Coaching is a unique opportunity to instill positive values and help kids develop healthy habits that extend far beyond the playing field. Our coaches provide a welcoming atmosphere, teach fundamentals of the game and promote the importance of sportsmanship and teamwork. Volunteer Coach Responsibilities: *Instruct players in the fundamentals of soccer while promoting good sportsmanship *Hold team practices 1 hour every week and coach games *Communicate with team members and parents *Share praise and build confidence in young athletes *Promote an inclusive and positive experience *Live YMCA values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, & Responsibility Spring Soccer: Practices start the last weekend of Feb, 2023, games start in March 2023, and the season will conclude the weekend of May 13-14, 2023. We offer a Saturday league and a Sunday afternoon league. Practices are on weeknights for Saturday league (no U4 or U6) and right before game time for all Sunday leagues.