Thief River Falls Soccer Association: Links
Minnesota Youth Soccer Association
MYSA site with links to information on coaching, referees, administration, league play results
US Youth Soccer Coaches Connection
Webpage with practice plans for U6/U8/U10/U12 age group coaches
US Youth Soccer Organization
Website for US Youth Soccer Organization with links for parents, coaches, players, referees, administrators.
Background Checks
Background checks must be done once a year, by all board members, coaches, and volunteers.
National Soccer Coaches Association of America
Several links on coaching and other soccer info.
Soccer Coach L manual
Several links to soccer coaching material.
Footy4kids
A site with lots of information for coaching young players including practice plans, teaching basic skills, first aid, nutrition, and much more.
The Coaching Corner
Coaching ideas on skills, forms for practice plans, etc.
Decatur Sports Soccer Drills
Lots of links to coaching and player info including links to videos that demonstrate different soccer moves.
The Federation International of Football Associations (FIFA)
This link takes you to info on the world soccer scene including world cup, men's, women's, youth soccer along with information on rules, etc.
MN Youth Soccer Assn. Coach and Health/Fitness Articles
Direct link to the coaching articles on the MYSA site. Lots of coaching plans and articles on health,nutrition, etc. Useful for coaches and parents.
Parent Education Program on Soccer
This link takes you to a parent education guide on soccer. It discusses why children play soccer, why they quit soccer or even sports in general and how parents can add to their fun. Successful "students" can print out a certificate of completion when they pass the test.
Minnesota Soccer Referee Committee
Utilize this link to register for referee clinics and referee information.
Matt's Plans
Lots of practice plans for all age groups as well as practice plans to build technical and tactical skills.
