The Nelson Soccer Association (NSA) is a non-profit community soccer association whose mission is to provide all soccer players, coaches, officials and parents in Nelson and the surrounding area with programs and opportunities to learn, play and excel in the sport of soccer.
Managers Corner
Thank you for stepping up.
Thank you for volunteering as a Rep Team Manager and supporting Nelson Rep Soccer. Being a manager of a rep team is an important role and contributes to the success of our rep teams and the program as a whole. As manager you will work with the coaches and act as the liaison between them and the parents.
Certification
A Criminal Record Check is mandatory for all volunteers aged 19+. Your CRC is valid for 3 years.
- Visit the BC Justice eCRC Portal.
- Enter Access Code: AYF8YCE34G
- Select “Request a New Criminal Record Check”.
- Verify the organization is “Nelson Soccer Association”.
*If fingerprints are requested, visit the NSA office for a volunteer release letter to waive the police station fees.
Key Resources
Managers Handbook
A comprehensive guide outlining your duties, responsibilities, and best practices as a team manager.
Read Handbook
Guidelines for Adults Interacting with Children in Sport
Best practices for maintaining a safe, respectful, and professional environment for youth athletes.
View Guidelines
BC Soccer Discipline, Complaints and Appeals
Official procedures and policies for handling misconduct and appeals within BC Soccer.
Review Procedures
BC Soccer Rules and Regulations
The complete set of bylaws and policies governing soccer in British Columbia.
Read Rules
Forms for Parents
Rep Player Medical Release Form
Mandatory medical information and release form for all rep players.
Download Form
Player Code of Conduct
Expectations and behavioral standards for all youth players.
View Code
Parent Code of Conduct
Guidelines to ensure parents support a positive and respectful sporting environment.
View Code
Travel Safety Policy
Important safety protocols and expectations for teams traveling to tournaments.
Read Policy
Tournament Info & Resources
Tournament Tracking Sheet
A collaborative spreadsheet to help manage and track team tournament entries and logistics.
Open Tracker
Game Side Action Plan
Emergency action plan and protocols for managing game-day incidents.
View Plan
B Cup Provincial Resources
B Cup Provincials 2025 Regulations
Official rules, formats, and obligations for the Provincial B Cup.
View Regulations
COMET Login
Access the mandatory competition management expert system to upload rosters and ID cards.
Log In Now
BC Soccer COMET How-to Guide
Step-by-step instructions for navigating the COMET system.
Read Guide
Travel Forms
BC Soccer Out of Province Form
Required paperwork for teams competing outside of British Columbia.
Download Form
Canada Soccer International Participation Application
Application required for teams traveling to the USA or internationally.
Download Application
Coaches Locker Room
Thank you for stepping up.
By volunteering with NSA, you are committing to be a positive leader in the lives of our players. Whether you are leading U4 Minis or a U18 Rep team, your dedication makes our club possible. This portal contains everything you need to manage your team, plan your sessions, and meet your certification requirements.
National Coaching Standards
Safe Sport Training
Mandatory training to help recognize and prevent maltreatment in sport.
Start Training
Canada Soccer Requirements
Minimum certification and education standards for coaches at all levels.
View Requirements
Coach.ca Portal
The Coaching Association of Canada’s central hub for resources and NCCP certification.
Visit Portal
Coaches Dashboard
1. Get Certified
Instructions for Criminal Record Checks, Respect in Sport, and mandatory NCCP modules.
View Requirements
2. The Coaches Manual
Football education that includes everything you need to become a better coach. Unrivalled coaching content.
Access The Coaches Manual
3. Technical Tool Kit
Download season plans, weekly drills, and the “Stage 1-3” curriculum guides.
Access Tool Kit
4. Policies & Conduct
Review and sign the mandatory Coaches Code of Conduct.
Sign Here
5. Rep Program Policy
Review all policies and procedures related to managing and coaching a Rep team.
Review Policies
6. Coaches Library
Helpful resources, articles, and videos to expand your coaching knowledge.
Explore Library
Upcoming Coach Meetings
- U4-U6 (Active Start): TBD
- U8 (Fundamentals): TBD
- U10 Coaches: TBD
- U12 Coaches: TBD
Contact Technical Staff
Need help with a drill or have a player issue?
Contact our Technical Director for guidance and support.
Email Technical Director
Concussion Safety
NCCP Making Head Way Concussion eLearning
A free online series for all parents and coaches regarding concussion awareness.
Start Course
Concussion Awareness Training Tool
A brief, highly recommended online course for all players, parents, and coaches.
Take the Training
Coach.ca – Concussion Awareness
Guidelines and resources specifically tailored for coaches and trainers.
View Coach Guidelines
Coach.ca – Parent Guide
Essential concussion information designed specifically for parents and caregivers.
View Parent Guide
Returning To Play Strategy
Step-by-step protocols for safely reintegrating a player after a concussion.
Download Strategy





