TRAVEL COACHES GAME DAY CHECKLIST

MYSL has moved to a new soccer management system. 
The information below will be updated as it becomes available

Bring 2 printed copies of your “APPROVED” team roster.  This will be provided to you by your Age Director.  You will hand the 2 copies to the referee at pre-game team check-in.

Spring Season Only (Grade 5/6+) – Bring Player ID Pass Cards to EVERY game.  You will hand these to the referee at pre-game team check-in.  Pro-tip: Don't forget to retrieve your pass cards from the ref after the game. 

Wear your Lanyard Credential at ALL games.  You should also wear it at practice.  You will NOT be allowed on the sideline during games without your Lanyard Credential.

Coach ID Pass Card – This is in addition to the Lanyard Credential.  The Coach ID Pass Card must be with you at ALL games.

Playing Time - Players must play at least 50% of the game.

Score Your Game!  The “head” coach should receive a “Scoring” email the day after the game.  Make sure you complete it.  Helpful tip, make sure you keep an eye on the MYSL website and make sure your game results are correct.

Emergency Contact Forms.  These will be provided to you by your Age Director.  Make sure you have hard copies with you at all times or make sure you are able to access the electronic copies via your phone.  You never know when an emergency may happen.

Procedure
After all pre-game activities are complete, both teams and the referee crew will line up at the Half Way Line of the Coaches Sideline. 

Along with officials, all players and coaches will walk across the field and line up facing spectators, 5 yard from the sideline.

The Sportsmanship Statement will be read by a representative of the Home team to all coaches, players and spectators. 

Following the reading of the script, players will perform a pre-game handshake. (Home team to walk down the line of Away Team). After the pre-game handshake, all players and coaches will return to benches and starting players will assume positions on the field of play. 

Officials are not required for the pre-game sportsmanship announcement, but should be involved in the walkout if present.

Sportsmanship Statement
All participants deserve the right to play in an environment free from negative and distracting behavior.

Poor sportsmanship will not be tolerated; the game may be stopped and sanctions applied for violations of policy or codes of conduct. 

Please enjoy the game and do your part to create a positive soccer experience for all.