Soccer Journal
Published seven times a year in print and once annually online, Soccer Journal is the Official Publication of USC and is one of the few publications in the world produced exclusively for soccer coaches. Each issue contains technical and tactical articles, news and updates on important events, thoughts from opinion leaders in the sport and features on the interesting people and issues of the game. The value of the subscription alone is worth the cost of membership.
Insurance
Members in the United States automatically receive $1 million in professional liability insurance, providing coverage for most soccer-related activities. The NSCAA’s insurance consultant also can provide information on camp insurance through the Coaches’ Choice program. For more information, contact Janice Briggs at Summit America Insurance Services at 800-955-1991.
Academy Programs
The benchmark of soccer coaching education is the USC Coaching Academy program. Comprised of a variety of diploma courses, special clinics and symposiums, the Academy program offers something for coaches at every level of the game, from the parent coach to the experienced college coach. This program enjoys the support of three corporate partners: Nike, the official apparel and equipment supplier for Academy programs; Kwik Goal, the official supplier of goals and field equipment for the Academy; and Gatorade, the official sports drink of the Academy. USC members always receive a discount on Academy events.
Convention
The USC Convention is “The World’s Largest Annual Gathering of Soccer Coaches.” Held each January, it includes clinics and lectures by some of the greatest minds in soccer and offers something for coaches at every level of the game. The Convention also is the site of the nation’s largest soccer-specific trade show, as well as meal, social and awards functions for soccer’s constituent groups. Members receive a significant discount on Convention registration.
Awards and Recognition
The USC administers an outstanding awards and recognition program which includes Coach of the Year, All-America, long-term service and special recognition awards, designed to recognize excellence in soccer, academics and service to the game. Regional and national rankings also are conducted for high school and college programs. In all, nearly 10,000 individual awards are presented by the USC each year. These awards and recognition are available only to USC member coaches and their players.
Web Page
Visit the USC on-line at www.UnitedSoccerCoaches.com for the latest in news and notes about the association and the game. The site includes coaching articles and tips, registration information and forms for upcoming events, the latest team rankings during the college and high school seasons and links to online learning programs from the English Football Association’s coaching education arm, FA Learning, which offers a variety of coaching courses. The National Center for Sports Safety provides access to a sports safety and first aid course. For more information, visit the Online Learning section of Unitedsoccercoaches.com. The site also includes a section reserved for members only which features special offers and additional coaching information.
Licensed Apparel
A full line of distinctive coaching gear sets you apart as a member of the USC through our licensed apparel program with Nike. USC has designated Eurosport as its Official Electronic and Direct Mail Retailer. That means USC members can purchase USC-logoed Nike products through Eurosport.
Special Discount Programs
USC negotiates special discount programs for its members in a variety of categories and services. These programs generally are available upon presentation of your USC membership card or a special discount number. The benefits offered in this program change as we identify new ways to serve our membership. The following is an overview of some of the current benefits:
Incentive Programs
We believe our best ambassadors are our current members. From time to time the NSCAA conducts membership drives and special contests to enable you to win prizes and discounts for bringing coaching colleagues into the USC family. A special anniversary program offers gift certificates to members who reach important USC membership milestones. It’s our way of saying “thank you” for being a member.
Giving Back to the Game
The USC family believes it is important to give back to the sport that has been so enjoyable and rewarding to coaches. That’s why we make annual contributions to important charitable organizations like Special Olympics, America Scores, Soccer in the Streets and others. These donations help the less fortunate enjoy the world’s greatest game. You can support this effort by making a contribution when you sign up or renew your membership.
The USC donates $2 of every fully paying member’s annual dues to the USC Foundation, which is dedicated to providing a legacy for the organization through such projects as a gallery at the National Soccer Hall of Fame and a permanent national headquarters for the organization.
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