AYSO and the US Soccer Foundation are excited to present a free virtual version of the US Soccer Foundation’s Coach-Mentor Certification. This training helps volunteers embody what every coach should be: a welcoming, supportive, positive, and educational figure in our children’s life. Using a sports-based mentoring framework, this this certification course presents a step-by-step approach to create lasting, positive connections that address the physical, social, and emotional health of the youth we work with. This is the course that every coach should take, whether new to the game, or an old pro.

Date and Time: Wednesday, March 20th from 7:00-9:00PM EST Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAldOiurzwoGdQVzY66TdA_pMaIWFgxPXMQ

Here is a quick summary about the AYSO and US Soccer Foundation partnership to host Coach-Mentor Training. If you would like to learn more check out this article. 

The American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) has teamed up with the U.S. Soccer Foundation to offer a new training program for AYSO coaches, focusing on social and emotional skills and positive youth development practices. The aim is to train 15,000 youth coaches by June 2025 using the Foundation’s Coach-Mentor Training, which is part of AYSO's commitment to providing a holistic experience for players and families. This initiative will include both online and in-person training sessions and will emphasize mentorship, empathy, and the development of social and emotional skills in young athletes. The program also seeks to prepare coaches to effectively support youth from under-resourced communities and to foster a positive, diverse team culture. This collaboration reflects AYSO and the U.S. Soccer Foundation's shared dedication to enriching the youth soccer experience nationwide.