WESA COACH SQUAD
Everything you need to know about getting involved in team management, coaching, mentoring, and league leadership.
Upcoming Coach Squad DATES
- NEW DATE! Team Building Coach Squad online Clinic is at 630pm, Thursday, February 19, 2026, includes the Field Days and Draft preparation procedures for 2026 (for all new & fresh Coaches)
2. Pre-Draft FIELD DAY #1. 12pm Saturday, February 21, 2026 at Strathcona Park
COACHES CONFERENCE SUNDAY in Strathcona - Sunday, March 1, 2026 - mandatory for all Coaches
3. Pre-Draft FIELD DAY #2 at 10am Sunday, March 1, Strathcona Park followed by
4. 12pm LUNCH
5.Team Management Meeting with Gord A & Sean HC
6. Team Management Clinic with Pat K & Sean HC (for all new & fresh Coaches / all welcome)
7. Mock Draft with Dan J and Gord A (for all new & fresh Coaches)
Key Resources
Key Resources
Questions? Email Sean HC at commissioner (at) wesa.net
WESA Coach Squad
Who we are
The WESA Coach Squad is a group of members who step up to help shape the experience of our league—on and off the field.
They’re teammates who choose to:
- Support players and manage teams
- Run clinics, scrimmages, and learning moments
- Help keep the league organized and running smoothly
- Champion Sportsmanship, Inclusion, and Pride
At its core, the Coach Squad is about people helping people—building a league where everyone feels they belong.
What it means to be part of the Coach Squad
Coach Squad members aren’t expected to be perfect—they’re expected to show up with care, consistency, and a willingness to grow.
They:
- Stay positive and supportive
- Commit to learning and improving
- Understand the game (including scorekeeping and rules)
- Follow WESA’s Code of Conduct and leadership expectations
- Respect the history and traditions of the league
- Support and mentor other members
- Encourage others to get involved
Getting Started
There’s no single path into coaching—just a first step.
You might:
- Volunteer during the season or pre-season
- Learn the game through scorekeeping and rules
- Help out at clinics, events, or with equipment
- Join a committee or support league initiatives
Many coaches start simply by saying: “I’m interested.”
Team Management in WESA
Each team is supported by a Coaching Pair:
- Team Manager (Head Coach)
- 2nd Coach
Together, they:
- Lead the team
- Support players
- Create a positive and inclusive team environment
While the Team Manager sets direction, the Coaching Pair works together to share responsibility, support one another, and build a strong team culture.
We also encourage:
- New members to step into coaching roles
- Experienced coaches to mentor others
- Additional Assistant Coaches to be part of the learning journey
Why it matters
Many WESA players are new to team sports.
The Coach Squad helps ensure that:
- Every player feels welcome
- Every team has support
- The game stays fun, fair, and inclusive
Coaches carry forward the spirit of WESA—and help build what comes next.
Because WESA is, and always has been: Team Built.
Ready to take the next step? Here’s how coaching grows in WESA:
Coach Squad Clinics
WESA Coaching Journey
Six Milestones. One Community. Coaching in WESA is something you grow into.
These milestones reflect real moments—on and off the field—where members step into leadership, build confidence, and help others feel where they belong.
1. Step In
“I’m getting involved.”
- Volunteer, help out, or support your team
- Learn the basics of WESA culture and expectations
- Attend a clinic or simply start showing up
Every coach begins here
2. Support a Team
“I’m part of the coaching group.”
- Take on an Assistant Coach role
- Help run drills, manage games, and support players
- Gain experience across a full season
This is where confidence starts to build
3. Support Fair Play
“I understand how the game works in WESA.”
- Learn how player assessments and ratings are applied
- Understand how divisions are structured for inclusion and safety
- Make decisions that support fairness and balanced play
Fair play is built by informed coaches
4. Lead Moments
“I’m leading players and situations.”
- Take ownership of parts of the team
- Lead drills, lineups, or in-game decisions
- Begin shaping team culture and experience
Leadership starts in moments
5. Run the Team
“I help lead the team.”
- Step into a 2nd Coach or Team Manager role
- Share responsibility for team operations and decisions
- Build a positive, inclusive team environment
This is where leadership becomes consistent
6. Grow Others
“I help develop coaches and community.”
- Mentor new coaches and Assistant Coaches
- Lead clinics or support Coach Squad development
- Give back to the league and strengthen the community
Great coaches grow more than teams—they grow people
How Clinics Fit In
WESA clinics support every stage of this journey—but they are just one part of how coaches grow.
- Foundations → supports Step In
- Leadership & Team Building → supports Lead Moments
- Team Management → supports Run the Team
- Coaching the Coach → supports Grow Others
- Scorekeeping → supports Support Fair Play
SPORTSMANSHIP. INCLUSION. PRIDE. We are WESA!
PAST COACH SQUAD EVENTS
Coaches Retreats
WESA's Coaches got together with the WESA Commission to learn from each other and plan ahead on issues of Team Management and improving communicating our expectations.
The Autumn Mini-Retreats were focused on discussing ways to improve the Coaching experience and that of the Members. There were three Retreats in November of each 2022, 2023, and 2024. What came out of those instensive meetings was inspirational and a reminder that WESA matters a great deal to many in our community.
2023 WESA Coaches Mini-Retreat, Saturdya, November 5, 2022, 1177 Hornby Street
2024 WESA Coaches Mini-Retreat, Saturday, November 4, 2023, Gordon Neighbourhood House (see pics)
2025 WESA Coaches Mini-Retreat, Sunday, November 3, 2024, Moxies West Georgia (see pics)
Coach Squad Clinics:
Team Leadership, Saturday, March 2, 2024
Lead by Brooks McNiven, Inside Performance
Moxies West Georgia (see pics)
Team Management, Sunday, November 3, 2024
Lead by Sean HC and Peter H
Moxies West Georgia (see pics)
Team Building, Sunday, February 23, 2025
Lead by Sean H and Colin B
Online
Scorekeeping, Thursday, April 10, 2025
Lead by Nate A and Sean HC
Online
Coaching the Coach, Saturday, April 26, 2025
Lead by Tommy J and Ian G
Strathcona Park (pic)
Foundations of Coaching, Thursday, November 6, 2025
Lead by TBD
Online
WESA 2024 Coaches' Mini-Retreat
Saturday, November 2, 2023
Members of the league Coaching Pairs from the 2023 Season came together to discuss various topics including the shared goals and hopes for next season.
Coaching Clinic on Team Management
Sunday, November 3, 2024
at Moxies West Georgia, 180 West Georgia Street)
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