The Hays Recreation Commission is in need of volunteer coaches for the spring flag football and soccer seasons.

“Coaching can be a very rewarding experience. As a volunteer coach, you are allowed to choose your practice times, as well as choose your assistant,” said Keith Smith, HRC youth sports director. “You are even able to choose to have your son or daughter’s friend to be on your team.”

Coaches for the following sports/age ranges are needed:

5-6 Boys Soccer needs 2 more coaches (16 teams total)
5-6 Girls Soccer needs 3 more coaches.(14 teams total)

7-8 Boys Soccer needs 2 more coaches (13 teams total)
7-8 Girls Soccer needs 6 more coaches (8 teams total)

9-10 (10 teams) and 11-14 (7 teams) Coaches have been filled!!!

6-8 Flag Football requires 7 more coaches (12 teams)

“The fewer coaches we have, the more bench time a child will receive,” Smith said. “We don’t feel that is the best way for a child to learn the activities we offer.”

Coaches are required to pass a background check and take the National Youth Sports Coaches online training. This training will also provide volunteer coaches with drills, ideas and techniques for coaching your team.

If you are interested or know anyone who would be, contact Smith at (785)623-2650 or email [email protected].