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Get Involved with SASA: Roles & Opportunities to Serve

San Angelo Soccer Association (SASA) is a volunteer-driven organization committed to building community through soccer. Whether you're looking to serve on the board, support a team, or help behind the scenes, there are meaningful ways to get involved. This guide outlines all opportunities to serve, what they require, and how to get started.

 

BOARD POSITIONS:

Age Group Commissioners

  • What is it? Commissioners act as the primary point of contact for all coaches and parents within their assigned age group.
  • Time Commitment: ~8 hours/week during the season; must be present at the complex for at least half of each game day. Required to be at all SASA tournaments/events.
  • Responsibilities:
    • Serve as liaison between parents for assigned age group and the board. If there are coach issues, you will coordinate with the Coaches Representative and Board to resolve 
    • Field parent questions and escalate issues when needed
    • Help verify coach compliance (SafeSport, GotSport, etc.)
    • Attend board meetings to vote and contribute to organizational growth
  • Who Supports Me? Other commissioners, the registrar, coaches rep, and the executive board.
  • How to Sign Up: Email [email protected] CC [email protected] with your letter of intent and desired age group if any.

 

Field Director

  • What is it? Ensures the facility is operational, safe, and ready on game day.
  • Time Commitment: Variable dependent upon field needs and priorities. Expect at least 8-12 hours per week during the season.
    Responsibilities:
    • Open/close complex on game day
    • Confirm field readiness (nets, holes, lines, flags)
    • Maintain SASA-owned field equipment
  • Who Supports Me? Board officers and field marshals.
  • How to Sign Up: Email [email protected] CC [email protected] with your letter of intent

 

Field Marshal Volunteers

  • What is it? Field Marshals assist on game days by being visible, informed points of contact for families, coaches, referees, and board members.
  • Time Commitment: Shifts available in 1-3 hour blocks on Saturdays.
  • Responsibilities:
    • Wear a SASA vest and carry a walkie talkie to stay in touch with board members
    • Answer questions from parents and direct them to the right resources or areas of the complex
    • Check in with referees and board members periodically. Report activity that goes against Bylaws, Playbook, or otherwise negatively impacts the safe soccer environment
    • Support board members during field emergencies (injuries, equipment, etc.)
  • Why It Matters: Field Marshals improve communication, safety, and customer service at the complex.
  • Who Supports Me? Board, Field Director, and Referee Coordinator.
  • Best Practices Reference: Many grassroots and USYS-affiliated leagues use field marshals to reduce confusion, assist with emergencies, and support referees. They are especially important in large complexes where board members are not always immediately visible.
  • How to Sign Up: Email [email protected]

 

TEAM-LEVEL VOLUNTEER ROLES

Head Coach

  • What is it? The lead volunteer responsible for the team’s practices, games, and player experience.
  • Time Commitment: 3–4 hours/week during the season.
  • Responsibilities:
    • Plan and run practices using SASA resources or personal knowledge and experience
    • Communicate with parents to build and foster a safe and positive soccer environment
    • Focus on player and team development both on the field and in the community
    • Abide by all SASA Bylaws, Playbooks, and other governing requirements. 
  • Requirements: Must be certified in SafeSport and listed in GotSport. SASA provides training support.
  • How to Sign Up: During registration or by contacting your commissioner.

 

Assistant Coach

  • What is it? Supports the head coach during practices and games.
  • Time Commitment: 3-4 hours/week during the season.
  • Responsibilities:
    • Assist head coach Plan and run practices using SASA resources or personal knowledge and experience
    • Support head coach on game day, or step in when coach cannot be available. Assume all responsibilities of the Head Coach if necessary
    • Abide by all SASA Bylaws, Playbooks, and other governing requirements. 
  • Approval Required: Head Coach must submit written approval to SASA.
  • Requirements: SafeSport and GotSport compliance.

 

Team Manager

  • What is it? A team parent who supports communication and logistics.
  • Time Commitment: 1–2 hours/week.
  • Responsibilities:
    • Coordinate snacks, team communications, and updates
    • Help relay info from coaches to parents
    • May step in to coach games if both coaches are unavailable
  • Approval Required: Head Coach must email SASA with written approval.
  • Requirements: SafeSport and GotSport compliance.

READY TO JOIN?

Whether you have a little time or a lot, there is a role for you. We are stronger when more families participate.

To volunteer or express interest in a position:

Thank you for helping make SASA a cornerstone of San Angelo's soccer community.