This page will serve as a resource for CASL Coaches. It will contain links to coaching guides and activities. If you have a great website that would benefit coaches, please submit to CASL for addition to this page (info@caslsoccer.org).
Handbooks & Manuals
The curriculum is designed to improve development of players in the organized player base in the United States, concentrating on creating more organized, age-appropriate training sessions, developing coaching practices and creating an environment that is fun for the players.
The curriculum builds on the successful launch and growth of the U.S. Soccer Development Academy. Initiated in the fall of 2007 after a detailed review of player development systems in the U.S. and across the world, the Development Academy has improved the training environment; provided relevant, high-level matches on a consistent basis; increased the level and efficiency of scouting for the national teams and provided players, coaches and referees with more structured programming.
Part 1 - Style and Principles of Play (2.5 MB .pdf)
Part 2 - Concepts and Coaching Guidelines (30 MB .pdf)
Part 3 - Age Group Organization (2.5 MB .pdf)
Part 4 - Planning and Training (61 MB .pdf)
Full Document (98 MB .pdf)
To find information on coaching licenses or other courses offered by the Michigan State Youth Soccer Association, visit their website.
Activites Sorted by Age Group
| Under 10 | Under 12 |
| Under 14 | Under 19 |
Activities Sorty by Topic
| Dribbling | Passing |
| Shooting | Goal Keeping |
Small Sided Games Resources
Former Okemos High School Girls Varsity head coach, Rob Antcliff, has created a brand new website to review various soccer products including books, magazines, software and equipment.
SoccerStuffReviewed.com is a team of reviewers that are first, and foremost, soccer enthusiasts. They've used the products, done the research and provide unbiased and informed reviews on soccer products targeted towards soccer coaches. Their goal is to provide useful information to coaches of all levels and experience so they can make informed decisions on the most appropriate products for their needs.
