Online Parent Education Latest Offering from
US Youth Soccer
USYouthSoccer.org hosts Online Tool for Soccer Parents
Printable Personalized Certificate of Completion
RICHARDSON, Texas (October 3, 2005) – US Youth Soccer has announced the launch of an interactive online tool to assist parents as they support their youth athlete. Designed for parents in the game of soccer to aid their efforts in growing the spirit without limiting the child, The Parent’s Guide – An Introduction to Youth Soccer is an online self-exploratory exercise in enhancing the experiences of players and their families.
The Parents Guide is an overview of best practices and philosophy, answering questions ranging from 'How to be supportive soccer parents' and 'How to meet your child’s needs' to ‘The ride home’ as well as ‘Dealing with your child’s coach.’
In addition to the online presentation, the US Youth Soccer Coaching Education Department and Coaching Committee has created a short quiz to further the educational aspect of the guide. After successful completion of the course parents can personalize the certificate of completion with their name.
“We are proud to offer this educational opportunity to our parents and look forward to additional tools to further our game through the generations of soccer families ahead,” said David Messersmith, president of US Youth Soccer.
To review the online Parents Guide please click here.
US Youth Soccer Coaching Education Department offers a number of educational opportunities to the youth soccer community, most notably the Coaches Connection. Designed for coaches, parents, referees and administrators alike, the Coaches Connection, is a membership based continuing education offering that includes a subscription to Success in Soccer, the magazine for winning soccer as well as monthly age-appropriate lesson plans and tips for members. Last week the Coaches Connection opened a member only section to USYouthSoccer.org where members can assess an archive of lesson plans as well as additional benefits to be announced in the months ahead.
This February the 2006 US Youth Soccer adidas Workshop and Coaches Convention will be held at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston, Texas. Created for youth coaches, administrators, parents and referees, the annual Workshop and Coaches Convention provides the latest in player and club development from the leaders in the sport. In addition to the numerous classroom sessions, several youth teams will be used in live demonstration areas to continue the advancement of technique and tactics on the field of play. The annual US Youth Soccer adidas Coach of the Year dinner is held on Friday night and honors those who impact our sport through their contributions as coach. Now through December 15, 2005 registrants can save 50% on registration. More detailed information is available at USYouthSoccer.org.
US Youth Soccer is non-profit and educational organization whose mission is to foster the physical, mental and emotional growth and development of America's youth through the sport of soccer at all levels of age and competition. US Youth Soccer strives to make soccer fun, and instill in young players a lifelong passion for the sport.
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About the United States Youth Soccer Association (US Youth Soccer) - US Youth Soccer-The Game for ALL Kids!® is the largest member of the United States Soccer Federation, the governing body of soccer in the United States. US Youth Soccer registers more than 3.2 million players annually, ages 5 to 19, and over 900,000 administrators, coaches and volunteers in 55 member state associations. US Youth Soccer programs provide a fun, safe and healthy environment for players at every level of the game. For more information, visit www.USYouthSoccer.org.
