North Okanagan Youth Soccer Association - Vernon Soccer Association

BRITISH COLUMBIA SOCCER ASSOCIATION
DISTRICT DEVELOPMENT CENTRE VISITING PROGRAM

What is a District Development Centre?

The British Columbia Soccer Associations District Development Centre Program has been developed to establish a Provincial wide Development strategy as it pertains to Players, Coaches and Officials participating in the game of soccer within BC.

The establishment of a recognized structure for the development of the game and it's participants within British Columbia are a key components to this strategy. The creation of this structure will assist the Technical Department in becoming more efficient and progressive in implementing its Province wide Player, Coaching and Officials Development programming.

What are the benefits of being involved in a DDC Program?

The District Development Centre Program will provide a sustainable, recognized and supported development program. This program will offer the following to its players and coaches.

Established Player Development Guidelines and the Introduction of a Monitoring and Reporting Structure
Standardized Visiting Schedule for Player and Coaching Evaluations
Development Information / Resource Material for Players, Coaches and Officials Policies and Procedures for Access to National Training Centre Programming, Provincial Teams Programming, Y League and Intra Provincial League Programming for Players, Coaches and Officials
Coaching and Officials Certification Programming and Support
Opportunities for Management and Leadership Roles within Regional Programming and Competition (i.e. Intra Provincial League)

The establishment of the District Development Centre Program was only the first step; the second will be the consistent nurturing, evaluation and encouragement of the Players, Coaches and Officials to reach their goals. It will be through a monthly visiting schedule that the Technical Department will be able to provide information, guidance and monitor the methodology of each of the centres. In addition to this visiting schedule the District Development Centre Program will provide an environment which will challenge the players.