Soccer is a contact sport and injuries are a reality each time a player steps onto the field. Everyone is encouraged to be aware of player safety and take the steps necessary to reduce the participants exposure to risk. Below are a few resources for coaches, players and parents to reference to better promote safe and healthy sporting experience for all participants.
Please review the information provided below and contact the office should you require further assistance.
Concussion Guidelines – HERE
Respect In Sport
Activity Leader Course (required by at least one coach on each team – paid for by KYSA…contact us for your access code)
Parent Education Course (A $12 fee paid for by the user)
Severe Weather & Lightning Policy
KYSA Air Quality Guidelines
CSA Severe Weather Policy (PDF)
Lighting Safety on the Soccer Field (a brief video by Environment Canada)
Canadian Lightning Danger Map (from Environment Canada)
Athletic Performance and Injury Prevention
FIFA 11+ Injury Prevention Program (used by all KYSA Select Teams)
Sport For Life – Movement Preparation (appropriate for 6yrs and older)
Return to Play Guidelines for other forms of injury
ACSM Return to Play Guidelines for other types of injury (relevant for players and coaches)
Nutrition
FIFA Nutrition for Football
Sip Smart BC (Helping your child to make healthy drink choices)
Muscle Cramping
It happens to some more than others. This resource can help you monitor and appropriately address your muscle cramping.
Canadian Sport Centre Fact Sheet – Cramping
Additional Resources
BC Soccer Insurance Program (all KYSA members can access additional sport accident insurance – claims must be made by the family on the injured player within 30 days of the incident)
Healthy Families BC (Helping British Columbians to make healthier choices)
Please contact the KYSA office for further support.