Director of Coaching, Chris McGill, youngest current coach in Iowa to have his United States Soccer Federation "A" License

5/7/2007

The U.S.S.F. "A" license is the highest licensing available in the United States. According to Iowa Soccer Association's Director of Coaching, Ian Bradley, Chris is one of only 15 coaches in the state to have achieved the coaching distinction. Please take a moment to offer your congratulations the next time you see Chris!

Overview
The United States Soccer Federation has a 37-year tradition of certifying American soccer coaches. Designed to meet the changing needs of today's game, the National Coaching School offers a complete, nine-day coaching course in a residential environment that immerses coaches in the culture of soccer. The course is conducted at three levels and emphasizes field instruction in the areas of technique, tactics, and fitness. The course also includes instruction in coaching methodology, team management, and sport psychology. Thousands of coaches have completed U.S. Soccer Federation coaching schools since they were first developed in 1971. Courses are directed by a faculty of knowledgeable coaches, many of whom have coached at the highest levels in the United States. The objective is to provide all soccer coaches, from the beginner to the most advanced, with up-to-date theoretical and practical knowledge, so coaches across the United States can ensure that players develop to their full potential.

The U.S. Soccer National Coaching School Program provides:
1) Courses in which coaches can earn nationally certified credentials and take advantage of the opportunities and recognition inherent in the attainment of various levels of coaching expertise.
2) A proven curriculum which improves a coach's knowledge of the game.
3) Valuable information on current coaching trends and international developments in the game.