God, our world desperately needs Your peace. Let my conversations flow with grace and love. Show me how to better live in peace with others and seek goodness. I want to reflect Your peace in a world that thrives on conflict. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Thursday, October 30, 2025
Saturday, October 25, 2025
A prayer for God's peace
God, by Your grace, You have offered me a relationship with You. I can be known by You, and I can know You. Thank You for giving me peace that extends beyond my feelings and circumstances. Thank You for protecting my heart and mind from becoming overwhelmed by what’s happening around me. Because of You, I can have peace. In Jesus’ name, Amen
Monday, October 20, 2025
Plan to Manage the Environment
Coach's Plan to Manage the Environment
I will have a parent meeting during our first week of camp to inform parents on our plans for the upcoming season. I will send an email outlining the the talking points so it is easily assessible for parents to refer to during the season. I will send reminders and we will talk about these thing throughout the season.
I will give all of my contact information, make sure I have each parents information and be sure they have access to our communications apps. These apps will keep parents informed about all team activities.
We will discuss my plan for managing their childs safety at practice and during the games modeled after the Safesport action plan. Monitoring physical health and recovery. Having a positive atmosphere that allows players the frredom to try and make mistakes. Being inclusive, making everyone feel part of the team and being valued. Creating an environment that gives them the security and freedom to grow.
I will discuss the US Soccer Grassroots player development philosophy. That is player centered which means it will be reality based (the game), holistic (physical, emotional,health), experiential (player experience) and autonomy support (player decision making, reading the game). Fostering a positive, inclusive, safe, fun environment to develop.
We will use the Play-Practice-Play model for practice. We will develop the 4 phases of the game (Attacking, Defending, Transition from attack to defense, Transition from defense to attacking). Making it fun, while having opportunities to develop their skill through game play. With specific topics that they will have the freedom to come up with their solutions.
Parents will help create a positive environment by supporting their player and the team, encouraging them, allowing them to make decisions and learn from the game. By being aware of team activities and details. Providing team support when needed with tents, benches, drinks, food etc.
I will address parents engagement, they will receive weekly reminders of team activities, practice topics, a pre game note discussing the topics we worked on at practice and to look for them in the game. A post game summary to how many of our goals were met, what things we did well and a few things we will continue to work on. A monthly player check in to give updates on player development and address any conserns
I will inform parents that our season plan may have a few times where it needs to be slightly adjusted. I thank you all in advance for your patience, flexibility and understanding. I am always willing to talk, you may contact me about any player development conserns you may have. If you have any conserns following a game I ask that you wait 24 hours before contacting me with those issues.
Coaching values statement
Personal vision on coaching
I will have a player centered approach to development and encourage players to believe in themselves and their team. Create a space where they can be positive and support their teammates. Fine tune their technique, work hard, never give up, compete with a sense of urgency and get better everyday
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I will use the Play-Practice-Play structure for training to create opportunities for players to develop. They will be challenged by doing things that are uncomfortable and they will gain confidence by perfecting those same things
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I will teach players the importance and responsibilities of the 4 stages of the game. And encourage players to Show Effort, Sportsmanship, Teamwork and Integrity on and off the field
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I will be on time and organized for games. Highlight the previous training sessions. Remind players of their position and their responsibilities. Give players the freedom to find solutions and allow them to learn from the game. I will respect the ref, the opposing coaches, parents and players
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I understand that each player is different and have different paths to development. I ensure that no matter the experience, physical ability or skill level, they will have fun, get better individually and improve as a team
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Coaching values and beliefs relative to the age group that you are coaching
No matter the experience, physical ability or skill level, If we are willing to compete everyday, we will get better individually and improve as a team.
I believe in myself and my team
I will be positive, supportive and respectful of my teammates
I will improve my skill by doing it correctly, work hard, never give up and get better everyday
I will show effort, sportsmanship, teamwork and integrity on and off the field
I will be challenged to do things that are not easy and I will gain confidence by perfecting those same things
I will Show that I am aware, focused and engaged. With the ability to listen, pay attention and follow directions
I will Demonstrate that I understand the attacking and defensive concepts of the position
I will Show that I can make positive plays for myself and my teammates when the opportunity presents itself
I will Play with a sense of urgency and energy that is noticeable and contagious
Sunday, October 19, 2025
God's power
God, You alone are all-knowing, present, and powerful. You are the God who created the heavens and the earth, the sun and the moon, and all of creation. All people will come to know Your glory and goodness. Please help me to submit my will to Yours so that I can fulfill the purpose You have created for me. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Friday, October 17, 2025
A prayer for my weaknesses
God, thank You for giving me Yourself. Thank You for empowering me to face whatever comes my way. Help me to remember that even when I’m weak, You are still strong. And You can take the hardest of situations and turn it around for Your glory and my good. So please help me to glorify You with all that I am. Let my weaknesses become windows that Your glory shines through. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Thursday, September 11, 2025
A prayer for imitating God
God, I truly desire to imitate and know You! When people see me, I also want them to see You. Guide me as I seek to follow You with my whole heart. Bring godly people into my life. Surround me with positive relationships, so I can better imitate You. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Friday, August 29, 2025
A prayer of faith
Jesus, thank You for calling me to share Your love. Please open my eyes to see one person who needs You this week. Help me to take a specific step to show kindness, speak with courage, and trust You with the outcome. In Your name, Amen.
Monday, August 11, 2025
A prayer of amazement
God, I am amazed that You delight in me! Thank You for seeing me not for my imperfections, but as Your child who delights in You. Help me to never lose focus on You, Your guidance, and Your love. I want You to be the most important part of my life. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Tuesday, August 5, 2025
A prayer for family and friends
God, thank You that I don’t have to go through life alone. I’m grateful You created us to depend on one another and share our life experiences with others. Community is Your design, and I pray that I won’t take it for granted. Help me to love and serve my family and friends well. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Thursday, July 31, 2025
A prayer to release my heavy heart
I release my burdens to You. I lay them down and surrender them to You. Thank You for holding me in my weakness and weariness. Show me how to rest and refuel in Your presence. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Saturday, July 26, 2025
Wednesday, July 23, 2025
A prayer for those who mistreat you
God, it can be difficult to love those who have mistreated me, but I know You love them so I want to love them too. Encourage me to pray for those I am too hurt to be around. Give me the courage to go out of my way and to be kind to those who are unkind. And provide me with the strength I need to forgive them. You are the Judge not me and I am just as unworthy of Your love. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Thursday, July 17, 2025
A prayer thanking God for salvation
God, I am so grateful for the good news of Jesus and my eternal relationship with You. Help me each day to share Your Word with those around me so they can experience Your love. Help me to live a life that honors You and inspires others to love You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Monday, July 14, 2025
A prayer for peace
God, thank You for promising to bring me peace. In every situation, help me to continue to keep my mind on You and Your good promises. Because I trust in Your control, I know I don’t have to be anxious about anything. Please remind me every day of this truth. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Wednesday, July 9, 2025
A prayer to do what is good
God, when I am overwhelmed by the brokenness I see, help me to remember that You see me. You are in control. I might not be able to stop all the pain and injustice I witness, but I can help overcome evil by doing good. Please help me to do that. Give me the courage and humility to love people well today. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Tuesday, July 8, 2025
A prayer for thriving faith
God, thank You for Your grace and the gift of salvation. My eternity is secure in You because of Your great love. Teach me what it means to be godly. Help me say "yes" to the things that bring You joy, and "no" to the things I shouldn't do. Give me discernment to know the difference. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Monday, July 7, 2025
A prayer for guidance
God, I want to walk with You. Help me to crave a life that is led by You. Today, please fill me with Your Spirit’s wisdom, power, and strength. Give me the courage to be still and trust You. Teach me to listen to Your Spirit, and show me how to obey You faithfully and follow You boldly. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Thursday, July 3, 2025
Monday, June 30, 2025
Thursday, June 26, 2025
A prayer of surrender
Jesus, the way You loved and served others challenges everything that comes naturally to me. It’s hard to let go of my desire for fairness and love with my whole heart. And yet, this is what You call me to. This is the way You love me. Teach me, Jesus. Help me let go of whatever I may be holding against people and instead trust and love You fully. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Monday, June 23, 2025
Thank God
God, I believe that every good and perfect thing is from You. Thank You for not only wanting good things for me but also for loving me. I’m grateful for every blessing You’ve placed in my life, and I choose to focus my mind on these things. I love You, Lord.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Sunday, June 22, 2025
Trust God when I’m overwhelmed
God, when I am overwhelmed, Your Word reminds me of Your goodness. Thank You for Your provision and faithfulness even when I fall short. Help me to seek You first every day through Your Word for You alone will sustain me. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Saturday, June 21, 2025
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