Volunteer Requirements for Soccer Season 2026-2027


Parent volunteers are vital to Westport Soccer. All adults must register each season on our new sports management platform (www.playmetrics.com) and complete safety training required by the town and state (details below). CJSA mandates a background check and SafeSport for anyone working with youth. The town of Westport requires concussion and coach training. Some training carries over year to year; others require renewal. Instructions are below—volunteers must be fully compliant before participating.

WSA Parent Volunteer Roles Include: 

- Coach (Rec only)

- Assistant Coach (Rec or Travel)

- Team Manager (Travel)

Questions?

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We're here to help! Reach out to any of our team members.

Tara McCarthy, WSA Risk Director

RiskManagement@westportsoccer.org

Kathleen, WSA Registrar

registrar@westportsoccer.org

Fall 2026 - Volunteer Requirements & Instructions

WSA is a non-profit organization that is fueled by parent volunteers. In accordance with town and state mandates, only fully vetted volunteers are permitted to coach or manage teams.


  • First-time volunteers should allow up to 4 hours to complete all requirements.
  • Returning volunteers should allow up to 1.5 hours depending on renewal status. 
  • For volunteer status, check the WSA VOLUNTEER TRACKER (updates every 48 hours) after registration and training are processed.

DEADLINE TO COMPLETE ALL TRAINING: AUGUST 25th

QUESTIONS? Contact, Kathleen - registrar@westportsoccer.org

New Volunteers

Step 1 – Register as a Volunteer

  • REC Coaches & REC Assistant Coaches: Register here (should take you to PlayMetrics)

  • Travel Team Managers & Travel Asst Coaches:
  • Contact Kathleen - registrar@westportsoccer.org
    - include player's name, team name, and desired role. 


Step 2 – Complete NAYS Coach Training & Membership
(All volunteer coaches/asst coaches)


Step 3 – Complete Concussion Training (free)


Step 4 – Complete CJSA Background Check (free)

  • Thru your PlayMetrics CJSA/member account tile


Step 5 – Complete SafeSport Training (free)

  • Thru your PlayMetrics CJSA/member account tile


Step 6 (Optional) – Complete Online CPR Training (free)

  • Click this link for NAYS CPR training (free)
  • The Town requires at least one CPR-certified adult per team.

Returning Volunteers

Step 1 – Register as a Volunteer in PlayMetrics

  • REC Coaches & Assistant Coaches: Register here 
    (link should take you to PlayMetrics, to either login or create a new account) 

  • Travel Team Managers & Assistant Coaches: Contact Kathleen

registrar@westportsoccer.org

include player name, team and desired role


Step 2 – Renew your NAYS Membership (coaches/asst coaches)

  • Click this NAYS link:  https://www.nays.org/coaches/    
  • and then click "Renew" in the top menu bar
  • NAYS coach training does not expire.
  • Annual membership renewal is required.


Step 3 – Renew your CJSA Background Check (expires every 2 yrs)

  • Opens August 2nd.
  • WSA will send an announcement when portal opens.
  • Required every 2 years.


Step 4 – Complete a SafeSport Refresher (expires every Aug 1)

  • Opens August 2nd.
  • WSA will send an announcement to all volunteers.
  • Required annually.


Get Involved

Volunteer Requirements

Parent volunteers are vital to Westport Soccer. All adults must register each season on PlayMetrics and complete required safety training.

US Soccer and CJSA require Safe Sport, background check, concussion and coach training. Some certifications carry over year to year, while others require annual renewal.

Volunteer Roles

REC Coach REC / Travel Assistant Coach Travel Team Manager
Before You Begin

Volunteer Requirements

WSA is a non-profit organization fueled by parent volunteers. In accordance with town and state mandates, only fully vetted volunteers are permitted to coach or manage teams.

First-Time Volunteers Up to 4 Hours To complete all requirements
Returning Volunteers Up to 1.5 Hours Depending on renewal status
Volunteer Status PlayMetrics Updates every 48 hours after processing
Training Deadline To be communicated by the WSA Staff

Questions? Contact Kathleen at registrar@westportsoccer.org.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Choose Your Volunteer Path

Follow the steps below based on whether you're volunteering for the first time or returning for another season.

Getting Started

New Volunteers

01

Register as a Volunteer

02

NAYS Coach Training & Membership

Required for all volunteer coaches and assistant coaches.

03

Concussion Training (Free)

04

C3SA Background Check (Free)

Complete through your PlayMetrics C3SA/member account tile.

05

SafeSport Training (Free)

Complete through your PlayMetrics C3SA/member account tile.

06

Optional: Online CPR Training (Free)

The Town requires at least one CPR-certified adult per team. Complete the NAYS CPR training if needed.

Season Renewal

Returning Volunteers

01

Register in PlayMetrics

02

Renew NAYS Membership

  • Visit NAYS and click "Renew" in the top menu.
  • NAYS coach training does not expire.
  • Annual membership renewal is required.
03

Renew C3SA Background Check

  • Expires every 2 years.
  • Opens August 2nd.
  • WSA will announce when the portal opens.
04

Complete SafeSport Refresher

  • Expires every August 1.
  • Opens August 2nd.
  • Required annually.
  • WSA will send an announcement to all volunteers.
We're Here to Help

Need Help With Registration or Training?

Have questions about your volunteer requirements? Reach out to our team for assistance.

Kathleen Galley WSA Registrar — Registration & Training registrar@westportsoccer.org
Tara McCarthy WSA Risk Director RiskManagement@westportsoccer.org