GUSC is looking to bring on some new coaches—in our Recreation, Academy and Competitive teams divisions—for the SPRING 2013.

► RECREATION COACHES are expected to manage their teams, rosters and practice schedules. Our Recreation division has grown to approximately 200 kids—with teams in the U6, U9, U10 and U12 age groups. Ideal candidate will be asked to coach 1 team. Previous coaching experience preferred, but not required. (Spring Season play will be March 1st - May 3rd, 2013)  General info on our Recreation program can be found HERE.
Contact Rec Director Krista De Jute.

► ACADEMY COACHES are expected to manage their teams, rosters and practice schedules—while working under the supervision of Academy Director Jeff Phillips. Previous coaching experience preferred, but not required.  General info on our Academy program can be found HERE.  Contact Jeff Phillips.

► CHALLENGE and CLASSIC-level coaches should contact Director of Coaching for Boys (David Shearer) and Director of Coaching for Girls (Tatum Bourque). Female coaching candidates are encouraged to apply.  General info for our Classic program can be found HERE and info for our Challenge program can be found HERE.

OUR PHILOSPHY: GUSC has a development-first philosophy. All of our programs’ curricula focus heavily on improving a players’ technical ability on the ball. Our mission is to provide a quality club environment dedicated to player development. We take considerable pride in providing an atmosphere that is focused, positive, safe, friendly, and enjoyable. We believe this environment cultivates player confidence, self-esteem, and ultimately, soccer skills. Our commitment to excellence will ensure that our players learn to have passion for the game, faith in their abilities and the tools necessary to excel in today’s soccer climate. To excel at The Beautiful Game, perseverance, teamwork and quality decision making are essential. Taught properly and well, the life lessons found in soccer can provide our youth with the skills necessary to succeed in life. We believe that wholeheartedly.

Requirements:

O Must be energetic and good with kids
O Must have reliable transportation
O Must be punctual and dependable
O Must pass a background check
O Must be a good communicator

Desired skills:

O Experience coaching and/or working with kids
O USSF ’E’ license or higher preferred, though not mandatory
O High School, college or pro soccer playing experience a plus

For general inquiries, please contact Debbie Webb at 704-823-7322 and Debbie.Webb@GastonUnitedSoccer.org.