GILFORD — The Parks and Recreation Department will host a Coach Smart NH training session at the Elementary School cafeteria from 6 — 8 p.m. on Tuesday, August 31.

Coach Smart NH is a training program developed by the University of New Hampshire to help youth sports coaches understand the goals and philosophy of youth sports. This training session will help educate coaches in how to appropriately achieve those goals.

The Parks and Recreation Department will also be hosting a coaches meeting for the youth soccer program in Town Hall at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, September 2. This meeting will cover league specific information and rules. Scheduling and rosters will be discussed and equipment can be picked up.

Any parent or individual interested in helping coach in the youth soccer program for children in grades K-5 is encouraged to attend both programs. For more information, call 527-4722.

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