Positive Youth Sport Culture Index

• Ideal for teams, schools, and community soccer groups committed to positive culture.
• Useful for administrators and directors conducting seasonal or annual program reviews. 
• Helps clubs and organizations set goals and track progress in youth development, social-emotional learning, and equity practices.
• Supports coach development through observation and feedback aligned with specific behavioral indicators.
• Strengthens a club or organization’s application for accreditation or funding. 

The index encourages deep reflection on communication, belonging, emotional safety, and cultural responsiveness. It helps clubs and organizations move beyond slogans to measurable behavior change and structural accountability that will benefit young people, communities and the game as a whole.

• Who will lead the assessment process—and how will you ensure diverse perspectives are included?
• How are you currently modeling and reinforcing your youth development goals across all levels?
• What’s your baseline in each category—and what changes could make the most impact short-term?
• How do players and families experience your culture—and are their voices reflected in this process?
• What supports or professional development will staff need to make meaningful changes based on index results?
• How can this tool be integrated into your organization’s long-term planning and evaluation cycle?
• How can your organization support ongoing learning and accountability around cultural proficiency?

PCA’s vision is to build a world where every child benefits from a positive youth sports experience with a coach who inspires them to become the best version of themselves in the game and in life. They train coaches and partner with youth sports organizations, parents, sports leaders, and communities to make youth sports more positive, equitable, and accessible to all kids regardless of social or economic circumstances.