Earn your coaching license close to home. The Wisconsin Youth Soccer Association is hosting a "D" License course February 22-24 and May 11-12 at Patrick Marsh Middle School (1351 Columbus St., Sun Prairie). 

In order to register for a ‘D’ License course you must:

• Have a minimum of two In Person Grassroots Courses (one of which must be 11V11) and one online Grassroots Module (any of the other courses) OR
• Hold a US Soccer E License and completed the online Introduction to Grassroots Coaching Module

Click to learn more and register. ​Deadline to register is Friday, February 8.

The Wisconsin Youth Soccer Association (WYSA) is offering its first Grassroots Coaching courses specifically for women coaches! Earn your 7V7 and/or 11V11 license at Madison La Follette High School on Sunday, March 10. Professional instructors and coaches, Carrie Barker and Shannon Smyth, will be presenting. Register for one or both licenses.

7V7 - 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Check in begins at 8:45 a.m.
11V11 - 2:30 p.m. -6:30 p.m. Check in at 1:45 p.m.

​Candidates must have completed the Introduction to Grassroots Coaching in order to register, which is an online module that takes about 20 minutes to finish. See the Digital Coaching Center for the introduction and registration.

Learn the “Sun Prairie Way”
 
Sun Prairie Soccer Club is building something great. We invite all of our coaches, U6 and up, to learn the “Sun Prairie Way” at our coaching training beginning on Monday, January 14. SPSC Director of Coaching Chad Wissler will lead coaching education (Classes 1-4) and membership education (Classes 5-6).
 
Coaches from in-house U6 to our U13+ teams are encouraged to join us to learn technical and game tactics as well as insights into player development. This is the start to our Club coaching program, which we will continue to build on during the spring season. Two opportunities are available for the first four class offerings – please attend one of each.
 
SPSC general membership, as well as coaches, is invited to Classes 5 and 6. Psychology of a Player (Class 5) focuses on developing players starting at U6 through high school. Our discussion will detail how players think and act at each age, which will tie into the age appropriate US Soccer approved curriculum.
 
The U6-8 Coaches Clinic is a separate offering in March. Coaches in this group are encouraged to attend this course in addition to the six class units.
 
Please contact Chad Wissler with any questions, spsc.doc.chad@gmail.com.
 
Class #1: Speed and Agility Training
Monday, January 14, Token Springs (LGI)
Classroom: 6:30-7:00 p.m.
Gym: 7:00-8:00 p.m. (if needed)
 
Tuesday, January 15, Token Springs (LGI)
Classroom: 6:30-7:00 p.m.
Gym: 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. (if needed)
 
Class #2 Technical Workouts
Monday, January 28, Patrick Marsh (Commons)
Classroom: 6:30-7:00 p.m.
Gym: 7:00-8:00 p.m. (if needed)
 
Wednesday, January 30, Patrick Marsh (Commons)
Classroom: 6:30-7:00 p.m.
Gym: 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. (if needed)
 
Class #3 Small Sided Games
Wednesday February 6, Patrick Marsh (Commons)
Classroom: 6:30-7:00 p.m.
Gym: 7:00-8:00 p.m. (if needed)
 
Thursday, February 7, Patrick Marsh (Commons)
Classroom: 6:30-7:00 p.m.
Gym Time: 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. (if needed)
 
Class #4 Roles and Responsibilities of Tactical Play
Monday, February 11, Token Springs (LGI)
Classroom: 6:30-7:00 p.m.
Gym: 7:00-8:00 p.m. (if needed)
 
Tuesday February 12, Token Springs (LGI)
Classroom: 6:30-7:00 p.m.
Gym: 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. (if needed)
 
Class #5 Psychology of a Player
Hosted by Charles Lindsay
Wednesday, February 20, Patrick Marsh (Commons)
Classroom: 6:30-7:30 p.m.
 
Class #6 Development/Vision of Our Players
Thursday, February 28, Patrick Marsh (Commons)
Classroom: 6:30-7:30pm
 
U6-8 Coaches Clinic
U6-8 coaches are invited to the six classes in addition to their own class
Monday, March 11, 6:00-7:30 p.m., Patrick Marsh (Commons)
Wednesday, March 13, 6:00-7:30 p.m., Patrick Marsh (Commons)

Registration is underway for spring only U9/10 Co-Ed Recreation! Deadline for enrollment is Monday, December 31.

• U9  |  $200  |  Birth Year 2010
• U10  |  $200  |  Birth Year 2009

All games on Sunday 9/9 at Royal Oaks and Carriage Hills are canceled. Managers, please follow the instructions from Linda Huttenhoff at MAYSA sent earlier this week to begin rescheduling.

All other fields are open for play.

Job Description
Position: Communications Director
This is a key role in the success of the Sun Prairie Soccer Club. Communication is what keeps our membership aware and up to date with information.  The primary responsibility of the SPSC Communications Director is to lead and execute strategies that both engage and inform members and potential members about all aspects of the club and it’s programs and activities through print, digital and social media platforms.  This position would attend Board meetings; this is not a position that holds a vote on the Board. The position works for the Sun Prairie Soccer Board and Club, and is a paid position.  
Time Commitment:  5-10 hours per week, and may increase or decrease during busier/slower times of the soccer season
 
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Experience in program communications and promotions across traditional, online and social media platforms.
  
• Leadership experience working collaboratively with volunteers, Board of Directors and program participants
  
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills.  
  
• Lead and manage multiple projects in a timely and effective manner.
  
• Engage the community as a lead representative for the club through key networking opportunities (other local clubs and schools)
  

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• BA or BS in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing or related field with 1-3 years related professional experience
  
• Strong individual and team player
  
• Ability to work effectively with volunteers
  
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects at once
  
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, in writing, electronically and excellent presentation skills to a variety of audiences
  
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations and deliver excellent customer service as the lead voice of the Club
  
• High level of integrity, diplomacy and initiative
  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office & Google Suites required, with strong Excel/database management skills
  
• Graphic design skills preferred
  
• Ability to keep a flexible schedule that may include "non-traditional" hours and “on call” type atmosphere
  

Cover letter, resumes and any supplemental creative samples should be sent to Dave Melum, President, president.spsc@gmail.com.

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U4, U6, & U8​
All fields are ready for play! There are no changes to the originally planned schedule.  Have a great day of soccer!

Please be mindful of neighborhood parking/Peace Lutheran, wear insect repellent and be prepared for morning dew on the grass.


U9 & U10
All HOME Sun Prairie  FIELD games are cancelled for games at Northside and Westside.   
MANAGERS:  Please follow the game rescheduling guidelines that were sent earlier this week from Linda Huttenhoff at MAYSA.

U11 -U15
We have a few teams playing home games this weekend.  These teams will be contacted with the alternate location shortly.  
Updates for Sunday game/practice activities will be posted mid-afternoon Saturday.

Thank you!

Dear SPSC Players and Families:

School is starting, we are meeting new teammates and our first league games are this weekend.  I am excited so many kids have chosen to play for Sun Prairie Soccer Club.  This year SPSC will have 56 teams ranging from U4 to U14/15 representing our community all over the State.  The forecast for the SPSC is bright!

Last year we embarked on a major initiative with the City of Sun Prairie.  I am thrilled to report the fields at Stoneridge Estates and Wyndham Hills Parks will be available this month.  We will utilize these fields this fall for practice as soon as we get the final clearance from the City. The improved fields will be our primary game fields for spring.  As soon as we get final clearance from the City we will notify teams so they can start utilizing them.

Next Thursday, September 13th, is Youth Night at the Sun Prairie High School Boys Varsity Soccer match against Parker (Janesville, WI). This is a very important night for the High School, as well as for SPSC. Many of the kids playing have come through the SPSC program and the support of our players at games is appreciated. This year Youth Night will be run a little different.  More details are forthcoming through the TeamSnap scheduled event.  The High School would like to acknowledge SPSC by having teams get introduced and walk out on the field with each of the varsity players. In the next few days your team will be sent the name of the player they will walk out on the field with and more detailed logistics information.  We will not be providing any gifts for individual players.  Prior to the games we do encourage SPSC teams to make signs in support of the High School team. We will also have poster board and markers at the game for on-site creations. Players, wear your SPSC jersey for free entry into the stadium.  Lets show our support for the Cardinals and come out in record numbers!

Without the leadership that is provided by the SPSC Board of Directors (BoD), we would be unable too operate.  The BoD is made up of ten volunteers that serve two year terms. Every year five board members terms expire and the club membership is required to fill those positions from those individuals interested in serving on the board. If you are interested in serving on the board, or know someone who would be a good candidate.  If a BoD position doesn’t suit you, we also need volunteers in other areas, including fundraising.  Just shoot me an email and we can determine what role would suit you best.  We also have staff roles that may be suited to your qualifications.  Get involved--your expertise is needed!

This summer the SPSC Staff worked tirelessly behind the scenes to coordinate a major statewide change in our registration system, new training opportunities (Next Level Training), and the general organization of our teams (players, volunteers, and coaches).  I do want to recognize the countless hours Mindy Ripp: Program Director, Chad Wissler: Director of Coaching, and Carrie Brown: Communications Director have worked in order to be ready for the year. Their dedication and the support are what allows us to provide a quality soccer experience to the over 700 players that wear the SPSC logo.

Thanks again for choosing to be part of the SPSC.  I look forward to connecting with you at Youth Night and throughout the coming season.

Dave Melum
President
Sun Prairie Soccer Club