Become a Coach for MLSA
Become a Coach for Mt. Lebanon Soccer!
Are you passionate about soccer and want to make a lasting impact on young athletes? Mt. Lebanon Soccer is looking for dedicated, enthusiastic coaches to join our team and help shape the next generation of soccer players. As a coach, you’ll have the opportunity to teach skills, build teamwork, and inspire players to reach their full potential both on and off the field.
Whether you're an experienced coach or someone eager to share your love of the game, we welcome individuals of all backgrounds to contribute to our positive, supportive soccer community. No prior coaching experience is required – we provide resources and training to ensure you're well-prepared to guide our players.
Why Coach with Mt. Lebanon Soccer?
- Make a difference in the lives of young athletes
- Develop leadership and coaching skills
- Be part of a respected soccer program
- Work with a supportive network of fellow coaches and staff
Ready to get started? Join us today and help create a fun, competitive, and educational environment for our players. Together, we’ll make Mt. Lebanon Soccer an unforgettable experience for everyone!
Coach Requirements for Mt. Lebanon Soccer
To become a coach with Mt. Lebanon Soccer, please complete the following steps:
1. Establish an Affinity Account
This is the PA West system used to store and manage coach clearances.
Create your Affinity Account here. Sports Connect
2. Upload the Required Documents into Your Affinity Account:
o Child Abuse Clearance - Go to www.compass.state.pa.us/cwis/public/home
o State Police Clearance - Go to epatch.state.pa.us
o FBI Clearance or Affidavit – Go to https://www.dhs.pa.gov/KeepKidsSafe/Clearances/Pages/FBI-Fingerprinting.aspx or volunteer_affidaviteditrev.pdf (pawest-soccer.org)
o Safesport Certificate – link: https://safesporttrained.org?KeyName=JJFAQsQPWNRj01edWcPr
o Photo of Yourself – A headshot is required to be uploaded to Affinity to complete your credentials.
o Free Introduction Coaching Course
Complete the U.S. Soccer Learning Center Intro Course and screenshot your completion.Email the screenshot to info@mlsa.org.
For any questions or assistance, please email info@mlsa.org.
Credential Chart:
Travel | Academy | Winter | Summer | Camp | |
Item | Coach | Coach | Coach | Coach | Coach |
Photo / Headshot | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
State Police | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Child Abuse | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
FBI/Affidavit | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Safesport Clearance | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Coaching Introduction | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |