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Pleasant Hill/Martinez Soccer Association

Coaching Resources

Start of the Season Documents and Resources

Whether you're a new or returning coach, the following resources will help you get organized and set your team up for success at the start of the season.

Get Organized:

Get Parents to Volunteer:

Team Points Program
Team Volunteer Sign-Up Sheet (printout for team meeting use)
Team Volunteer Google Form (to submit once roles are filled)

Communicate the Rules:

Tools for Practices, Games, and Player Evaluation

These tools will help you stay organized throughout the season, from planning practices to managing game lineups. The player rating spreadsheet is required for the end-of-season evaluation, which ensures teams are balanced in the following season—one of AYSO's core principles.

Administrative Forms

These forms are essential for managing player participation and handling any incidents during the season. Use them as needed to ensure all necessary paperwork is completed and kept up to date.

Safety Information

Training Session Materials

AYSO Division Coaching Manuals

The links listed below are direct download links for AYSO Coaching Manuals. You must be logged in to your AYSO volunteer account prior to selecting the links. These manuals provide extensive information on all of the materials covered in your division training and certification, including very helpful age-appropriate training session techniques, activities, and skill-centered training plans.

You must be logged into AYSOU for these links to work!

6U Coaching Manual
8U Coaching Manual
10U Coaching Manual
12U Coaching Manual
14U (Intermediate) Coaching Manual
16U - 19U (Advanced) Coaching Manual