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Be A Coach

Thank You for Your Interest in Coaching with Hartford Sideliners Soccer Club!

We’re excited that you’re considering joining us as a coach at Hartford Sideliners Soccer Club (HSSC). Our volunteers are the heart of our programs, and your involvement helps create a positive and enriching experience for our players.

How to Get Started

When registering your child, please indicate your interest in one of the following volunteer roles on the player registration form:

  • Head Coach
  • Assistant Coach
  • Team Director

Missed this during registration? No problem!
You can still sign up to volunteer:

  1.  Log in to your account.
  2. Click on Volunteer Opportunities.
  3. Select Find Volunteer Roles.
  4. Choose your preferred role(s) for your child’s division.

Resources:

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to our Director of Coaches, Jack De Selm, at

📧 [email protected]
📞 262-224-5052

Thank you again for stepping up. We’re looking forward to a great season with you on the field!


Coach Resources 
Rescheduling a game

Coaching Requirements & Education

To ensure a consistent and high-quality experience for all players, HSC requires all coaches to meet minimum coaching standards.

All Coaches Must:

  •  Attend one KMSL Club Clinic (held every August)

  OR

  •  Pass an online KMSL Rules Test

Interested in coaching but not ready to take on a whole team?
Consider volunteering as an Assistant Coach or Team Director—these vital support roles help teams run smoothly!

Coaching Education Reimbursement

HSSC will cover the cost of additional coaching courses for recreational and select coaches through United Soccer Coaches (USC) or the U.S. Soccer Federation (USSF). Before enrolling, you must get pre-approval from our Director of Coaches. Reimbursement is available upon successful course completion.

Coach Development Pathways

Recreational Coaches (6U–14U):

  •  Attend HSSC-led clinics (KMSL or United Soccer Coaches) as required.


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Select Coaches (11U–18U):
Complete one of the following options:

  •  Two USSF Grassroots In-Person Licenses (one must be 9v9 or 11v11)

  OR

  •  One USC Diploma + One USSF License (one must be 9v9 or 11v11)


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Once You're Ready to Coach

After completing your requirements and receiving your team assignment, it’s time to:

  1.  Plan your practices
  2. Schedule your sessions
  3. Hit the field and enjoy the season!
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