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Coaching Pathway

VSC Coaching Requirements

Pre-season


RequirementFrequency
Link
SAYSoccer Background ScreeningAnnually, prior to start of Fall season SAYSoccer Background Screening 
NFHS Sudden Cardiac Arrest CourseAnnually, prior to start of Fall season Sudden Cardiac Arrest Course
U.S. SafeSport Certification
-Enrollment Key: JJFAQsQPWNRj01edWcPr
(click here for instructions)
Once every 5 years, then annually after 90 minute training is completed U.S. SafeSport
NFHS Concussion TrainingEvery 3 years NFHS Concussion Training
USFF Introduction to Grassroots CoachingOnce USSF Introduction to Grassroots Coaching
 Attend VSC Preseason Coaches MeetingPrior to start of each season(Details below)


Forward certificates from the courses above to [email protected] with the subject "Preseason Coaching Requirements".

It will also be required for coaches to attend the following meetings.

NWISL Coaches Meeting
(Head Coaches)
VSC Pre-Season Coaches Meeting
(ALL Coaches)
Location:   Virtual for spring 2026Location: Valparaiso Public Library,
Meeting Room A,
103 Jefferson St, Valparaiso, IN 46383
Date: TBD (Spring 2026)
Date: February 18, 2026 -- 6:00 - 7:00 PM,
February 22, 2026 -- 2:00 - 3:00 PM



Post-season


Once our season is complete, the following requirements will need to be met:

ALL GEAR (Balls, Pinnies, Cones, Gear Bag) will need to be returned for evaluation 
"Intent to Return" form filled out and returned
(will be sent to coaches via email before end of the season)


If you have any questions regarding the Coaching Pathway, please reach out to us at [email protected].

 

Contact

Valpo Soccer Club
250 N 400 E 
Valparaiso, Indiana 46383

Email: [email protected]

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