Coaches and Team Officials

Bays United FC Coaches are our most important volunteer group. Some are trained coaches, some are experienced players and others are parents willing to invest time and energy to help Bays players enjoy outdoor activity in a lively team sport. The following are resources you may find helpful.

Applying to Coach

• If you would like to volunteer as a Coach or Assistant Coach, please complete our On-Line Application in advance of player assessments. Coaches receive ongoing support from our Technical team and have the opportunity to take BC Soccer Association courses to develop their coaching skills. Please note that all coaches need to submit a Criminal Record Check before being assigned to a team.

Code of Conduct

• Read what is expected of Bays United coaches in our Code Of Conduct For Coaches.

Coaching Resources & Supports

• Visit our Coach Development webpage to access supports and courses
• Read about our Coach Appreciation Program

Concussion Protocols & Tools

• Concussion Recognition Protocol Tool
• Concussion Tool Kit (FREE online course)
• SCAT 3: Child 5–12 Sports Concussion Assessment Tool
• SCAT 3: Age 13+ Sports Concussion Assessment Tool

Reporting Forms

• NEW: CATT Concussion Incident Report (fillable form)
• NEW: Bays United Injury Reporting (fillable form)
• NEW: Bays United Incident Reporting (fillable form)

Share Information With Parents

• All coaches are strongly encouraged to have a meeting with parents at the beginning of each season. Find a suggested meeting agenda here.
• We have several resources that parents will find useful on our Parent Information page. Feel free to refer parents to the website if they have questions that can answered there.

Who to Contact

Knowing who to contact and for what will help get your questions answered fast.