Coaching Resources

Rules of Play and Links

  • Levels: These correspond to a player's school grade in the Fall of a given year; U7 (“under 7”) is for 1st graders, U8 for 2nd graders, etc. up through U14 or 8th grade.

  • Practice Schedules: Practice schedules are distributed by team coaches 1-2 weeks before the season's first practice is held.

  • Rules of Play: U7 - U14. Check out the Rules of Play by age provided by the PYSA.

Spirit of Play - Positive Coaching Alliance

  • Generally, HWSC is focused on creating a fun environment for kids to play sports, and to create stronger links in the neighborhood.

  • HWSC has long partnered with the Positive Coaching Alliance to foster a positive environment. Throughout the year, training sessions will be organized to help coaches learn techniques and approaches.

  • A few highlights to remember:

    • Generally stick to the 5 to 1 rule. Five compliments for one criticism.

    • When observing drills, try to highlight what was done right; rather than what was done wrong.

Uniforms

  • All Hollywood Soccer Club U7 - U14 players are required to play in HWSC's uniform jersey.

  • Tursi Soccer, on Portland's East side (inside the Rose City Futsal building) sells jerseys and other uniform components. They offer a 15% discount on HWSC gear.

Team Equipment

  • HWSC will provide all the equipment (balls, goals, cones, pennies, etc) that you will need to work with your team. Don’t hesitate to contact the Director of Coaching or the President and request equipment that you think you need.

  • All players require shin guards.

  • Report lost or damaged equipment and we’ll see what we can do to replace or repair.

  • Remind players that the club has a supply of cleats for exchange or just for free that the players can use if they damage or grow out of their cleats during the season. We can try to set up a meeting to let them select another pair.

Practice and Game Planning

  • Coaching can be challenging! Please reach out to other coaches and to the board for help. Remember that the focus is on fun and teamwork so remember to go easy on yourself as well.

  • HWSC has a repository of practice plans. these should be sent out at the beginning of each season to the registered coaches. Contact the Director of Coaching or email us to get access to resource links.

  • Remember that the Play-Practice-Play format tends to keep kids engaged.