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  • HOME
    • About Us
    • Volunteering
  • COMPETITIVE
    • 2025/26 Competitive Tryouts
    • 2024/25 Competitive Season
    • About Competitive
  • RECREATION
    • About Rec Soccer
    • SPRING Rec
    • SPRING TinyTykes
    • Summer Kicks - 2025
  • CAMPS & CLINICS
    • Camps & Clinics
  • PLAYERS
    • Player Development
    • Skills Pyramid
      • Stage 1 - 3,4,5 yrs
      • Stage 2 - 6,7,8 yrs
      • Stage 3 - 9,10,11 yrs
      • Stage 4 - 12,13,14 yrs
      • Stage 5 - 15-18+ yrs
    • College Scholarship Application
    • Jersey/Gear Ordering
  • COACHING
    • About Coaching
    • Coach Resources
    • Coaching Award
  • SEASIDE CLASSIC
    • Tournament Home
    • Coaches/Managers/Referees
    • Schedules/Results
    • Locations
    • Tournament Rules
    • Lodging/Attractions
    • Vendors
    • Volunteers
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VOLUNTEERING AT SOUTH COUNTY YOUTH SOCCER CLUB


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we love our volunteers

As a non-profit organization, the success of South County Youth Soccer Club is dependent on its dedicated Board of Directors and Volunteers.
  • ​Are you interested in joining our Board of Directors? Please read the FAQ below to learn more about the opportunity, or email our Club President.
  • Volunteering to coach is another very important way you can help the club and make a difference! To learn more about coaching, please click here.
  • Finally, our biggest (and currently our only!) fundraiser is the annual Seaside Classic tournament in July. Running a tournament for 225+ teams is a lot of work, and we are always looking for help! If you are interested in helping to plan, set up, or operate the tournament, please visit the Seaside Classic website to learn more about the roles and responsibilities and contact our Director of Volunteers to share your interest. 

board of Directors Nominations

We are currently accepting nominations for the following positions, which are up for election in January 2025:
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  • President
  • Secretary
  • Director of Competitive
  • Director of Tournaments
  • Director of Legal Affairs and General Counsel*
  • Director of Coaching
  • Director of Communications*
  • Director of Fundraising*
  • Director of Referees
  • Director of Volunteers

*These positions are currently vacant or expected to be vacant in January and are highest priority.

If you would like to nominate yourself, or someone you know, or if you would like to learn more about any or the positions, please email us.

​Board members will be formally re-elected/elected during the Club's Annual General Meeting on Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 8pm.

SCYSC Board Of Directors faq

1) If I join the SCYSC Board of Directors, what would my responsibilities be?
Individual members of the board have different role specific responsibilities. For example:
  • Some members have general responsibilities and oversite (President, VP, Secretary)
  • Some members are critical to the operations of our various soccer programs (Rec Director, Competitive Director, Director of Facilities/Equipment, Director of Referees)
  • Some members have responsibilities related to specific areas of expertise (Director of Finance, Director of Legal Affairs, Director of Communications, Director of Fundraising, Director of Tournaments)
  • Some members are At Large and we can customize their role
Together, the Board of Directors keeps SCYSC running smoothly! What does that mean?
  • Arrange soccer games and programs.
  • Enforce the rules of the South County Youth Soccer Club (SCYSC), Soccer Rhode Island, and the U.S. Youth Soccer Association.
  • Approve/reject any proposals made by membership of the organization and resolve any conflicts.
 Of course, advocating for SCYSC in the community and among your peers is a plus too!
 
2) How long do I commit to the role? 
Each term is 2 years. And if you are enjoying it, you can certainly seek additional terms!
At Large roles have a 1-year term.
 
3) How much time will I spend each month? 
Being on the board is a commitment. But a rewarding commitment! And it’s not rigid – there is flexibility to make it work for you and your schedule.
First, every board member should expect to attend one board meeting per month. Not so bad, right? Depending on your position, you may also participate in a monthly operations meeting. Ad-hoc meetings may come up every now and then, but we try to keep those to a minimum as we know time is a precious commodity in all our busy lives.

Next, our board members each have different responsibilities which require different levels of effort with ebbs and flows. A few examples:
Ex. 1: The Communications Director might have a few hours to spend on regular communications each month and when there is a big push for new program sign ups more time will be needed.
Ex. 2: The Tournament Director may spend a couple of hours each month planning for our annual tournament The Seaside Classic and assisting with entry into other tournaments. In the few months leading up to the Seaside Classic, he/she might need to dedicate more time on preparations and on site that weekend running the event.
Ex. 3: The Secretary’s responsibilities may demand a couple of hours each month preparing and sharing out meeting notes. Typically, the time commitment of the Secretary remains steady throughout the year.
 
Lastly, as a board member, lending an extra hand every now and then, such as helping at tryouts or our annual primary fundraising tournament, the Seaside Classic, is always appreciated and helps to ensure successful programs and events.
 
We recommend talking with the current/previous board member to best understand a specific role and time commitment involved.
 
4) Do I have to be a soccer expert?
A soccer background or a general love of the sport is great and will certainly help drive your passion for the role! With that said, depending on the position, it is not always a requirement.   

5) Is there a financial contribution required?
Nope! We know that your time and skills = money, so this is all we ask of you to help make our Club fun and successful for the kids! Any other contributions you might make are a bonus!
 
6) What should I do if I’m interested or want to nominate someone else?
Please email [email protected]. We will officially nominate new members in January and vote on the nominated positions at our Annual General Meeting in late January 2022.

7) What if I'm not quite ready to volunteer on the board or its not the right fit for me? Are there other ways I can help?
Of course - there are lots of ways to support the Club. 
  • We are always looking for volunteer coaches. If you are interested in coaching, please fill out a coaching application HERE.
  • We also need lots of help with the Seaside Classic tournament. Contact the Tournament Director HERE.​
  • Still not sure how you'd like to help? No problem. We would love to talk with you more to see what is a good fit! Please send an email to [email protected]

what our members have to say

"I can remember my children's first Recreation game with South. It was a beautiful Fall weekend and it seemed like the whole Town was at Tuckertown park that day. There were so many kids on the field having fun. I knew then I wanted to get more involved. As a volunteer coach and member of the board, I have been able to help kids fall in love with the game and have a direct impact on our community. I have absolutely enjoyed my decade+ volunteering with South County Youth Soccer."   
​- Mark Nadeau, Treasurer and Past President 2021-Present, President 2017-2021, At Large Board Member 2014-2016, Coach 2013-2019, Event Volunteer 2011-2013


“There are many roles needed to keep SCYSC going and if there are a lot of volunteers, the work is fulfilling and so much fun. Being able to make decisions to help grow our soccer programs while seeing the kids with smiles on their faces really enjoying the game, developing new friendships, and learning new skills has been very rewarding. Bonus? I myself have also made life-long friendships by being in this role. Not to mention the daily thank yous from so many supportive families which is also wonderful."
- Brian Kleczek, Registrar 2022-Present, Facilities and Equipment Director Jan 2020-2022, Recreation Director Jan 2017- Jan 2020

​“It takes a lot of people to have this organization run smoothly and it is truly amazing what everyone brings to the table. I have gained more knowledge of soccer than I ever thought along with meeting great people."   
- Stacy Gorman, Secretary July 2017 - Jan 2021
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South County Youth Soccer Club
P.O. Box 109, Wakefield, RI 02880       
Email: communication
@scysc.org
Phone: 401-782-8200  
  • HOME
    • About Us
    • Volunteering
  • COMPETITIVE
    • 2025/26 Competitive Tryouts
    • 2024/25 Competitive Season
    • About Competitive
  • RECREATION
    • About Rec Soccer
    • SPRING Rec
    • SPRING TinyTykes
    • Summer Kicks - 2025
  • CAMPS & CLINICS
    • Camps & Clinics
  • PLAYERS
    • Player Development
    • Skills Pyramid
      • Stage 1 - 3,4,5 yrs
      • Stage 2 - 6,7,8 yrs
      • Stage 3 - 9,10,11 yrs
      • Stage 4 - 12,13,14 yrs
      • Stage 5 - 15-18+ yrs
    • College Scholarship Application
    • Jersey/Gear Ordering
  • COACHING
    • About Coaching
    • Coach Resources
    • Coaching Award
  • SEASIDE CLASSIC
    • Tournament Home
    • Coaches/Managers/Referees
    • Schedules/Results
    • Locations
    • Tournament Rules
    • Lodging/Attractions
    • Vendors
    • Volunteers