WYSL is proud to offer coaching education opportunities from our nationally recognized coaching education leaders: The US Soccer Coaching License pathway and United Soccer Coaches Coaching Diplomas. The pathway you choose is ultimately a personal preference, based on your level of experience, the age groups you are currently coaching, and the age groups you plan to coach in the future.
Both pathways service the U8 4v4 model, U9-U10 7v7 model, U11-U12 9v9 model, and U13+ 11v11 model, and will qualify towards your coaching requirements for the League. The WYSL prides itself on bringing the convenience of choosing which courses you prefer based on your schedule and availability.
License Course Recommendations for Clubs and Coaches:
U.S. SOCCER
All coaches must begin at the Introduction to Grassroots Coaching License or meet the following waiver requirements:
U.S. Soccer Entry Points and Waiver Requirements
UNITED SOCCER COACHES
Coaches with little or no experience may begin their educational journey by beginning with the 4v4, 7v7/9v9 or 11v11 diplomas. Coaches with significant playing experience and/or coaching experience may begin with the National Diploma.
4v4
7v7/9v9
11v11/pre-National