EA SPORTS BC SOCCER PREMIER LEAGUE TWO YEAR

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
PROCESS AND OBJECTIVES
LEAGUE REVIEW
● Mission Statement
● Core Principles
● Development Objectives
● Partnerships
DEVELOPMENT STRUCTURE
● Long Term Player Development and Player Pathway
● Program and League Platform
● Technical Leadership
KEY OBSERVATIONS
● Harmony and Regional Partnerships
● Relationship Building
● Threats and Challenges
PERFORMANCE ANALYSIS
● Overview
● Four Pillars of Development (Technical, Tactical, Physical, Mental)
● Positional Capacities
● Coaching Philosophy and Program Analysis
COACH DEVELOPMENT
● Working Environment
● Licensing
● Ongoing Education and Mentoring
● Female Development
PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT
● Goalkeeping Development
● Physical Development
● Psychological Development
● Parent Education
EXPANDED RECOMMENDATIONS
INTRODUCTION OF CLUB PERFORMANCE CRITERIA REVIEW
Two Year Technical Review
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Executive Summary
The following two year technical review of the EA Sports BC Soccer Premier League has been created to
provide all stakeholders, which include the governing bodies of soccer in Canada, regional professional
club partner, member clubs, district executives, coaches, players and parents an opportunity to receive
technically focused feedback and recommendations as it pertains to the creation of the High
Performance program and league.
The findings provide an overview of the vast achievements and the technical development advancements
seen in the areas of player, coach, training and competition environments. It will include the status of the
current environment and recommendations as it relates to the growth and improvement of the high
performance stream of activity within British Columbia.
Where were we?
Fact…
● Worldwide training of players is becoming more sophisticated while we stubbornly cling to
outdated traditions!
● The environment of the high performance player was not good enough
● The pathway was clouded with numerous obstacles
● Talented youth players are stretched too thin
● Too many games
● Not enough good games/competition
● Limited and low number of training sessions
● No required standards set / met for coaches
● The call for harmonization and the scientific data and technical research and recommendations
were ignored
Where are we now?
Fact…
✓ With the partnership of the Canadian Soccer Association, Long Term Player Development Vision,
technical guidance and service from BC Soccer and the Vancouver Whitecaps FC the high
performance player and coach are provided with cutting edge technical information
✓ The clustering of high performance players and the effect of stage specific educated coaches has
raised the quality of the training environment
✓ A top down lead…clear pathway has been established
✓ The establishment of a program wide annual periodized plan for the HP environment continues to
coordinate the HP players activities including a recognized match play and approved threshold
✓ The overall environment and quality within matches has vastly improved
✓ Required training ratios has established minimum standards clubs have met but has challenged
the member club to meet even a greater standard for the future
✓ Leading the way in coach development with the introduction of long term mandatable standards
✓ Continued challenges exist with the establishment of true harmonization
✓ Increased knowledge has advanced the acceptance, understanding and implementation of critical
player development information and the setting of key objectives
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The overall findings provides an opportunity for those who have positively influenced the HP environment
within British Columbia to truly celebrate those achievements which have come in the initial two (2) years
of the EA Sports BC Soccer Premier League existence.
Some of the key successes would include the following;
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The creation of the EA Sports BC Soccer Premier League with its technical leadership,
administrative and governance leadership has established itself as the key delivery vehicle for HP
stream in British Columbia
The professional training, leadership and essential HP influence on 1500+ male and female
players annually within program and League platforms
95 players in 2012 - 2014 selected to Whitecaps FC Residency Program and Girls Elite Program
277 players in 2013 influenced within the BC Soccer Provincial Development Program
80+ players in 2013 graduating from league to continue education and playing with a
university/college soccer program
17 players in 2013 selected to Canadian National Youth Team program
96% of EA Sports BC Soccer Premier League head coaches met the minimum standard of B
Provincial “Certified Status” or recognized equivalent for 2014
However it should be noted that the report also keenly identifies areas in which all stakeholders must
demonstrate a true commitment to the overall improvement as it relates to a number of the overall key
player and coach development needs and the required competencies to meet our development objectives
moving forward.
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In addition the report highlights the need for all stakeholders to display advanced sense and commitment
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to the “PLAYER 1 ” mentality and vigilantly lead the journey to the new age of high performance player
development within British Columbia.
We play soccer for different reasons…because it is enjoyable and healthy, because we enjoy and
demand advanced competition and training, because we want to expand and enhance our relationships
with other players and coaches and because we want long term success on numerous levels.
However beyond those elements we know that there is an interest and aim to win!
We acknowledge this is a key component of our mandate but it must not highjack the true development
focus which sits squarely on the established core principles of the program and the player advancement
opportunities. These are essential for the long term success of HP programming and the delivery of
players to the next level of play which should be our key objective!
Where do we need to be?
It was the goal of this report to shine light on the need for all stakeholders to strive for improvement in key
areas while educating those involved as it pertains to avoiding the following;
1. Any unhealthy focus on winning too early and short term analysis
2. Lack of understanding and importance as it relates to tactical growth within a unit and team
3. Overtraining and calendar congestion
4. Clubs, programs and coaches seeing every game and players lack of performance on one
particular day as a threat to the success of that club or coach
5. Lack of development patience
6. Lack of commitment, prioritization and research to the improve and enhance a player's training
environment as a priority
7. Not addressing the continued need for ongoing parent and coaching leadership requirements.
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Overview of Key “Recommendations” to Advance EA Sports BC Soccer Premier
League Program and High Performance Stream
Key Observations - All stakeholders to focus on creating a new and improved working / partnership
environment which will assist in bridging the gaps within the structure and meeting the overall mandate of
the high performance league. EA Sports BC Soccer Premier League member clubs to establish action
plans surrounding an internal review, creation, modifying and support of the operational delivery of the
required player and coaching development services as a high performance partner.
Performance Analysis - Technical leads to better utilize existing age specific technical curriculum
striving to focus more attention on meeting the objectives within the training environment and recognizing
the importance of coach influence for the players’ required development needs. EA Sports BC Soccer
Premier League member clubs to develop inter club, player centred activities to better utilize training
space and focus on the required tactical needs of “the player” as it relates to units and the team.
Coach Development - Technical Directors in conjunction with BC Soccer and its soccer development
department to establish long term coaching education plans to create succession plans and prepare
coaches for future appointments effectively. The EA Sports BC Soccer Premier League member clubs to
introduce in depth female education and recruitment programs to enhance the introduction and
advancement of female coach development.
Program Development - EA Sports BC Soccer Premier League member clubs will be required to provide
annual evidence of their overall commitment to ongoing development, prioritization and deliver on ALL
requirements within Technical Operations Manual to the level required within the high performance
stream by the 2015 season on and off the field. These member clubs to establish early parent education
programming and access to program / league information.
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Following the overall analysis of the current high performance landscape within British Columbia and with
the completion of the EA Sports BC Soccer Premier League 2 Year Technical Review. It will be brought
to the attention of the BC Soccer High Performance Development Committee that no expansion of the EA
Sports BC Soccer Premier League is recommended at this time.
Further details of all the recommendations from the EA Sports BC Soccer Premier League 2 Year
Technical Review are outlined on pages 29 and 30 of the report.
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Process & Objectives
In the process of establishing the EA Sports BC Soccer Premier League it was agreed a comprehensive
technical review of the selected member clubs performance and their current ability to meet the
recognized standards as it relates to the technical operations manual must be undertaken.
It was agreed this review would take place in support of the recognized high performance development
pathway and following the first two (2) years of operations of the EA Sports BC Soccer Premier League.
This report was targeted for consumption by its stakeholders, BC Soccer membership and the interested
public.
The creation of this report has been inclusive, extensive and provides for honesty within its evaluation of
the EA Sports BC Soccer Premier League. We thank those who have contributed to the findings.
The process of the review involved the following three (3) key steps;
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Gathering all technical review information from BC Soccer and its Soccer Development staff
Requesting feedback from the technical directors of the EA Sports BC Soccer Premier League
Meeting with and gathering feedback from all key stakeholders;
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Canadian Soccer Association
Vancouver Whitecaps FC
Supporting Member Clubs
It was the overall objective of the process to receive, review and present essential development focused
observations and to produce vital recommendations to advance the EA Sports BC Soccer Premier
League which the technical oversight envision as paramount to long term growth and player centred
success of the high performance stream of development.
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League Review
Mission Statement
It is the goal of BC Soccer to continue to be committed to a comprehensive approach to improve player
development in British Columbia, ultimately, to make Canada a stronger soccer nation. Part of the broadbased plan is the creation and development of a High Performance League in BC supported by a
technical sub - committee which will have the responsibility to guide and advise the league as it relates to
all matters of a technical nature.
The members of this recognized sub-committee will include the technical staff of BC Soccer’s soccer
development department, a technical representative(s) of each member club and a member(s) of the
Vancouver Whitecaps FC technical staff.
The EA Sports BC Soccer Premier League will deliver on the following key development initiatives:
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Support CSA’s “Player First” mentality and it’s Long Term Player Development strategy
Harmonize all high performance levels of programming
Eliminates congestion and provides greater clarity for all stakeholders
Work within existing and supporting structures
Drive improvements to all aspects of high performance soccer
In addition the EA Sports BC Soccer Premier League is built on the following guiding core principles of
development;
Core Principles
1. To allow players to further develop their skills in an environment, this includes other technically
advanced players playing within a competitive and demanding atmosphere.
2. To enhance the technical and tactical components of the players game through extensive on and
off field training and education.
3. To provide the players with access to certified and experienced and professional levels of
coaching.
4. To provide the players specific guidance in the areas of diet and nutrition, mental preparation,
physical fitness and post-secondary education.
5. To provide leadership and information on life skills and promote the importance of commitment to
excellence and citizenship.
6. To provide a healthy and safe training environment to ensure responsible and sustainable
development of the player.
Development Objectives
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Provide an elevated level of competition for high performance players within BC
Provide a strong contribution to player development for the Canadian National Team level of
play
Provide a recognized pathway for players to be identified for BC Soccer Provincial Teams
Program, Canadian University, US Colleges and Universities and ultimately the Professional
level of play with the Vancouver Whitecaps FC of Major League Soccer.
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Partnerships
Development Partners
Corporate Partners
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Development Structure
Long Term Player Development
LTPD is a vision for soccer player development, training, competition, and recovery based on biological
age (i.e. physical maturity) rather than chronological age. It is player centred, coach driven, and
administration, sport science, and sponsor supported.
LTPD:
Benefits for coaches & clubs:
• Eliminates gaps in the player development
system.
• Guides planning for optimal athletic
performance at all stages.
• Provides a framework for program alignment
and integration, from volunteer club coaches to
national and professional teams.
• Follows scientific principles and practical
coaching experiences.
• Information and education on effective
coaching and practice methods.
• Guidelines for appropriate game structures.
• Guidelines on appropriate competition levels.
• Established pathways for player development
for all levels of ability and ambition.
• Affirmation of best practices for coaches and
club administrators.
Benefits for all:
Benefits for players & parents:
• Better understanding of what makes a good
soccer program.
• More players learning at their level and having
fun.
• Appropriate game and league structures (e.g.
size of balls, goals, field etc.).
• More opportunity for players to realize their
athletic potential.
• More coaches who are knowledgeable in
leading safe, effective practices.
• Competitive behavior is fostered in players,
while over-competitive behavior is discouraged
in adults (E.g. coaches and parents).
• Players, parents, coaches, and administrators
understand that players are unique and
therefore different in interest and aptitude.
• Players stay involved in the sport throughout
their lives (as players, coaches, referees or club
administrators).
• Soccer grows, and lifelong wellness is
promoted for players of all ages, genders, and
levels of ability and disability.
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Program and League Platform
Technical Leadership
EA Sports BC Soccer Club Technical Directors
The benefits continue to evolve through the creation of the EA Sports BC Soccer Premier League
Technical Sub-Committee. This technical leadership and oversight is critical to the advancements and
focus required to continue to act as a beacon for the HP stream in British Columbia.
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The leadership group includes:
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Eight (8) Technical Directors of member clubs of the EA Sports BC Soccer Premier League
BC Soccer Technical and Development Staff
Vancouver Whitecaps FC Technical Staff
General Manager of EA Sports BC Soccer Premier League
To enhance the environment and promote a global perspective as it relates to this groups oversight it is
essential they remember their roles and responsibilities to act with Impartiality and Confidentiality and
work towards the greater interests of the player and not their own club in isolation.
In addition to the value seen by establishing monthly meetings for this group, the technical focused
strategic goals should continue to include the following;
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Provide feedback and technical focused updates on the program / league
The setting of phase based key objectives
Report on Provincial Development program and HP Programming
Report on Vancouver Whitecaps FC Academy activities
Report on CSA National Team programming
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Key Observations
Harmony, Regional Partnerships
“Organizations (Clubs, National Associations, Development Programming) who are not unified on positions of the
team…are in danger of cliques and self interest groups prevailing over the team! An organization who ignores such
advice risk becoming embroiled in power struggles which will ultimately undermine the teams overall goals”
Rinus Michels - Architect of the Dutch Philosophy of “Total Football”
In the process of evaluating and assessing our strengths and weaknesses as it pertains to the
establishment of the HP stream of play and the coinciding development platform within British Columbia
we continued to ask ourselves the following question…
“Have we as community of soccer people always made our development decisions based on the player’s
interests 1st and foremost?”
Contrary to what the program leadership see as a true belief in answering this question correctly, we
continue to witness a lack unanimous support of this statement both on and off the field of play.
The commitment to this mandate should not be seen as a mythical or secretive stance in support of the
recognized process but one we must continue to remind ourselves of within all of our duties on and off the
field of play.
The ultimate goal is to achieve higher levels of performance through a properly mapped-out delivery
system which includes progression planning, organized training, and evaluation and competition
platforms. It is the hope that this will eliminate the random approach and highlight the services the
“Player” requires.
Relationship Building
The commitment to this mindset and opportunities to enhance it would be benefited by the recommended
introduction of the following relationship building initiatives;
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Quarterly Partnership Meetings with EA Sports BC Soccer Premier League and Metro Selects
League and regional supporting leagues
The introduction EA Sports BC Soccer Premier League member club and regional partner club
workshops
The establishment of coaching workshops and work experiences with regional partners clubs
Establish EA Sports BC Soccer Premier League and partners club technical focused declaration
for public awareness
EA Sports BC Soccer Premier League and BC Soccer hosting of Governance and Board member
seminar on the benefits of HP partnerships
All constituents must know and support the key message that the “Players make the difference”…it is
as simple as that and it should be our guiding force as we strive to improve!
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Key Threats and Challenges
Current Level
Recommended Level
Unbalanced training times limited space to provide
appropriate training environment
Consistent weekly delivery minimum half
(1/2) field per team
Player Costs
Varied cost to service ratio league wide
Standardized fees across the league
Female
Programming
Insufficient full population of teams and limited coach
appointments
Full representation at all age groups and an
increase in female Head Coaches and
mentorship
Lacks consistent support from regional leagues resulting in
a dependence on permitting and current rules are
restrictive for efficient player movement
Fully supported culture surrounding the
overall integrated player pathway
Facilities
Player Movement
& Regional
League Relations
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Performance Analysis
Overview
In the overall performance analysis of the EA Sports BC Soccer Premier League, the focus was placed
on the following factors in shaping our process and identifying an overarching set of guidelines for the
review.
This provided for an opportunity to highlight the following essential elements within these factors which
should be featured in the any of the member clubs technical implementation planning and act as core
strategies within their coaching staff.
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As a key reminder to all the diagram below provides the overview of the age specific relationship between
the individual and the collective as it relates to the ongoing assessment and our interest in “TALENT
IDENTIFICATION”.
In addition to the overall analysis there was a heavy focus on the entry and younger age groups to
ascertain the long term needs and current development environment we found within the EA Sports BC
Soccer Premier League.
This also provided as guide to all aspects within the performance analysis within the four pillars of
development.
Talent Identification vs Competition
The table below provides further details on some of the key observations which were gathered during
these evaluations, assessments and performance analysis within the entry level of the EA Sports BC
Soccer Premier League.
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Four Pillars of Development
It is crucial that we identify the main priorities pertaining to the development of players within these stages
so curriculum delivery becomes consistent throughout the league serving as a vehicle for player
advancement. The following pillars of development are broken down to highlight some of the valuable
points relating to a player’s progress.
During the process of collaboration between the BC Soccer Development Staff and the Technical SubCommittee members, below is a summary of what were among the common observations and feedback
received relating to technical and tactical deficiencies across players in the league.
As it relates to more in depth analysis, see key competencies that are required by players more often and
more consistently within the high performance stages of development (STAGE 4 & 5).
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Technical
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The individualization of skills training to
address player’s strengths and
weaknesses.
Consistency being displayed in
performing skills and techniques within
games; control, passing, dribbling and
shooting of the ball.
Perform skills within competitive
conditions.
Player should be developing skills and
techniques through tactical links.
Player should display positional
awareness as it relates to the position of
the ball and the opposition.
Player understands the importance of
quality passing and possession with a
higher degree of ball control within the
game.
Tactical
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Player is introduced to the early stages
of tactical preparation.
Player can understand and implement
key team principles and team shape.
Displaying ability to support and show
for the ball with an essence of timing,
angles and off the ball running.
Displaying effectiveness in playing in
small sided games within training.
Play in 11v11 format of games.
Introduction of more advanced
attack/defending concepts.
Play in a variety of positions within the
field of play.
Understanding of the rules of the game.
Begin to read and understand the game
and the concepts of width and depth.
Physical
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Player focused on his/her general and
balanced physical conditioning.
Aerobic training should be a priority for
the players conditioning.
Focused flexibility training.
Monitored strength training prioritized for
players.
Players should be focusing on soccer
specific conditioning needs.
Players understand and implement
different components of their fitness
schedule.
Focus on posture in and out of training.
Musculoskeletal evaluations can begin
with players.
Body should be displaying continued
shoulder, elbow, core and ankle and
spine stability.
Mental
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Mental preparation programming can be
advanced with the introduction
additional concepts; Goal setting
medium and long term, concentration,
competitiveness, visualization and
relaxation techniques.
Basic anxiety control is being displayed.
Understanding and demonstration of a
balanced winning vs. losing mentality.
Players should be using training and
time management materials; logbook
and day timers.
Players should be discussing and
dealing with social challenges; alcohol
culture, peer pressure, school, jobs and
relationships.
Interpersonal skills should be advancing
with the understanding of the overall
team concept.
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Positional Player Capacities
It is vital that coaches and players alike are familiar with general to specific information as it relates to
his/her roles and responsibilities on the field. The following capacities should be reinforced in training and
match play in order for progress to occur with ongoing feedback provided to players.
Goalkeepers
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To be the last line of defense and stop the ball going into the goal
To help control and defend the space between the goalkeeper and the rest of the defenders
To combine and cooperate with other defenders and other teammates (i.e. at set pieces).
Be the ‘eyes’ for those who are defending in the defending third of the field
To start and attacks in the defending third of the field
To take the pressure off the team with sound decision making & composure
Fullbacks
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To help control and defend the space between the goalkeeper and the defense
To combine and cooperate with other defenders
To support and cover fellow central defenders
To prevent strikes at goal from opponents from crosses and shots within 30 yards of goal
To provide a wide outlet for the goalkeeper to pass
To start and progress attacks in the defending and middle third of the field
Centre Backs
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To control and defend the space between the goalkeeper and the central defenders
To combine and cooperate with other defenders
To support and cover fellow central defenders and full backs
To prevent strikes at goal from opponents from crosses and shots within 30 yards of goal
To provide an outlet for the goalkeeper to pass centrally
To start and progress attacks in the defending and middle third of the field
Wide Attackers (Fwd/Mid)
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To provide a constant link between the defenders & the attacking players
To combine and cooperate with central midfield players, (interchanging of positions & passes)
To combine with full backs & central defenders and forwards
To support and cover fellow midfielders and for defenders who drive into midfield
To provide a constant wide outlet for the defenders to pass to.
To support the defenders from the front & support the attackers from behind
To pose a threat on the opponents goal
Centre Midfielders
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To provide a constant link between the defenders & the attacking players
To combine and cooperate with wide midfield players, full backs & central defenders
To combine with forwards and other attacking players
To support and cover fellow midfielders and for defenders who drive into midfield
To provide a constant outlet for the defenders to pass to.
To support the defenders from the front & support the attackers from behind
To pose a threat on the opponents goal
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Strikers
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To operate as the most forward of attacking players
To operate in front and behind the oppositions defence
To assess & move into goal scoring positions whenever there is a chance of delivery
To create goal scoring opportunities for team mates
To be a persistent ‘outlet’ for defending & midfield players in possession
To control & keep possession of the ball to ensure that attacking play can continue
To delay & try to stop attacking play building up amongst the opposition defenders
Coaching Philosophy and Program Analysis
In order to analyse performance, programming and planning for what’s ahead, club technical leads and
team coaches need to reflect on specific questions to help them identify how they can progress, by asking
some of the following areas of implementation, for example:
1. What did we learn last season about performing in this League and what are our expectations for
this season?
2. What must we not lose in the way we play but what must we stop doing?
3. What will the personality of this season’s team be?
4. What will be the anticipated issues on/off field coming up this season?
5. What can we do to ‘freshen up’ our environment, coaching and communication?
6. What can improve us – physically, technically, tactically, and mentally?
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Coach Development
Working Environment
All coaches should share and work towards a unified vision of quality player development which
embraces strong values and sound competencies. This shared aim is to use the power of soccer to build
a better future using the established league delivering on high performance. Coaches’ values should be
responsive to the needs of players and soccer in general. By being open to new ideas and receptive of
other views, one can be confident in delivering on technical leadership and the approach of a unified
player development model. The environment that is created should be inclusive while encouraging
everyone to enjoy this great game. Everyone must be accountable to those they work with and to the
soccer community at large. On a daily basis, coaches need to be challenging themselves and those
around them to bring out the best in players.
All member clubs should be reminded of the importance of the following best practices within the
coaching environment and that effectiveness;
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Head Coaches committed to leading one (1) team
Avoid appointment of parent coaches
Establish two (2) year cycles for age group succession for all coaches
The passion for the game needs to be evident sharing competencies within the areas of leadership and
responsibility while showing direction. Communication should influence the atmosphere contributing to
the game while demonstrating achievements along the way. In the pursuit of excellence, the approach
should be innovative while appreciating the significance of one’s ongoing coach educational
opportunities.
Therefore, it is recommended that all member clubs of the EA Sports BC Soccer Premier League support
the promotion of their coaches within coaching development opportunities such as BC Soccer Provincial
Development Program and additional HP environments.
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Licensing
League Coaching Standards
Acknowledging the feedback from the Technical Directors regarding the challenges surrounding
certification standards for the league, the following chart has been designed to recognize the various
levels of coach education and its progression. This consideration pertains to Head Coaches while
reaching for the goal of supporting Canadian coach education at a minimum B License National “Certified
Status” level in the future. For example, in 2014 a Head Coach may be appointed to a team who has
completed the training component of the B Provincial yet may or may not have been successful in his/her
assessments.
This coach would need to complete the requirements of a pass in order to move forward into the B
National level. Where foreign Equivalency is concerned, unless the formal application is approved by the
CSA, a coach would not hold any designation within Canada (as per CSA policy). The NSCAA diplomas
are being acknowledged for their content despite no formal assessments pertaining to a pass or fail
scenario.
In 2015, equivalency and NSCAA is straight forward while coaches may be appointed who have been
trained at the B National level with the goal of becoming certified in the future.
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Of the head coaches listed on the BCSPL registration for the 2014 league, 96% of EA Sports BC
Soccer Premier League head coaches met the minimum standard of B Provincial “Certified
Status” or recognized equivalent for 2014
In order to impose standards while being flexible at this point, the remaining 4% were granted
special dispensation to meet the required standard within the 2014 calendar year
In light of the 2015 League standards for Head Coaches, BC Soccer’s coach development
department monitored the selection process for this year’s B License National course giving
priority and opportunity to those coaches within the league who were striving towards attaining
this level
Ongoing Coach Education and Mentoring
In order to secure successful coaching progression planning for the health of the League and each
independent Club, it is strongly advisable that the following points are considered and addressed on an
annual basis respective to the annual plan and timelines. Here are the following recommendations:
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Retain the coaches that are in place now to provide planned progression for the following year to
meet the unified goals for coaching standards and beyond
Whether recruiting from Assistant coaches or new coaches on the horizon, get them into the
pathway as early as possible as there is only so much that can be done realistically in the event
of a last minute situation
Acquire the inventory needs at the Assistant coach level and host a Soccer for Life for large
groups of coaches (over 15) or encourage them register for independent courses elsewhere in
the province as posted on the BC Soccer registration database
It is also recommended that coach mentoring initiatives should be created and offered by the EA Sports
BC Soccer Premier League Member Clubs for aspiring coaches.
The framework needs to establish this opportunity surrounding a team environment during the league
season. This opportunity should provide the chance for coaches to develop through program
experiences, for example, on field training involvement, competitive match engagement and off field
preparation participation. The aim of this type of program is to prepare coaches for the demands of
coaching at various levels with increased responsibilities as well as preparing them to advance through
the National Certification Pathway.
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Female Coach Development Initiatives
It should be a priority that all EA Sports BC Soccer Premier League member clubs provide opportunities
for a selected group of female coaches to work closely with coaches within the EA Sports BC Soccer
Premier League and gender specific program years. This will assist in meeting the objective of having a
female coach with each female team.
The goal of this initiative is to create an atmosphere where by these coaches may learn in a high
performance, exciting, educational and safe environment. It is the hope this experience will encourage
them to continue their path of development as a coach and make a commitment to a lifelong
involvement in the coaching of players at all levels of play within British Columbia.
In addition, establishing partnerships with local University and College Female Soccer programs is
highly recommended as a means to help foster and target potential female candidatures suitable for
mentorship programs and access to early coach education.
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Program Development
Goalkeeping Development
During the review process, consultations were conducted with all clubs Goalkeeper Coaches about their
perspective club Goalkeeping Programs These consultations covered the following three components:
Training Environment
Most clubs are conducting between 1-2 GK Specific Technical Sessions per week. Greater emphasis is
now needed on having the Club Goalkeeper Coaches available to attend team sessions to aid the
Keepers in match like scenarios to improve overall decision making. The Goalkeeper Coaches can also
be a key figure in helping the team coach with overall tactical sessions and evaluating the goalkeeper’s
role within the team. More consistent feedback/communication is needed between the Goalkeeper
Coaches and the Goalkeepers in the training Environment. What is lacking league wide is ongoing
positional specific coaching education to provide team coaches an idea of how to handle the goalkeepers
if and when the Goalkeeper Coach may not be present at team sessions.
Training Environment Requirements
● Continued or increased Goalkeeper Technical Sessions provided for the Goalkeepers
● Goalkeeper coaches present at Team sessions and assist the team coaches with planning,
organization and implementation of team tactical sessions
● Goalkeeper Coaches present at Team Sessions to assist the Goalkeepers in match like training
scenarios
● More consistent feedback needed between Goalkeeper Coaches and Goalkeepers within the
training environment.
● Ongoing club coaching education to educate the coaches of what can be done with the
Goalkeepers if and when the Goalkeeper coach is not present at Team Training.
Match Day Environment
Big area of concern for Goalkeepers in general is the lack of support they receive on match day. Too
often the Goalkeepers are left alone to prepare for the match without any coaches assistance, as a High
Performance League this is something that needs to be addressed.
Match Day Environment Requirements
● Goalkeeper Coaches consulted on Goalkeeper selection for matches
● Goalkeeper coaches present on Match days to assist Goalkeeper prepare physically for the
matches
● Goalkeeper coaches to aid in post-match analysis
● On-going evaluation of Goalkeepers in Match Play
● Club Wide Pre-Match Warm Up Routine provided by Goalkeeper Coach given to the team
coaches to assist the Goalkeepers with pre-game physical preparation if and when the
Goalkeeper Coach cannot be present.
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Evaluation Environment
Positional Specific knowledge is needed and should be utilized in all aspects of the club, including
evaluations and re-evaluations, ongoing scouting, evaluations and assessments of the Clubs and partner
clubs goalkeepers (key area at U12 the GK’s coming into the league) and establishing club wide
Goalkeeping criteria.
Goalkeeping Evaluation Requirements
● Club Goalkeeper coaches present throughout the Evaluation and Re-Evaluation process to
provide positional specific insight on the Goalkeeper.
● Establish a scouting system throughout own club and BCSPL Partner Clubs.
● Establish a Club Wide Goalkeeper Evaluation/selection criteria
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Key Trends Needing Improvement
“Male Goalkeepers”
Key Trends Needing Improvement
“Female Goalkeepers”
1. Playing out of the back and Building the Game from
the Goalkeeper
Overall distribution
● both from hands and feet
● when to play the ball and where to play ball
(often played in behind)
● comfort in being an option in build-up play as an
outfielder
● length and accuracy of long distribution forward
to attacking players
● quick team dispersal
● must own responsibility of taking goal kicks!
1. Playing out of the back and Building the Game from
the Goalkeeper
Overall distribution
● both from hands and feet
● when to play the ball and where to play ball
(often played in behind)
● comfort in being an option in build-up play as an
outfielder
● length and accuracy of long distribution forward
to attacking players
● quick team dispersal
● Must own responsibility of taking goal kicks!
2. Dealing with Crosses from Wide Areas
● Positional play on crosses
● Reading the attacker’s body position on moment
of delivery to anticipate the trajectory of the ball
→ in swinging or out swinging balls?
● Adapting own positional play in relation to the
ball and defenders
● Under pressure in a crowded area
→ Hesitation to come off goal line for
intervention
→ Unable to catch ball at its highest point
3. Dealing with Shots from mid/long distances
● Shot-stopping
● Not in ‘set/ready’ position
→ Still moving or not balanced: unable to react
effectively and explosively in any direction
● Difficulties to get body fully behind the ball and
properly catching the ball
● Lacked spring and explosiveness in dives
2. Aerial Balls
● Under pressure in a crowded area
→ Hesitation coming off goal line
→ Unable to catch ball at its highest point
3. Positional Play on shots, crosses, corners and
diagonal balls
● Shot-stopping and 1 on 1 situations
● Not in ‘set/ready’ position
→ Still moving or not balanced: unable to react
effectively and explosively in any direction
● Positional play on crosses and diagonal balls
● Reading the attacker’s body position on moment
of delivery
→ Anticipate the trajectory of the ball in swinging
or out swinging balls
● Too close to the front post and lack of foot
speed to retreat backwards
● Difficulties to get body fully behind the ball
and properly catching the ball
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Physical Development
In 2011 BC Soccer introduced a recommended league wide Fitness Test protocol. Testing and protocol
education sessions were delivered to each club and in 2013 the SPARQ protocol was established as the
official fitness testing protocol. All EA Sports franchises are now required to follow the recognized protocol
and conduct 3 tests throughout the season as per the following testing schedule:
TEST 1 – First week in February | TEST 2 – First week in April | TEST 3 – First week in September
Test results are collected and submitted into the BC Soccer Science Department for review and will be
used to help monitor the player’s physical abilities and provide additional information on the physical
preparation standards across the league.
Setting annual training programs and establishing fitness parameters for each training session should be
common practice for all EA Sports BC Soccer Premier League.
Following of the outlined scheduled fitness testing dates will provide consistent and valuable data to help
coaches and players monitor their progress and help tailor both the team and individual training
accordingly. These would include;
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Monitor and Pre-set appropriate intensities for individual training sessions based on time and
seasonal priorities. It is imperative for the coaching staff to set conditions and establish the
correct motivation / environment specifically when working in High Intensity Training
Incorporate FIFA 11+ warm-up protocol and injury prevention program into your regular
training, and be sure to monitor for quality of execution.
Monitor player’s weekly and daily activity and educate players on appropriate levels of activity
and the dangers of overtraining.
Clubs should look to educate and deliver diet and nutrition guidance and recover /
regeneration strategies.
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Psychological Development
The established progress report has been created for Technical Leads and Coaches based on a Player’s
reflection requiring a measure to reach certain objectives in overall development as it relates to
participation within the High Performance League. Its intent is to bring about awareness of a Player’s
APPROACH to the game, how one LEARNS and deals with PERFORMANCE.
The format engages players to reflect on their approach pertaining to a variety of variables. Along with
specific and engaging feedback that a coach can offer, it is the hope that together, progress is evident
and it places an improved plan into action for players.
Coaches and Players should connect in addressing matters relating to the following performance
indicators identified in timelines relating to a micro-cycle.
The content in the report is broken down into the following areas:
Progress Review
■ Understanding the Learning Environment
■ Adapting to the Learning Environment
■ How Am I Doing?
Self-Evaluation
■ Understanding Performance Preparation
■ Dealing with Performance Influences
■ What are my Strengths and Areas I need to Focus On?
Evaluation Review and Action Planning
■ Understanding My Strengths
■ Identifying and Acting on My Weaknesses
■ Am I Driven and Committed to Reach My Goals?
Progress Review
■ Overall Program Feedback
■ Recommendations For Areas to Focus On
■ Future Recommendations
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Parent Education
In fulfilling its commitment to delivering a ‘Player First’ environment that ensures responsible and
sustainable development, parent education about the EA Sports BC Soccer Premier League is essential.
What can EA Sports BC Soccer Premier League Club continue to promote to enhance parent education
about the league?
 Increase accessibility to league wide FAQ and player pathway documents
 Club led parent information sessions about the league and available club services
 Link to BC Soccer’s Parent Education Resources to promote respect and fair play
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Expanded Recommendations
All Clubs must conduct and internal review as it pertains to the following recommendations to ascertain a
current level of compliance and to establish an implementation plan to review guidelines presented within
the 2-year review.
Recommendations: Key Observations
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Establish Quarterly Partnership Meetings with EA Sports BC Soccer Premier League and Metro
Selects League and regional supporting leagues
The introduction EA Sports BC Soccer Premier League member clubs and regional partner club
workshops
All EA Sports BC Soccer Premier League member clubs to establish coaching workshops and
work experiences with regional partners clubs
Establish EA Sports BC Soccer Premier League and partners club technical focused declaration
of development for partnership public awareness
EA Sports BC Soccer Premier League and BC Soccer to host Governance and Board member
seminar on the benefits of HP partnerships
Strive to consistent provide the weekly delivery minimum half (1/2) field per team
Investigate the viability of standardized fees across the league
Strive for full representation at all age groups and genders but investigate the banding of age
groups as possible option
All member clubs to focus an increase in female Head Coaches and mentorship
Promote and fully support the culture surrounding the overall integrated player pathway
Recommendations: Performance Analysis
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Establish individual and group programs focusing on the maintenance and the refining of
advanced skill work
Schedule member club based regular training and education of positional specific roles and
requirements
Continue to utilizing small side game format to teach basic principles of attack and defense
Focus teaching the coordinated behaviours and responsibilities of individual, unit and team of
players
Using soccer specific activities and partnerships for delivering on soccer specific physical
development
Promote a further understanding and the monitoring of load requirements for players in training
Continue to motivate through positive messaging and creating the right atmosphere and
challenge for the players
As HP coaches recognizing the importance of “my” behaviour in training and game day (body
language, words and gestures)
Establish video analysis programing as an educational tool and to provide access for individual
and team review
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Recommendations: Coach Development
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Head Coaches committed to leading one (1) team
Avoid appointment of parent coaches to their son or daughters teams
Establish two (2) year cycles for age group succession for all coaches
Retain the coaches that are in place to provide planned progression to meet the unified goals for
upcoming coaching standards
Prioritize early education in the process of recruitment and the development of new coaches to
meet the required entry level coaching standards
Establish long term progression planning for existing coaches to meet the required coaching
standards moving forward
Maintain a current inventory of all Coaches and their status as it pertains to coach certification
levels and progression planning
As part of annual planning submissions, member clubs may host Soccer for Life courses for large
groups of coaches (over 15) or encourage them register for independent courses elsewhere in
the province as posted on the BC Soccer registration database
It is recommended that all EA Sports BC Soccer Premier League member clubs provide
opportunities, support and mentorship for a selected group of female coaches
Recommended that all Female teams have a female coach in the position of either Mentor,
Assistant or Head Coach
Establishing partnerships with local University and College Female Soccer programs is highly
recommended as a means to help foster and target potential female candidatures suitable for
mentorship programs and access to early coach education.
Recommendations: Program Development
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Clubs to ensure that a responsible and sustainable parent education plan is evident pertaining to
the EA Sports BC Soccer Premier League and all its encompassing details on an ongoing basis
All clubs to submit for review and approval to BC Soccer and its soccer development department
an annual training plan by January of each year
Clubs to incorporate and make available for review the established player progress report or club
specific player reports based on three touch points per year with all players within the league
It is recommended all clubs technical directors monitor and implement technical training and
development priorities and monitor individual training sessions based on time and seasonal
objectives
It is a priority that all clubs incorporate a fully integrated soccer science program at all levels of
play; which includes the FIFA 11+ warm-up and injury prevention protocol, access to medical
services, and education sessions focused on the importance of diet and nutrition and recover /
regeneration strategies
Each club must focus on the enhancement and growth of the overall service of Goalkeeping
under the guidance and direction of the BC Soccer Goalkeeping Development Department
Ensure that the Training environment, Match day environment and Goalkeeping Evaluation is
consistent throughout the league as per recommendations
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Member Club Performance Criteria Review
It is the ultimate goal of BC Soccer, its Soccer Development Department and the EA Sports BC Soccer
Premier League member clubs to achieve higher levels of performance through a properly mapped-out
progression based plan which provides an organized training, evaluation and competition format, thereby
eliminating the random approach to development.
This commitment will provide for the following development goals to be met:
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Impact the daily environment of the player...a critical element for improvement
Create an environment which provides a meaningful and sustainable competition format
Talent identification
Develop and create players of high performance, international and professional standard
The two (2) year review process focused on three main areas surrounding coaching, programming and
player criteria specified with indicators. Other factors were also taken into consideration, such as, the
meeting preparation and evidences provided as well as the fielding of teams within all age groups and
genders.
NOT
SATISFACTORY
IN
DEVELOPMENT
PROGRESSIVE
HIGH
STANDARD
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Editorial
Official publication
British Columbia Soccer Association (BC Soccer)
250 – 3410 Lougheed Highway Vancouver, BC | V5M 2A4
T: 604 299 6401
www.bcsoccer.net
BC Soccer
President
Executive Director
Chair High Performance Development Committee
Roger Barnes
Paul Mullen
Aiman El Ramly
Soccer Development Department
Michael Findlay - Director of Soccer Development
Rob Csabai - Director of Coaching Development
Markus Reinkens - Manager of Soccer Science / Player Development
Luca Dalla Pace - LTPD Liaison / GK Coordinator
Andrew Haines - Grassroots Coordinator
EA Sports BC Soccer Premier League
Board of Governors
President: David Haber | Fusion FC
VP/Secretary: Mark Berry | Mountain United FC
Alex Barnetson | Coquitlam Metro-Ford
Martin Foden | Surrey United SC
Karen Hood-Deshon |Vancouver Island Wave
Treasurer: Darryl Jones | Coastal FC
Rob Jandric | Fraser Valley FC
Brian Dewar |Thompson Okanagan FC
General Manager - Matt Holbrook
Technical Sub-Committee
Vancouver Whitecaps FC - Dan Lenarduzzi, Craig Dalrymple & David Irvine
Photos
Bob Frid - FreeMotion Photography
Acknowledgements
Canadian Soccer Association
Vancouver Whitecaps FC
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