Summer Soccer Camps
The Cowichan Valley Soccer Association is offering two summer soccer camps for kids of all ages and ability levels. The camps run from July 16-20 and August 6-10. All camps are held at Sherman Road Soccer Park, 9-Noon. The cost is just $95.00 for the week, which includes a t-shirt. To register, click here to view and download the registration form which you will need to print out and return to the address indicated.
2012/13 Season Evaluations
All evaluations will be held at Sherman rd. soccer fields, all players must register with CVSA for the 2012-2013 season before attending evaluations. Registration is available at the clubhouse on April 1, soccer Sunday. Online registration will be available soon, check the CVSA website.
Website Welcome
Welcome to the Cowichan Valley Soccer Association's brand new website. The site features a new color scheme designed to reflect the club's team colors, a clean layout with quick, easy access to information as well as several new features, including:
Cowichan Soccer Latest News
Registration for 2012/13 Season
Mar. 01, 2012Parents wishing to register their kids for soccer next season can do so either online or in person at the clubhouse on Sherman Road either on June 20th between…
Soccer Related Weblinks
- Coaching Resources (12)
Links to documents such as soccer coaching manuals and curriculum guides, and to websites such as iSoccer, Byte Sized Coaching and much more.- Byte Size Coaching
Byte Size Coaching is customized, complete age and developmentally-specific training tool purchased by soccer clubs/organizations to assist the 80% of the coaches with little or no formal certification as a coach. In order to use this resource you will need a login name and password provided by the CVSA. - Soccer Xpert
With over 150 soccer drills, SoccerXpert is an invaluable resource for both novice and advanced soccer coaches. We continue to add new soccer drills to allow for variety in your training sessions. Planning a youth soccer practice is now easier than ever with the help of SoccerXpert and our free soccer drills. - Soccer Coaching Manual
Hundreds of pages containing useful information including practice plans, technical skills and tactical strategies for youth soccer coaches. - iSoccer
A great way to motivate your players, reward individual improvement and promote healthy competition, have your players spend more time with the ball, make practice more fun, and see results on and off the field! - Coaching the Coaches
Coaching manual produced by the Lower Island Soccer Association containing practice plans and useful information for all coaches. - iSoccer Assessment Guide
This document is used to record player progress and is used in conjunction with the iSoccer program for player development. - U.S. Soccer Coaching Curriculum
Although produced as a resource for youth soccer coaches in the United States this professionally produced document contains a wealth of excellent information. - CVSA Coaching Mini-manual #1
The purpose of this manual is to provide our volunteer coaches a concise and user-friendly resource for coaching U5-U6 CVSA boys and girls. - CVSA Coaching Mini-manual #2
The purpose of this manual is to provide our volunteer coaches a concise and user-friendly resource for coaching U7-U8 CVSA boys and girls. - CVSA Coaching Mini-manual #3
The purpose of this manual is to provide our volunteer coaches a concise and user-friendly resource for coaching U9-U10 CVSA boys and girls. - CVSA Coaching Mini-manual #4
The purpose of this manual is to provide our volunteer coaches a concise and user-friendly resource for coaching U11-U12 CVSA boys and girls. - CVSA U13-16 Coaching Manual
The purpose of this manual is to provide our volunteer coaches a concise and user-friendly resource for coaching U13-U16 CVSA boys and girls.
- Byte Size Coaching
- Soccer Businesses (5)
Links to businesses offering soccer skill development camps for players, and to retailers such as Sports Traders, Sport Chek and Soccer Tactics.- Sports Traders
We are located in Duncan in the heart of the beautiful Cowichan Valley on Southern Vancouver Island. We offer a Huge Selection of new Sports Equipment for the Beginner or the Pro…. at affordable prices! - Soccer Tactics World
SOCCER TACTICS WORLD combines the strategy of soccer with the heart of the game. Eleven players per team on a traditional full-length field. This game includes dribbling, passing and capturing the ball; and intense battle for ball control. This game plays like the real thing. - Merriman Soccer Camps
Our goal is to enhance both your skill level and your love of soccer. We work with all levels and ages of players — the only things required are a positive attitude, dedication to soccer and a desire to learn and improve. - Soccer World
A soccer retailer based in Victoria offering player and team sales of soccer boots, jerseys and other soccer equipment. - Sport Chek
Sports retailer selling equipment and supplies for all sports with outlets in a variety of locations including Duncan.
- Sports Traders
- Soccer Clubs & Associations (7)
Links to FIFA, Lower Island Soccer Association (LISA), BC Soccer, other soccer clubs on the island and more.- Lower Island Soccer Association
The LISA site contains links to team standings, schedules, field conditions and many more resources for soccer parents, players and coaches. - BC Soccer Web
This popular site contains an eclectic mix of local, national and international soccer (football) news and information. - The Canadian Soccer Association
The Canadian Soccer Association, in partnership with its members, is dedicated to promoting the growth and development of soccer for all Canadians at all levels. - FIFA
Federation International de Football Association (FIFA) - BC Premier League Soccer
The EA SPORTS BC Soccer Premier League will support player development through increased competition for top soccer athletes. Eight founding franchises in regions representing more than 80 per cent of the BC population were announced February 17, 2011. In fall 2011, a "mini-season" took place from September through November to prepare for the full season commencing in February 2012. The league will feature divisions in the U-13 through U-18 levels. Competition will continue from February through November each year.
- Victoria Highlanders FC
A well organized club, with superb coaches offering a variety of player development opportunities throughout the year. - Vancouver Island Premiere League - Tier 2
Links to VIPL calendar of events, schedules, standings, game results and other information of interest.
- Lower Island Soccer Association
Cowichan Valley Sports News
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Don’t mess with the Cobras
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Bulldogs finally back at McAdam
Long time coming: Wide gap between home games on quirky football schedule
Valley athletes break records
Island meet: Kelsey relay team and Chicago Bains in the spotlight at UVic
Shawnigan Lake embracing triathlon
More than a race: Festival makes event a community celebration
Daffy Ducks baffle foes
U14 field hockey festival: Undefeated run by Cowichan team
Lowe doesn't keep a low profile
Assorted sports: She can swim well so water polo didn't seem like much of a stretch
World Soccer News
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Upcoming Events
| Wed Jun 20 @ 6:00PM - 07:30PM Soccer Registration for 2012/13 |
| Mon Jul 16 @ 9:00AM - 12:00PM Soccer Camp |
| Tue Jul 17 @ 9:00AM - 12:00PM Soccer Camp |
| Wed Jul 18 @ 9:00AM - 12:00PM Soccer Camp |
| Thu Jul 19 @ 9:00AM - 12:00PM Soccer Camp |






















