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Coach Requirements – Before the Season Starts

To ensure a safe, positive, and compliant environment for all participants, all coaches, assistant coaches, managers, division heads, WSA Executive, and committee members must complete the following requirements before the season begins.

The first three steps MUST be completed before the first night of soccer. Anyone who has not completed these steps will NOT be permitted on the field.

1. Criminal Record Check (CRC) – Vulnerable Sector

All individuals in positions of trust must have a Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search that is valid within the past 2 years.

  • If this is your first season with Weyburn Soccer, you must provide a current CRC with Vulnerable Sector Search

  • If you are from Weyburn, complete your CRC through the Weyburn City Police

  • If you are outside Weyburn, please visit your nearest RCMP detachment

Important Notes:

  • This requirement applies to all:

    • Coaches

    • Assistant coaches (age 16+)

    • Team managers

    • Division heads

    • WSA Executive and committee members

  • Do not email your CRC to any Weyburn Soccer Executive

  • Your CRC must be uploaded during coach registration (Step 3)

Cost & Reimbursement

  • CRC cost: $10

  • Weyburn Soccer will fully reimburse this cost

  • Email your receipt to wsatreasurer@sasktel.net for reimbursement

2. Respect in Sport – Activity Leader

All coaches and team officials must complete Respect in Sport – Activity Leader within the past 5 years.

3. Register as a Coach with Weyburn Soccer (RAMP)

All coaches must register annually with Weyburn Soccer.

Coach Registration Portal:
https://www.rampregistrations.com/login?v3=cd610bbfc7

How to Register:

  • Log in as if registering your child

  • Select the Coach / Staff Registration tab

  • Follow the instructions carefully

  • Upload your Criminal Record Check during this process

Steps 1–3 MUST be completed before the first night of soccer. No exceptions.

4. Coach Education (Online Course)

If you are:

  • New to Weyburn Soccer

  • Coaching for the first time

  • Looking to advance your coaching education

The Technical Director will send you a link and access key to the appropriate online coaching course.

  • Courses are completed online, on your own time

  • Time commitment ranges from 1–5 hours, depending on the course assigned

5. Coach Orientation & On-Field Training

To be fully certified as a Weyburn Soccer coach, you must attend:

  • A WSA Coach Orientation

  • An on-field practical session (required for new coaches or those who have updated their coach education)

All coaches are strongly encouraged to attend orientation each year, as coaching standards and information continue to evolve.

The Technical Director will provide dates and times for these sessions.

6. Coach Resources & Curriculum Access

Once registered, the Technical Director will provide:

  • A username and password to access:

    • WSA curriculum

    • Full-season lesson plans

    • Coach resources and support materials

Coaches are asked to review these materials prior to the first night of soccer or before coach orientation.

Safe Sport & Coaching Standards

All coaches must meet Saskatchewan Soccer Association (SSA) Minimum Coaching Standards and Safe Sport requirements.

SSA Minimum Coaching Standards & Safe Sport Roster:
https://sasksoccer.com/content/minimum-coaching-standards-and-safe-sport-roster

Support from the Technical Director

The role of the Technical Director is to ensure your coaching experience is positive, supported, and successful.

Support includes:

  • Answering questions

  • Providing guidance and mentorship

  • On-field support

  • Sharing experience and resources

Contact:
Tyler Hillstead
Technical Director – Weyburn Soccer
wsatechdirector@sasktel.net
306-861-7722

Thank you for committing your time and energy to Weyburn Soccer. Your role as a coach has a lasting impact on our players and our community.