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How to Deal with injuries as a Youth Soccer Coach

2007-01-26 00:00:00

First let me tell you that my advice is NOT a substitue for a proper class on first aid, this is only a list of tips and advice for coaches who do not have first aid training. You should seek out a proper first aid training certification. Have a plan It is important to have a well thought out plan for dealing with injuries and a written response plan for emergencies. Keep this in your coaching bag where you can pull it out and refer to it if necessary. Some points to consider in your plan are Is a first aid kit available? Do I have all of my players’ medical consent forms and emergency contacts with me at all times? Where is the nearest phone How do I get first aid and/or paramedics/ambulance? Do any of my assistant coaches or parent volunteers know first aid? Who will go for help if I need to attend to an injured player? Who will supervise other players if I need to summon help? Do my assistant coaches and players know the emergency plan? Injury Prevention An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Prevent injuries in every way possible. Some important steps that can help you in your injury prevention plan include the following:  Emphasise proper skill development, Inspect practice and game fields (e.g. look for holes, sprinkler heads, etc.).

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