The Q & A below answers our most commonly asked questions. If you still have questions, please email [email protected]
The system seems to placing my child in what seems like the incorrect age division, what is the age determination being used?
Please see the updated age determination chart HERE
Does everyone get to play?
Everyone Plays. There are no bench warmers in AYSO. Our region requires that all players in our core program play at least 3/4 of every game except in the rarest of circumstances.
Buddy and Coach Requests: Can I request my child to be on the same team with a friend? Can I request a specific coach for my child?
In an attempt to balance teams correctly, we cannot accept requests for your child to be with specific coaches, or children to be placed on same teams as other children. Only coach's and assistant coach's own children are guaranteed to be on same team. No other requests for pairings will be considered. Random team assignment, coupled with player ratings, is the only way to assure balanced teams. Reasons such as babysitters, carpool needs, practice days or location, coach likes or dislikes, and a host of other issues, are insufficient to support team assignment. We have no control over the coaches’ choices; it is a chance you are taking, and you may have to make other arrangements or changes to your schedule. Players will not be moved once the teams have been formed.
My son/daughter has never played soccer before. Can he/she sign up?
Of course! Players must only meet the age requirement of being 4 to 18 years of age on Jan 1. One of our core philosophies is Open Enrollment!
My child has a physical, mental or emotional disability and cannot keep up with other kids. Can he/she still play?
Yes! You should consider having your child play in our VIP Program, one of the first and largest in the country! Email HERE for more information.
Will my child have fun? He/she has never played soccer before.
Soccer is a game, and games are fun! Winning is also fun, but AYSO is about so much more than winning. It's about player development, good sportsmanship, friendships and, most of all, having fun!
Can I sign up after the season has started?
You can if we still have room and the addition of your child does not upset the team balancing.
My child can not practice on a certain day, can you accommodate?
The coach selects the day and time of training sessions. (If you coach, you can choose the time.) You can also ask the other parents on your child's team to consider organizing car-pools.
Can my company be a sponsor?
Sponsorship starts as low as $150.00. Please see our sponsorship form
Is my donation tax deductible?
AYSO is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization Tax ID# 95-6205398. Your contribution is tax deductible subject to current taxation laws. Please check with your accountant or tax professional.
I've never played or coached soccer before, can I sign up to be a coach?
Many of our first time coaches and referees have no experience. We will cover the cost for the training.
Can I coach my own child? Grandchild? Niece/nephews? Neighbor?
Yes! Please indicate on the player's registration form and contact your division coordinator.
Do you offer training for coaches?
We offer all levels of age appropriate training.
Are the coaches qualified?
All coaches are Safe Haven certified and have age-specific training.
Can I coach two teams? If yes, will the games be scheduled at different times?
We strongly discourage coaches from coaching more than one team. Coaching two teams requires permission from the Regional Coach Administrator. We do not guarantee that the games will be at different times. In most cases, we will encourage you to coach one and be the assistant coach for the other team.
I don’t know anything about soccer. Will you train me to be a referee?
Yes! We will cover all the costs to train you and provide you with all the equipment you need to be a successful referee.