Coach Commitment Statement 2008/2009

Marin FC will provide coaches with the following:

• Fair and reasonable compensation as outlined in the Coach Pay Policy
• The opportunity to coach advanced-level, high school-aged players in a top-level club
• The opportunity to coach teams with high volume training and playing seasons (Marin FC coaches work during times of the year when younger teams are inactive)
• Support, assistance and timely communications from the Coach Administrator
• Administrative support for team management, scheduling, finances and registration

Marin FC expects the following commitment from coaches:

• Attendance at up to four coaches' meetings per year at no charge
• Demonstration of strong knowledge and teaching of the game of soccer, including technical, tactical, psychological, and fitness-related components, as appropriate for U14 and older elite players
• Demonstration of high standards of professionalism and ethical behavior
• Sportsmanship, self-control, and composure at all practices and games
• Provide each player with individualized feedback twice per year:  once by no later than September 15 (girls' teams) or no later than December 15 (boys' teams); and the second time by no later than April 15.  Feedback can be communicated once a year through one-on-one player/coach meetings, and once a year in writing (if preferred, through e-mail).  Coaches will be paid for up to 2 hours of time (at their hourly rate) for written feedback, and coaches will be paid for the actual time spent in 1-on-1 meetings
• Attendance of at least 90% of training sessions and at least 80% of games. The coach is responsible for finding a qualified replacement for games they cannot attend
• Punctuality and promptness at training sessions and games.  Coaches should be prepared to begin each practice and warm-up at the scheduled start time
• Clear communication with parents at least once per month during times when your team is in season.  Your communications can provide team progress reports and/or outline your goals and objectives for the team.  If preferred, coaches can hold parent €œconferences€ once per month after a game
• Timely, professional response to communications from the DOCC, team manager, and Marin FC Administration
• Coaches are expected to have their training program and competition calendar approved by DOCC.  Coaches' teams should not apply to any tournaments without first gaining approval from the Coach Administrator
• Coaches of Marin FC Girls teams are expected to implement ACL injury prevention program regularly with their teams