The purpose of this page and to a larger extent this web site is to promote a youth centered approach to the organization and instruction of youth sports. At DYS, special emphasis is placed on the promotion of the game of soccer as a confidence builder, and a family oriented activity that provides for familial bonding, team work, and friendships.

As parents, adhering to the following guidelines would go a long way in making you and your child's soccer experience a pleasant and enjoyable one.

• Always encourage your child, win or lose.
• Do not set unrealistic goals for you and your child. You should be realistic of their physical ability.
• Do not live your athletic past or lack thereof through your child.
• Respect your child's opponents and cheer good play on the field.
  
• Always provide a safe environment for your child to play soccer by providing them with the right equipment.
• Encourage your child and the other children on the team by being their best fan and cheerleader.
• Be a positive role model. Do not use foul or abusive language during games.
• Leave the coaching to the coaches. Let them be free to do their job. Do not become an 'armchair quarterback' by coaching on the sidelines. Though your child's coach may not be a world renowned coach, remember that that they are volunteers who are giving their time and effort and need to be encouraged not discouraged by your antics.
• Be supportive of the coaches and communicate openly with them if you disagree with their approach.
  
• Be respectful and supportive of the referees and other game officials.
• Always remember it is only a game, have fun. Soccer should not be larger than life for you. Do not spoil the fun for your kid. Let your child know that win or lose, you love them and are proud of their performance on the field.

Boston Area Youth Soccer (BAYS)
(BAYS) Parents Guide
Soccer Parent
US Youth Soccer (Parents Page)
Soccer Parents Handbook
Soccer Jr.
Kids First Soccer
Come On Mom
Fundamental Soccer
Youth Soccer Yellow Pages
Motivation and Soccer
FIFA
Childrens LearningA Soccer Guide for Parents
Adults/Childrens' Soccer books


Periodicals of Interest
Soccer Jr. Magazine
* comes with 2 "Soccer for Parents" supplements
P.O. Box 420442
Palm Coast, FL 32142-9744
(800) 829-5382
$16.97 for 6 issues

Soccer Journal
* official magazine of NSCAA
(Nat’l Soccer Coaches Assoc. of America)
6700 Squibb Road
Suite 215
Mission, KS 66202
(800) 458-0678
$40.00 for NSCAA membership

Soccer New England
P.O. Box 740
Forestdale, MA 02644
(508) 888-1502
$21.00 for 12 issues

US Youth Soccer
* official magazine of
US Youth Soccer Association
899 Presidential Drive
Suite 117
Richardson, TX 75081
(800) 4-SOCCER
$6.00 for 4 issues