Volunteer Youth Soccer Coaches play a vital role in providing a fun, safe, and positive soccer experience for youth participants. Coaches work with Parks & Recreation staff to teach fundamental soccer skills, encourage teamwork and sportsmanship, and help young athletes build confidence both on and off the field.

This volunteer position is ideal for individuals who enjoy working with youth and want to give back to the community through sports. Coaching experience is helpful but not required—training, practice plans, and ongoing support are provided.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise team practices and games

• Teach basic soccer skills and rules in an age-appropriate manner

• Promote teamwork, respect, and good sportsmanship

• Ensure participant safety and follow program guidelines

• Communicate positively with players, parents/guardians, and staff

Time Commitment:
Seasonal commitment with practices and games held on scheduled weekdays.

Season dates: September 8th - October 19th (6 weeks, 12 games)

Division 1 (Ages 4-5): Tuesdays & Thursdays 5:45pm @ Edgewood Park

Division 2 (Ages 6-7): Mondays & Tuesdays 5:45pm @ Whiteville Rec center

Division 3 (Ages 8-9): Tuesdays & Thursdays 5:45pm @ Hospital Field

Division 4 (Ages 10-12): Mondays & Thursdays 5:45pm @ Missionary Alliance Field

Division 5 (Ages 13-15): Game days TBD, will be based on Middle School schedules

Registration will close on June 30th. Teams will be drafted by Coaches. Practices will be determined by coaches!

We would like to thank you for your continued support of our youth athletics programs.

Beginning this season, we will no longer offer individual team sponsorships. Instead, we are transitioning to a Division Sponsor format to provide greater visibility and recognition for our community partners throughout the season.

Division Sponsorships are available for $300 and will include:

• An individual business sign displayed at your selected division
• A sponsor plaque recognizing your support
• Recognition on the department’s Facebook page
• Recognition on the department website