Mass Youth Soccer requires each member organization to have a Risk Manager.
Massachusetts Youth Soccer and all affiliated organizations adult participants MUST adhere to all laws and policies as they relate to:
Adult Registration – Criminal Background Checks – SafeSport Abuse Prevention Training – Concussion Awareness Training – CORI Verification – MA Safe Soccer (Child Abuse and Misconduct Reporting) – Required Safety Policies
The role of the Risk Manager requires implementing and enforcing all adult risk management requirements and policies designed to help keep our children safe.
The adult registration link and risk management requirements for Fall 2023–Spring 2024 soccer year are found on the Adult Registration Process webpage; click HERE to access the webpage.
Sports Connect Login – use this link to log into Sports Connect to manage your adult member’s risk management requirements and update and review your registration information (“My Account”).
REGISTRATION ISSUES: For registration issues/duplicate accounts contact Sports Connect by clicking HERE and submitting a ticket (first priority service); scroll down to find the SUBMIT button. Second option call (855) 703-2558 during the hours listed below.
ADULT CREDENTIALS ARE REQUIRED FOR THE FALL 2023 – SPRING 2024 SOCCER REGISTRATION YEAR
Printing of adult credentials along with Risk Management requirement verifications/approvals are completed at the Association Level in Sports Connect. If you do not have Association User Permissions, please review the “How to Obtain Administrative User Access” document located on the right-hand side of this page, or contact the Mass Youth Soccer CORI/Risk Administrator at CORI@mayouthsoccer.org
A link to how to print your adult members mass youth soccer adult credential is located at the bottom of this page
Every adult member of all organizations affiliated with Massachusetts Youth Soccer are required to have a current Mass Youth Soccer Adult Credential.
The primary purpose of the Adult Credential is for all parents of children to feel comfortable that all adults involved with their training, safety, well-being, coaching, etc. have been properly background checked, completed required course trainings, and are in good standing (registered and affiliated, thus insured) by Mass Youth Soccer. Initially we are relying on each member organization (towns, clubs, and leagues) to act as an SRO (Self-Regulatory Organization) in making sure their adults comply by displaying and possessing the credential as described next.
When arriving at the field the adult must have in their possession and should have their credential worn around their neck. Then, in order not to hamper their activities (coaching, lining fields, running, etc.) they may, if necessary, store the credential with their personal belongings during that activity. Some leagues will require referees or other league officials to inspect for adult credentials and take specific actions if a credential is not present. If a coach has lost or misplaced their credential and has not secured a replacement in time for a sanctioned soccer activity, the league may permit them to show a saved photo of the credential on their phone or other electronic device (i.e., iPad) and have the referee submit this information in their game referee report.
In addition, as you prepare for the new soccer year, we ask all adults that will continue to coach/volunteer to reuse their plastic sleeve and lanyard from the previous year. The town or club, will then issue the adult a new credential insert/photo.
The Credentials are universal. If a coach has a valid credential, is registered and affiliated with Mass Youth Soccer and all organizations he or she is participating with and has met all Risk Management requirements, that adult can work with any of his or her listed member organizations. It is required that they also meet the requirements of the league (i.e., having a valid coach ID Pass Card).
Massachusetts Youth Soccer Association has no expectation that a referee will have any responsibilities for checking, managing, dealing with, or handling any issues related to adult credentials.
Adult credentials are issued by a person designated by a member organization (i.e., risk manager or registrar) who has access permissions in Sports Connect to print them.
Adult Credentials – Printing Checklist (in Sports Connect):
IMPORTANT: A credential will only print if all risk management requirements above are met.
Adult Credential Supplies:
Massachusetts Youth Soccer will supply you with the plastic sleeves and lanyards for your organization’s adult credentials. We recommend that you purchase perforated paper for the printing of credentials; you may purchase the correct size paper from any vendor you choose.
How to Order Credentials Lanyards and Plastic Sleeves
Please click the link below for directions for ordering lanyards, plastic sleeves, and printing your organizations credentials.
How to Order Credentials Lanyards and Plastic Sleeves
Lanyards and Plastic Sleeves Order Form
Below is the information for ordering the blank name tag insert for the credentials.
PC/Nametag can be reached at 888.354.7868
Adult Athlete = Player 18+
Who is considered an adult athlete? A player who is 18 years of age or older.
SafeSport and U.S. Soccer Adult Athlete Requirements
Player and Parent Responsibilities:
In addition, Adult Athletes are now considered Mandatory Reporters. If you know or suspect child abuse, you are required to report it to law enforcement and the Center for SafeSport, and to follow any additional state law requirements.
How to Manage the Requirements as an Organization’s Risk Manager:
How to Register/Credential an Under 18 as an Adult Participant
This guide shows step by step instructions on how to help an under 18 with player registration data in Sports Connect complete their Mass Youth Soccer Adult Registration.
This is a two step process:
NOTE: Under 18 coaches must always have a credentialed adult (i.e. an adult who is in fulfillment of ALL Mass Youth Soccer adult risk management requirements) on the sideline.
SafeSport- Under 18 Approved – upload/verify this document into the under 18 participant’s account in the SafeSport certificate spot.
How to Credential an Adult with Player Registration Data in Sports Connect
This guide shows step by step instructions on how to help an adult with player registration data in Sports Connect complete their required Mass Youth Soccer Adult Registration.
This is a two-step process:
Step-by-step plans to help you master your responsibilities with Sports Connect.