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PHMFA COACHES
We are excited to announce Penn Hills Midget Football is now part of the Big East Youth Football League.
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It is of utmost importance that our coaches as well as all members of the PHMFA carry themselves with respect for our program and the same toward all other spectators, officials, players and coaches of all the other Big Eastorganizations.
NO MISCONDUCT which is within the Zero Tolerance Policy or Bylaws of the PHMFA as well as the Big East, WILL NOTBE TOLERATED ● Any member in violation of our Zero Tolerance policy or anyone who in the minds of the PHMFA is detrimental to our organization will be expelled from the PHMFA.
As a coach of the PHMFA you are held to a higher standard and with that comes a responsibility to handle issues in a professional manner ● The board understands the amount of work that is involved with coaching youth football and the unwanted conflict that can arise between parents and coaches. We ask that any issue between a parent and coach be brought to the attention of the Team parent for resolution ○ All members including coaches reserve the right to have the PHMFA Board present during any Resolution efforts put forth by the Team Parents.
All PHMFA coaching Positions are Volunteer. All Head coach positions are decided yearly by the PHMFA Executive Board.
PHMFA Head Coach:
What is considered when deciding on a head coach:
● Experience in the PHMFA
● Experience as a football head coach/ assistant coach
● Experience in youth sports/child care
● Availability
● Criminal Background/References
Head coaches will retain their position for the length of the current year’s season.If a head coach is unable to fulfill his duty, the PHMFA asks that this be communicated directly to the Football Coordinator so a replacement can be found as soon as possible.
Head Coach Expectations
● To be at all practices and games
● To be at any and all events involving their team
● Attend board called meetings
● Communicate pertinent information to team parent
● Keep team rosters on hand
● Maintain coaches bag with supplies & player equipment at all practices and games
● Be aware of any disclosed medical issues players have
● Hold child’s inhalers
● Build a functional coaching staff and practice routine within the PHMFA. ● Dress in uniform. (PHMFA will do its best to provide as much assistance as possible to outfit the coaching staff with uniforms)
● To be approachable/respectful
● To be responsible for his staff
PHMFA Assistant Coaches
We welcome anyone who wishes to coach in the PHMFA regardless of their level of expertise.
What is expected from an assistant coach:
● Knowledge in sports or child care
● Availability
● Criminal background/references
● Dress in uniform
● Be productive All assistant coaches are to report directly to their teams Head coach for direction and instructions pertaining to in season events, practices, games, etc.
Fines:
All leagues carry fines which are charged for infractions to their rules. Any coach who’s behavior results in a fine will be required to pay said fine and can and most likely result in a suspension by the league. (see bylaws for rules and fines) We understand the passion which goes into leading a team. Youth Football is a very competitive sport which requires a substantial amount of self control from its Coaches parents staff and spectators. The PHMFA Head coaches should carry themselves high above this expectation.
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