Selection of coaches to the HUYS Competitive Program shall be based on years of coaching experience at the competitive level, licensure, playing experience, demeanor, ability to work with youth players and their parents, ability to teach the game, commitment to national guidelines for age-appropriate training and development, and commitment to the mission and vision of HUYS. Selection shall be made by the Director of Coaching/Player Development subject to HUYS Board approval.

Head coaches within the HUYS Competitive Program shall have a State D license or above. This is a mandate from USYSNv for competitive team travel and competition in the State Cup and out-of-state tournaments. Additionally, all coaches must acquire and maintain a NYSCA Coaches Certification. Acquisition of national licenses and certifications are encouraged and supported by HUYS.

Coaches shall sign and abide by the Coaches Code of Ethics.

HUYS competitive coaches shall share their expertise and/or participate in educational clinics or workshops, as appropriate, to the benefit of HUYS recreational coaches and players.

Coaches within the HUYS Competitive Program understand that the Director of Coaching/Player Development has general oversight of the Competitive Program and will provide input and direction to coaches and when appropriate.

Players, coaches, administrators and parents shall be provided training and educational opportunities commensurate with national guidelines for the development of competitive soccer. All individuals participating in the HUYS Competitive Program are encouraged to take advantage of such training and educational opportunities.

Families of competitive team players should expect to pay a standard monthly assessment for coaching services and related expenses.

HUYS will help facilitate access to training sites; acquisition of needed equipment, uniforms, etc. for competitive teams and coaches, and promote its teams' participation in competitive soccer in the leagues, the state, and regional and national tournaments.