Coach Resources

Welcome! If you're a Coach or Team Official with CWSA, here are some key items you may need help with:

League Governance Documents

Please be sure to review the CWSA's governance documents

• CWSA Rules and Regulations
• CWSA Policy Manual
• CWSA Discipline Code
• CWSA Bylaws

the above documents can be found on the governance page of the CWSA website --> https://www.mycwsa.ca/content/governance 

Coach/Team Official Eligibility

www.mycwsa.ca/content/Police-Information-Checks

CPIC: All Coaches/Team Officials (except O40 team officials) are required by the CWSA to share a Police Information Check (CPIC).

• CPICs are valid for 3 years, and are available at a reduced cost of $15 when requested using a volunteer letter, as provided by CWSA.  See the league's CPIC Policy for further details. To request a volunteer letter, please contact office@mycwsa.ca with your legal name(s) and your team affiliations.
• CWSA ID Card: All Coaches/Team Officials who wish to sit on the team bench require a CWSA-issued photo ID card. I.  ID cards must be presented to the referee at EVERY game, no exceptions.

Information for obtaining a CPIC/e-PIC if you live in:

• Calgary - https://policeinformationcheck.calgarypolice.ca/

• Okotoks - https://www.okotoks.ca/town-services/public-safety/rcmp

• Cochrane - https://www.cochrane.ca/151/Cochrane-RCMP

• Airdrie - https://www.airdrie.ca/index.cfm?serviceID=842

• Chestermere - http://www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/detach/en/d/447

The CPIC/e-PIC policy can be viewed in the CWSA Policy Manual

Recruiting New Players

CWSA facilitates connecting new players to teams by posting notices on our Player Network page.  Please visit the Player Network page for examples, and email us to submit your information for posting.  Once new players have been recruited, you can add these individuals to your roster by sending them an email invite to join.  Please refer new members to the "I'm New to the League" page for further instructions on completing their registration and acquiring a Player ID card.

Releasing / Transferring A Player

A player being released for ANY reason requires the completion of a Player Transfer/Removal Form (found under Documents & Forms => CWSA Forms).  During the season, players may ONLY be removed or transferred by the CWSA Office, after signed consent forms have been received.

Calling Up Players

At the start of every season, each team is provided with a contact list for the purpose of acquiring call-up players.  If your team requires another copy of this list, please contact office@mycwsa.ca

Use the seasonal call-up chart to ensure any Guest Players are are eligible to play. CMSA players may also be used as Guest Players, but are subject to the use of a Restricted Movement Form (found under Documents & Forms => CWSA Forms).

Please see CWSA Rules & Regulations for more specific information regarding Guest Players under Rule 3.3, Restricted Movement.

Team Administration 

Teams may change ownership and/or may change their name as desired, subject to the use of appropriate forms (found on the Forms Library page).

Other Resources

Alberta Soccer Coaching Resources

Alberta Soccer Coaching Pathway

Provincial Coaching Requirements: Please note that ASA requires Coaches attending Provincial Competitions to meet certain qualifications. Please see your current ASA Provincial Competition Senior Rules to stay informed.

Canada Soccer Resources

• Grassroots Standards
• Skill Centre and Dedicated Player Program Manual
• Guide to Accessibility and Inclusion

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If you have any questions about managing your team, please contact the CWSA office at office@mycwsa.ca or by phone at 403-720-6692.