Thank You,
Luke Cotton
Region Commissioner, Webmaster, & Fields Coord.

American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) - Region 149
A 5060 SW Philomath Blvd #193 Corvallis, OR 97333

AYSO, where kids play in a fun, family environment powered by Volunteers.... including me.

Hello Futsal Families,

Notes for this Sunday 1/29
> S01: Weather: The weather for this Sunday is going to be cold with some rain likely Saturday night. If we cancel for black ice / safety, you will get an email from Sports Connect a few hours ahead (like the email you get for the game reminder 3 days prior).
> S02: Shoes: Some flat shoes are not like others, the dust on the surface will make traction a challenge for some. Shoes with the rubber waffle pattern can work and rubber bottom running shoes worked well for many players.
> S03: Coach Focus: The first 15min each Sunday is a coaching activity. This week, younger groups will go more into dribbling/stopping, older groups are covering complicated passes/trapping.


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Everything below is almost the same as what was sent last week, for new folks, please skim through.

 - - Player Attire - -
> P01: Generally, any metal on the person is not allowed, zippers can be okay. No jewelry or watches.
> P02: Heading will be discouraged/unlikely for all ages; most soft head attire is fine.
> P03: Long sleeve athletic shirt is a good idea. This will help reduce scrapes.
> P04: Sweatshirts are okay, but often are removed in game, so think layers. The extra padding can help with falls, it will be warm, but for some players the more padding the better.
> P05: Athletic pants are a good idea, at least something to help reduce scrapes and cover knees.
> P06: Playing gloves of any kind are strongly recommended to help cushion falls and reduce scrapes.
> P07: Shin Guards are required; we will have some spares in the coach equipment area if needed.
> P08: Soccer Socks are recommended, but if they have pants, they do not necessarily need to be wearing soccer socks.
> P09: Shoes: looking for a shoe with a rubbery flat-ish sole. No cleats or most turf shoes (anything with significant bumps on the bottom, result in traction issues). Shoes with the rubber waffle pattern can work and running shoes worked well for many players.

 - - Arrival - -
> A01: The building at the Benton County fairgrounds is the dark red building to the SW, same as what you drive through for the Christmas display.
> A02: The picture (here) has where you drive in, park, and where you walk through the gate.
> A03: Check-in table will have each player, emergency contact phone, and a checkoff field for arrival.
> A04: Parents will checkoff the player and confirm/write the emergency contact number.
> A05: Parents will write on the blank sticky name tags and apply them to the player, showing the player's first name for coaches.
> A06: Arrival and Leaving Procedure: Parent is expected at the building for check-in and inside the fenced area for pick up.

 - - Facility Notes - -
> F01: If you wish to watch your player you will need to stand or bring a chair, the area is covered on one goal side.
> F02: Education Room has heating and about 10 chairs, the room does not have a window to show the field area.
> F03: We might have some garage doors open to allow you to watch from the side, you would be outside looking through one of the garage door areas.

 - - Laws/Rules of Futsal - -
I have updated the Rules and the Laws of The Game for Futsal in 2023, you can find all the details (here). Below are the highlights between soccer and futsal...

1. Players have 4 seconds to get the ball back in play for most restarts.
2. You are not allowed to play the ball with anything more than your feet touching the ground.
3. No Throw-In, it is instead a Kick-In with nearly the same rules.
4. No Offside.
5. Most physical contact fouls are a direct kick. The bar will be low on this, we want to discourage the use of physical force.
6. Most remaining fouls are indirect, with the likely indirect fouls being playing in a dangerous manner and impeding/blocking an opponent.
7. Goal area is just one big penalty area half circle, penalty mark is 20ft from the goal at the top of the penalty area. No free kicks are taken within the penalty area aka goal area, place the ball just outside the area.
8. Goal kicks are given to the goalkeeper to throw.
9. Goal Keepers cannot throw the ball over half in the air. Indirect free kick for the other team or a redo are appropriate.
10. We will not be doing this from the Law Book: "Direct free kick beginning with the sixth accumulated foul by each team in each period (DFKSAF)"
11. Futsal Laws of the Game (here).

 - - Sunday Schedule - -
Grades are scheduled in sequence to allow for potential player movement.

Thank You,
Luke Cotton
Region Commissioner, Webmaster, & Fields Coord.

American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) - Region 149
A 5060 SW Philomath Blvd #193 Corvallis, OR 97333

AYSO, where kids play in a fun, family environment powered by Volunteers.... including me.

Hello 6th, 7th, & 8th Grade Boys Parents,

I just posted the groups for Middle School Boys in Sports Connect, splitting folks up between an A group that plays at 2pm and a B group that plays at 3pm. Please reach out (reply) with any issues or concerns.

Thank You,
Luke Cotton
Region Commissioner, Webmaster, & Fields Coord.

American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) - Region 149
A 5060 SW Philomath Blvd #193 Corvallis, OR 97333

AYSO, where kids play in a fun, family environment powered by Volunteers.... including me.

Hello 6th, 7th, & 8th Grade Boys Parents,


We are maxed out in the 7th/8th grade group as it is built today. We will be discussing potential changes at the parent meetings Sunday.


Before Sunday: Talk to your players and ask if they would be interested in splitting the groups and having 6th, 7th, and 8th grade players play together. If we sort something out, we will write down the new groups on Sunday.


Registered players, please show as expected at your time shown below.

Wait List players, please expect an email early next week about your status and hopefully we can get you in for next Sunday 1/29.

Thank You,
Luke Cotton
Region Commissioner, Webmaster, & Fields Coord.

American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) - Region 149
A 5060 SW Philomath Blvd #193 Corvallis, OR 97333

AYSO, where kids play in a fun, family environment powered by Volunteers.... including me.

Hello Futsal Families,

Looking forward to seeing you Sunday, please skim through this email before you leave on Sunday. For wait list players in 7th and 8th grade boys, see note at the end of email.

Coaches: see the email archive (here) for the coach packet v1 sent Thursday. It includes a breakdown of everything for 1/22.


 - - Player Attire - -
> P01: Generally, any metal on the person is not allowed, zippers can be okay. No jewelry or watches.
> P02: Heading will be discouraged/unlikely for all ages; most soft head attire is fine.
> P03: Long sleeve athletic shirt is a good idea. This will help reduce scrapes.
> P04: Sweatshirts are okay, but often are removed in game. The extra padding can help with falls, it will be warm, but for some players the more padding the better.
> P05: Athletic pants are a good idea, at least something to help reduce scrapes and cover knees.
> P06: Playing gloves of any kind are strongly recommended to help cushion falls and reduce scrapes.
> P07: Shin Guards are required; we will have some spares in the coach equipment area if needed.
> P08: Soccer Socks are recommended, but if they have pants, they do not necessarily need to be wearing soccer socks.
> P09: Court/Tennis shoes are ideal, looking for a shoe with a flat sole. No cleats. No turf shoes, anything with bumps on the bottom can result in traction issues and molded versions, to rolling ankles.


 - - Arrival - -
> A01: The building at the Benton County fairgrounds is the dark red building to the SW, same as what you drive through for the Christmas display.
> A02: The picture attached or (here) has where you drive in, park, and where you walk through the man gate.
> A01: Check-in table will have each player, emergency contact phone, and a checkoff field for arrival.
> A02: Parents will checkoff the player and confirm/write the emergency contact number.
> A03: Parents will write on the blank sticky name tags and apply them to the player, showing the player's first name for coaches.


 - - 1/22: Parent Meeting - [First 5-10min @ Start]
> 00: Luke Cotton Leading...
> 01: Players get checked-in, then go to field.
> 02: Talk with parents about expectations.
> 02A: Facility Notes (Education Room, Spectator Area, Port-A-Pot, etc.).
> 02B: Arrival and Leaving Procedure (Parent at building for check-in and pick up).
> 03: Coach Introductions (Intro, Help Needed, etc.).


 - - Facility Notes - -
> F01: If you wish to watch your player you will need to stand or bring a chair, the area is covered on one goal side.
> F02: Education Room has heating and about 10 chairs, the room does not have a window to show the field area.
> F03: We will have some garage doors open with netting draped in front of each open door. If you want to watch from the side, you would be outside looking through one of the garage door areas.


 - - Laws/Rules of Futsal - -
I have updated the Rules and the Laws of The Game for Futsal in 2023, you can find all the details (here). Below are the highlights between soccer and futsal...

1. Players have 4 seconds to get the ball back in play for most restarts.
2. You are not allowed to play the ball with anything more than your feet touching the ground.
3. No Throw-In, it is instead a Kick-In with nearly the same rules.
4. No Offside.
5. Most physical contact fouls are a direct kick. The bar will be low on this, we want to discourage the use of physical force.
6. Most remaining fouls are indirect, with the likely indirect fouls being playing in a dangerous manner and impeding/blocking an opponent.
7. Goal area is just one big penalty area half circle, penalty mark is 20ft from the goal at the top of the penalty area. No free kicks are taken within the penalty area aka goal area, place the ball just outside the area.
8. Goal kicks are given to the goalkeeper to throw.
9. Goal Keepers cannot throw the ball over half in the air. Indirect free kick for the other team or a redo are appropriate.
10. We will not be doing this from the Law Book: "Direct free kick beginning with the sixth accumulated foul by each team in each period (DFKSAF)"
11. Futsal Laws of the Game (here).

Grades are scheduled in sequence to allow for potential player movement between groups if needed/desired.

* We are maxed out in 7th/8th grade. I'm looking into mixing middle schoolers up after 1/22, to create new groups for 1/29 and including the wait list players.

Thank You,
Luke Cotton
Region Commissioner, Webmaster, & Fields Coord.

American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) - Region 149
A 5060 SW Philomath Blvd #193 Corvallis, OR 97333

AYSO, where kids play in a fun, family environment powered by Volunteers.... including me.

Hello Futsal Coaches and Potential Coach Helpers,

This email tries to address everything related to Futsal for 1/22. I will be around the entire day on 1/22 to help &/or lead as needed.

The details below are almost everything I have worked out; please enjoy the essay and I am open to feedback/comments/corrections as we explore this new program in Corvallis AYSO. [I plan to distill this down and send the pertinent pieces to all parents on Friday.]


 - - Coach Attire - -
> C01: I will have some AYSO Volunteer hats for registered coaches, please bring your AYSO hat if you have one (makes it easy to see who is a coach).
> C02: Something warm and athletic, sweatshirt style.
> C03: Athletic pants are a good idea as you will likely be joining in on some of the exercises.
> C04: If you have court/tennis shoes, use those. The floor is textured, so expect them to get a little torn up.


 - - Player Attire - -
> P01: Generally, any metal on the person is not allowed, zippers can be okay. No jewelry or watches.
> P02: Heading will be discouraged/unlikely for all ages; most soft head attire is fine.
> P03: Long sleeve athletic shirt is a good idea. This will help reduce scrapes.
> P04: Sweatshirts are okay, but often are removed in game. The extra padding can help with falls, it will be warm, but for some players the more padding the better.
> P05: Athletic pants are a good idea, at least something to help reduce scrapes and cover knees.
> P06: Playing gloves of any kind are strongly recommended to help cushion falls and reduce scrapes.
> P07: Shin Guards are required; I will have spares in the coach equipment area.
> P08: Soccer Socks are recommended, but if they have pants, they do not necessarily need to be wearing soccer socks.
> P09: Court/Tennis shoes are ideal, looking for a shoe with a flat sole. No cleats. No turf shoes, anything with bumps on the bottom can result in traction issues and molded versions, to rolling ankles.


 - - Arrival - -
> A01: The building at the Benton County fairgrounds is the dark red building to the SW, same as what you drive through for the Christmas display.
> A02: The picture attached has where you drive in, park, and where you walk through the man gate.
> A01: Check-in table will have each player, emergency contact phone, and a checkoff field for arrival.
> A02: Parents will checkoff the player and confirm the contact number.
> A03: Parents will write on the blank sticky name tags and apply them to the player.
> A04: Players will wait for the prior group or start playing in the field space.
> A05: Sticky name tags are recommended for coaches.


 - - Equipment - -
> E01: The Coach Equipment Area will have the following items.
> E01A: 20 Orange 2" Disc Cones
> E01B: 20 Blue 2" Disc Cones
> E01C: 25 Futsal Balls
> E01D: 10 Tall Orange Cones
> E01D: First Aid Kit (No Ice Packs or Meds)
> E01E: 2 Small Pop-Up Goals
> E01F: Rough Surface Green Painters Tape
> E01G: Spare Shin Guards
> E01H: 20 Youth Size Red & White Pinnies
> E01I: 10 Adult Size Red Pinnies
> E01J: 10 Adult Size Blue Pinnies
> E01K: Keeper Pinnies (various colors and sizes)
> E01L: 2 Ball Pumps
> E01M: Clipboard w/ Paper & Pen

> E02: The Check-In Table will have the following items.
> E02A: Pencils
> E02B: Sicky Name Tags
> E02C: Sharpies
> E02D: Clipboards with Rosters & Check-In
> E02E: Futsal Rule Sheets
> E02F: Check-In Directions


 - - The Facility - -
> F01: See attached image for parking.
> F02: Education Room has heating and about 10 chairs, the room does not have a window to show the field area.
> F03: We will have most garage doors open at least 4ft with netting draped in front of each open door.
> F04: Some extra boards will be set around the sides to protect the metal walls up to 4ft.
> F05: Vulnerable items near the field are the overhead lights, electrical boxes, and fire extinguishers. We will move most extinguishers to the floor.
> F06: Goals will be 5' x 10' and anchored with sandbags.
> F07: Perimeter will be tape with some chalk, most interior lines will be chalk.


 - - 1/22: minute 0 - minute 10 - Welcome - - [5-10min]
> 00: Luke Cotton Leading...
> 01: Players Check-in, then go play on the field with either unstructured play, simple passing exercise, or the game blob tag (12D below).

> 02: Talk with parents about expectations.
> 02A: Facility Notes (Education Room, Spectator Area, Port-A-Pot, etc.).
> 02B: Arrival and Leaving Procedure (Parent At Building for check-in and pick up, no dump and run).
> 02C: Bathroom Buddy Adult Helpers (Two adults or related parent join each player going to Port-A-Pot).
> 03: Coach Introductions (Intro, Help Needed, etc.).


 - - 1/22: min 10 - 25 - Dribbling Activity / Game - - [15min]
> 10: Coach Intro to Players (player expectations, ball control, safety, and bathroom procedure). [2min]
> 11: Have players pick a buddy put pinnies on all players (eventually the buddies will merge to create 2 teams). [2min]

> 12: Activity Option 1 Dribbling: Chicken Thief - Rob The Nest - 8U Training Book Page 48 [11min]
> 12A: All balls in the middle area / nest.
> 12B: 1-2 buddy groups get an outside square / den (1 of 4 dens).
> 12C: Players steal from the nest and dribble back to dens, once the nest is empty, they steal from other dens, no guarding, no kicking balls out of the den or nest, score is done by time and the number in the den.
> 12D: PE Backup Option: Can be run like Blob Tag. Dribble from one side to the other, person in the middle kicks the ball out, out players join in the middle for the next run to the other side. (Lions moving food/balls from one side to the other, Hyenas stealing food in the middle)

> 13: Activity Option 2 Passing: Speed Square - In Behind - 12U Training Book Page 55 [11min]
> 13A: Set squares with tape or cones, one player to each spot (two buddy groups make a square).
> 13B: Each player needs to touch the ball, time it. Each player touches twice, time it.
> 13C: Add a defender, from a split set of four players or use coaches. Count the number of passes, most completed passes wins.
> 13D: PE Backup Option: 10U Hit the coach's legs with a ball as the coach moves in the space.
> 13E: PE Backup Option: Buddy pass, good pass, take a step back, get to the other end first.


 - - 1/22: min 25 - 30 - Positions, Teams, & Basic Rules - - [5min]
> 25: Assemble teams (5 vs 5 on field), shuffle buddies as needed to find relative balance.
> 26: Remind players about ball control, keeping the ball low.
> 27: Keep the rules simple for players. Almost everything is the same as outdoor, with a few twists. Laws of the Game (here).
> 27A: No Throw-In, it is instead a Kick-In with nearly the same rules.
> 27B: No Offside.
> 27C: Most physical contact fouls are a direct kick. The bar should be low on this, we want to discourage the use of physical force.
> 27D: Most remaining fouls are indirect, with the likely indirect fouls being playing in a dangerous manner and impeding/blocking an opponent.
> 27E: Goal area is just one big penalty area half circle, penalty mark is 20ft from the goal at the top of the penalty area. No free kicks are taken within the penalty area aka goal area, place the ball just outside the area.
> 27F: Goal kicks are given to the goalkeeper to throw.
> 27G: Keepers cannot throw the ball over half in the air. Indirect free kick for the other team or a redo are appropriate.
> 27H: We will not be doing this from the Law Book: "Direct free kick beginning with the sixth accumulated foul by each team in each period (DFKSAF)"
> 28: Out of control kicking, the facility is not impenetrable, players consistently doing hard kicks that go over 4 ft high, should be discouraged from doing so.
> 29: 1st & 2nd Grade: No Goal Keepers for this group, instead play with 5 field players on each side.


 - - 1/22: min 30 - 55 - Learning the Game - - [10min + 5min + 10min]
> 30: Be flexible and spend this first day teaching them the Law differences for Futsal.
> 31: One big addition to bring up regularly is the restart of play timer, players have 4 seconds to get the ball back in play for most restarts.
> 32: Keep an eye on out-of-control play and playing in a dangerous manner.
> 33: Another item to add is that players are not allowed to play the ball with anything more than feet touching the ground.
> 34: A person might be called a referee, but the intent is you are a Coach for everyone playing and this is more like a practice scrimmage then a competitive game.
> 35: Use your watch to keep track of time.
> 36: Have fun and promote joy in a safe space.
> 37: NOTICE: for times when you are low on players, feel free to have coaches fill in. Be sure to play like a player in that grade :).


 - - 1/22: Cleanup - -
> 55: Get coach equipment back to the coach equipment area.
> 56: Collect pinnies and place them in coach area.
> 57: You will see everyone next week at the same time!


Grades are scheduled in sequence to allow for potential player movement between groups if needed/desired.

*We are maxed out in 7th/8th grade, with a waitlist, I'm working on options, potentially mixing things up after 1/22.

Thank You,
Luke Cotton
Region Commissioner, Webmaster, & Fields Coord.

American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) - Region 149
A 5060 SW Philomath Blvd #193 Corvallis, OR 97333

AYSO, where kids play in a fun, family environment powered by Volunteers.... including me.

Hello Futsal Families,

We created the groups, and you should have emails from Sports Connect with your groups. For boys we split up some groups into grades causing some schedule shuffling. You can see your Calendar and your Team Page in Sports Connect https://corvallisayso.org/login 

Again, more details to come after we get more coaches allocated.

Quick Notes:

1. Parent meeting, please plan to stick around for the first 10 min.
2. Court or running shoes will work, turf shoes with the little bumps on the bottom are not recommended.
3. Shin guards are required.
4. We have a soccer/futsal ball for each player.
5. Building is inside but will still be cold. Warm athletic attire is recommended, pants are a good idea. Playing gloves are strongly recommended.
6. No seating will be available in the play area, but the meeting room in the building will be available.
7. We are reaching out to those that indicated they could help with coaching; getting coaches registered and assigned to groups.
8. We have openings for players in all Girls groups and Boys 1st, 4th, 5th, & 6th grade groups, families can register for the wait list in Sports Connect.

More details about futsal are here: https://corvallisayso.org/programs/futsal


Below are the planned grade groupings and times. Grades are scheduled in sequence to allow for potential player movement between groups if needed/desired.

Cancel Registration for Futsal? Form: https://corvallisayso.org/form/refund

Thank You,
Luke Cotton
Region Commissioner, Webmaster, & Fields Coord.

American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) - Region 149
A 5060 SW Philomath Blvd #193 Corvallis, OR 97333

AYSO, where kids play in a fun, family environment powered by Volunteers.... including me.

Welcome Futsal Families,

We will be working on building each activity group this week and hope to get everything setup (wait list players, each group/team, volunteers, & schedule) in Sports Connect before Monday. You might see some player division transfers happening in Sports Connect as we work to merge and split some divisions.

More Details to Come!

Quick Notes:

1. The proposed schedule for 1/22 is at the end of the email.
2. We will have a parents meeting at the start, so please plan to stick around for the first 10 min.
3. Court or running shoes will work, turf shoes with the little bumps on the bottom are not recommended.
4. Shin guards are required.
5. We have a soccer/futsal ball for each player.
6. Building is inside, but will still be cold. Warm athletic attire is recommended, pants are a good idea. Playing gloves are strongly recommend.
7. No seating will be available in the play area, but the meeting room in the building will be available.
8. We will be reach out for head coaches and coach help after we have the initial groups setup.

More details about futsal are here: https://corvallisayso.org/programs/futsal

Cancel Registration for Futsal? Form below...
https://corvallisayso.org/form/refund


Below are the proposed grade groupings and times. Some players might need to play up or down and as the season goes, we will look to adjust with the player ability and requests.

Thank You,
Luke Cotton
Region Commissioner, Webmaster, & Fields Coord.

American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) - Region 149
A 5060 SW Philomath Blvd #193 Corvallis, OR 97333

AYSO, where kids play in a fun, family environment powered by Volunteers.... including me.

• We will build activity groups for sets of grades, you would play with the same group each time, around 10-16 players in a group. Special request? (here).
• The focus is on control and physical activity, not physicality. More of a focus on practice like activities, with a futsal game.
• The floor is textured concrete, shin guards, regular or court shoes, athletic pants, and gloves recommended.

Winter Futsal Soccer - Sundays Jan 22 - Mar 12, 2023 - SIGNUP NOW (In Sports Connect)

Register (Sports Connect). Select a program that is available, choose the correct division (1st Grade - 8th Grade), and work through the registration process. If you have a special request, use this request form (here).

All activities will be played at the Benton County Fairgrounds Solar Building. The 8 activities are about 50 minutes long and are scheduled Sundays. This session will go from Jan 22 - Mar 12, notifications will happen by Jan 16, with a first part of the schedule expected soon after.

The season/program fee is $50 and will need to be paid by Credit Card in Sports Connect after your player is placed with a group. Players that have not played with AYSO this School Year often need to pay the AYSO non-refundable membership fee of $20. We cannot guarantee that a division will have enough players for teams, if that is the case, and we could not place your player, your credit card would be refunded the $50 (if your player is placed, and you cancel, the refund could be $48. After we start the activities, no refunds) (refund form).

NEW Volunteers (Head or Asst. Coach): During player registration, I am asking for volunteer indication. Once I know the interest/numbers, I will indicate that the individual needs to register as a volunteer. This saves us the cost of a potential Background Check and it saves you the hassle of registering before we know you are needed.

EXISTING Volunteers (Head or Asst. Coach): Please register as a volunteer online in Sports Connect, if your account is not tied to your player, ensure the helper/volunteer spot in the player registration form has your name so I can connect the dots. You will not need to go through the background check process again.

Futsal Sundays Jan 22 - Mar 12, 2023 (1st - 8th Grade).
More Details: https://www.corvallisayso.org/programs/futsal.html

Adult Winter Pickup Soccer - Saturdays 10:30-12pm Nov 2022 - Mar 2023.
More Details: https://www.corvallisayso.org/programs/adult.html

High School Winter Pickup Soccer - Saturdays 10:30-12pm Nov 2022 - Mar 2023.
More Details: https://www.corvallisayso.org/programs/19u.html



FYI: Registration for Spring Outdoor Soccer starts in February.

Hi All Indoor Families,

Status Update:
1 : I am finalizing the schedule now and will get it loaded into Sports Connect as soon as I can.

2 : Some rosters are done, and have been sent through Sports Connect, but more work is still needed to get volunteers added... work in progress.

3 : Most divisions (except noted below) are going to be Hat Draw groups. Basically, where players show up, pick one buddy, and get split into two teams.

4 : Boys 3rd & 4th, 5th & 6th, and 7th & 8th divisions will have 4 teams in each division, these will be set recreational teams. We are taking a second look at the rosters to ensure we got all requests and have potential team managers on each team... work in progress.

5 : We have many openings for 1st graders, and some other divisions. You can see the openings here: Registration (ayso149.org). Wait List players are allowed in all divisions, and we will work those players in as we can.


Program Details: https://www.corvallisayso.org/programs/indoor.html


Thanks,
Luke Cotton & Nicole Chapman - Acting Indoor Coordinators

Hi All 6U-15U Families & Volunteers,

Welcome to Final Core Game Weekend!
(Unless you are in the tournament on the 29th.)

General Updates/Notes:

1. Indoor Soccer Registration closes Monday 10/24. See all winter soccer program options below or here: Registration (ayso149.org)
2. NOTICE: After today, teams will start up again in early April 2023 for our spring season, no re-registration for 6U-15U core rec. You keep your uniform and coaches keep the team equipment safe for the winter. In February, we will email everyone to confirm spring participation and work on any team changes/adds/removes at that time.
3. Coaches, if you know you will not participate in our spring season, please bring the team equipment to the Safety Shed after your game.
4. PICTURE ITEMS: Your stuff is at the safety shed, helpers will be handing it out to coaches, but be sure you get it today. COACHES Get everything handed out TODAY, if your team is traveling, please plan to send someone to the safety shed to get your team's items.

Game Day Notes 10/22:

• Wear your uniform/jersey over all other clothing/coats, avoid under coats or sweaters with metal.
• Wear dark athletic shorts (dark athletic pants are okay, but NEED to be without metal/plastic)
• Wear shin guards under your soccer socks.
• Leave the pets & jewelry at home!
• Sit, at least 3-4ft from the side of the field where you see the spectator signs.
• 13UG: If you are street parking on Knollbrook, please avoid parking in driveways. Game times were changed to try and allow families to leave before the next game.

Indoor Rec Soccer Nov 5 - Dec 20, 2022 (1st - 8th Grade) 

Registration Closes MONDAY 10/24, signup NOW.
More Details Here: https://www.corvallisayso.org/programs/indoor.html

Futsal Sundays Jan 22 - Mar 12, 2023 (1st - 8th Grade) 

More Details Here: https://www.corvallisayso.org/programs/futsal.html

Adult Winter Pickup Soccer

Saturdays Nov 2022 - Mar 2023. More Details Here: https://www.corvallisayso.org/programs/adult.html

High School Winter Pickup Soccer

Saturdays Nov 2022 - Mar 2023. If you are interested, Sports Connect has the wait list ($0) PRE-registration open (here), that will get you on the notification list. 8th - 12th grade players can participate in winter pickup. It will be run much like our adult program on Saturdays at the Adams area.

More Details: https://www.corvallisayso.org/programs/19u.html

Thank You,
Luke Cotton
Region Commissioner, Webmaster, & Fields Coord.

American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) - Region 149
A 5060 SW Philomath Blvd #193 Corvallis, OR 97333

AYSO, where kids play in a fun, family environment powered by Volunteers.

Hi All 6U-15U Families & Volunteers,

Welcome to Game Weekend 6!

General Updates/Notes:

1. See all winter soccer program options below or here: Registration (ayso149.org)
2. After the final core games on 10/22, teams will start up again in April 2023 for our spring season, no re-registration for 6U-15U core rec. You would keep your uniform, and coaches keep the team equipment safe for the winter. In February, we will email to confirm spring participation.
3. Coaches, if you know you will not participate in our spring season, please bring the team equipment to the Safety Shed after your 10/22 game.
4. Picture items will be distributed on 10/22, if your team is traveling, please plan to send someone to the safety shed to get your items.
5. Area Tournament Oct 29th 9U - 13U Teams: Play a few games on Saturday 10/29 against teams from the valley! Coaches, please check with players to see if your team is up for it, signup details are here: https://www.ayso2s.org/Default.aspx?tabid=952199

Game Day Notes 10/15:

• Wear your uniform/jersey over all other clothing, avoid under coats or sweaters with metal.
• Wear dark athletic shorts (dark athletic pants are okay, but NEED to be without metal/plastic)
• Wear shin guards under your soccer socks.
• Leave the pets & jewelry at home!
• Sit, at least 4ft from the side of the field where you see the spectator signs.
• 13UG: If you are street parking on Knollbrook, please avoid parking in driveways. Game times were changed to try and allow families to leave before the next game.

Indoor Rec Soccer Nov 5 - Dec 20, 2022 (1st - 8th Grade) 

More Details Here: https://www.corvallisayso.org/programs/indoor.html

Futsal Sundays Jan 22 - Mar 12, 2023 (1st - 8th Grade) 

More Details Here: https://www.corvallisayso.org/programs/futsal.html

Adult Winter Pickup Soccer

Saturdays Nov 2022 - Mar 2023. More Details Here: https://www.corvallisayso.org/programs/adult.html

High School Winter Pickup Soccer

Saturdays Nov 2022 - Mar 2023. If you are interested, Sports Connect has the wait list ($0) PRE-registration open (here), that will get you on the notification list. 8th - 12th grade players can participate in winter pickup. It will be run much like our adult program on Saturdays at the Adams area.

More Details: https://www.corvallisayso.org/programs/19u.html

Thank You,
Luke Cotton
Region Commissioner, Webmaster, & Fields Coord.

American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) - Region 149
A 5060 SW Philomath Blvd #193 Corvallis, OR 97333

AYSO, where kids play in a fun, family environment powered by Volunteers.... including me.

Thank You,
Luke Cotton
Region Commissioner, Webmaster, & Fields Coord.

American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) - Region 149
A 5060 SW Philomath Blvd #193 Corvallis, OR 97333

AYSO, where kids play in a fun, family environment powered by Volunteers.... including me.

Hi |User First Name|,

This winter we have two programs ready for signup (here), Nov-Dec Indoor at the Corvallis Sports Park & Jan-Mar Futsal on Sundays at the Benton County Fair Grounds.

Indoor Rec Soccer Nov 5 - Dec 20, 2022 (1st - 8th Grade)

Register (Sports Connect). Select a program that is available, choose the correct division (1st Grade - 8th Grade), and work through the registration process. If you have a special request, use this request form (here).

All games will be played at the Corvallis Sports Park. The 6 games are about 36 minutes long and are scheduled Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday. During the week, games could start at 4:10 or 4:50 on weekdays. Games on Saturday are anywhere from 12-7pm. There are no practices. This session will go from Nov 5 - Dec 20, team notifications will happen by Oct 29, with a game schedule expected soon after.

The program fee is $50 and will need to be paid by Credit Card in Sports Connect. Players that have not played with AYSO this School Year often need to pay the AYSO non-refundable membership fee of $20. We cannot guarantee that a division will have enough players for teams, if that is the case, and we could not place your player, your credit card would be refunded the $50 (if your player is placed, and you cancel, the refund could be $45. After we start the season/games, no refunds) (refund form).

More Details Here:  https://www.corvallisayso.org/programs/indoor.html

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Futsal Sundays Jan 22 - Mar 12, 2023 (1st - 8th Grade)

Register (Sports Connect). Select a program that is available, choose the correct division (1st Grade - 8th Grade), and work through the registration process. If you have a special request, use this request form (here).

All activities will be played at the Benton County Fairgrounds Solar Building. The 8 activities are about 50 minutes long and are scheduled Sundays. This session will go from Jan 22 - Mar 12, notifications will happen by Jan 16, with a first part of the schedule expected soon after.

The program fee is $50 and will need to be paid by Credit Card in Sports Connect after your player is placed with a group. Players that have not played with AYSO this School Year often need to pay the AYSO non-refundable membership fee of $20. We cannot guarantee that a division will have enough players for teams, if that is the case, and we could not place your player, your credit card would be refunded the $50 (if your player is placed, and you cancel, the refund could be $48. After we start the activities, no refunds) (refund form).

Basics to Know:

• The focus is more on control, ball handling, & passing.
• The location has concrete floors with texturing, court or athletic shoes are recommended, & player contact will be highly discouraged.
• Scheduling will be in hour blocks.
• A head coach will warm up the same group of players each session, split up the group, & run/oversee a futsal game.

More Details Here: https://www.corvallisayso.org/programs/futsal.html

Thank You,
Luke Cotton
Region Commissioner, Webmaster, & Fields Coord.

American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) - Region 149
A 5060 SW Philomath Blvd #193 Corvallis, OR 97333

AYSO, where kids play in a fun, family environment powered by Volunteers.

Our Coach Admin email this week originates from Coach Andrew Woogen, of the 9U Girls team, Retrievers.  (It’s been edited a bit, and sections highlighted, by Abe Drabkin)

From Coach Andrew:

First off, I feel incredibly lucky to be coaching my daughter. It’s cultivated a cool bond between me and both my daughters. I coached my older daughter last season and this season I am coaching my younger daughter.

I regularly communicate with the other coaches. But this past Saturday a big learning for me is that it is important to share with the other coach before the game starts what changes I’ll make if things become unbalanced. For example, if our team pulls ahead by a few goals then I’ll start layering on player development rules like:

*shots on goal from beyond the penalty area only

*shots on goal with non dominant foot only

*shots on goal by non dominant players only. Dominant players pass only.

*shots on goal only after X # of passes are completed in the attacking half

*loan out 1-2 dominant players. challenge them to score on their own defense. For each goal they score coach does 5 burpees at practice next week.

This way both coaches know and we can just flip a switch if/when needed and it won’t be so obvious and keep players from feeling awkward.

We have epic team spirit (see pic of our stuffed mascot Retriever and face tattoos attached to this email) and it seems counterintuitive to ask our players to not play their hardest. But now I look at lopsided game management as player development and I know my players want the opportunity to make the Coach do burpees: it’s like a bonus, play your hardest, gain a lead and then earn the opportunity to make the Coach do burpees!

One of our developing players has never played before: this is her first season. She is doing some soccer homework at home with her dad and brothers and has improved significantly. Last Saturday I finally put in in as keeper, as she’s been asking, and she performed well. Her dad came up to me after the game and gave me a huge High-5.

We have a very timid player as well. One exercise I recently ran was a “bump and run” drill to give all players familiarity with shoulder bumps, first walking and then running, while leaning into each other. The timid player actually liked this drill and by the end she did not want to stop and was basically doing jujitsu to the other players. Next up is an exercise to work on timidness with the ball: one step at a time with this team.

I hope all you other coaches are enjoying the natural ups and downs, lessons and challenges of the season like I am.

Remember it is all Us Coaches on Team Coach leading all 900-players.

Go Retrievers!

Hi All 6U-15U Families & Volunteers,

Welcome to Game Weekend 5!

General Updates/Notes:

• Picture Day: Pictures are at the farthest NE corner above field 151. Arrive before your coach's scheduled time with packet filled out (need player name and team name).
• Indoor Soccer Nov 5 - Dec 20 & Futsal Soccer Sundays Jan 22 - Mar 12. Register in Sports Connect (here). See details below.
• Area Tournament Oct 29th 9U - 13U Teams: Play a few games on Saturday 10/29 against teams from the valley! Coaches, please check with players to see if your team is up for it, signup details are here: https://www.ayso2s.org/Default.aspx?tabid=952199

Game Day Notes 10/8:

• Picture Day: Games need to end on time, shorten the game if needed. Pictures are at the farthest NE corner above field 151. 
• Leave the pets & jewelry at home!
• Wear your uniform/jersey over all other clothing, avoid under coats or sweaters with metal.
• Wear dark athletic shorts (dark athletic pants are okay, but NEED to be without metal/plastic)
• Wear shin guards under your soccer socks.
• Sit, at least 4ft from the side of the field where you see the spectator signs.
• 13UG: If you are street parking on Knollbrook, please avoid parking in driveways. Game times were changed to try and allow families to leave before the next game.

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Indoor Rec Soccer Nov 5 - Dec 20, 2022 (1st - 8th Grade)

Register (Sports Connect). Select a program that is available, choose the correct division (1st Grade - 8th Grade), and work through the registration process. If you have a special request, use this request form (here).

All games will be played at the Corvallis Sports Park. The 6 games are about 36 minutes long and are scheduled Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday. During the week, games could start at 4:10 or 4:50 on weekdays. Games on Saturday are anywhere from 12-7pm. There are no practices. This session will go from Nov 5 - Dec 20, team notifications will happen by Oct 29, with a game schedule expected soon after.

The program fee is $50 and will need to be paid by Credit Card in Sports Connect. Players that have not played with AYSO this School Year often need to pay the AYSO non-refundable membership fee of $20. We cannot guarantee that a division will have enough players for teams, if that is the case, and we could not place your player, your credit card would be refunded the $50 (if your player is placed, and you cancel, the refund could be $45. After we start the season/games, no refunds) (refund form).

More Details Here:  https://www.corvallisayso.org/programs/indoor.html

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Futsal Sundays Jan 22 - Mar 12, 2023 (1st - 8th Grade)

Register (Sports Connect). Select a program that is available, choose the correct division (1st Grade - 8th Grade), and work through the registration process. If you have a special request, use this request form (here).

All activities will be played at the Benton County Fairgrounds Solar Building. The 8 activities are about 50 minutes long and are scheduled Sundays. This session will go from Jan 22 - Mar 12, notifications will happen by Jan 16, with a first part of the schedule expected soon after.

The program fee is $50 and will need to be paid by Credit Card in Sports Connect after your player is placed with a group. Players that have not played with AYSO this School Year often need to pay the AYSO non-refundable membership fee of $20. We cannot guarantee that a division will have enough players for teams, if that is the case, and we could not place your player, your credit card would be refunded the $50 (if your player is placed, and you cancel, the refund could be $48. After we start the activities, no refunds) (refund form).

Basics to Know:

• The focus is more on control, ball handling, & passing.
• The location has concrete floors with texturing, court or athletic shoes are recommended, & player contact will be highly discouraged.
• Scheduling will be in hour blocks.
• A head coach will warm up the same group of players each session, split up the group, & run/oversee a futsal game.

More Details Here: https://www.corvallisayso.org/programs/futsal.html

Thank You,
Luke Cotton
Region Commissioner, Webmaster, & Fields Coord.

American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) - Region 149
A 5060 SW Philomath Blvd #193 Corvallis, OR 97333

AYSO, where kids play in a fun, family environment powered by Volunteers.... including me.

Hi All 6U-15U Families & Volunteers,

Welcome to Game Weekend 4!

General Updates/Notes:

• Picture Day: Pictures are at the farthest NE corner above field 151. Arrive before your coach's scheduled time with packet filled out (need player name and team name). Coach still need to schedule team pictures? (here) 10/8 has open options.
• Indoor Soccer Nov 5 - Dec 20 & Futsal Soccer Sundays Jan 22 - Mar 12. Register in Sports Connect (here). See details below.
• Area Tournament Oct 29th: Play a few games on Saturday 10/29 against teams from the valley area! Coaches, please check with players to see if your team is up for it! Team signup details will come later.

Game Day Notes 10/1:

• Picture Day: Games need to end on time, shorten the game if needed. Pictures are at the farthest NE corner above field 151. 
• Leave the pets & jewelry at home!
• Wear your uniform/jersey over all other clothing, avoid under coats or sweaters with metal.
• Wear dark athletic shorts (dark athletic pants are okay, but NEED to be without metal/plastic)
• Wear shin guards under your soccer socks.
• Sit, at least 4ft from the side of the field where you see the spectator signs.
• 13UG: If you are street parking on Knollbrook, please avoid parking in driveways. If you are the second game, expect to need to park farther away or park at the church to the SW.

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Indoor Rec Soccer Nov 5 - Dec 20, 2022 (1st - 8th Grade)

Register (Sports Connect). Select a program that is available, choose the correct division (1st Grade - 8th Grade), and work through the registration process. If you have a special request, use this request form (here).

All games will be played at the Corvallis Sports Park. The 6 games are about 36 minutes long and are scheduled Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday. During the week, games could start at 4:10 or 4:50 on weekdays. Games on Saturday are anywhere from 12-7pm. There are no practices. This session will go from Nov 5 - Dec 20, team notifications will happen by Oct 29, with a game schedule expected soon after.

The program fee is $50 and will need to be paid by Credit Card in Sports Connect. Players that have not played with AYSO this School Year often need to pay the AYSO non-refundable membership fee of $20. We cannot guarantee that a division will have enough players for teams, if that is the case, and we could not place your player, your credit card would be refunded the $50 (if your player is placed, and you cancel, the refund could be $45. After we start the season/games, no refunds) (refund form).

More Details Here:  https://www.corvallisayso.org/programs/indoor.html

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Futsal Sundays Jan 22 - Mar 12, 2023 (1st - 8th Grade)

Register (Sports Connect). Select a program that is available, choose the correct division (1st Grade - 8th Grade), and work through the registration process. If you have a special request, use this request form (here).

All activities will be played at the Benton County Fairgrounds Solar Building. The 8 activities are about 50 minutes long and are scheduled Sundays. This session will go from Jan 22 - Mar 12, notifications will happen by Jan 16, with a first part of the schedule expected soon after.

The program fee is $50 and will need to be paid by Credit Card in Sports Connect after your player is placed with a group. Players that have not played with AYSO this School Year often need to pay the AYSO non-refundable membership fee of $20. We cannot guarantee that a division will have enough players for teams, if that is the case, and we could not place your player, your credit card would be refunded the $50 (if your player is placed, and you cancel, the refund could be $48. After we start the activities, no refunds) (refund form).

Basics to Know:

• The focus is more on control, ball handling, & passing.
• The location has concrete floors with texturing, court or athletic shoes are recommended, & player contact will be highly discouraged.
• Scheduling will be in hour blocks.
• A head coach will warm up the same group of players each session, split up the group, & run/oversee a futsal game.

More Details Here: https://www.corvallisayso.org/programs/futsal.html

Thank You,
Luke Cotton
Region Commissioner, Webmaster, & Fields Coord.

American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) - Region 149
A 5060 SW Philomath Blvd #193 Corvallis, OR 97333

AYSO, where kids play in a fun, family environment powered by Volunteers.... including me.

Thank You,
Luke Cotton
Region Commissioner, Webmaster, & Fields Coord.

American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) - Region 149
A 5060 SW Philomath Blvd #193 Corvallis, OR 97333

AYSO, where kids play in a fun, family environment powered by Volunteers.... including me.

• Fill Dirt Bags: These have been placed to the east of the information shed, please feel free to help fill holes in fields.
• Picture Day: Coaches schedule team pictures (here) 10/1 or 10/8 are options.
• Indoor Soccer Nov 1 - Dec 23: Registration Opens 10/1 in Sports Connect (here).
• Futsal Soccer Sundays Jan 22 - Mar 12: Registration Opens 10/1 in Sports Connect (here).
• > For Indoor and Futsal, we will be trying a model where teams/groups are based on school grade (1st, 2nd, 3-4th, 5-6th, & 7-8th).
• Area Tournament Oct 29th: Play a few games on Saturday 10/29 against teams from the valley area! Coaches, please check with players to see if your team is up for it! Team signup details will come later.
• Referees (9U+): All games are posted online for signup, please signup (here) to help us run games (without referees, coaches can run scrimmages). You can also signup for games from your team page (here).

• Leave the pets & jewelry at home!
• Wear your uniform/jersey over all other clothing.
• Wear dark athletic shorts.
• Wear shin guards under your soccer socks.
• Sit, at least 4ft from the side of the field where you see the spectator signs.
• 13UG: Coaches have indicated a like for the later games and keeping with field 132 (not field 151), so I will be keeping you on field 132 where you need to park to the south.

Thank You,
Luke Cotton
Region Commissioner, Webmaster, & Fields Coord.

American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) - Region 149
A 5060 SW Philomath Blvd #193 Corvallis, OR 97333

AYSO, where kids play in a fun, family environment powered by Volunteers.... including me.

• ! : OSU Students are moving in, check traffic info before leaving and avoid the OSU area (avoid Western and 26th).
• ! : Do not enter the fenced construction zone at Adams, if going to field 132, you will need to use the entry to the west or south.
• Remember to confirm the game location and check for double headers: 07UB 03T Thunder & 09UB 03B Hornets. We added a 9UB Team this week, so 9UB will start getting doubles on a Saturday.
• Please check the fields for holes, if you find them, we have dirt to help fill and could use your help.
  
  
• Wear your uniform/jersey over all other clothing.
• Bring water.
• Wear dark athletic shorts.
• Wear shin guards under your soccer socks.
• Leave the jewelry/watch at home, no jewelry (equipment) (rules).
• Leave the pets at home.
• Arrive at least 20min before game start (schedule).
• Find the field and the best parking area (map).
• Sit 4ft back from the field on the side with the spectator sign (conduct).

Questions? (email archive).
Your team dashboard allows you to email your coach (here).
We have a contact us form (here).
Login to Sports Connect to see your team game schedule (here) or view it in your team dashboard (here).
(13UG, & 15U, I am working through the schedule carefully, sorry for the late information, I hope to have things done early next week)

Thank You,
Luke Cotton
Region Commissioner, Webmaster, & Fields Coord.

American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) - Region 149
A 5060 SW Philomath Blvd #193 Corvallis, OR 97333

AYSO, where kids play in a fun, family environment powered by Volunteers.... including me.

• Wear your uniform/jersey over all other clothing.
• Bring water.
• Wear dark athletic shorts.
• Wear shin guards under your soccer socks.
• Leave the jewelry/watch at home, no jewelry (equipment) (rules).
• Leave the pets at home.
• Arrive at least 20min before game start (schedule).
• Find the field and the best parking area (map).
• Sit 4ft back from the field on the side with the spectator sign (conduct).

No Pets

No pets near the playing areas during any AYSO activities, games, or practices. Please clearly mark service animals to help avoid being asked repeatedly by volunteers (1) is the dog a service animal required because of a disability, and (2) what work or task has the dog been trained to perform.


Questions?
We sent an email about your division yesterday (email archive). Your team dashboard allows you to email your coach (here). We have a contact us form (here). Login to Sports Connect to see your team game schedule (here)(13UG, & 15U, the remaining schedule will be posted Sunday)

Thank You,
Luke Cotton
Region Commissioner, Webmaster, & Fields Coord.

American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) - Region 149
A 5060 SW Philomath Blvd #193 Corvallis, OR 97333

AYSO, where kids play in a fun, family environment powered by Volunteers.... including me.

Welcome to the fall soccer season. This Saturday 9/10 will be your first game day of the season and below is the rundown of the information pertinent to the 15U division.

NOTICE: Your first game day will be at Adams School, but all other games could be at Corvallis, Keizer, Dallas, Lebanon, Albany, or Newport. Identify potential carpool options this week.

1. Soccer Equipment Sale from 8:00am - 12:00pm Saturday we will be selling excess new and used soccer equipment by the AYSO soccer sheds. All proceeds help support player scholarships. We will have items like Soccer Balls ($3-$15), Soccer Jerseys ($4-$10), Soccer Shorts ($2-$5), Soccer Shoes, Shin Guards ($3-$6), & Coaching Equipment. Donations: Many families are having issues finding shoes. If you have old shoes, we could use them, please drop them off on Saturday to donate them for the sale.
   
   
2. Wear Team Uniform (or team color) (player equipment). (if you need to order/swap a uniform you do that at the safety/information shed)
   
   • Shin Guards Required.
   • Jersey must be on top, undershirt/sweatshirt is okay (no zippers & avoid hoods).
   • Shin Guards should be covered by the team socks... you put on the shin guards, then the socks.
   • Wear dark athletic shorts.
   • Bring water.
   • No Jewelry or Earrings.
     
     
3. Arrive 20min early (game schedule). Carpool, Bike, or (CTS route 8).
   
   
4. Find the field and the best parking area (map).
   
   • No Pets/Dogs near game fields, leave the pets at home.
   • Spectators, should sit behind the red line or 4ft from the field. The spectator side of the field is the west side of the field. Spectators are not allowed near the goals.
   • 15U: Field 151: will only need a garbage can, four corner flags, two half flags, two referee flags, & spectator/team signs.
   • You will have away games, please be sure to check where your game is located.
   • Field Setup: If your game starts at 8:15 or 8:30am, you are first on the field and need to setup the field. If you show up and the trash can with the correct field number is not by the field, you need to send someone to get the can of gear and setup the corner flags.
   • Field Takedown: If no other teams are trying to push you off the field and if your game ends around noon or 1pm, you are most likely last. The job is the easiest it has ever been, anything that is not a goal, net, or sandbag should be removed from the field and dropped off at the brown fields shed (again, leave the goals, nets, and sandbags on the fields, for all fields).
     
     
5. We run a Kid Zone (conduct).
   No matter how intense the game can be, kids need cheerful support from the sidelines. Spectators are asked to adhere to the following guidelines:
   1. Kids are No. 1.
   2. Fun - not winning - is everything.
   3. Fans only cheer, and only coaches coach.
   4. No yelling in anger.
   5. Respect the volunteer (Adult & Youth) referees.
   6. No swearing or abusive behavior.
   7. No alcohol, tobacco or drugs.
   8. No weapons.
   9. Leave no trash behind.
   10. Set a proper example of sportsmanship.
       
       
6. No Center Referee? If your game does not have a center referee, coaches are encouraged to lead the teams in a scrimmage (Signup To Referee). Without a referee you cannot have a game, but you can have a scrimmage like in practice. You can see if your game has a referee on the team dashboard (here).
   
   
7. Game Day Rundown...
   1. Coaches will setup a spaced out area on the team side for the players to set gear/water.
   2. Players arrive with the proper attire. Read more about player equipment (here).
      
      • Wear uniform and dark shorts.
      • No Jewelry, not covered, not taped, again, No Jewelry.
      • If you wear a jacket, sweatshirt, or pants, avoid anything with hard plastic or metal.
      • Shin Guards, with team socks covering them. (soccer socks should cover the foot, then go on top of the shin guards)
   3. Coaches confirm player or team equipment. Missing something? Send a runner to the AYSO sheds.
   4. Home team will provide three pumped game balls, pumps can be found at the AYSO sheds.
   5. Coaches will confirm no team color conflicts. If same color, coin toss to see who wears pinnies.
   6. Coaches will equip the goalkeeper with a pinnie or jersey that does not match either team's main color.
   7. Referees can go to the referee shed (blue shed) to checkout an electronic whistle if desired (we also have regular whistles).
   8. Referees would do a field safety / setup check (corner flags set, look for golf balls or dangerous holes, you can send a parent to get fill sand/dirt from the brown shed).
   9. Referees should do a player equipment check (no jewelry, no watches, and socks covering shin guards).
   10. If you are missing Assistant Referees, Coaches will see if any helpers are willing to be club linespeople and assist the center referee. You can read more about this helper below.
   11. Half-time stoppage. (15U @ 35m half, if desired a 40m half is allowed)
       
       • 5min.
       • Check-in with volunteers to see if any changes are needed.
       • Teams switch sides of the field.
       • Kick-off from the same side (now has the opposite team on it).
   12. Avoid Blowouts: Let's ensure players & volunteers leaving the field, want to come back. Coaches, games with final scores like 0 to 6 are unacceptable for rec soccer, make adjustments, at least in the final quarter, to ensure a better balance, even if you can only get to something like 1 to 6. If you are a coach on the receiving end, and morale is not looking good, feel free to propose a forfeit, re-balance the teams, and try a new game/scrimmage with the pinnies provided. Coaches should make a reasonable effort to balance the game by trying the following...
       • Shuffle scoring players into non-scoring positions.
       • Non-dominant players allowed to shoot on goal. Dominant players pass only.
       • Loan a powerful player to the other team.
       • Shots on goal are limited to 1st touch by attacker. Team without advantage, add player(s) to the field.
   13. Teams need to wrap up by the scheduled end time and before the next team is scheduled to start.
   14. No snacks at half time or at the end of the game.
   15. Referees return electronic whistles to referee shed.
   16. Coaches return any excess equipment or uniforms to the AYSO sheds.
   17. Coaches can use the game report email sent each Saturday to report any issues or areas of confusion.
   18. Referees can use the game signup reminder sent each Saturday to report any issues or areas of confusion.
       
       
8. Game Rules...
   1. Halves (15U=35min, if desired a 40m half is allowed)
   2. Substitutions are at allowed stoppages and quarters. Once a coach confirms with the referee they are allowed to sub a player, they can swap the player(s). This process should be quick, max 15sec. Substituting players should be located at the half line. This helps the referees see the players needing a swap at the next stoppage.
   3. The remaining rules follow the normal laws of the game (here).
      
      
9. Help, Information, & Equipment: The Safety and Information Shed (Saturday 8am - 1pm) will have helpers and board members available for questions, equipment replacement, uniform swap, uniform order, etc.
   
   
10. Club Linesperson like an Assistant Referee (could be used in any division, no training required, can be a spectator that is 12 years or older)
    
    1. The only responsibility of the club linesperson is to signal when the ball went over the touchline / sideline.
    2. Raise your arm only when the entire ball goes over the entire line.
    3. The Game Coach or Center Referee might ask for a discrete signaling with a thumbs up, thumbs down, or a direction, but you normally do not signal the following...
       • Do not give the direction of the throw-in(9U+) or kick-in(6U-7U).
       • Do not signal fouls
       • Do not signal when the ball goes in the goal.
       • Do not signal offside.

Team Dashboard (here). << see if you have a referee for the game, contact volunteers, view game schedule, and much more.

Thank You,
Luke Cotton
Region Commissioner, Webmaster, & Fields Coord.

American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) - Region 149
A 5060 SW Philomath Blvd #193 Corvallis, OR 97333

AYSO, where kids play in a fun, family environment powered by Volunteers.

Welcome to the fall soccer season. This Saturday will be your first game day of the season and below is the rundown of the information pertinent to the 13U division.

13U Girls Teams: Your game schedule is incomplete, I will be posting it Sunday. You might have 1 game where you are not at Adams. Newport team you might have a few home games.

1. Soccer Equipment Sale from 8:00am - 12:00pm Saturday we will be selling excess new and used soccer equipment by the AYSO soccer sheds. All proceeds help support player scholarships. We will have items like Soccer Balls ($3-$15), Soccer Jerseys ($4-$10), Soccer Shorts ($2-$5), Soccer Shoes, Shin Guards ($3-$6), & Coaching Equipment. Donations: Many families are having issues finding shoes. If you have old shoes, we could use them, please drop them off on Saturday to donate them for the sale.
   
   
2. Wear Team Uniform (or team color) (player equipment). (if you need to order/swap a uniform you do that at the safety/information shed)
   • Shin Guards Required.
   • Jersey must be on top, undershirt/sweatshirt is okay (no zippers & avoid hoods).
   • Shin Guards should be covered by the team socks... you put on the shin guards, then the socks.
   • Wear dark athletic shorts.
   • Bring water.
   • No Jewelry or Earrings.
     
     
3. Arrive 20min early (game schedule). Carpool, Bike, or (CTS route 8).
   
   
4. Find the field and the best parking area (map).
   
   • No Pets/Dogs near game fields, leave the pets at home.
   • Spectators, should sit 4ft from the field on the spectator side of the field. Spectators are not allowed near the goals.
   • 13U: Field 131 & 132: will only need a garbage can, four corner flags, two half line flags, two referee flags, & spectator/team signs.
   • Field Setup: If your game starts at 8:15 or 8:30am, you are first on the field and need to setup the field. If you show up and the trash can with the correct field number is not by the field, you need to send someone to get the can of gear and setup the corner flags.
   • Field Takedown: If no other teams are trying to push you off the field and if your game ends around noon or 1pm, you are most likely last. The job is the easiest it has ever been, anything that is not a goal, net, or sandbag should be removed from the field and dropped off at the brown fields shed (again, leave the goals, nets, and sandbags on the fields, for all fields).
     
     
5. We run a Kid Zone (conduct).
   No matter how intense the game can be, kids need cheerful support from the sidelines. Spectators are asked to adhere to the following guidelines:
   1. Kids are No. 1.
   2. Fun - not winning - is everything.
   3. Fans only cheer, and only coaches coach.
   4. No yelling in anger.
   5. Respect the volunteer (Adult & Youth) referees.
   6. No swearing or abusive behavior.
   7. No alcohol, tobacco or drugs.
   8. No weapons.
   9. Leave no trash behind.
   10. Set a proper example of sportsmanship.
       
       
6. No Center Referee? If your game does not have a center referee, coaches are encouraged to lead the teams in a scrimmage (Signup To Referee). Without a referee you cannot have a game, but you can have a scrimmage, like in practice. You can see if your game has a referee on the team dashboard (here).
   
   
7. Game Day Rundown...
   1. Coaches will setup a spaced out area on the team side for the players to set gear/water.
   2. Players arrive with the proper attire. Read more about player equipment (here).
      • Wear uniform and dark shorts.
      • No Jewelry, not covered, not taped, again, No Jewelry.
      • If you wear a jacket, sweatshirt, or pants, avoid anything with hard plastic or metal.
      • Shin Guards, with team socks covering them. (soccer socks should cover the foot, then go on top of the shin guards)
   3. Coaches confirm player or team equipment. Missing something? Send a runner to the AYSO sheds.
   4. Home team will provide three pumped game balls, pumps can be found at the AYSO sheds.
   5. Coaches will confirm no team color conflicts. If same color, coin toss to see who wears pinnies.
   6. Coaches will equip the goalkeeper with a pinnie that does not match either team's main color.
   7. Referees can go to the referee shed (blue shed) to checkout an electronic whistle if desired (we also have regular whistles).
   8. Referees should do a field safety / setup check (corner flags set, look for golf balls or dangerous holes, you can send a parent to get fill sand/dirt from the brown shed).
   9. Referees should do a player equipment check (no jewelry, no watches, and socks covering shin guards).
   10. If you are missing Assistant Referees, Coaches will see if any helpers are willing to be club linespeople and assist the center referee. You can read more about this helper below.
   11. Half-time stoppage. (13U @ 35m half)
       
       • 5min.
       • Check-in with coaches to see if any changes are needed.
       • Teams switch sides of the field.
       • Kick-off from the same side (now has the opposite team on it).
   12. Avoid Blowouts: Let's ensure players & volunteers leaving the field, want to come back. Coaches, games with final scores like 0 to 6 are unacceptable for rec soccer, make adjustments, at least in the final quarter, to ensure a better balance, even if you can only get to something like 1 to 6. If you are a coach on the receiving end, and morale is not looking good, feel free to propose a forfeit, re-balance the teams, and try a new game/scrimmage with the pinnies provided. Coaches should make a reasonable effort to balance the game by trying the following...
       
       • Shuffle scoring players into non-scoring positions.
       • Non-dominant players allowed to shoot on goal. Dominant players pass only.
       • Loan a powerful player to the other team.
       • Shots on goal are limited to 1st touch by attacker. Team without advantage, add player(s) to the field.
   13. Teams need to wrap up by the scheduled end time and before the next team is scheduled to start.
   14. No snacks at half time or at the end of the game.
   15. Referees return electronic whistles to referee shed.
   16. Coaches return any excess equipment or uniforms to the AYSO sheds.
   17. Coaches can use the game report email sent each Saturday to report any issues or areas of confusion.
   18. Referees can use the game signup reminder sent each Saturday to report any issues or areas of confusion.
       
       
8. Game Rules...
   1. Halves (13U=35min)
   2. Substitutions are at allowed stoppages. Once a coach confirms with the referee they are allowed to sub a player, they can swap the player(s). This process should be quick, max 15sec. Substituting players should be located at the half line. This helps the referees see the players needing a swap at the next stoppage.
   3. The remaining rules follow the normal laws of the game (here).
      
      
9. Help, Information, & Equipment: The Safety and Information Shed (Saturday 8am - 1pm) will have helpers and board members available for questions, equipment replacement, uniform swap, uniform order, etc.
   
   
10. Club Linesperson like an Assistant Referee (could be used in any division, no training required, can be a spectator that is 12 years or older)
    
    1. The only responsibility of the club linesperson is to signal when the ball went over the touchline / sideline.
    2. Raise your arm only when the entire ball goes over the entire line.
    3. The Game Coach or Center Referee might ask for a discrete signaling with a thumbs up, thumbs down, or a direction, but you normally do not signal the following...
       • Do not give the direction of the throw-in(9U+) or kick-in(6U-7U).
       • Do not signal fouls
       • Do not signal when the ball goes in the goal.
       • Do not signal offside.

Team Dashboard (here). << see if you have a referee for the game, contact volunteers, view game schedule, and much more.

Thank You,
Luke Cotton
Region Commissioner, Webmaster, & Fields Coord.

American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) - Region 149
A 5060 SW Philomath Blvd #193 Corvallis, OR 97333

AYSO, where kids play in a fun, family environment powered by Volunteers.

Welcome to the fall soccer season. This Saturday will be your first game day of the season and below is the rundown of the information pertinent to the 11U division.

1. Soccer Equipment Sale from 8:00am - 12:00pm Saturday we will be selling excess new and used soccer equipment by the AYSO soccer sheds. All proceeds help support player scholarships. We will have items like Soccer Balls ($3-$15), Soccer Jerseys ($4-$10), Soccer Shorts ($2-$5), Soccer Shoes, Shin Guards ($3-$6), & Coaching Equipment. Donations: Many families are having issues finding shoes. If you have old shoes, we could use them, please drop them off on Saturday to donate them for the sale.
   
   
2. Wear Team Uniform (or team color) (player equipment). (if you need to order/swap a uniform you do that at the safety/information shed)
   
   • Shin Guards Required.
   • Jersey must be on top, undershirt/sweatshirt is okay (no zippers & avoid hoods).
   • Shin Guards should be covered by the team socks... you put on the shin guards, then the socks.
   • Wear dark athletic shorts.
   • Bring water.
   • No Jewelry or Earrings.
     
     
3. Arrive 20min early (game schedule). Carpool, Bike, or (CTS route 8).
   
   
4. Find the field and the best parking area (map).
   
   • No Pets/Dogs near game fields, leave the pets at home.
     
   • Spectators, should sit 4ft from the field on the spectator side of the field and are not allowed by the goal areas.
   • 11U: Field 111: spectators are on the west side of the field.
   • 11U: Field 112: spectators are on the east side of the field by the barbwire fence.
   • 11U Fields: will only need a garbage can, two referee flags, four corner flags, & spectator/team signs.
   • Field Setup: If your game starts at 8:15 or 8:30am, you are first on the field and need to setup the field. If you show up and the trash can with the correct field number is not by the field, you need to send someone to get the can of gear and setup the corner flags.
   • Field Takedown: If no other teams are trying to push you off the field and if your game ends around noon or 1pm, you are most likely last. The job is the easiest it has ever been, anything that is not a goal, net, or sandbag should be removed from the field and dropped off at the brown fields shed (again, leave the goals, nets, and sandbags on the fields, for all fields).
     
     
5. We run a Kid Zone (conduct).
   No matter how intense the game can be, kids need cheerful support from the sidelines. Spectators are asked to adhere to the following guidelines:
   1. Kids are No. 1.
   2. Fun - not winning - is everything.
   3. Fans only cheer, and only coaches coach.
   4. No yelling in anger.
   5. Respect the volunteer (Adult & Youth) referees.
   6. No swearing or abusive behavior.
   7. No alcohol, tobacco or drugs.
   8. No weapons.
   9. Leave no trash behind.
   10. Set a proper example of sportsmanship.
       
       
6. No Center Referee? If your game does not have a center referee, coaches are encouraged to lead the teams in a scrimmage (Signup To Referee). Without a referee you cannot have a game, but you can have a scrimmage like in practice. You can see if your game has a referee on the team dashboard (here).
   
   
7. Game Day Rundown...
   1. Coaches will setup a spaced out area on the team side for the players to set gear/water.
   2. Players arrive with the proper attire. Read more about player equipment (here).
      • Wear uniform and dark shorts.
      • No Jewelry, not covered, not taped, again, No Jewelry.
      • If you wear a jacket, sweatshirt, or pants, avoid anything with hard plastic or metal.
      • Shin Guards, with team socks covering them. (soccer socks should cover the foot, then go on top of the shin guards)
   3. Coaches confirm player or team equipment. Missing something? Send a runner to the AYSO sheds.
   4. Home team will provide three pumped game balls, pumps can be found at the AYSO sheds.
   5. Coaches will confirm no team color conflicts. If same color, coin toss to see who wears pinnies, each team should have a full set of pinnies.
   6. Coaches will equip the goalkeeper with a pinnie that does not match either team's main color.
   7. Referees can go to the referee shed (blue shed) to checkout an electronic whistle if desired. We also have whistles at the ref shed.
   8. Referees should do a field safety / setup check (corner flags set, look for golf balls or dangerous holes, you can send a parent to get fill sand/dirt from the brown shed).
   9. Referees should do a player equipment check (no jewelry, no watches, and socks covering shin guards).
   10. If you are missing Assistant Referees, Coaches will see if any helpers are willing to be club linespeople and assist the center referee. You can read more about this helper below.
   11. Quarter stoppage. (11U @ 15m qtr)
       • 1min.
       • Allows coaches to adjust player positions.
       • Provides a quick break for players, good to have on warm days.
       • Helps coaches confirm players get equal play time.
       • Quarter stoppages are recommended to allow coaches to make quick adjustments and should be discussed before the game if needed.
   12. Half-time stoppage. (11U @ 30m half)
       • 5min.
       • Check-in with coaches to see if any changes are needed.
       • Teams switch sides of the field.
       • Kick-off from the same side (now has the opposite team on it).
   13. Avoid Blowouts: Let's ensure players & volunteers leaving the field, want to come back. Coaches, games with final scores like 0 to 6 are unacceptable for rec soccer, make adjustments, at least in the final quarter, to ensure a better balance, even if you can only get to something like 1 to 6. If you are a coach on the receiving end, and morale is not looking good, feel free to propose a forfeit, re-balance the teams, and try a new game/scrimmage with your pinnies. Coaches should make a reasonable effort to balance the game by trying the following... (remember to keep referees informed)
       
       • Shuffle scoring players into non-scoring positions.
       • Non-dominant players allowed to shoot on goal. Dominant players pass only.
       • Loan a powerful player to the other team.
       • Shots on goal are limited to 1st touch by attacker. Team without advantage, add player(s) to the field.
   14. Teams need to wrap up by the scheduled end time and before the next team is scheduled to start.
   15. No snacks at half time or at the end of the game.
   16. Referees return electronic whistles to referee shed.
   17. Coaches return any excess equipment or uniforms to the AYSO sheds.
   18. Coaches can use the game report email sent each Saturday to report any issues or areas of confusion.
   19. Referees can use the game signup reminder sent each Saturday to report any issues or areas of confusion.
       
       
8. Game Rules...
   1. Quarters (11U=15min). Halves (11U=30min)
   2. No headers or slides. An indirect free kick is awarded for any deliberate slide or head.
   3. Substitutions are at allowed stoppages and quarters. Once a coach confirms with the referee they are allowed to sub a player, they can swap the player(s). This process should be quick, max 15sec. Substituting players should be located at the half line. This helps the referees see the players needing a swap at the next stoppage.
   4. The remaining rules follow the normal laws of the game (here).
      
      
9. Help, Information, & Equipment: The Safety and Information Shed (Saturday 8am - 1pm) will have helpers and board members available for questions, equipment replacement, uniform swap, uniform order, etc.
   
   
10. Club Linesperson like an Assistant Referee (could be used in any division, no training required, can be a spectator that is 12 years or older)
    1. The only responsibility of the club linesperson is to signal when the ball went over the touchline / sideline.
    2. Raise your arm only when the entire ball goes over the entire line.
    3. The Game Coach or Center Referee might ask for a discrete signaling with a thumbs up, thumbs down, or a direction, but you normally do not signal the following...
       • Do not give the direction of the throw-in(9U+) or kick-in(6U-8U).
       • Do not signal fouls
       • Do not signal when the ball goes in the goal.
       • Do not signal offside.

Team Dashboard (here).

Thank You,
Luke Cotton
Region Commissioner, Webmaster, & Fields Coord.

American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) - Region 149
A 5060 SW Philomath Blvd #193 Corvallis, OR 97333

AYSO, where kids play in a fun, family environment powered by Volunteers.

Welcome to the fall soccer season. This Saturday will be your first game day of the season and below is the rundown of the information pertinent to the 9U division.

1. Soccer Equipment Sale from 8:00am - 12:00pm Saturday we will be selling excess new and used soccer equipment by the AYSO soccer sheds. All proceeds help support player scholarships. We will have items like Soccer Balls ($3-$15), Soccer Jerseys ($4-$10), Soccer Shorts ($2-$5), Soccer Shoes, Shin Guards ($3-$6), & Coaching Equipment. Donations: Many families are having issues finding shoes. If you have old shoes, we could use them, please drop them off on Saturday to donate them for the sale.
   
   
2. Wear Team Uniform (or team color) (player equipment). (if you need to order/swap a uniform you do that at the safety/information shed)
   
   • Shin Guards Required.
   • Jersey must be on top, undershirt/sweatshirt is okay (no zippers & avoid hoods).
   • Shin Guards should be covered by the team socks... you put on the shin guards, then the socks.
   • Wear dark athletic shorts.
   • Bring water.
   • No Jewelry or Earrings.
     
     
3. Arrive 20min early (game schedule). Carpool, Bike, or (CTS route 8).
   
   
4. Find the field and the best parking area (map).
   • No Pets/Dogs near game fields, leave the pets at home.
   • Spectators, should sit 4ft from the field and are not allowed by the goal areas.
   • Field 091: spectators are on the west side of the field, teams in the middle of the two fields.
   • Field 092: spectators are on the east side of the field, teams in the middle of the two fields.
   • 09U Fields:  will only need two referee flags, a garbage can, four corner flags, & spectator/team signs. Goals and nets stay as is.
   • Field Setup: If your game starts at 8:15 or 8:30am, you are first on the field and need to setup the field. If you show up and the trash can with the correct field number is not by the field, you need to send someone to get the can of gear and setup the corner flags.
   • Field Takedown: If no other teams are trying to push you off the field and if your game ends around noon or 1pm, you are most likely last. The job is the easiest it has ever been, anything that is not a goal, net, or sandbag should be removed from the field and dropped off at the brown fields shed (again, leave the goals, nets, and sandbags on the fields, for all fields).
     
     
5. We run a Kid Zone (conduct).
   No matter how intense the game can be, kids need cheerful support from the sidelines. Spectators are asked to adhere to the following guidelines:
   1. Kids are No. 1.
   2. Fun - not winning - is everything.
   3. Fans only cheer, and only coaches coach.
   4. No yelling in anger.
   5. Respect the volunteer (Adult & Youth) referees.
   6. No swearing or abusive behavior.
   7. No alcohol, tobacco or drugs.
   8. No weapons.
   9. Leave no trash behind.
   10. Set a proper example of sportsmanship.
       
       
6. No Center Referee? If your game does not have a center referee (9U+), coaches are encouraged to lead the teams in a scrimmage (Signup To Referee). Without a referee you cannot have a game, but you can have a scrimmage, like you would in practice. You can see if your game has a referee on the team dashboard (here).
   
   
7. Game Day Rundown...
   1. Coaches will setup a spaced out area on the team side for the players to set gear/water.
   2. Players arrive with the proper attire. Read more about player equipment (here).
      • Wear uniform and dark shorts.
      • No Jewelry, not covered, not taped, again, No Jewelry.
      • If you wear a jacket, sweatshirt, or pants, avoid anything with hard plastic or metal.
      • Shin Guards, with team socks covering them. (soccer socks should cover the foot, then go on top of the shin guards)
   3. Coaches confirm player or team equipment. Missing something? Send a runner to the AYSO sheds.
   4. Home team will provide three pumped game balls, pumps can be found at the AYSO sheds.
   5. Coaches will confirm no team color conflicts. If conflict, coin toss to see who wears pinnies, each team should have a full set of pinnies.
   6. Coaches will equip the goalkeeper with a pinnie that does not match either team's main color.
   7. Referees can go to the referee shed (blue shed) to checkout an electronic whistle if desired. We also have ref whistles at the AYSO ref shed.
   8. Referees should do a field safety / setup check (corner flags set, look for golf balls or dangerous holes, you can send a parent to get fill sand/dirt from the brown shed).
   9. Referees should do a player equipment check (no jewelry, no watches, and socks covering shin guards).
   10. Coaches will see if any helpers are willing to be club linespeople and assist the center referee. You can read more about this below.
   11. Quarter stoppage. (9U @ 12.5m qtrs)
       
       • 1min.
       • Allows coaches to adjust player positions.
       • Provides a quick break for players, good to have on warm days.
       • Helps coaches confirm players get equal play time.
       • Quarter stoppages are recommended to allow coaches to make quick adjustments and should be discussed before the game if needed.
   12. Half-time stoppage. (9U @ 25m half)
       
       • 5min.
       • Check-in with coaches to see if any changes are needed.
       • Teams switch sides of the field.
       • Kick-off from the same side (now has the opposite team on it).
   13. Avoid Blowouts: Let's ensure players & volunteers leaving the field today, want to come back. Coaches, games with final scores like 0 to 6 are unacceptable for rec soccer, make adjustments, to ensure a better balance, even if you can only get to something like 1 to 6. If you are a coach on the receiving end, and morale is not looking good, feel free to propose a forfeit, re-balance the teams, and try a new game/scrimmage with your pinnies. Coaches should make a reasonable effort to balance the game by exploring a few options like... (remember to keep referees informed)
       
       • Shuffle scoring players into non-scoring positions.
       • Non-dominant players allowed to shoot on goal. Dominant players pass only.
       • Loan a powerful player to the other team.
       • Shots on goal are limited to 1st touch by attacker. Team without advantage, add player(s) to the field.
   14. Teams need to wrap up by the scheduled end time and before the next team is scheduled to start.
   15. No snacks at half time or at the end of the game.
   16. Referees return electronic whistles to referee shed.
   17. Coaches return any excess equipment or uniforms to the AYSO sheds.
   18. Coaches can use the game report email sent each Saturday to report any issues or areas of confusion.
   19. Referees can use the game signup reminder sent each Saturday to report any issues or areas of confusion.
       
       
8. Game Rules...
   1. Quarters (9U=12.5min). Halves (9U=25min)
   2. Offside only occurs past the penalty lines. Think of it like you split the 2in center line and moved 1in of the line to top of the penalty area on each side.
   3. No headers or slides, players need to stay on their feet. An indirect free kick is awarded for any deliberate slide or header.
   4. Substitutions are at referee allowed stoppages and quarters from the half line. Once a coach confirms with the referee they are allowed to sub a player, they can swap the player(s). This process should be quick, max 15sec. Substituting players should be located at the half line. This helps the referee see the players needing a swap at the next stoppage.
   5. Once the goalkeeper takes possession of the ball, or when a goal kick has been called by the referee, the defending team (the team without the ball) should immediately run outside the penalty area. No player of the defending team may enter the penalty area until the ball has been put back into play by the goalkeeper.
   6. 9U goal keepers should not drop kick or punt the ball. Discourage, return the ball to the keeper and ask them to redo with a throw.
   7. The remaining rules follow the normal laws of the game (here).
      
      
9. Help, Information, & Equipment: The Safety and Information Shed (Saturday 8am - 1pm) will have helpers and board members available for questions, equipment replacement, uniform swap, uniform order, etc.
   
   
10. Club Linesperson like an Assistant Referee (could be used in any division, no training required, can be a spectator that is 12 years or older)
    
    1. The only responsibility of the club linesperson is to signal when the ball went over the touchline / sideline.
    2. Raise your arm only when the entire ball goes over the entire line.
    3. The Game Coach or Center Referee might ask for a discrete signaling with a thumbs up, thumbs down, or a direction, but you normally do not signal the following...
       • Do not give the direction of the throw-in(9U+) or kick-in(6U-8U).
       • Do not signal fouls
       • Do not signal when the ball goes in the goal.
       • Do not signal offside.

Team Dashboard (here).

Thank You,
Luke Cotton
Region Commissioner, Webmaster, & Fields Coord.

American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) - Region 149
A 5060 SW Philomath Blvd #193 Corvallis, OR 97333

AYSO, where kids play in a fun, family environment powered by Volunteers.

Welcome to the fall soccer season. This Saturday will be your first game day of the season and below is the rundown of the information pertinent to the 8U division.

1. Soccer Equipment Sale from 8:00am - 12:00pm Saturday we will be selling excess new and used soccer equipment by the AYSO soccer sheds. All proceeds help support player scholarships. We will have items like Soccer Balls ($3-$15), Soccer Jerseys ($4-$10), Soccer Shorts ($2-$5), Soccer Shoes, Shin Guards ($3-$6), & Coaching Equipment. Donations: Many families are having issues finding shoes. If you have old shoes, we could use them, please drop them off on Saturday to donate them for the sale.
   
   
2. Wear Team Uniform (or team color) (player equipment). (if you need to order/swap a uniform you do that at the safety/information shed)
   • Shin Guards Required.
   • Jersey must be on top, undershirt/sweatshirt is okay (no zippers & avoid hoods).
   • Shin Guards should be covered by the team socks... you put on the shin guards, then the socks.
   • Wear dark athletic shorts.
   • Bring water.
   • No Jewelry or Earrings.
     
     
3. Arrive 20min early (game schedule). Carpool, Bike, or (CTS route 8).
   
   
4. Find the field and the best parking area (map).
   • No Pets/Dogs at the game fields, leave the pets at home.
   • Spectators, should be 4ft away from the field and are not allowed by the goal areas.
   • Field 081 & 082: spectators are on the east side of the fields by the track.
   • 08U: the goals are on the field, fields will only need a garbage can, corner flags, spectator/team signs, & field # sign. The goals should stay out on the fields after the last game.
     
     
5. We run a Kid Zone (conduct).
   No matter how intense the game can be, kids need cheerful support from the sidelines. Spectators are asked to adhere to the following guidelines:
   1. Kids are No. 1.
   2. Fun - not winning - is everything.
   3. Fans only cheer, and only coaches coach.
   4. No yelling in anger.
   5. Respect the volunteer (Adult & Youth) referees.
   6. No swearing or abusive behavior.
   7. No alcohol, tobacco or drugs.
   8. No weapons.
   9. Leave no trash behind.
   10. Set a proper example of sportsmanship.
       
       
6. Game Day Rundown...
   1. Coaches will setup a spaced out area on the team side for the players to set gear/water.
   2. Players arrive with the proper attire. Read more about player equipment (here).
      • Wear uniform and dark shorts.
      • No Jewelry, not covered, not taped, again, No Jewelry.
      • If you wear a jacket, sweatshirt, or pants, avoid anything with hard plastic or metal.
      • Shin Guards, with team socks covering them. (soccer socks should cover the foot, then go on top of the shin guards)
   3. Coaches confirm player or team equipment. Missing something? Send a runner to the AYSO sheds.
   4. Home team will provide two pumped game balls, pumps can be found at the AYSO sheds.
   5. Coaches will confirm no team color conflicts. If matching colors, coin toss to see who wears pinnies, each team should have a full set of pinnies.
   6. Coaches can go to the referee shed (blue shed) to checkout an electronic whistle if desired. We have coach whistles at the information AYSO shed.
   7. Coaches should do a field safety / setup check (corner flags set, look for golf balls or dangerous holes, you can send a parent to get fill sand from the brown shed).
   8. Coaches should do a player equipment check (no jewelry, no watches, and socks covering shin guards).
   9. Coaches will work out who will be managing the games, who is keeping time, any specific modifications, and any other rules/changes. Each main field coach needs to have all the online trainings completed in AYSOU (training).
   10. Quarter stoppage. (8U @ 10m qtrs)
       
       • 1min.
       • Allows coaches to adjust player positions.
       • Provides a quick break for players, good to have on warm days.
       • Helps coaches confirm players get equal play time.
   11. Half-time stoppage. (8U @ 20m half)
       • 5min.
       • Check-in with other coaches to see if any changes are needed.
       • Teams switch sides of the field.
       • Kick-off from the same side (now has the opposite team on it).
   12. Teams need to wrap up by the scheduled end time and before the next team is scheduled to start.
   13. No snacks at half time or at the end of the game.
   14. Coaches return electronic whistles to referee shed.
   15. Coaches return any excess equipment or uniforms to the AYSO sheds.
   16. Coaches can use the game report email sent each Saturday to report any issues or areas of confusion.
       
       
7. Game Rules...
   1. 20 minute halves. Quarters (8U=10m). Halves (8U=20m)
   2. No throw-in (do kick-in) with all other players about 12ft back.
   3. No goalkeeper or goal-hanging... remind players no goal hanging, keep about 3ft away from the goal.
   4. No offside.
   5. All kicks are direct and players can score. (the book/training might say otherwise, but we do everything direct)
   6. No headers or slides, players need to stay up on feet.
   7. Coaches should make a reasonable effort to balance the game.
   8. Substitutions can be free flowing at any time, but the player needs to come off the field, before the new player goes on.
   9. The goal kick is 3ft from the goal, and all other players should be about 12ft away from the kicker.
      
      
8. Help, Information, & Equipment...
   1. The Safety and Information Shed (Saturday 8am - 1pm) will have helpers and board members available for questions, equipment replacement, uniform swap, uniform order, etc.

Team Dashboard (here).

Thank You,
Luke Cotton
Region Commissioner, Webmaster, & Fields Coord.

American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) - Region 149
A 5060 SW Philomath Blvd #193 Corvallis, OR 97333

AYSO, where kids play in a fun, family environment powered by Volunteers.

Welcome to the fall soccer season. This Saturday will be your first game day of the season and below is the rundown of the information pertinent to the 7U division.

1. Soccer Equipment Sale from 8:00am - 12:00pm Saturday we will be selling excess new and used soccer equipment by the AYSO soccer sheds. All proceeds help support player scholarships. We will have items like Soccer Balls ($3-$15), Soccer Jerseys ($4-$10), Soccer Shorts ($2-$5), Soccer Shoes, Shin Guards ($3-$6), & Coaching Equipment. Donations: Many families are having issues finding shoes. If you have old shoes, we could use them, please drop them off on Saturday to donate them for the sale.
   
   
2. Wear Team Uniform (or team color) (player equipment). (if you need to order/swap a uniform you do that at the safety/information shed)
   
   • Shin Guards Required.
   • Jersey must be on top, undershirt/sweatshirt is okay (no zippers & avoid hoods).
   • Shin Guards should be covered by the team socks... you put on the shin guards, then the socks.
   • Wear dark athletic shorts.
   • Bring water.
   • No Jewelry or Earrings.
     
     
3. Arrive 20min early (game schedule). Carpool, Bike, or (CTS route 8).
   
   
4. Find the field and the best parking area (map).
   • No Pets/Dogs at the game fields, leave the pets at home.
   • Spectators, should be 4ft away from the field and are not allowed by the goal areas.
   • Field 071 & 072: spectators are on the west side of the fields by construction fence.
   • 07U: the goals are on the field, fields will only need a garbage can, corner flags, spectator/team signs, & field # sign. The goals should stay out on the fields after the last game.
     
     
5. We run a Kid Zone (conduct).
   No matter how intense the game can be, kids need cheerful support from the sidelines. Spectators are asked to adhere to the following guidelines:
   1. Kids are No. 1.
   2. Fun - not winning - is everything.
   3. Fans only cheer, and only coaches coach.
   4. No yelling in anger.
   5. Respect the volunteer (Adult & Youth) referees.
   6. No swearing or abusive behavior.
   7. No alcohol, tobacco or drugs.
   8. No weapons.
   9. Leave no trash behind.
   10. Set a proper example of sportsmanship.
       
       
6. Game Day Rundown...
   1. Coaches will setup a spaced out area on the team side for the players to set gear/water.
   2. Players arrive with the proper attire. Read more about player equipment (here).
      • Wear uniform and dark shorts.
      • No Jewelry, not covered, not taped, again, No Jewelry.
      • If you wear a jacket, sweatshirt, or pants, avoid anything with hard plastic or metal.
      • Shin Guards, with team socks covering them. (soccer socks should cover the foot, then go on top of the shin guards)
   3. Coaches confirm player or team equipment. Missing something? Send a runner to the AYSO sheds.
   4. Home team will provide two pumped game balls, pumps can be found at the AYSO sheds.
   5. Coaches will confirm no team color conflicts. If matching colors, coin toss to see who wears pinnies, each team should have a full set of pinnies.
   6. Coaches can go to the referee shed (blue shed) to checkout an electronic whistle if desired. We have coach whistles at the information AYSO shed.
   7. Coaches should do a field safety / setup check (corner flags set, look for golf balls or dangerous holes, you can send a parent to get fill sand from the brown shed).
   8. Coaches should do a player equipment check (no jewelry, no watches, and socks covering shin guards).
   9. Coaches will work out who will be managing the games, who is keeping time, any specific modifications, and any other rules/changes. Each main field coach needs to have all the online trainings completed in AYSOU (training).
   10. Quarter stoppage. (7U @ 10m qtrs)
       
       • 1min.
       • Allows coaches to adjust player positions.
       • Provides a quick break for players, good to have on warm days.
       • Helps coaches confirm players get equal play time.
   11. Half-time stoppage. (7U @ 20m half)
       
       • 5min.
       • Check-in with other coaches to see if any changes are needed.
       • Teams switch sides of the field.
       • Kick-off from the same side (now has the opposite team on it).
   12. Teams need to wrap up by the scheduled end time and before the next team is scheduled to start.
   13. No snacks at half time or at the end of the game.
   14. Coaches return electronic whistles to referee shed.
   15. Coaches return any excess equipment or uniforms to the AYSO sheds.
   16. Coaches can use the game report email sent each Saturday to report any issues or areas of confusion.
       
       
7. Game Rules...
   1. 20 minute halves. Quarters (7U=10m). Halves (7U=20m)
   2. No throw-in (do kick-in) with all other players about 12ft back.
   3. No goalkeeper or goal-hanging... remind players no goal hanging, keep about 3ft away from the goal.
   4. No offside.
   5. All kicks are direct and players can score. (the book/training might say otherwise, but we do everything direct)
   6. No headers or slides, players need to stay up on feet.
   7. Coaches should make a reasonable effort to balance the game.
   8. Substitutions can be free flowing at any time, but the player needs to come off the field, before the new player goes on.
   9. The goal kick is 3ft from the goal, and all other players should be about 12ft away from the kicker.
      
      
8. Help, Information, & Equipment...
   1. The Safety and Information Shed (Saturday 8am - 1pm) will have helpers and board members available for questions, equipment replacement, uniform swap, uniform order, etc.

Team Dashboard (here).

Thank You,
Luke Cotton
Region Commissioner, Webmaster, & Fields Coord.

American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) - Region 149
A 5060 SW Philomath Blvd #193 Corvallis, OR 97333

AYSO, where kids play in a fun, family environment powered by Volunteers.

Welcome to the fall soccer season. This Saturday will be your first game day of the season and below is the rundown of the information pertinent to the 6U division.

1. Soccer Equipment Sale from 8:00am - 12:00pm Saturday we will be selling excess new and used soccer equipment by the AYSO soccer sheds. All proceeds help support player scholarships. We will have items like Soccer Balls ($3-$15), Soccer Jerseys ($4-$10), Soccer Shorts ($2-$5), Soccer Shoes, Shin Guards ($3-$6), & Coaching Equipment. Donations: Many families are having issues finding shoes. If you have old shoes, we could use them, please drop them off on Saturday to donate them for the sale.
   
   
2. Wear Team Uniform (or team color) (player equipment). (if you need to order/swap a uniform you do that at the safety/information shed)
   
   • Shin Guards Required.
   • Jersey must be on top, undershirt/sweatshirt is okay (no zippers & avoid hoods).
   • Shin Guards should be covered by the team socks... you put on the shin guards, then the socks.
   • Wear dark athletic shorts.
   • Bring water.
   • No Jewelry or Earrings.
     
     
3. Arrive 20min early (game schedule). Carpool, Bike, or (CTS route 8).
   
   
4. Find the field and the best parking area (map).
   
   • No Pets/Dogs at the game fields, leave the pets at home.
   • Spectators, should sit 4ft away from the field and are not allowed by the goal areas.
   • Field 061 & 062: spectators are on the east side of the fields.
   • 06U Fields: the goals are on the field, you will only need a garbage can, corner flags, spectator/team signs, & field # sign. The goals should stay out on the fields after the last game.
     
     
5. We run a Kid Zone (conduct).
   No matter how intense the game can be, kids need cheerful support from the sidelines. Spectators are asked to adhere to the following guidelines:
   1. Kids are No. 1.
   2. Fun - not winning - is everything.
   3. Fans only cheer, and only coaches coach.
   4. No yelling in anger.
   5. Respect the volunteer (Adult & Youth) referees.
   6. No swearing or abusive behavior.
   7. No alcohol, tobacco or drugs.
   8. No weapons.
   9. Leave no trash behind.
   10. Set a proper example of sportsmanship.
       
       
6. Game Day Rundown...
   1. Coaches will setup a spaced out area on the team side for the players to set gear/water.
   2. Coaches setup cones for the first 30min of practice activities on half of the field.
   3. Players arrive with the proper attire. Read more about player equipment (here).
      • Wear uniform and dark shorts.
      • No Jewelry, not covered, not taped, again, No Jewelry.
      • If you wear a jacket, sweatshirt, or pants, avoid anything with hard plastic or metal.
      • Shin Guards, with team socks covering them. (soccer socks should cover the foot, then go on top of the shin guards)
   4. Coaches confirm player or team equipment. Missing something? Send a runner to the AYSO sheds.
   5. Home team will provide two pumped game balls, pumps can be found at the AYSO sheds.
   6. Coaches will confirm no team color conflicts. If conflict, coin toss to see who wears pinnies. Teams should have a full team supply of pinnies.
   7. Coaches can go to the referee shed (blue shed) to checkout an electronic whistle if desired. We have coach whistles at the information AYSO shed.
   8. Coaches would do a field safety / setup check (corner flags set, look for golf balls or dangerous holes, you can send a parent to get fill sand from the brown shed).
   9. Coaches should do a player equipment check (no jewelry, no watches, and socks covering shin guards).
   10. Coaches will work out who will be managing the game, when they plan to start, any specific modifications, and any other rules/changes. Each main field coach needs to have all the online trainings completed in AYSOU (training).
   11. First 30min of game time is a practice, then you transition into a set of games with the rules below.
   12. Quarter Stoppage. (6U @ 7.5m qtrs)
       • 1min.
       • Allows coaches to adjust player positions.
       • Provides a quick break for players, good to have on warm days.
       • Helps coaches confirm players get equal play time.
   13. Half-time stoppage. (6U @ 15m half)
       
       • 5min.
       • Check-in with coaches to see if any changes are needed.
       • Teams switch sides of the field.
       • Kick-off from the same side (now has the opposite team on it).
   14. Teams need to wrap up by the scheduled end time, so the next team can start practicing.
   15. No snacks at half time or at the end of the game.
   16. Coaches return electronic whistles to referee shed.
   17. Coaches return any excess team or uniform equipment to the AYSO sheds.
   18. Coaches can use the game report email sent each Saturday to report any issues or areas of confusion.
       
       
7. Game Rules...
   1. 15 minute halves. Quarters (6U=7.5m). Halves (6U=15m)
   2. No throw-in (do kick-in) with all other players about 12ft back.
   3. No goalkeeper or goal-hanging... remind players no goal hanging, keep about 3ft away from the goal.
   4. No offside.
   5. All kicks are direct and players can score. (the book/training might say otherwise, but we do everything direct)
   6. No headers or slides, players need to stay up on feet.
   7. Coaches should make a reasonable effort to balance the game.
   8. Substitutions can be free flowing at any time, but the player needs to come off the field, before the new player goes on.
   9. The goal kick is 3ft from the goal, and all other players should be about 12ft away from the kicker.
      
      
8. Help, Information, & Equipment...
   1. The Safety and Information Shed (Saturday 8am - 1pm) will have helpers and board members available for questions, equipment replacement, uniform swap, uniform order, etc.

Team Dashboard (here).

Thank You,
Luke Cotton
Region Commissioner, Webmaster, & Fields Coord.

American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) - Region 149
A 5060 SW Philomath Blvd #193 Corvallis, OR 97333

AYSO, where kids play in a fun, family environment powered by Volunteers.

Hello Corvallis AYSO Families!

Coach Administrator Dan Herford here.  Along with Abe Drabkin, our Director of Coach Training, I encourage you to consider joining our Corvallis AYSO coaching team.

*** Jump to the bottom to get THE DETAILS on how to get going on coaching ***

Our dedicated, enthusiastic, talented, and surprisingly witty coach administration and training team is here to help our volunteer coaches successfully deliver a high-quality soccer program to our AYSO kids.

Perhaps you, or someone you know - it could be a relative, or friend, or older sibling - is ready to jump onto the pitch to help your son or daughter have a fun experience learning and growing in the context of soccer.

We're looking for people who enjoy the game and enjoy helping kids reach their potential.  Soccer experience is great, but not required.  More important is a desire to learn and grow yourself, and a desire to help kids do the same.  

We'll provide training to equip you for the age level you are coaching, and when you become a coach with Corvallis AYSO, you will find yourself on a team with other coaches who are here to help all of the kids in the program be successful and have a good experience.

I'll be real - it takes a fair amount of time and dedication to do the job.  But, the reward is seeing the kids develop and grow, with a fun benefit of hearing 'Hey Coach!' when you run into a former player at the grocery store.

Right now the push is to get coaches trained.  Go to https://www.corvallisayso.org/coaches/training.html for information on the training requirements for each division.  

Much of the training is online - you'll want to get that started right away.  There is also local training - classroom training for 11U and above, and field training for all divisions.  The local training is happening later this month.  You'll want to get signed up as soon as possible at https://www.corvallisayso.org/coaches/training.html

Look over the info on the website, and then email us with any questions.  We'll also try to have someone from the coach team available at the team meetings happening this week to answer questions.

See you on the pitch!

Dan Herford
Coach Administrator

*** THE DETAILS ***

Coaches need to be/have:
1) Registered Volunteers (need to re-register every year)
2) Annual Concussion Training
3) AYSO Safe Haven Certification
4) SafeSport Training
5) Online Coach Training for your Division
6) In-person Classroom and/or Field Training for you Division

All of the links and detailed walk-throughs are found at https://www.corvallisayso.org/coaches/training.html

(Yes, it's a lot, but it gets easier after you get through it the first time.)

Questions, concerns, problems?  Please shoot us an email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Thanks,
Dan

• (here) < Corvallis AYSO Home Page & Sports Connect Login > (here)
  
  
• Team Dashboard Page > (here) (see players, volunteers, & helpers)
  
  
• (here) < Player Refund/Drop Request
  
  
• Team Roster Change Request > (here)
  
  
• (here) < Board Member Contact Us Page & Program Summary Details > (here)
  
  
  • Region Calendar > (here)
    
    
• (here) < Coach Field Training Signups & Running an AYSO Practice / Training Session > (here)
  
  
  • Volunteer Job Descriptions > (here)
    
    
• (here) < Volunteer Registration Guide

• (here) < Corvallis AYSO Home Page & Sports Connect Login > (here)
  
  
• Team Dashboard Page > (here) (see players, volunteers, & helpers)
  
  
• (here) < Player Refund/Drop Request
  
  
• Team Roster Change Request > (here)
  
  
• (here) < Board Member Contact Us Page & Program Summary Details > (here)
  
  
  • Region Calendar > (here)
    
    
• (here) < Coach Field Training Signups & Running an AYSO Practice / Training Session > (here)
  
  
  • Volunteer Job Descriptions > (here)
    
    
• (here) < Volunteer Registration Guide

• (here) < Corvallis AYSO Home Page & Sports Connect Login > (here)
  
  
• Team Dashboard Page > (here) (see players, volunteers, & helpers)
  
  
• (here) < Player Refund/Drop Request
  
  
• Team Roster Change Request > (here)
  
  
• (here) < Board Member Contact Us Page & Program Summary Details > (here)
  
  
  • Region Calendar > (here)
    
    
• (here) < Coach Field Training Signups & Running an AYSO Practice / Training Session > (here)
  
  
  • Volunteer Job Descriptions > (here)
    
    
• (here) < Volunteer Registration Guide

• (here) < Corvallis AYSO Home Page & Sports Connect Login > (here)
  
  
• Team Dashboard Page > (here) (see players, volunteers, & helpers)
  
  
• (here) < Player Refund/Drop Request
  
  
• Team Roster Change Request > (here)
  
  
• (here) < Board Member Contact Us Page & Program Summary Details > (here)
  
  
  • Region Calendar > (here)
    
    
• (here) < Coach Field Training Signups & Running an AYSO Practice / Training Session > (here)
  
  
  • Volunteer Job Descriptions > (here)
    
    
• (here) < Volunteer Registration Guide

• (here) < Corvallis AYSO Home Page & Sports Connect Login > (here)
  
  
• Team Dashboard Page > (here) (see players, volunteers, & helpers)
  
  
• (here) < Player Refund/Drop Request
  
  
• Team Roster Change Request > (here)
  
  
• (here) < Board Member Contact Us Page & Program Summary Details > (here)
  
  
  • Region Calendar > (here)
    
    
• (here) < Coach Field Training Signups & Running an AYSO Practice / Training Session > (here)
  
  • Volunteer Job Descriptions > (here)
    
    
• (here) < Volunteer Registration Guide

• (here) < Corvallis AYSO Home Page & Sports Connect Login > (here)
  
  
• Team Dashboard Page > (here) (see players, volunteers, & helpers)
  
  
• (here) < Player Refund/Drop Request
  
  
• Team Roster Change Request > (here)
  
  
• (here) < Board Member Contact Us Page & Program Summary Details > (here)
  
  
  • Region Calendar > (here)
    
    
• (here) < Coach Field Training Signups & Running an AYSO Practice / Training Session > (here)
  
  
  • Volunteer Job Descriptions > (here)
    
    
• (here) < Volunteer Registration Guide

Fall Soccer Programs

5U Fall Developmental Program - Players Born 2018 (more details)
Encourages skill development and will progress towards learning how to play 2v2 and 3v3 Jamboree scrimmage games. Signup is for the fall season at a cost of the $20 membership and $30 for the season. You would signup again for the spring season at another $30 for that season.

6U Fall & Spring Recreational Soccer - Players Born 2017 (more details)
Games are on Saturdays, 7 in fall after labor day and 7 in spring after spring break between 8:30-3pm. You will have one training session by a volunteer coach at the start of each game time on Saturday for 30min. Games are 3 vs. 3 where each team of 6 players compete in a recreational game run by a volunteer coach.

7U Fall & Spring Recreational Soccer - Players Born 2016 (more details)
Games are on Saturdays, 7 in fall after labor day and 7 in spring after spring break between 8:30-3pm. You will have one training session per week on a weekday that could be 1 hour by a volunteer coach that decides the location & time. Games are 4 vs. 4 where each team of 7 players compete in a recreational game run by a volunteer coach.

8U Fall & Spring Recreational Soccer - Players Born 2015 (more details)
Games are on Saturdays, 7 in fall after labor day and 7 in spring after spring break between 8:30-3pm. You will have one training session per week on a weekday that could be 1 hour by a volunteer coach that decides the location & time. Games are 5 vs. 5 where each team of 8 players compete in a recreational game run by a volunteer coach.

9U Fall & Spring Recreational Soccer - Players Born 2014 (more details)
Games are on Saturdays, 7 in fall after labor day and 7 in spring after spring break from 8:30-3pm. You will have two training sessions per week on a weekday that could be 1 hour each by a volunteer coach that decides the location & time. Games are 7 vs. 7 where each team of 10 players compete in a recreational game run by volunteer referees. At 9U we introduce the goal keeping position.

11U Fall & Spring Recreational Soccer - Players Born 2013 & 2012 (more details)
Games are on Saturdays, 7 in fall after labor day and 7 in spring after spring break from 8:30-3pm. You will have two training sessions per week on a weekday that could be 1 hour each by a volunteer coach that decides the location & time. Games are 9 vs. 9 where each team of 12 players compete in a recreational game run by volunteer referees.

13U Fall & Spring Recreational Soccer - Players Born 2011 & 2010 (more details)
Games are on Saturdays, 7 in fall after labor day and 7 in spring after spring break from 8:30-3pm. You will have two training sessions per week on a weekday that could be 1.5 hours each by a volunteer coach that decides the location & time. Games are 11 vs. 11 where each team of 15 players compete in a recreational game run by volunteer referees. Depending on the number of players, the division might be adjusted to have smaller teams playing 9 vs. 9 in games.

15U Fall & Spring Recreational Soccer - Players Born 2009 & 2008 (more details)
Games are on Saturdays, 7 in fall after labor day and 7 in spring after spring break from 8:30-3pm. You will have two training sessions per week on a weekday that could be 1.5 hours each by a volunteer coach that decides the location & time. Games are 11 vs. 11 where each team of 15 players compete in a recreational game run by volunteer referees. Games will occasionally be traveling and schedules will be setup to try and work with the EXTRA program (here).

19U Fall High School Program - Players Born 2008-2004 (more details)
Encourages recreational games and activities with peers. Signup is for the fall season at a cost of the $20 membership and $30 for the season. You would signup again for the spring season at another $30 for that season.

Frequently Asked Questions

Program Costs
Our costs are primarily player jersey, team equipment, fields, and volunteer background checks. If you signup and only want to play in fall, the price is the same. If you signup for spring in February, the price is the same with the costs covering the added volunteers, added players, and replacement or new team equipment.

• Spring & Fall Season / School Year Program (6U-15U Rec):
  
  • $20 for AYSO Membership.
  • $70 for Program Cost. (Scholarship $20 for Program Cost.)
  • $2.75 for Sports Connect Transaction.
• Fall Season Program (5U Dev & 19U Rec/Pickup):
  • $20 for AYSO Membership.
  • $30 for Program Cost. (Scholarship $10 for Program Cost.)
  • $2.75 for Sports Connect Transaction.

Special Placement Request?
Fill out this form (here); use the categories to select what you are requesting. Types of requests include Team Friend/Buddy (want to be placed with this one other player), Play Up a Division, Not Placed With (volunteer or player), Volunteer Buddy (want to volunteer with this person), Player w/ Family Volunteer (family volunteer has independent account and is not associated to the player), & Medical / Developmental / VIP Placement. We cannot guarantee requests will be honored. Please fill out two forms when needed, for example if you wish to play in a higher division with a friend, please fill out one form for each request.

Cash or Check?
Everything can be paid by Credit Card online in Sports Connect, they charge $2.75 per transaction. In rare circumstances we can accept payment by cash or check, please email the registrar if you need that accommodation (contact).

Refunds?
Those desiring a refund must submit the request (here). We cannot refund the membership or the Sports Connect fees, of the program fees we look to cover our costs and that can be less 3% for the credit card.

Per Player Scholarship?
You register/apply the same as everyone else, when asked about eligibility for a scholarship during registration, check yes if you are eligible. You should see a question... "My family and this player is approved for free and reduced meals, SNAP, or TANF. My family can provide proof when requested and authorize AYSO to verify my approval/enrollment. If I cannot provide proof when requested, I understand I will be charged the full player registration fee." after checking yes, your fee would be reduced and you can finish the application online.

Thank You,
Luke Cotton - Region Commissioner
Andy Ungerer - Region Registrar (email)