Coaching and Refereeing in NYC Soccer

Coaching and refereeing are how players stay in the game, earn in the game, and raise the standard for the next group. NYC needs both at every level.

The entry point

A lot of coaches start as former players, parent volunteers, camp assistants, or session leaders. A lot of referees start because leagues need reliable officials. The difference between helping out and building a pathway is education, mentorship, repetition, and accountability.

Licenses and registration

U.S. Soccer uses the Learning Center for coaching and referee education. Eastern New York points coaches toward the U.S. Soccer Learning Center for available courses. For youth work, background checks, safeguarding, and club requirements also matter.

Start here

Start with these names, then check the exact schedule, location, cost, and level.

  • U.S. Soccer Learning CenterThe central learning platform for U.S. Soccer coaching and referee education.
  • Eastern NY Coaching EducationGrassroots coaching courses through Eastern New York Youth Soccer and U.S. Soccer.
  • Eastern NY Soccer Referee AssociationThe official Eastern New York referee pathway for new and returning USSF-certified officials.
  • New York Soccer Referees AssociationLocal referee association with membership, field sessions, education, and referee support.
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