Fall Rec Soccer, where are we at?
- Game schedule for K-8 is done and set.
- Division All-In-One Bundle: Kinder (here) | 1st Grade (here) | 2nd Grade (here) | 3/4th Grade (here) | 5/6th Grade (here) | 7/8th Grade (here)
Season Email Archive
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[CorvallisAYSO] 10/12 Game Day
10/12/24 6:26 AM
Hello All Rec AYSO Families, NOTICE 4 ALL: Not much, but next week will have a lot in the email and some leading up. Picture items are distributed 10/19. Kona Ice will be by the Pickleball Courts today, 10/12. FYI: Indoor soccer (Nov-Dec) registration is online in Sports Connect (here). We are still working on the registration for Futsal (Jan-Mar), please stay tuned for an email soon. Parents Game Day Reminders: Expect to take some time finding a parking spot off the grass.
Coaches Be sure the referee leaves with the game card or that the card gets deposited in the referee shed box. 5/6th grade coaches, you will likely have an opportunity to play in the area tournament. It costs money for each team and would either be on the weekend of 11/2 or 10/26. More details to come. NOTICE: We keep the same team frameworks for spring outdoor rec. If you are coaching in spring, we ask you hold on to the equipment if you can, but if you know you are not coaching in spring, bring your team equipment to the AYSO info shed on 10/19. Referees Remember to check in and place a check by your name on the referee schedule at the referee shed. Look for any notices. Remember to get your game card deposited in the referee shed box. Thank You, AYSO, where kids play in a fun, family environment powered by Volunteers.... including me. |
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Week 5: Review & Fine Tuning Play
10/08/24 9:26 AM
Coaches, Referees and Parents, Teams are showing dramatic development throughout the season. Scores are coming from a wide range of players, teams are experiencing their first win, coaches are witnessing individual and team growth that are beyond expectation, and referees are being recognized for solid game management. Over the course of the season several emails went out looking for support from parents and spectators. Coaches, please let these valuable people know how much AYSO appreciates their own development. We are hearing from others that the atmosphere around the fields and around the facility is a much more positive and enjoyable place to be on a Saturday. This only happens when everyone is on the same page. A quick reminder to our coaches and player regarding goalkeeper safety. As much as we know that a loose ball is a "playable ball", remember that goalkeepers often need to be on the ground to stop a ball, but in this position are also in close proximity to an attacking players feet. If a referee is allowing play to continue, then be careful how you attack the ball. Player safety is more important than scoring, however in the event that a collision does happen, please stay with the injured player and let them know that you are "sorry". And finally, we are hearing of tremendous sportsmanship this season: Players clapping for an opponent, players lifting up an opponent, and players switching to play for an opponent. These actions create the fun and competitive soccer environment we all want to experience, and that is the AYSO way to play! See you Week 6! Brad Whitcomb AYSO Director of Coach Instruction AYSO Safety Director AYSO 5U Coach |
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[CorvallisAYSO] 10/5 Game Day & Final Picture Day
10/05/24 5:58 AM
Hello All Rec AYSO Families, NOTICE 4 ALL: Some teams have pictures today at the NE corner, north of the big field 151, games need to end on time in the 75-min time block. Parents, you can always ask the photographers to do an individual picture at any time this morning. Kona Ice is scheduled again, to be at the area by the soccer sheds. FYI: Indoor soccer (Nov-Dec) & Futsal (Jan-Mar): We are working on the registration for these programs, please stay tuned for an email soon. Parents Game Day Reminders: Expect to take some time finding a spot off the grass.
Coaches Be sure the referee leaves with the game card or that the card gets deposited in the referee shed box. Picture Day (2 of 2): You need to end your game on time, each group is schedule for the field for 75 min, that is the time you have. Shorten the game to fit the time slot. Referees Remember to check in and place a check by your name on the referee schedule at the referee shed. Look for any notices. Each game time slot, is 75 min, you need to end on time, so shorten the games as needed. Remember to get your game card deposited in the referee shed box. Picture Day (2 of 2): You need to end your game on time, each group is schedule for the field for 75 min, that is the time you have. Shorten the game if needed to fit the time slot. Thank You, AYSO, where kids play in a fun, family environment powered by Volunteers.... including me. |
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Week 4: Updates & Observations
9/29/24 1:38 PM
AYSO Coaches, Players and Spectators: Week 4 is completed and based on Game Reports, Saturday was our best game day this season. True, there were some unbalanced results but scores don't always tell the whole story. Please know that our AYSO Board will meet in the off-season to revisit the topic of "Balanced Teams", and how it might look in the spring. Until then all we can do is seek assistance from coaches, and understanding from players and spectators. The comments below are meant for basic housekeeping only. The weekend was an overall success. Coaches:
Players:
Spectators:
Week 5 is coming up, and we all have another opportunity to build on our previous successes. Continue to communicate within your team, continue to share Game Reports, and continue to develop a high-quality playing experience for our young players. See you all next Saturday. Brad Whitcomb AYSO Director of Coach Instruction |
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[CorvallisAYSO] 9/28 Game Day & Pictures
9/28/24 6:39 AM
Hello All Rec AYSO Families, NOTICE 4 ALL: Some teams have pictures today, games need to end on time in the 75-min time block. Parents, you can always ask the photographers to do an individual picture at any time this morning. FYI: Kona Ice is scheduled to be at the area by the soccer sheds. Links: (Fields Map) (Sports Connect) Parents Game Day Reminders: Parking will be packed, so expect to take some time finding a spot off the grass.
Managers Picture Day Reservations: Go https://www.4nsp.com/book/ then type AYSO149 as the code. Reserve your picture time slot for 10/5 ASAP. Field Takedown: Game Ending at 12:15 or 1:30??? No other team? Anything that is not a goal or net should be picked up from the field and dropped off at the brown shed. Coaches Be sure the referee leaves with the game card or that the card gets deposited in the referee shed box. Picture Day (1 of 2): You need to end your game on time, each group is schedule for the field for 75 min, that is the time you have. Shorten the game to fit the time slot. Picture Day Reservations: Go https://www.4nsp.com/book/ then type AYSO149 as the code. Reserve your picture time slot for 10/5 ASAP. Repeat Reminders... Kinder, 1st, 2nd, & 3rd/4th Substitutions: Please use a fixed substitution opportunity for both teams every 5 to 6 minutes of play. Suspending A Match: K-2nd, as the coach leading a game, you have the ability to suspend (temporarily stop for a reason other than anything happening in the match itself) a match to help deal with any situation that is not SAFE, FAIR, or FUN. 3rd/4th, 5th/6th, & 7th/8th, Spectator Lines and Technical Areas: We have added a setback line on the spectator side of each field to help families set up to watch a few feet back from the touchline. Please help them make use of this nice new feature! We have also added technical areas for team officials, substitutes, and all the team gear. Referees Remember to check in and place a check by your name on the referee schedule at the referee shed. Look for any notices. Each game time slot, is 75 min, you need to end on time, so shorten the games as needed. Picture Day (1 of 2): You need to end your game on time, each group is schedule for the field for 75 min, that is the time you have. Shorten the game if needed to fit the time slot. Repeat Reminders... 3rd/4th Substitutions NOTE: Please talk to the 3rd/4th coaches and remind them we use a fixed every 5-6 min substitution method. The only other subbing allowed is for injury. Spectator Lines and Technical Areas: We have added a setback line on the spectator side of each field to help families set up to watch a few feet back from the touchline. Please help them make use of this nice new feature! We have also added technical areas for team officials, substitutes, and all the team gear. Game Cards/Reports: Coaches can manage the game cards during the game, but please gather the cards after, confirm the details, and deposit the cards at the referee shed. Suspending A Match: Remember that you, as the referee, have the ability to suspend (temporarily stop for a reason other than anything happening in the match itself) a match to help deal with any situation that is not SAFE, FUN, or FAIR. Thank You, AYSO, where kids play in a fun, family environment powered by Volunteers.... including me. |
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Game Start Times
9/25/24 4:21 PM
Coaches,
Week 4:
Game Report comments indicate that coaches view game start times differently. Some seek 30 minute pre-game warm-ups and others 15-20 minute pre-game warm-up.
Beginning with 7U, teams are assigned a 90-minute slot. The time listed on the schedule is when the coaches should start the game. For a 10 AM kick-off, arrive by 9:40 AM, take the field, and warm-up for competition.
Enjoy Week 4!
Brad Whitcomb
Director of Coach Instruction
5U Schoolyard Coach
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[CorvallisAYSO] 9/21 Game Notes
9/21/24 5:48 AM
Hello All Rec AYSO Families, Please take a look at your section for information pertinent to you, and expect these emails the morning of each game day. NOTICE 4 ALL: Please no parking on the grass. Students are still moving in, and it is a Beaver game day in the afternoon, expect extra traffic on highway 34. Kona Ice is scheduled to be at the area by the pickleball courts. Links: (Fields Map) (Sports Connect) Parents Game Day Reminders: Parking will be normally packed, so expect to take some time finding a spot. 1st grade families, please look to park on Knollbrook.
Team Managers Picture Day Reservations: Go https://www.4nsp.com/book/ then type AYSO149 as the code. Field Takedown: Game Ending at 12:15 or 1:30??? No other team? Anything that is not a goal or net should be picked up from the field and dropped off at the brown fields shed. Coaches Please pick up the game cards and picture day packets today at the safety shed. Hand out the packets to parents when you can, and fill out the game card for the game. Be sure the referee leaves with the game card or that the card gets deposited in the referee shed box. Kinder, 1st, 2nd, & 3rd/4th Substitutions: Please adopt a fixed substitution opportunity for both teams every 5 to 6 minutes of play. When play stops after about 5 or 6 minutes of play, the center coach/referee will hold the restart and ask the coaches to do their subbing. This helps ensure EVERYONE PLAYS and reduces the instances where some players are played significantly less. This means 3 or 4 sub opportunities per half and no long 'quarter' break. Game Cards/Reports: Fill out the game card for the game, I would have a parent pre-fill all of them alphabetical, then add jersey numbers as you can each game day. Be sure the referee leaves with the game card or that the card gets deposited in the referee shed box. ALSO Continue to fill out your game report that you got this morning, we read those digital reports and try to communicate with folks as fast as we can to address issues or questions. Suspending A Match: K-2nd, as the coach leading a game, you have the ability to suspend (temporarily stop for a reason other than anything happening in the match itself) a match to help deal with any situation that is not SAFE, FAIR, or FUN. Coaches, please help use this power by communicating with the center coach/referee if you feel that the match needs a timeout to deal with situations that are interfering with the players' experience. Examples include, any activity on the sidelines that is distracting players, coaches, referees and keeping the match from being SAFE, FUN, or FAIR. Suspending a match seems a drastic action, but since you intend to resume as soon as you can, feel free to use this tool. Short of suspending a match, you can seek outside assistance from circulating board members, coach, and referee support staff (often in pink or blue shirts). 3rd/4th, 5th/6th, & 7th/8th, Spectator Lines and Technical Areas: We have added a setback line on the spectator side of each field to help families set up to watch a few feet back from the touchline. Please help them make use of this nice new feature! We have also added technical areas for each team on the team side of each field. These areas are for team officials and substitutes and all the team gear. This keeps everything away from the touch line and helps make it clear when players are requesting a substitution. Referees Remember to check in and place a check by your name on the referee schedule at the referee shed (confirming attendance, of sorts). Look for any notices. If you need help, look for a referee that is not in yellow (usually light blue or pink). Each game time slot, is 75 min, you need to end on time, so shorten the games as needed. 3rd/4th Substitutions NOTE: Please talk to the coaches and remind/confirm we use a fixed substitution method for both teams after every 5 to 6 minutes of play. When play stops after about 5 or 6 minutes, hold the restart and ask the coaches to do their subbing. This helps ensure EVERYONE PLAYS and reduces the instances where some players are played significantly less. This means 3 or 4 sub opportunities per half and no long 'quarter' break. Spectator Lines and Technical Areas: We have added a setback line on the spectator side of each field to help families set up to watch a few feet back from the touchline. Please help them make use of this nice new feature! We have also added technical areas for each team on the team side of each field. These areas are for team officials and substitutes and all the team gear. This keeps everything away from the touch line and helps make it clear when players are requesting a substitution. Game Cards/Reports: Coaches can manage the game cards during the game, but please gather the cards after, confirm the details, and deposit the cards at the referee shed. The player numbers on the cards do not matter, but the name is the important part. Please still report on the final score of your game and report any issues in your digital game card. If you are picking up a game, you can go to the referee schedule, filter to the day, select the game, and fill out the game card. Suspending A Match: Remember that you, as the referee, have the ability to suspend (temporarily stop for a reason other than anything happening in the match itself) a match to help deal with any situation that is not SAFE, FUN, or FAIR. Coaches, please help use this power by communicating with the referees if you feel that the match needs a timeout to deal with situations that are interfering with the players' experience. Examples include, any activity on the sidelines that is distracting players, coaches, referees and keeping the match from being SAFE, FUN, or FAIR. Suspending a match seems a drastic action, but since you intend to resume as soon as you can, feel free to use this tool. Short of suspending a match, you can always get outside assistance from circulating board members, coach, and referee support staff (often in pink or blue shirts). Thank You, AYSO, where kids play in a fun, family environment powered by Volunteers.... including me. |
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Coaching Tips for Week 3
9/19/24 9:00 PM
Dear AYSO Coaches, As we move into Week 3, let’s focus on what really matters—helping young players grow as athletes, teammates, and members of their community. Let's ensure that both players and volunteers leave the field every Saturday wanting to come back for more. Avoid Blowouts: As coaches, we know that games with final scores like 0-6 are not acceptable for recreation soccer, because these lopsided games can hurtfully deflate young players. When you see lopsided games begin to take shape, whether you are winning or losing, please coordinate with the other team's coach to make adjustments as needed to ensure games remain balanced for every match.
Coaches v Referees: Remember, as a coach, your role is to demonstrate to both players and parents how to respect all volunteers, including those who generously give their time to officiate. Please do your best to support your referees and respect all the difficult decisions they must make while serving as match officials. If you have any questions or would appreciate any help, please feel welcome to reach out anytime by replying to this email or by contacting any of us on the Corvallis AYSO board. Everyone Plays • Balanced Teams • Open Registration • Positive Coaching • Good Sportsmanship • Player Development |
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Game & Spectator Conduct
9/15/24 4:16 PM
AYSO Coaches, Assistant Coaches & Team Managers: As we progress through the 2024 Fall Season it is beneficial, for the sake of our young players, that everyone is on the same page. Please note the following game observations that have been made so far, and new changes that will be added for Week 3: 1. NEW: 3rd - 8th grade fields will have technical lines added to the fields. Referee will likely clarify these lines prior to starting the game. In addition AYSO will look to add a bold line along the Spectator Sideline to prevent spectator encroachment, and create room for players to perform throw-ins, or leave the field. 2. Spectators: Their only role is to cheer on their team, support their teams effort, and keep emotions in check. A true AYSO fan will even compliment the efforts of the opposing team's players and coaches. Any other conduct will not be tolerated. 3. Coach Conduct: Remember what is most important. Whether or not a game is going well, Positive Coaching and Good Sportsmanship is key to keeping positive player attitude and performance. Teams do not come with equal skill-levels, equal experience, or equal levels of coaching. In the same respect, no all referees have the same experience, or same philosophy regarding "play on", or other nuances of officiating. Since coaches are expected to maintain order on their sideline and referees are expected to maintain order on the field it is critical that boundaries (sidelines) are respected at all times. Player behavior will remain positive if the coaches behavior remains positive. Coaches need to spend time during their practices to observe play, and player actions. During close play, are arms down, or away from the body? Are hands and arms impeding the flight of the ball? Are players overly aggressive? Are players needing more help with technique: throw-ins, tackling, play in the penalty box? 4. Balanced Game: If both teams can field the standard number of players for a specific division, then always start a game at full strength. Only when a game is clearly unbalanced should coaches make the expected adjustments. The adjustments used will differ from game to game, so removing players isn't necessarily the first option a coach should make.
Moving forward we hope your young players can experience a positive Week 3 and you can provide the positive guidance necessary to support your teams efforts regardless of the outcome. Take care, and see you on Saturday. Brad Whitcomb AYSO Director of Coach Instruction AYSO Safety Director 5U Pre-School Coach |
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[CorvallisAYSO] Game Day 9/14
9/14/24 6:39 AM
Hello All Rec AYSO Families, Please take a look at your section for information pertinent to you, and expect these emails the morning of each game day. NOTICE 4 ALL: The Beaver toss 'n' smash team plays a bunch of quacks today around noon, traffic will be rough, and parking will be bad for the later games. Leave earlier than normal. Links: (Fields Map) (Sports Connect) Parents & Team Managers Team Uniforms: Missing, need to swap (a clean uniform), go to the information/safety shed well before your game time. Game Day Reminders: Parking will be rough, so expect to take some time finding a spot. Players on fields 71-73, please look to park on Knollbrook.
Coaches Please pick up the game cards and picture day packets today at the safety shed (we will also deliver at about your game start). Hand out the packets to parents when you can, and fill out the game card for the game. Be sure the referee leaves with the game card or that the card gets deposited in the referee shed box. Uniforms & Equipment: Missing equipment, did not get a coach shirt (Adult L-XL remain) or volunteer hat, need a whistle, need to swap something, go to the information/safety shed well before your game time. NOTE: player numbers, sequential team numbers, or duplicate numbers are not important, only the 7/8th groups, it might matter. Game Cards/Reports: Fill out the game card for the game, I would have a parent pre-fill all of them alphabetical, then add jersey numbers as you can each game day. Be sure the referee leaves with the game card or that the card gets deposited in the referee shed box. Continue to fill out your game report that you got this morning, we read those digital reports and try to communicate with folks as fast as we can to address issues or questions. Referees (Game Day Info Help) Remember to check in and place a check by your name on the referee schedule at the referee shed (confirming attendance, of sorts). Look for any notices. If you need help, look for a referee that is not in yellow (usually light blue or pink). Each game time slot, is 75 min, you need to end on time, so shorten the games as needed. Uniforms & Equipment: Missing equipment, did not get a volunteer hat, need a whistle, go to the referee shed well before your game time. Game Cards/Reports: You can leave the game cards with coaches to fill out for the game today. Gather the card after, confirm, and deposit it at the referee shed. The player numbers on the cards do not matter, but the name is the important part. Please still report on the final score of your game and report any issues in your digital game card link you got this morning. If you are picking up a game, you can go to the referee schedule, filter to the day, select the game, and fill out the game card. Thank You, AYSO, where kids play in a fun, family environment powered by Volunteers.... including me. |
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Adjusting to game imbalance: Options
9/10/24 11:05 PM
Hey 6U Coaches, According to Game Reports, several of Week 1's scores looked pretty uneven. It is important that all coaches work together to keep games balanced, and to make adjustments when there is any imbalance. The following adjustments are found in some AYSO resources, or were shared during our Fall field sessions: 6U: Imbalance (3v3) 1. 4v3 (Weaker Team: add a field player until scoring is more balanced) 2. Consecutive passes (3-5) before shooting on goal (Stronger Team: goal setting/ team-building) 3. Have goal-scorers play defense (Players are not predetermined to play a specific position - Player Development). 4. Add a PUGG goal to one end-line (Permanent goal remains in place) until scoring is balanced. 6U Scores: Imbalance 1. The score should be entered on the Game Report form, but during the game each score should be handled with grace and dignity. 2. Players at this level will take adversity personally. Coaches and parents must display compassion when a game is imbalanced. All players want to feel successful. 3. If players aren't having fun, we are missing the point of "play". Coaches must step in and share, with all players, how proud they are of their efforts. The most important groups we need to support are 5U & 6U. These players are the foundation to AYSO's future. By working together we can create an atmosphere of fun, an atmosphere of learning, and an atmosphere of community. Enjoy your Fall season. Brad Whitcomb
Director of Coach Instruction
5U Schoolyard Coach
Safety Director
American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) - Region 149
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Game Reports: Coach & Referee Opportunities
9/10/24 12:12 PM
AYSO Coaches & Players, The 2024 AYSO Fall season has officially begun. The first game provides coaches and players with an opportunity to learn about their opponent, learn about individual performance, and learn about how some games are officiated. Game Report, overall, have been quite positive. Many coaches are expressing great effort, fair play, and sound officiating; feedback valuable to building a fun and fair soccer experience. To those coaches who shared a different experience, the following statement is meant to acknowledge your feedback, and begin a dialogue that can keep everyone on the same page:
Have a great Fall season, and continue to share your experiences through the AYSO Game Report. All the best, Brad Whitcomb AYSO Director of Coach Instruction AYSO Safety Director AYSO 5U Coach |
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[CorvallisAYSO] Opening Game Day 9/7
9/07/24 6:44 AM
Welcome All Rec AYSO Families, Please take a look at your section for information pertinent to you, and expect these emails the morning of each game day. GAMES NOTICE 4 ALL: This game day is the opening day, this day is to help volunteers, parents, and player get their bearings. Pursue the day for what it is, having fun and sorting things out for all future game days. Each game time slot, is 75 min, you need to end on time, but please use all the time to set yourself up for future fun. Links: (Fields Map) (Sports Connect) Parents & Team Managers Team Uniforms: Missing, wrong size, need to swap, go to the information/safety shed well before your game time. Equipment Sale: Today 8am - 12pm at the soccer sheds, we are accepting soccer equipment donations, selling donated items, and allowing you to do a swap if desired. We have a bunch of shorts, many old jerseys, some soccer balls, shin guards, and shoes. Cash or check, the district office has an ATM if you need to use a card. Game Day Reminders: Parking will be rough, so expect to take some time finding a spot. Players on fields 71-73, please look to park on Knollbrook. The schedule has a bit of a stagger, but hundreds of players are at the field every hour.
Coaches This day is intended for you to get a feel for what a game day is like. Take the time you need and communicate with the other volunteers at the fields. Uniforms & Equipment: Missing equipment, did not get a coach shirt (most Adult M-L-XL remain) or volunteer hat, need a whistle, need to swap a ball or uniform, go to the information/safety shed well before your game time. NOTE: player numbers, sequential team numbers, or duplicate numbers are not important, only the 7/8th groups and traveling games are when the numbers might matter. Game Cards/Reports: No need for physical game cards today, but next week you will get them for all your games. Please still report on the final score of your game and report any issues in your digital game report link you go this morning. NOTE: player numbers are not important Referees Remember to check in and place a check by your name on the referee schedule at the referee shed (confirming attendance, of sorts). Look for any notices. If you need help, look for a referee that is not in yellow (usually light blue or pink). Each game time slot, is 75 min, you need to end on time, so shorten the games as needed. (Game Day Info Help) < This page has tons of quick tips, bottom of the page has division details/rules. Uniforms & Equipment: Missing equipment, did not get a volunteer hat, need a whistle, go to the referee shed well before your game time. Game Cards/Reports: No need for physical game cards today, but next week coaches should have them. Feel free to have the coaches fill out the cards during the games, then collect & check them after to turn in at the ref shed, the player numbers on the cards do not matter, but the name is the important part. Please still report on the final score of your game and report any issues in your digital game card link you got this morning. On the physical cards, the player name is more important than the number, ask the player for a name when recording scores (this can help us with balancing). Thank You, AYSO, where kids play in a fun, family environment powered by Volunteers.... including me. |
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[CorvallisAYSO] Equipment Sale 9/3 6pm @ Adams Soccer Sheds
9/03/24 11:15 AM
Hi All Fall Program Families, Today 9/3 @ 6pm-7pm we are accepting soccer equipment donations, selling donated items, and allowing you to do a swap if desired. FYI: We are doing the same thing again on Saturday 9/7, from about 8am - 12pm. We have a bunch of shorts, many old jerseys, some soccer balls, shin guards, and shoes. Cash or check, the district office has an ATM if you need to use a card. All proceeds help support player scholarships. New/Used Soccer Balls ($5-$15) New/Used Soccer Jerseys ($5-$15) New/Used Soccer Shorts ($2-$5) Used Soccer Shoes ($5-$20) New/Used Shin Guards ($5-$10) Donations: We can always use old shoes for players. If you have old shoes, we could use them, please drop them off at the sale for donation. Thank You, AYSO, where kids play in a fun, family environment powered by Volunteers.... including me. |
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[CorvallisAYSO] 3rd/4th Game Schedules v2
9/01/24 9:09 PM
Hi All 3rd/4th Families, Your game schedules have been updated to version 2 for both Boys and Girls. This is a complete rework, as we needed to adjust for head coaches covering multiple teams. We also had to disband a 3/4 boys team (we are working to place folks), eliminating the double header need. TIP: you can subscribe to your Sports Connect calendar by logging in, going to the calendar area (here), and exporting it to Google/webcal. Head Coaches, please reach out if you notice any errors and needed adjustments. All K-6 games can be found here, you can look by team or by division. https://www.corvallisayso.org/teams/schedule.html Thank You, AYSO, where kids play in a fun, family environment powered by Volunteers.... including me. |
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[CorvallisAYSO] Fall Helper Shift Signups
8/30/24 10:19 PM
Hello AYSO Fall Team Helpers, I do not see that you have signed up to help for this fall, yet! :) Your email was indicated on the player registration as someone that could help with fields or game day tasks. You can use the signup link below to select a time for helping with the field setup (8/31 & 9/1 8am-Noon), safety/information shed, field relining (anytime Fri before games), field setup/takedown, or other game day tasks. You can learn more from the link in the signup page below. Team Helper Signups: https://corvallisayso.org/teams/helper-signup NOTE: This was sent to you because I did not see your email address signed up already to help with a shift or as a coach/referee volunteer. Team Helpers!
Events Helper (18+): helps with miscellaneous jobs such as the Soccer Equipment Sale (Shoe Swap) the first Saturday of the season, or any other special events as they arise. Safety Helper (16+): helps operate the Safety/Information station on game day, answer questions about game day, general operations, and keep first aid supplies and forms in order for an hour shift. On-the-job training will be provided. You will be paired with another helper. Opening Helper (16+): helps set out equipment for use during the game day, checks fields, and could do other field tasks (like lining fields, helping with nets, etc.). On-the-job training will be provided. Fields Helper (16+): helps maintain and improve the soccer fields at practice and game areas. The field helpers are responsible for field lining, pre-season set up, post-season take down, opening and closing on game day, and other field maintenance tasks. Field painting / lining slots are anytime Friday. Learn more about Field Reline and Marking work (here). Thank You, AYSO, where kids play in a fun, family environment powered by Volunteers.... including me. |
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[CorvallisAYSO] Game Schedule v1 Notes
8/28/24 10:36 PM
Hi K-6 Head Coaches and Team Managers, The game schedule v1 is built, and I'm looking for any blaring errors. I worked to avoid complete overlaps of games, but many of you working on multiple teams will see some overlap at some point. With cramming everything into time between 8am - 1pm, my options are often limited. Please review your games and report back if you see issues. Changes are a challenge to ripple through all the pieces, so please get any issues to me ASAP so I can release any needed version 2's this weekend. All games can be found here, you can look by team or by division, it is always helpful if you send a proposed change or game swap. https://www.corvallisayso.org/teams/schedule.html Thank You, AYSO, where kids play in a fun, family environment powered by Volunteers.... including me. |
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[CorvallisAYSO] Teams Time to Meet & Play!
8/24/24 6:56 AM
Hello all allocated fall recreational soccer parents. This is primarily for your team volunteers, but feel free to read it so you know what is coming. Team Volunteers: Head Coach or Team Manager OR if you are the only team volunteer, you need to call the team meeting to discuss the season. Plan a Team Meeting & Practice: To-Do List
This is the first year of this small team meeting approach, I appreciate your patience as we work out the bugs. VOLUNTEERS if you have questions, the best place is at a training or a coach equipment pickup event. I'm working through emails, but I'm prioritizing against other tasks (like this) and working on the game schedule. Thank You, AYSO, where kids play in a fun, family environment powered by Volunteers.... including me. |
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[CorvallisAYSO] Calling all Coaches
8/22/24 9:49 AM
Hello Coaches,
Training Session Locations
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[CorvallisAYSO] Fall Volunteers & Training
8/18/24 9:15 AM
Hello All AYSO Rec Families... aka Potential AYSO Volunteers! Your team could likely use your help... HEAD COACH (One Required) (Age 18+) - This is an individual willing to take the responsibility for organizing a team, arranging team training sessions, coaching during games, and assuring that AYSO philosophies are followed during training & games. Position/Job Manager (Coach Admin.) ASSISTANT COACH (One Required) (Age 18+) - Individuals willing to take responsibility for assisting the coach during training sessions and games and provide leadership in carrying out AYSO and team philosophies. Position/Job Manager (Coach Admin.) REFEREE (3/4th Grade One Required, 5/6th & 7/8th Grade Two Required) (Age 12+) (No refs for Kinder - 2nd Grade) - You sign up for an assignment w/ a division that fits your experience and training. Your commitment involves 1 game per week in the fall and spring, or an equivalent number of games per season for each child you are representing (you can ref your child's game). Trading game assignments and getting substitutes are okay, but we still need referees to fulfill their game count commitment. Position/Job Manager (Referee Admin.) TEAM PARENT / MANAGER (Optional) - This person is given access to Sports Connect's communication tools. They also help with coordinating parents/volunteers and the logistics for team activities while carrying out AYSO and team philosophies. If no team manager is on the team, it is assumed the head coach is acting as the team manager. How do you get started????
When are the Coach and Referee in-person trainings/refreshers? Signup Here: https://corvallisayso.org/form/training-signup Coaches: Sat 8/24 9am-noon OR Fri 9/6 6pm-9pm Referees: Tue 9/3 6pm-8pm OR Thu 9/5 6pm-9pm (If you cannot make a training, please use the signup form, selecting the training you want, so we can add you to the notification list) Thank You, AYSO, where kids play in a fun, family environment powered by Volunteers.... including me. |
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[CorvallisAYSO] Fall Rec Soccer Team Posting
8/11/24 5:27 PM
Hello All Fall Outdoor Recreational Players, Here are some items to know for this season...
More information to come, and thank you for your understanding as our volunteers work to get ready for this fall soccer season. Thank You, AYSO, where kids play in a fun, family environment powered by Volunteers.... including me. |
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