't know anything about soccer?

Yes! Utah North Youth Soccer provides the training and materials. Being a coach involves skills you probably already have. In addition to specific soccer knowledge that we can teach you. If you are uncertain, try being an assistant coach. We can pair you up with somebody that has a little more experience.

What is the time commitment of being an Utah North Youth Soccer coach? Assistant coach?

Coaches run on average one weekday practice and a game on Saturday. Coaching in Utah North Youth Soccer is all about teaching and encouraging kids, and having a lot of fun.

How do I become a coach?

You sign up to coach at the same time you register your kids to play.

If your child is on a team that already has a coach, let the coach know that you are interested in coaching and would like to help. Most of our coaches will be excited to have your help. In this case you register in the system as an assistant coach.

Is there training provided for coaches?

Yes! There are two parts to coach training. One is an online course which covers team management, safety, volunteer protection. There is also age-specific training which covers soccer techniques, strategies and teaching ideas appropriate to the age group. These clinics are held online and on weekends, and vary from a half day to two days. You must attend the coach training to be covered by the Volunteer Protection Act.