2013 e guidebook

• 2013 E Course Guidebook

U.S. SOCCER E COURSEU.S. Soccer National E Course 2013 Guidebook Contents by United States Soccer Federation 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval2 U.S. SOCCER E COURSEThe E Course manual contents are owned by the United States Soccer Federation. Any reproduction or other dissemination of Coaching Instructors Workbook without the express written consent of the United States Soccer Federation is strictly prohibited. 2001-2013 United States Soccer Federation Revised 12/2012 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval3 U.S. SOCCER E COURSEWhy is it important to teach players to respect the game? So they understand that the game is the best teacher. So they learn to respect the role of the referee; opponents; coaches; fans; their equipment; and nutrition. And to ensure future players continue playing, learning, and loving this game. United States Soccer Federation 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval4 U.S. SOCCER E COURSEFIFA Soccers World Governing Body Founded in 1904 to provide unity among national soccer associations, the Federation Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) boasts 207 members, rivaling that of the United Nations, and is arguably the most prestigious sports organization in the world. As soccers ultimate administrative authority, FIFA governs all facets of the game: regulating the rules of play, overseeing the transfers of players internationally, organizing international competitions such as the FIFA World Cup, establishing standards for refereeing, coaching and sports medicine, and encouraging soccers development around the world. As a member of FIFA, U.S. Soccers Licensing Program is recognized as the official and only organization allowed to run and issue coaching licenses in the United States. 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval5 U.S. SOCCER E COURSEThousands of coaches have completed U.S. Soccer Federation coaching schools since they were first developed in 1970. We have all been participants in the growth of soccers popularity at the youth, amateur and professional level in the United States. Development of coaches should ideally lead and precede the growth of our sport. We are embarking on an ambitious pathway that will be focused on accelerating the development of our coaching community. It is logical that this coaching development initiative will be focused on transferring theory into practice the development of players at all levels. The technical leaders of the Federation have studied, observed and participated in the game on a global scale. From this perspective, we acknowledge that there are many ways to teach the game of soccer. Through coaching education, we must provide the U.S. Soccer community with a coherent message, globally-relevant content and modern teaching methodology. All of these variables should be representative of our brand the United States. As you proceed down the U.S. Soccer Coaching Development Pathway, we encourage you to integrate these important messages about our role as coaches: INSPIRE: Be the emotional leader for the young athletes that you serve. Inspire the play in your players. GUIDE: Apply the guidelines from the U.S. Soccer Curriculum to your specific coaching environment. NURTURE: Perpetuate a passion for the game. This means a balance between structured and unstructured play. INCORPORATE: Age-appropriate methods and best practices relative to the developmental age of your players. TRAIN: Become a master coach develop your craft provide a quality training environment. ENVIRONMENT: Develop the athlete and the person do not sacrifice youth development for a result. U.S. Soccers primary goal is to provide positive, professional and continuous development programs for coaches at all levels of the soccer spectrum. Our future developmental pathway will continue to offer modern coaching methods, globallyrelevant content and practical applications to the game. Our mission is to support you as you grow our sport through the hearts and legs of the athletes that we coach. Ignite the PLAY in the player,Dave Chesler, Director of Coaching Development U.S. Soccer Federation 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval6 TABLE OF CONTENTSSection 1: E COURSE WORKBOOK Course Focal Points Expected OutcomesSection 2: METHODS OF COACHING (PART I) Long-Term Athlete Development The BASIC Stage (9-12)Section 3: METHODS OF COACHING (PART II) Teaching in Shorts Training Design and PlanningSection 4: PRINCIPLES OF PLAY Defending Principles Attacking Principles Style of PlaySection 5: TEAM MANAGEMENT The Coach as a Conductor 2013 U.S. Soccer Best Practices for a Safe EnvironmentCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval7 I never teach my pupils; I only attempt to provide the conditions in which they can learn. Albert EinsteinE COURSE GUIDEBOOK CANDIDATE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: U.S. SOCCER E COURSEWhat is the E Course? Develop the core coaching competencies necessary to effectively teach the 9-12 year old athlete and team Understand the characteristics and needs of an athlete in the Basic Stage of our Athlete Development Model Establish a foundation of knowledge and experience in order to proceed through the sequence of coaching development courses 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval9 CANDIDATE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: U.S. SOCCER E COURSEWhat are the specific target outcomes of the course? Understand and effectively apply the principles of Athlete Development Demonstrate competency in planning an age-appropriate training session Demonstrate the essential competencies to execute a team training session that is focused on a technical function of the game Understand concepts and recognize the principles of attacking and defending in a small-sided game environment (3v3 to 9v9 adaptable to local competition structure) 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval10 E COURSE SCHEDULE (Sample) Three-day Schedule 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval11 METHODS OF COACHING I ATHLETE DEVELOPMENT MODEL METHODS OF COACHING I THE DEVELOPMENT STAGES OF A SOCCER ATHLETE...U6-U8 U9-U12 INITIAL STAGE BASIC STAGEU13-U14 INTERMEDIATE STAGEU15-U18 ADVANCED STAGEU19-U20 SPECIFIC STAGESENIOR PERFORMANCE STAGE 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval13 THE FOUR COMPONENTS... LONG-TERM ATHLETE DEVELOPMENT MODELFour components must be CONNECTED and CORRELATEDRELATIVE to the development stage of the athlete 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval14 METHODS OF COACHING I DEBATE, DISCUSS, AND DEVELOP AN ACTION PLAN...Chronological age is a poor guide to segregate adolescents for competitions. (Sport4Life, Canada)Currently most youth sports programs are structured around chronological age. We should recognize that sport science confirms that athletes of the same age between ages 10 and 16 can be as much as 4-5 years in developmental separation. 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval15 THE LONG-TERM ATHLETE DEVELOPMENT MODEL DEBATE, DISCUSS AND DEVELOP... AN ACTION PLANHow does this evidence influence a development plan? 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval16 METHODS OF COACHING I THE DEVELOPMENT STAGES OF A SOCCER ATHLETE...Do you know WHO you are coaching? U9-U12 INITIAL STAGE (FUNdamentals) BASIC STAGE SKILL DEVELOPMENT? TACTICAL DEVELOPMENT? PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT? PSYCHO-SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT? MULTI-LATERAL DEVELOPMENT? 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval17 THE LONG TERM ATHLETE DEVELOPMENT MODEL BASIC STAGE: 9-12 YEARSTECHNICALTACTICALMAXIMIZE OPPORTUNITIES to develop individual technique and ball mastery Position-related Realism and relevance to a game function Unopposed environment is balanced with opposed 2013 U.S. SoccerGAME UNDERSTANDING and DECISIONMAKING through small-sided games and activities 3v3 to 9v9 Develop creativity and encourage problem-solving through free playCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval18 THE LONG TERM ATHLETE DEVELOPMENT MODEL BASIC STAGE: 9-12 YEARSPSYCHOSOCIALPHYSICALAt 9-12 years Self-confidence and motivation are highly influenced by peer attitudes and coach / adult interactions Encourage unstructured play Structure competition to address differences in training age and abilities 2013 U.S. SoccerFUNDAMENTAL MOVEMENTS Agility Balance Coordination SpeedCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval19 THE LONG-TERM ATHLETE DEVELOPMENT MODEL PERIODIZATION: EFFECTIVE PLANNING 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval20 METHODS OF COACHING SEASONAL PLANNINGU9 2013 U.S. SoccerU10U11U12CONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval21 METHODS OF COACHING I WEEKLY PLAN: MANAGING A SINGLE GAME PER WEEK 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval22 METHODS OF COACHING II METHODS OF COACHING II THE SKILLS OF TEACHINGAre you teaching soccer, or are you teaching kids? 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval24 METHODS OF COACHING II COMMUNICATING: THE ART OF THE QUESTIONAre you a presenter or a teacher? FACTUAL Definitive, simple answers (Recall level)CONCEPTUAL Requires higher levels of processing and thought (Compare, contrast, surmise...)PROVOCATIVE Divergent thought, evaluative, requires complex reasoning (Similarities, differences, between 2 or more concepts) 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval25 METHODS OF COACHING II COMMUNICATING: THE ART OF THE QUESTIONAre you a presenter or a teacher? FACTUAL Could you arrive at the same time as the ball?CONCEPTUALWhat cues determine how close you can get to the opponent?PROVOCATIVE How would your opponent react if you arrived at the same location and position as his receiving foot? 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval26 METHODS OF COACHING II MANAGING THE ENVIRONMENTThe skillful coach constantly assesses and manipulates the environment, thus challenging and stimulating players to find creative solutions STOP FREEZE NATURAL STOPPAGE FLOW CONTINUOUS ACTIVITY INDIVIDUAL REFERENCE 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval27 METHODS OF COACHING II PRESENTATION ESSENTIALSThe skillful coach constantly assesses CONCISE and manipulates the environment, thus Simple, bite-size challenging packets and stimulating players to find creative solutionsCORRECT Accurate informationCONNECT 4 components of athlete development 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval28 METHODS OF COACHING II TEACHING ESSENTIALSThe skillful coach constantly assesses and manipulates the environment, thus I HEAR, challenging and I forget... and stimulating players to find creative solutionsI SEE, and I remember...I DO, and I understand. (Chinese Proverb) 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval29 METHODS OF COACHING II MANAGING THE ENVIRONMENTThe skillful coach constantly challenges and stimulates players to find creative solutions. COMMAND & DIRECT QUESTION & ANSWER GUIDED QUESTION EXPERIMENTATION 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval30 METHODS OF COACHING II CYCLE OF COACHINGThe craft of coaching is the ability to link a learning moment with an effective teaching method 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval31 METHODS OF COACHING II TEACHING PROGRESSION (4 STAGES)The craft of coaching is the ability to link a learning moment with an effective teaching method 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval32 METHODS OF COACHING II STAGE I: TECHNIQUE-SKILLS WARM-UP PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT GAME/ACTIVITY RULES OBJECTIVES OF THE TRAINING DEVELOPMENT STAGE OF ATHLETESWARM-UP PHASE = TECHNICAL + PHYSICALHOW DO EACH OF THESE 4 TOPICS INFLUENCE THE DESIGN OF STAGE I? A. RHYTHMIC THIGH TOUCHES B. THIGH VOLLEYS C. SIDE-SIDE VOLLEYS D. TWO-TOUCH VOLLEY SEQUENCES 2013 U.S. SoccerE. TWO-TOUCH PAIRS COMPETITION 1. Server calls out two surfaces as ball leaves hands 2. Teammate must control the ball with the first surface 3. Teammate must RETURN the ball to the servers hands with the 2nd surface 4. Example (diagram) Chest-Foot 5. Score 1 point for each successful return (Change on 1 minute intervals) CONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval33 METHODS OF COACHING II STAGE II: SMALL-SIDED ACTIVITY PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT GAME/ACTIVITY RULES OBJECTIVES OF THE TRAINING DEVELOPMENT STAGE OF ATHLETESHOW DO EACH OF THESE 4 TOPICS INFLUENCE THE DESIGN OF STAGE II? FUNCTIONAL SMALL-SIDED GAMES: PAIRS DEFENDINGLOSS OF POSSESSION: ONE PLAYER DROPS GAIN POSSESSION: 3rd PLAYER STEPS ON 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval34 METHODS OF COACHING II STAGE III: EXPANDED SMALL-SIDED ACTIVITY PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT GAME/ACTIVITY RULES OBJECTIVES OF THE TRAINING DEVELOPMENT STAGE OF ATHLETESHOW DO EACH OF THESE 4 TOPICS INFLUENCE THE DESIGN OF STAGE III? ATTACKING: 6v6 ZONES2.1.1. Players are restricted to their specific attacking/defending half 2. Rotate players into the attacking zone on each goal or at specific time intervals 3. Exercise should progress to a stage where a player may follow the ball into the attacking half 4. The Buffer zone may be widened in order to emphasize passing and timing of runs 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval35 METHODS OF COACHING II STAGE IV: THE GAME PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT GAME/ACTIVITY RULES OBJECTIVES OF THE TRAINING DEVELOPMENT STAGE OF ATHLETESHOW DO EACH OF THESE 4 TOPICS INFLUENCE THE DESIGN OF STAGE III? U10 MATCH CONDITIONS: 6v6HOW WOULD YOU DETERMINE THE FIELD DIMENSIONS? 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval36 SECTION 4: PRINCIPLES OF PLAY PRINCIPLES OF PLAY The Foundation of Team PlayATTACKING PRINCIPLES 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval38 PRINCIPLES OF PLAY GENERAL STYLE OF PLAYMATCHES OFFENSIVE STYLE OF PLAY QUICK TRANSITION & FINISHINGPOSITION SPECIFIC 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval39 PRINCIPLES OF PLAY GENERAL STYLE OF PLAYFORMATIONS (9-12 YEARS) 6v6: Recommended 2-1-2 Formation 7v7: Recommended 2-3-1 Formation 8v8: Recommended 3-3-1 Formation 9v9: Recommended 3-2-3 or 3-3-2 Formation 11v11: Recommended 4-3-3 or 4-4-2 Formation 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval40 PRINCIPLES OF PLAY ATTACKING PRINCIPLES PENETRATION = FORWARD PLAYATTACKING EFFICIENCY FROM THE BACK THIRD 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval41 PRINCIPLES OF PLAY ATTACKING PRINCIPLESPENETRATION 356101 49 82METHODS DRIBBLEPASS SHOOT 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer ApprovalWHO? WHAT? WHERE? WHEN? WHY? 42 PRINCIPLES OF PLAY ATTACKING PRINCIPLESPENETRATIONWHO? WHAT? WHERE? WHEN? WHY? 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval43 PRINCIPLES OF PLAY ATTACKING PRINCIPLES SUPPORT = DEPTH RESTRICTED ZONES: 5v51. Each player restricted to own half 2. Ball may be transferred across and back over the half-line 3. Progression: Teammates may join from back half after the ball is played in to the striker KEY TACTICAL FOCUS: Mobility + Support of back three in order to keep possession KEY TECHNICAL FOCUS: Passing, quality, disguise, proper weight of pass 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval44 PRINCIPLES OF PLAY ATTACKING PRINCIPLESSUPPORT (a.k.a. depth) TWO ZONE GAME (5 v 5) 23 4 191014 2Timing of movement? Disguising movement? Risk v Safety? (#2?) 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer ApprovalWHO? WHAT? WHERE? WHEN? WHY? 45 PRINCIPLES OF PLAY ATTACKING PRINCIPLESSUPPORT (a.k.a. depth)WHO? WHAT? WHERE? WHEN? WHY? 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval46 PRINCIPLES OF PLAY ATTACKING PRINCIPLESATTACKING PATTERNS: FINAL THIRD 4v0 ... 4v3MOBILITY = CREATING & USING SPACE (Diagonal runs, overlaps, switching positions)PROGRESSION: A. 4v0 B. 4v3 C. 7v7 (Two Zones) D. 7v7 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval47 PRINCIPLES OF PLAY ATTACKING PRINCIPLESMOBILITY and WIDTH TWO ZONE GAME (5 v 5) 23 4 9 11014 2Timing of movement? Disguising movement? Risk v Safety? (#2?) 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer ApprovalWHO? WHAT? WHERE? WHEN? WHY? 48 PRINCIPLES OF PLAY ATTACKING PRINCIPLESMOBILITY and WIDTHWHO? WHAT? WHERE? WHEN? WHY? 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval49 PRINCIPLES OF PLAY ATTACKING PRINCIPLES WIDTH EXPANDED SMALL-SIDED EXERCISE: 5v5 (+2)ORGANIZATION: Each team places 4 field players inside the playing area (width of penalty area) Each team places a flank player on each flank (shaded areas) No restrictions for central players Flank players are restricted to 1-touch play 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval50 PRINCIPLES OF PLAY ATTACKING PRINCIPLES 2013 U.S. SoccerIMPROVISATIONCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval51 DEFENDING PRINCIPLES PRINCIPLES OF PLAY DEFENDING PRINCIPLESDEFENDING PRINCIPLES 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval53 PRINCIPLES OF PLAY DEFENDING PRINCIPLES PRESSURE 1st DEFENDER INDIVIDUAL DEFENDING: DIRECTIONAL PRESSURE1. Ball-carrier serves to a perimeter player and closes down 2. Attack objective is to penetrate across the opposite line 3. Defender objective is to redirect the ball carrier to one of the adjacent sidelines 4. If ball-carrier penetrates successfully then they deliver the ball to a new perimeter player 5. Unsuccessful defender must remain on to continue defending against the new opponent 6. Successful defender rotates out of the perimeter & serves as an attacking target 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval54 PRINCIPLES OF PLAY DEFENDING PRINCIPLESPRESSURE= 1st DEFENDER(S) WHO? WHEN to move? WHEN to stop?3746WHERE to start? WHERE to arrive? 10CUES? 61 98 85 112 2012 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer ApprovalWHO? WHAT? WHERE? WHEN? WHY? 55 PRINCIPLES OF PLAY DEFENDING PRINCIPLESPRESSURE= 1st DEFENDER(S)8 8WHO? WHAT? WHERE? WHEN? WHY? 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval56 PRINCIPLES OF PLAY DEFENDING PRINCIPLES SUPPORT = COVER 2nd DEFENDER INDIVIDUAL & PAIRS: ATTACK AND DEFEND1st STAGE: Two vs. One Emphasis on defender isolating the ball-carrier 1v1 (eliminate passing angle) Control pace and angle of ball-carrier 2nd STAGE: Two vs. Two Pressing angle determines covering angle and distance Evaluate and manage the decision to switch pressing and covering roles 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval57 PRINCIPLES OF PLAY DEFENDING PRINCIPLESCOVER= 2nd DEFENDERS(S) 337744661010 61 99888855112 2013 U.S. Soccer6WHO COVERS? WHEN to move? WHEN to stop? WHERE to start? WHERE to arrive? ANGLE? DISTANCE?112CONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer ApprovalWHO? WHAT? WHERE? WHEN? WHY? 58 PRINCIPLES OF PLAY DEFENDING PRINCIPLESCOVER= 2nd DEFENDERS(S)8 88WHO? WHAT? WHERE? WHEN? WHY? 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval59 PRINCIPLES OF PLAY DEFENDING PRINCIPLES BALANCE = 3rd DEFENDER 4v4 GROUP DEFENDING1. OBJECTIVE: Prevent opponent from penetrating across the line (dribble / pass to 3rd team) 2. ROTATION: Scoring team serves to the 3rd team, which begins a new attacking sequence V1: Use 3-4 balls, each placed on top of a marker cone, as scoring targets 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval60 PRINCIPLES OF PLAY KEY DEFENDING CONCEPTS COMPACTNESS DEFENDING GOALKICK: TEAM STARTING SHAPE Flank MF Pressing Zones Combined pressure of MF + Strikers = predictability of serve 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval61 PRINCIPLES OF PLAY KEY DEFENDING CONCEPTSBALANCE and COMPACTNESS= 3rd DEFENDERS(S) 73106 461 9588112 2013 U.S. SoccerPOSITION TO PROTECT SPACES? WHO?CONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer ApprovalWHO? WHAT? WHERE? WHEN? WHY? 62 PRINCIPLES OF PLAY KEY DEFENDING CONCEPTSBALANCE and COMPACTNESS= 3rd DEFENDERS(S)WHO? WHAT? WHERE? WHEN? WHY? 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval63 PRINCIPLES OF PLAY KEY DEFENDING CONCEPTSDELAY 2v2 TRANSITION1. Attack/Defend 2 goals @ 2 yds. 2. Restart with 4 new players 3. Coach controls restart V1: Attacker may play back to supporting teammate V2: Score by rolling ball to teammate behind 1 goal V3: Opponent begins attack immediately on restart 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval64 PRINCIPLES OF PLAY KEY DEFENDING CONCEPTSDELAY 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval65 SECTION 5: TEAM MANAGEMENT TEAM MANAGEMENT DAY-OF-GAME TASKS PRE-GAME: Player passes, field directions, uniform choice, players arrival time, etc. HALF-TIME: Location, water, injuries, etc. POST-GAME: Regeneration + water, injuries, announce ments CONCISE: No Match Analysis 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval67 TEAM MANAGEMENT STAFF CONSIDERATIONS To provide proper instruction for the activity Club to provide age appropriate coaching staff To provide proper supervision for training and games 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval68 TEAM MANAGEMENT TOP 10 SAFETY GUIDELINES (1 THROUGH 5)1. Proper use of equipment (shin guards, no jewelry, uniforms designed for climate) 2. Always SECURE GOALS and CHECK for STABILITY 3. Always have a 2nd adult present Adults with a Member PASS 4. Proper fitting shoes, proper type of shoe for surface 5. Check field for glass, holes, sharp objects 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval69 TEAM MANAGEMENT TOP 10 SAFETY GUIDELINES (6 THROUGH 10)6. Upkeep and monitoring of playing surfaces 7. Avoid scheduling training during the hottest periods of the day and when there is intense humidity 8. Ice, ice bags & water supply, frequent water breaks 9. Exercises that decrease repetition of dangerous encounters 10. Always carry a First Aid Kit, emergency info, and a phone 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval70 E License CourseThank you for taking part in U.S. Soccers National E License course. Additional details, including pre-course assignments, can be found by visiting ussoccer.com or http://www.ussoccer.com/Coaches/Licenses/NationalE.aspx Following the course, please be sure to provide us feedback by taking our online survey at https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/2013ELicenseSurvey For additional questions, please be sure to contact U.S. Soccer at [email protected] or your local State Soccer Association. 2013 U.S. SoccerCONFIDENTIAL: Not to be shared without U.S. Soccer Approval71