Coaches and Managers
The information on this page is for Competitive teams (9U-19U)
Rec coaches will be provided information by the Rec Program Coordinators
- SMSL US Soccer Connect system for team management
- MYSA US Soccer Connect system for team management
Medical Release Form
Use this form for tournaments that require player medical release forms.
MYSA Background Check
MYSA requires coaches and managers who work with youth to complete a background check.
The link below takes you to the MYSA website with instructions.
https://www.mnyouthsoccer.org/player-safety/
Concussion and SafeSport Training
ALL COACHES AND MANAGERS MUST COMPLETE THE SAFESPORT AND CONCUSSION TRAINING.
Send questions to vp.league@mankatounited.org
Concussions in youth sports have taken on heightened importance. The CDC (Center for Disease Control) has implemented the Heads Up initiative to provide information on preventing, recognizing, and responding to a concussion
https://www.mnyouthsoccer.org/player-safety/
SafeSport training is mandatory for every adult participant within MYSA, including coaches, managers and administrators. The training covers three topics: mandatory reporting, sexual misconduct awareness education, and emotional and physical misconduct.
https://www.mnyouthsoccer.org/player-safety/
DIRECTIONS:
- Complete the training courses and the online quizzes.
- At the end of the course, you will be provided with a link to a certificate of completion (a pdf document). Type your name into the document.
- Save the document to your computer.
- Upload the document to PlayMetrics. After you are assigned to a team in US Soccer Connect you will also need to upload the certificates to your US Soccer Connect account.
Additional Information
Reimbursement Form
The club reimburses up to $1,100 for tournament costs during the spring season and $400 in the fall season. Please fill out the reimbursement form and email to treasurer@mankatounited.org.
Team Manager Handbook
View the handbook to learn how to create a roster, reschedule a game, request a player pass, etc.
Team Manager Info 2025
MYSA Weather Policy
All team coaches, team managers, and referees share responsibility for understanding and following the MYSA official weather policy.
- In the days leading up to games, coaches and team managers should monitor weather conditions and communicate early with families and opposing teams if travel or safety concerns arise.
- At game time, team officials are encouraged to maintain open communication with referees regarding weather conditions. Please note that the referee has final authority on any weather-related delays, suspensions, or cancellations.