RM of West St. Paul

Volunteer Coaches are NEEDED in order to run the West St. Paul Mini Soccer Program!  Without volunteers to coach, the program will not be able to operate.  Find more information on coaching by clicking the Information for Coaches option in the dropdown menu.
 

• How much does it cost to register for Mini Soccer?
• All Soccer Registrations are done ONLINE
• All Players must register directly with Manitoba Soccer Association and pay the $16.00/Player MSA Fee for the 2023 Season - Click HERE
• All Players must then register with West St. Paul and pay the $80.00/Player West St. Paul Mini Soccer Registration Fee ($65.00/Player plus a $15.00 Administration Fee) - Click HERE
• Both steps MUST be completed in order to be registered for the 2023 West St. Paul Mini Soccer Season 

• When does the Mini Soccer Season run?
• The season runs in May & June – start date TBA and weather dependent

• Days & Times of Games
• U5 (2019/2018) - Tuesday & Thursday - 6pm
• U6 (2017) - Monday & Wednesday - 6pm
• U7 (2016) - Tuesday & Thursday - 7:15pm
• U8 (2015) - Mondays & Wednesdays - 7:15pm
• Please Note: If there are not enough registrations for U7 & U8, these age groups may be combined!  If so, the U7/U8 Teams would play on Tuesdays & Thursdays at 7:15pm
• Parents/Guardians, please ensure that someone will be staying on-site with your child during the duration of Mini Soccer (1hr).  You are encouraged to participate with your child during the training session of the program!            

• Location of Games & Schedules
• U5 Games & U6 HOME Games will be scheduled at Centennial Park - between Willis Rd & Slater Rd
• U7 & U8 HOME Games will be scheduled at the West St. Paul Recreation Site behind the Access Centre - 48 Holland Road
• U6, U7 & U8 AWAY Games may be scheduled at the East St. Paul Soccer Fields - located at 3412 Raleigh St
• Each coach will be provided a schedule including the dates and times as well as locations of the games - Game schedules will also be posted under the Mini Soccer Schedules option in the dropdown menu 

• Can my child play with a friend?
• We recognize the importance of friendships, however we will not be taking any special requests unless there is a commitment to volunteer to Coach, Assistant Coach, act as Team Manager, etc...  Only those who VOLUNTEER will have their request considered (one request per registration).
• Without volunteers, the program will not be able to operate.  Volunteers can be mom, dad, grandpa, grandma, big brother, big sister, auntie, uncle or cousin!  Find more information on coaching by clicking the Information for Coaches option in the dropdown menu.

• What do the players need to wear / bring?
• cleats / runners & socks
• shin guards
• shorts or pants, depending on the weather conditions
• water bottle
• A Soccer Ball and Jersey will be provided for the season!  Players can keep the Soccer Ball but Jersey may have to be returned at the end of the season

• Weather Conditions
• Games are played come rain, snow, or shine. Only extreme weather (lightening) or hazardous field conditions (soaked fields) will cause cancellations. Lightning must be present, not forecast.
• Sometimes, games get played in both wet and cold weather. Splash pants (over shorts) and a light jacket (under jerseys) are allowed in these conditions.
• WYSA (Winnipeg Youth Soccer Association) posts on game days if games will be called off due to weather. Since WSP sometimes has weather different from other parts of the city, please connect with the coach/es from the other team if you are cancelling the game.  There have been times where we've experienced a downpour and other parts of the city were dry.  
• Visit the WYSA Website for info on Cancellations
• WYSA Twitter
• WYSA Facebook
• Manitoba Soccer Association Weather Guidelines

• Snacks
• Due to the number of different allergies, having a team snack is not a requirement of mini soccer
• Please do not feel obligated to bring or arrange team snacks

•  Can players still sign up for 2023 Mini Soccer?
• Yes!  The deadline to register for Soccer is Friday March 24, 2023

• Can a refund be requested if we decide we no longer want to play?
• Click HERE to view the West St. Paul Recreation Committee Refund Policy - Sports Registrations

Mini Soccer Coaches Corner:

***NEW for 2023*** - We will not be taking any special requests regarding team placements, playing with another player, etc... unless there is a commitment to volunteer to Coach, Assistant Coach, act as Team Manager, etc...  Only those who VOLUNTEER will have their request considered (one request per registration).  Without volunteers, the program will not be able to operate.  Volunteers can be mom, dad, grandpa, grandma, big brother, big sister, auntie, uncle or cousin!   

Here is a basic rundown of what coaches are responsible for:

• Picking up WSP Mini Soccer Equipment from the Access Centre, bringing it to each game and returning it at the end of the season
• Introducing yourself to your team, communicating game schedules and being present at each game
• Running a few warm-up exercises with kids (e.g. a lap around the field, stretching, jumping jacks, arm circles, etc.).
• Running soccer drills and skills before games (e.g. dribbling a ball around cones, practicing shooting on net, etc.). 
• Help ensure players get equal playing time (substitute lines approximately every 3 minutes).
• Make sure players stay on the field when they are playing and on the sidelines when they are not playing.
• Help teach good sportsmanship. Encourage players to cheer on their teammates and congratulate the other team for a game well played!

That’s it! At this age, you don’t need to be a professional soccer player to coach your child’s team. In fact, it’s completely okay if you’ve never played soccer before. It’s more about teaching kids how to be a team player (taking turns on the field, passing and sharing the ball, cheering for their teammates).

 

West St. Paul Soccer Coach "To Do” Check-List:

□Complete the appropriate MSA Coaches Clinic for the age group you are coaching

□Complete Respect in Sport (RIS) for Activity Leaders

□Obtain a Criminal Record & Vulnerable Sector Check

□Obtain a Child Abuse Registry Check

□Submit copies of each certificate, completed checks and receipts for expenses incurred to recreation@weststpaul.com

All coaches must complete the following: 

Canada Soccer Grassroots Coaching Course

All coaches are required to have completed appropriate Canada Soccer Grassroots Coaching Course for the age group you plan to Coach

• Active Start – U4-U6
• FUNdamentals – U6-U9
• LEARN TO TRAIN – U9-U12
• SOCCER FOR LIFE – U13 +

The theoretical portion of the Coaching Courses are completed ONLINE through Canada Soccer – click HERE to sign up

The on-field practical portion of the Coaches Courses are completed through Manitoba Soccer Association - Info TBA!

ALL RECEIPTS are to be submitted to  recreation@weststpaul.com for reimbursements

 

Respect in Sport (RIS) for Activity Leaders (Good for 5 years)

Free Course offered ONLINE through Sport Manitoba

If you have completed RIS in the past - click on "Click here to look it up" and input your email address that you would have used.  You will be able to see your certification date.  From that date your certification is good for 5 years.

If the date is past 5 years they will need to click "Click here to re-certify"

 

Coaches are also required to obtain & submit:

Criminal Record & Vulnerable Sector Check (Good for 3 years)

West St. Paul Residents:

In order to volunteer with the Rural Municipality of West St. Paul a Criminal Record Search & Vulnerable Sector Check must be obtained through the Red River North (formerly East St. Paul) RCMP Detachment.  You must live in the RM of West St. Paul to obtain a Criminal Record Search through this RCMP Detachment.

Steps to obtain Criminal Record Search & Vulnerable Sector Checks:

1. Download the "Consent for Release of Information” (Criminal Record Check) and "Consent for Check for Sexual Offence for which a Record Suspension has Been Granted or Issued” (Vulnerable Sector Check) Forms

2. Please print the forms and complete all the highlighted areas. Be sure to initial "The Type of Record Check Required” where indicated

3. Hand in the completed forms and copies of two (2) pieces of valid Government issued identification, one of which must be photo identification to the Access Centre. Copies of 2 Pieces of ID is required!! Please do not send your Social Insurance Number

4. Completed forms, copies of your ID and a Volunteer Letter will be submitted to the Red River North RCMP Detachment on your behalf 

5. Completed criminal record check will be mailed within 10-14 business days upon receipt - it will be mailed directly to you.  Please bring a copy in to the Access Centre once received 

If you have a copy of a past Criminal Record & Vulnerable Sector Check that is less than 3 years old please send a copy to recreation@weststpaul.com

City of Winnipeg Residents: