FWYSA Rec Registration
Welcome Coaches New & Old!
We are so grateful that you are coaching our players. We want to make this as enjoyable as we can for all of you!
COACHES MEETING AUGUST 8TH IN THE SOCCER OFFICE AT BENBROOK 1655 WINSCOTT
U9 AND UP TEAMS 9 AM
10 AM FOR U6 TO U8 TEAMS.IF YOU COACH 2 TEAMS YOU CAN PICK ONE OF THE TIMES AND IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS THERE WILL BE TIME TO ASK
We have put our league information and things you need to know on the website for easy access.
All the information you will need is on this page.
If you can not find something Kristin is always here to help email kristinm@fwyouthsoccer.org
We are really trying to improve the experience for all our coaches, players, and families so they get the best out of FWYSA and come back year after year!
U9 AND UP RECEIVE
1ST AND 2ND PLACE AWARDS.
Hello Coaches,
I want to thank you for volunteering your time, energy, and love for the game, and being a positive role model for our youth.
Two years in a row, we have brought in a record number of brand-new referees. More important, we are retaining referees. Last year, we had 17 graduating seniors on our referee team. 12 of them worked regularly for FWYSA. This year, we will have 22 graduating seniors – about 15 of them are regulars for us. Many of them started when they were 13. They are not giving up. They are staying with the referee program. They stay because it’s an awesome opportunity to make money doing something that is challenging, very rewarding when all goes well.
40 and counting new people have joined the FWYSA referee program since July 18th. Most of them are the average age of a referee – 13-14 years old. We are getting a lot more adults in the program. Word is out that if you want to have fun, be provided with mentoring and opportunities to make money – referee for Fort Worth Youth Soccer.
THANK YOU for being awesome coaches. Not only do you coach to win, to enjoy the game, to promote awesome sportsmanship but you have clearly communicated to your parents, players – respect the referees.
Thank you for allowing me and my mentors to coach our referees.
I continue to welcome any feedback that can provide me insight into areas where I need to coach on.
Always include – date, time, venue, field #, your team’s name. Provide specifics of what I need to coach on and I follow up with the referee(s).
I look forward to a great fall 2026 season.
Ann Hicks
Fort Worth Youth Referee Assignor
Here’s the weblink to the NTX COACHING RESOURCES OR CLICK THE QR CODE
Coaches who need some advice, below are our FWYSA Coaches to help you – by player birthyear:
Kyle O’Keefe (2019/2020) kyletcu@gmail.com
Alexis Dujan (2014 2013 2012) alexis.dujan@alcon.com
Please review so that you have the information you need to coach your team
Click below each link
Laws of the Game Fall 26
Referee Page
Referee Abuse Prevention
ALL FWYSA FAMILIES NEED TO BE SIGNED UP FOR
FWYSA WEATHER TEXT
THIS WILL NOTIFY ANY CHANGES FOR BENBROOK SOCCER AND WESTSIDE SOCCER COMPLEXES.
TEXT 84483 THEN TYPE fwysasoccer send
FWYSA has an instgram account finally! Please follow us on Instagram @FWYSA26
Coaches Meeting FALL 2026
- Coaches – all coaches are volunteers and must be listed on the roster. If a coach not listed on the roster is not at the game the game will be forfeited.
- Rosters are final. The only players placed now are late registrations on teams that still have openings.
- Uniforms – Uniform #’s put onto roster. By SEPT 12TH
- Respect the referees
- Home team sits on the North and West Side visitors sit on South and East side VES
- If colors conflict home team changes or wear pennies so be prepared.
- U6 and u7 need at least 2 coaches on the roster 3 would be better in case someone cannot make a game.
- U6 coaches are on the field
- U7 coaches are no longer on the field.
- Coaches are responsible for their sidelines and parent behavior. Set the tone early.
- Tents – no stakes
- Rained out sign up
- Pictures for coaches and players.
- Practice Fields 4v4 and 7v7 fields $25 a day/night
- Practice goals rent for the season 4×6
- Email fwysa@fwyouthsoccer.org for practice field registration or for goals
IMPORTANT DATES / INFO
FALL 26 Season Start dates: U9 and up – AUGUST 22ND, 2026
JATO DINOS U6 to U8 – SEPT 12TH, 2026
Coaches Meeting AUGUST 8TH at 9:00AM Benbrook Soccer Complex 1655 Winscott
FWYSA Coaches “Meet and Greet” after meeting.
U6, U7, & U8: Coach Clinic directly after the meeting.
All games should be done by NOVEMBER 7TH or before.
Any games that need to be rescheduled due to weather will be rescheduled on weeknights
U4/5 JATO DINOS: 7 SESSIONS
U6 THRU U8: 8 GAMES
U9 AND UP: 10 GAMES
ALL TEAMS HAVE BEEN ADDED TO GOTSPORT TEAM APP
Coach
Important Information
- Click here for the Public Schedule
- Click scoring input Pin: 1234
- Enter https://system.gotsport.com/org_event/events/49879 YOUR MATCH #
- Enter the Scores & Misconducts Cards
REMINDER: Only 3 goals are counted for standings no need to run up your score. Everyone wants to enjoy the game.
Hello Wonderful Coaches,
Thank you for volunteering your time and energy to coach the kids. Thank you for setting a great example in sportsmanship and leading so many of the youth in the community.
Please know that I am the primary coach of the referees for FT Worth Youth Soccer. I, like you, give lots of time to developing our team of referees. I have a team of mentors (age range 14 +) that help me work with our newest referees. These mentors are good with people, set a solid example and love refereeing.
We have added many brand-new referees to the FT Worth referee roster. It is our goal to RETAIN every referee that meets our criteria of high standards – works hard, is teachable and reliable. Our goal is to get them on the fields ASAP on entry level games with a mentor(s). When they get off to a FUN start and getting game assignments consecutive weekends – this helps them stay in the program.
I hold the referees to high standards setting a high bar of expectations for those working FT Worth games. We expect: 100% work ethic, a positive attitude, to be reliable, prepared, and professional in appearance and attitude. We expect them to show up on time, know their schedule and be able to work well with others. We expect they will make mistakes – it is a given. We tell them, relax, give us your best and if you are teachable from game one and show steady improvement, bring the other characteristics – you will get games for FT Worth Soccer.
We set a high standard, spell out our expectations with the goal of building our amazing team of referees. Set the bar high – people will rise to the challenge.
We have an amazing team of referees that serve the FT Worth games.
Can you help us with one thing please?
Please help us by reminding your parents/spectators what their role is – make it real clear, it is not to interfere with the referee(s).
Remind them, referees are doing their best. Referees will make mistakes (not intentionally) and that is part of the game. The longer they stay in the program, the better they will get.
New referees assume that coaches and parents know the laws, and the modified youth rules of the game. When comments (correct/incorrect) are made from a coach/fan, our younger referees are easily swayed. They are not equipped to handle interference.
Every weekend, we see the fields lined with hundreds of AWESOME fans. We also see and hear fans inserting themselves into the game in a manner that is not helpful to the referee, thus the game. I often hear spectators count the number of “missed” handballs. I see some coaches, spectators walk towards an Assistant Referee (AR) in a quick, intimidating pace, and sometimes politely. Asking, “weren’t they offside?” OR “what did the referee just call?” OR dispute a re-start decision. Polite or not, it’s not helpful because 95% are not equipped to handle any “extra” outside interference. They are doing their best to work with a crew member, make correct re-start decisions, displaying proper mechanics and recognizing fouls. The newest referee is sometimes just wanting to “make it through” the game.
For most referees, this their first job. We are teaching job skills, people skills and confident body language in 60-minute intervals. We can effectively teach for what happens ON the field – fouls, positioning, movement, re-starts, etc. Please remind your parents, assistant coaches to not ask for explanations or call out contradicting commentaries.
Remind everyone associated with your team that our youngest, newest referees need an environment that is free from outside interference.
I have attached a word doc with some helpful clarifications on Substitutions, jewelry, handballs, offside and throw-ins. 5 areas that bring on the most frequent comments.
I enjoy what I do. I give you my best and take pride in the referees working FT Worth Youth games. We are very fortunate to have an incredible team of “experienced” referees that referee for us and help mentor new referees.
All referees will give you their absolute best, they will make mistakes and if they are teachable and work hard, show up on time and continually get better, they will referee for FT Worth Youth Soccer.
Thank you for ensuring a great environment for your players, our referees and everyone that watches the game.
Have a great Spring season.
FT Worth Referee Assignor
Ann Hicks
USSF Regional Referee Emeritus – 31 years
USSF Regional Referee Coach
North Texas State Youth Referee Administrator
Laws of the Game Clarifications Fall 2025
Referees – GREEN Badges
Beginning 2026 – ALL referees 17 and under that become a referee are given a GREEN badge. All referees 17 and under at the time of recertifying will be sent a GREEN badge. See this message from US Soccer.
As part of our Respect the Call campaign, 2026 referee badges — including the new Green Badge for referees under 18 — are now on their way to all our states! This visible symbol is a reminder to support and protect our youngest officials. You play a key role in sharing this message and creating a positive environment for youth in refereeing. Here’s a letter from Kari Seitz, US Soccer VP Referees regarding the implementation of this program, also available here.
Fort Worth Youth Soccer Association
Quick Links
RETURNING AND NEW COACHES AND MANAGERS
Event
01 Jun, 2026 - 01 Jun, 2027
PRACTICE FIELDS / GAME FIELD RENTAL-FALL 26
Boys & Girls -Open
FORT WORTH, TX
PRACTICE RENTAL GAME FIELD RENTAL
CONTACT US: Janet Norman
Email: fwysa@fwyouthsoccer.org
After 4 pm email and we will get back with you the next business day
FWYSA New Policy – Fall 2026
Please Respect Our Referees and FWYSA Staff
FWYSA is committed to providing a positive, safe, and respectful environment for all players, referees, coaches, volunteers, and families.
Effective Fall 2026:
If a referee requests that a coach have a parent or spectator leave the game due to inappropriate behavior, the player associated with that parent or spectator must also leave the game at that time.
- The parent/spectator will receive a minimum one-game suspension.
- A $75.00 fine will be assessed to the parent/spectator.
- The player will not be suspended and will be eligible to participate in the team’s next scheduled game.
- The $75.00 fine must be paid before the team’s next game. Failure to pay the fine may result in additional sanctions.
We ask all parents and spectators to set a positive example by displaying good sportsmanship, respecting our referees, supporting all players, and helping create an enjoyable experience for everyone involved.
Thank you for helping make FWYSA a positive place to play, learn, and grow.
FWYSA Parent Monitor Responsibilities
To help ensure a safe, organized, and enjoyable game-day experience, each team must provide one Parent Monitor for every game.
Parent Monitor Duties
- The Parent Monitor will be stationed on the sideline near the team’s coach throughout the game.
- The Parent Monitor must have a cell phone available during the match.
- FWYSA will provide a dedicated Ring Central phone number. The number will include:
- An extension for Benbrook Soccer Complex
- An extension for Westside Soccer Complex
- Parent Monitors should save the Grasshopper number in their phone for quick access.
- If assistance is needed, the Parent Monitor can call or text the Grasshopper number with:
- The field number
- A brief description of the issue
- Messages will be received by a staff member, who will immediately relay the information to the appropriate field staff.
Parent Monitor Responsibilities Include
- Helping maintain a positive and respectful sideline environment.
- Politely reminding coaches, players, and spectators that no warm-ups are permitted inside the 18-yard box (goal box). This helps protect the goal areas from excessive wear and keeps the fields in the best possible condition throughout the season.
- Notifying FWYSA staff of any disturbances, safety concerns, or unsportsmanlike behavior.
- Contacting staff immediately if a referee requests assistance.
- Serving as the primary point of communication between the field and FWYSA staff when issues arise.
Parent Monitors play an important role in helping provide a safe, respectful, and enjoyable environment for all players, coaches, referees, and families. Thank you for volunteering and supporting FWYSA!
To all our FWYSA and Outside Teams, we wanted you to be aware of a new league policy. Recently there have been way too many incidents around North Texas Soccer involving abusive behavior toward referees. It is especially disturbing when directed toward younger referees who are simply trying to learn their trade just as the young players are.
Reminder About Tents
Please Do Not Stake Your Tent Into The Ground Only Use Sandbags Or Weights And Please Make Sure They Are Not Interfering With The Sideline For Our Ar S Or Another Sideline
Also Please Leave Your Pets At Home Dogs Are Not Allowed On The Complexes If You Bring Your Dog You Will Be Asked To Leave The Playing Area But Can Watch From The Parking Lot
Thank You For Adherring To The Rules Of The Complex
Each season FWYSA will extend to its membership the No Victory without Honor® Program, powered by our partner, Xara Soccer. Please visit www.fwyouthsoccer.org/page/show/2500006-no-victory-without-honor-pledge to take the Pledge! We are asking that all parents, coaches, administrators and players engage in this exercise, as we seek to support the creation of the safest and most sportsmanship driven playing environment in the country.
Each time an FWYSA member takes the NVWHH Pledge, we all benefit as a community… so please do your part
for this effort today and seek out our Pledge on the permanent boards at Benbrook and Westside!
To Receive Text Messages On Field Conditions
Sign Up On Rainedout.net
OR
From your Cell Phone,
Text fwysasoccer to 84483
We have had a few break-ins this weekend please make sure you put all valuables out of sight. The thieves are looking for things left out and also if they see a woman without a purse they go back to their car and look. We have contacted the police and asked for more drive-thrus but it starts with being smart HIDE them away!
Hello Coaches,
I want to thank you for volunteering your time, energy, and love for the game, and being a positive role model for our youth.
Since July 13, we have added 31 brand new referees to our referee team and more are completing the 2-part referee course, bringing our number of new referees to 38. This is unheard of.
I serve as a volunteer for North Texas Soccer Referee Program. I help thousands of people navigate the process to become a referee. I have access to the data, the numbers of every association, how referees they retain, how many they recruit.
This number of 38 new people, most of them are the average age of a referee – 13-14 years old. Word is out that if you want to have fun, be provided with mentoring and opportunities to make money – referee for Fort Worth Youth Soccer.
This happens because of the welcoming environment of Fort Worth Youth Soccer. This happens because we have a hands on, all volunteer board with the common goal – provide a solid, fun experience for all that sign up, this includes our referees.
THANK YOU for being awesome coaches. Not only do you coach to win, to enjoy the game, to promote awesome sportsmanship but you have clearly communicated to your parents, players – respect the referees.
Thank you for allowing me and my mentors to coach our referees.
I continue to welcome any feedback that can provide me insight into areas where I need to coach on.
Always include – date, time, venue, field #, your team’s name. Provide specifics of what I need to coach on and I follow up with the referee(s).
Please use these 2 helpful documents, share them with your parents. These 2 documents have had the desired effect in our program.
Green is in the Mail
You will see from week one our younger, brand-new referees wearing a green badge. ALL referees from here on out that are 17 and younger will be given a green badge. Please note, we have at least one hundred younger referees that have their 2025 badges. When they recertify for 2026, US Soccer will send them a green badge.
A message from US Soccer – As part of our Respect the Call campaign, 2026 referee badges — including the new Green Badge for referees under 18 — are now on their way to all our states! This visible symbol is a reminder to support and protect our youngest officials. You play a key role in sharing this message and creating a positive environment for youth in refereeing. Here is a letter from Kari Seitz, the implementation of this program, also available here.
I look forward to a fantastic fall 2025 season.
Ann Hicks
Fort Worth Youth Soccer Referee Assignor
Ahicks_1@sbcglobal.net