Becoming a Volunteer House League Coach - 

Have You Considered Coaching Youth House League Soccer?

Did you know that all OSC House League coaches are volunteers and no formal soccer or coaching experience is necessary? All volunteer coaches require to get involved is a positive attitude, enthusiasm, and a willingness to learn! 

As a volunteer at OSC you are provided with a coach’s tool kit that will ensure that you, along with your team, have a soccer season that is both fun and enjoyable! OSC is proud to provide free Coach Education Workshops as well as communication templates, warm-ups, and many more valuable resources to ensure your coaching experience is as enjoyable as possible. 

How to Become a Coach

• All coaches must complete the Volunteer Coach Application Form to begin the process to become a House League Coach. 
• Coaches must be 15 years of age or older, and a minimum 3 years older than the age group they are coaching.
• Any coach under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a guardian at all times (the guardian’s information must be listed on the application form).
  
  A current Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) is required for coaches who are 18 years of age or older. Once you have provided the original copy of your Vulnerable Sector Check to OSC, you will be reimbursed for the full cost. The Vulnerable Sector Check is good for two years and must valid up until the end of the season (i.e. the VSC can’t expire in March if the season you are coaching goes until April) . 

Coaches automatically have their child placed on their on their team and get one additional player request. If the coach assistant/co-coach has a child, that child will be the additional player request. 

Click here to create/log in to your account
and fill out the team official application

2022 Summer Outdoor House League Soccer - Season Timeline

Before Season Begins

1. Complete the Volunteer Coach Application.
2. After confirmation of coaching from OSC, complete any additional requirements, including obtaining a Vulnerable Sector Check (if applicable) & Respect in Sport Certification.
3. Pick up and distribute equipment to your team.
4. Send a communication to your team introducing yourself and with additional information including your team number and sponsor, schedule a pre-season meeting time to distribute uniforms. OSC can provide a template for use for this communication.

Season Begins

1. Communicate with your team regarding your schedule and any other events taking place throughout the season
2. Attend all games scheduled by OSC for the season
   - Helpful tip: Ask all the parents on your team if anyone wants to be an assistant coach if you do not have one already. 
3. Ensure your players are having FUN - have a positive and enthusiastic attitude, provide positive feedback, and ensure players are getting equal playing time
4. Pass along information to your team that is sent to you by OSC throughout the season.

After Season

1. Thank your team for a great season!
2. Complete player evaluations for your players (U6+). Once completed, return/send these evaluations to OSC. 
3. Sign up to coach again!

In each age group, a volunteer coach’s role may vary, however the most important aspect in all age groups is to have fun!

Please take a look at the charts below to see the specific coaching requirements in each division:

Click here to create/log in to your account
and fill out the team official application

If you have any questions, please contact Leah Sherrett, Youth House Leauge Coordinator by email at lsherrett@oakvillesoccer.ca