Division Breakdowns - Luke's All-In-One Emails

Hello 5th/6th Grade Families,

Welcome to the start of the soccer season, this is your all-in-one division email (v1). Below is the rundown of the information pertinent to the games for the division.

• We are selling soccer equipment and accepting donations Monday 4/1 at the Adams sheds from 4-7pm.
• 5th/6th grade girls teams will see a schedule hold team on the schedule, I will send more details about what is happening in that game later.

1. Uniform Needed? (Monday 4/1 at the Adams School AYSO Sheds from 4pm-7pm or on Saturday before your game)
   • Spring Parents, if you were added to an existing team, you can pick up the uniform Monday 4/1 at the Adams School AYSO Sheds from 4pm-7pm or on Saturday before your game.
   • New Team Coaches, you can pick up any equipment you need Monday 4/1 at the Adams School AYSO Sheds from 4pm-7pm or on Saturday before your game.
   • If you lost something, we sell some equipment including a new jersey $15, and socks $5, we only take cash at the shed.
     
     
2. Soccer Equipment Sale from 8:00am - 12:00pm Saturday we will be selling some excess new and used soccer equipment by the AYSO soccer sheds. All proceeds help support player scholarships. We will have items like New/Used Soccer Balls ($5-$15), Used Soccer Jerseys ($4-$10), Some Soccer Shorts ($2-$5), Some Used Soccer Shoes, and New/Used Shin Guards ($5-$10).
   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.
   
   
3. 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.
     
     
4. Arrive 20 min early (game schedule). Carpool, Bike, or (CTS route 8).
   
   
5. 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.
   • Spectators should be on one side and both teams on the other, look for the signs.
   • The goals are on the field with the field number in the corner, you will only need, 4 corner flags, referee flags, and spectator/team signs. The goals should stay out on the fields after the last game, the signs and flags should be returned to the brown AYSO shed.
     
     
6. 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.
       
       
7. 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).
   
   
8. Game Day Rundown...
   1. Coaches will set up 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, visitors/away should wear 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 check out 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 lines people and assist the center referee. You can read more about this helper below.
   11. Quarter stoppage. (5/6th Grade @ 15m qtr)
       • 1 min.
       • 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. (5/6th Grade @ 30m half)
       • 5 min.
       • Coaches check-in with each other 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 options. Always remember to keep referees informed of agreements or additional rules.
       • Step 1 - Adjust Players: up by 3, move strong players into other positions and start adding restrictions (left foot only, only two goals per player, etc.)
       • Step 2 - Loan Players: up by 6, swap or loan players to the other team that will help reverse the course of the game.
       • Step 3 - Shuffle Teams: up by 9, time to abandon the game as we know it and build something competitive with the players available.
   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. If you have a special celebration, take the team to another area as the next team will be looking to use the space.
   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 card sent on Saturday to report any issues or areas of confusion. The emailed game card is desired, the physical game card should be used for submitting the digital card. More details later.
       
       
9. Game Rules...
   1. 9 vs 9, including goalkeepers.
   2. Quarters (5/6th Grade =15 min). Halves (5/6th Grade =30 min)
   3. No headers or slides. An indirect free kick is awarded for any deliberate slide or head.
   4. Substitutions are at referee 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 to help the referee see the players needing a swap at the next stoppage.
   5. The remaining rules follow the normal laws of the game (here).
      
      
10. 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.
    
    
11. Club Lines person 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 lines person 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.
       • 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.

Hello 3rd/4th Grade Families,

Welcome to the start of the soccer season, this is your all-in-one division email (v1). Below is the rundown of the information pertinent to the games for the division.

• We are selling soccer equipment and accepting donations Monday 4/1 at the Adams sheds from 4-7pm.
• Field locations have moved slightly, be sure you look at the (map) ahead of the games.

1. Uniform Needed? (Monday 4/1 at the Adams School AYSO Sheds from 4pm-7pm or on Saturday before your game)
   • Spring Parents, if you were added to an existing team, you can pick up the uniform Monday 4/1 at the Adams School AYSO Sheds from 4pm-7pm or on Saturday before your game.
   • New Team Coaches, you can pick up any equipment you need Monday 4/1 at the Adams School AYSO Sheds from 4pm-7pm or on Saturday before your game.
   • If you lost something, we sell some equipment including a new jersey $15, and socks $5, we only take cash at the shed.
     
     
2. Soccer Equipment Sale from 8:00am - 12:00pm Saturday we will be selling some excess new and used soccer equipment by the AYSO soccer sheds. All proceeds help support player scholarships. We will have items like New/Used Soccer Balls ($5-$15), Used Soccer Jerseys ($4-$10), Some Soccer Shorts ($2-$5), Some Used Soccer Shoes, and New/Used Shin Guards ($5-$10).
   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.
   
   
3. 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.
     
     
4. Arrive 20 min early (game schedule). Carpool, Bike, or (CTS route 8).
   
   
5. 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.
   • Spectators should be on one side and both teams on the other, look for the signs.
   • The goals are on the field with the field number in the corner, you will only need, 4 corner flags, referee flags, and spectator/team signs. The goals should stay out on the fields after the last game, the signs and flags should be returned to the brown AYSO shed.
     
     
6. 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.
       
       
7. 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 you would in practice. You can see if your game has a referee on the team dashboard (here).
   
   
8. Game Day Rundown...
   1. Coaches will set up 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, visitors/away should wear pinnies, each team should have a full set of pinnies.
   6. Coaches will equip the goalkeeper with a pinnie or shirt that does not match either team's main color.
   7. Referees can go to the referee shed (blue shed) to check out 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 lines people and assist the center referee. You can read more about this below.
   11. Quarter stoppage. (3/4th Grade @ 12.5m qtrs)
       • 1 min.
       • 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. (3/4th Grade @ 25m half)
       
       • 5 min.
       • Coaches check-in with each other 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, 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 variety of options. Always remember to keep referees informed of agreements or additional rules.
       
       • Step 1 - Adjust Players: up by 3, move strong players into other positions and start adding restrictions (left foot only, only two goals per player, etc.)
       • Step 2 - Loan Players: up by 6, swap or loan players to the other team that will help reverse the course of the game.
       • Step 3 - Shuffle Teams: up by 9, time to abandon the game as we know it and build something competitive with the players available.
   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. If you have a special celebration, take the team to another area as the next team will be looking to use the space.
   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 card sent on Saturday to report any issues or areas of confusion. The emailed game card is desired, the physical game card should be used for submitting the digital card. More details later.
       
       
9. Game Rules...
   1. 7 vs 7, including goalkeepers.
   2. Quarters (3/4th Grade =12.5 min). Halves (3/4th Grade =25 min).
   3. See the build-out line info video (here) for more details about the rule modifications for this division.
   4. Offside only occurs past the build-out lines. Think of it like you split the 2in center line and moved 1in of the line just above the penalty area on each side.
   5. No headers or slides, players need to stay on their feet. An indirect free kick is awarded for any deliberate slide or header.
   6. Substitutions are at referee 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 to help the referee see the players needing a swap at the next stoppage.
   7. 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 to the top of the build-out line. No player of the now defending team may enter the build-out are until the ball has been put back into play by the goalkeeper.
   8. Goalkeepers should not drop-kick or punt the ball. Discourage, return the ball to the keeper and ask them to redo with a throw.
   9. The remaining rules follow the normal laws of the game (here).
      
      
10. 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.
    
    
11. Club Lines person 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 lines person 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.
       • 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.

Hello 2nd Grade Families,

Welcome to the start of the soccer season, this is your all-in-one division email (v1). Below is the rundown of the information pertinent to the games for the division.

• We are selling soccer equipment and accepting donations Monday 4/1 at the Adams sheds from 4-7pm.
• Field locations for 81, 82, & 83 have moved slightly, be sure you look at the (map) ahead of your game.
• 2nd grade girls teams will see a schedule hold team on the schedule, I will send more details about what is happening in that game later.

1. Uniform Needed? (Monday 4/1 at the Adams School AYSO Sheds from 4pm-7pm or on Saturday before your game)
   • Spring Parents, if you were added to an existing team, you can pick up the uniform Monday 4/1 at the Adams School AYSO Sheds from 4pm-7pm or on Saturday before your game.
   • New Team Coaches, you can pick up any equipment and uniforms you need Monday 4/1 at the Adams School AYSO Sheds from 4pm-7pm or on Saturday before your game.
   • If you lost something, we sell some equipment including a new jersey $15, and socks $5, we only take cash at the shed.
     
     
2. Soccer Equipment Sale from 8:00am - 12:00pm Saturday we will be selling some excess new and used soccer equipment by the AYSO soccer sheds. All proceeds help support player scholarships. We will have items like New/Used Soccer Balls ($5-$15), Used Soccer Jerseys ($4-$10), Some Soccer Shorts ($2-$5), Some Used Soccer Shoes, and New/Used Shin Guards ($5-$10).
   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.
   
   
3. 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.
     
     
4. Arrive 20 min early (game schedule). Carpool, Bike, or (CTS route 8).
   
   
5. 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.
   • Spectators should be on one side and both teams on the other, look for the signs.
   • The goals are on the field with the field number in the corner, you will only need, 4 corner flags, and spectator/team signs. The goals should stay out on the fields after the last game, the signs and flags should be returned to the brown AYSO shed.
     
     
6. 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.
       
       
7. Game Day Rundown...
   1. Coaches will set up 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, visitors should wear pinnies, each team should have a full set of pinnies.
   6. Coaches can go to the referee shed (blue shed) to check out 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. (2nd Grade @ 10m qtrs)
       • 1 min.
       • 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. (2nd Grade @ 20m half)
       • 5 min.
       • Coaches check-in with each other 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. If you have a special celebration, take the team to another area as the next team will be looking to use the space.
   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.
       
       
8. Game Rules...
   1. 5 vs 5, no goalkeepers.
   2. 20 minute halves. Quarters (2nd Grade=10m). Halves (2nd Grade=20m)
   3. No throw-in (do dribble/kick-in) with all other players about 12ft back. (goals must touch another player from a dribble-in or kick-in)
   4. No goalkeeper or goal-hanging... remind players no goal hanging, keep about 3ft away from the goal.
   5. No offside.
   6. All free kicks inside the field are direct, and players can score. (the book/training might say otherwise)
   7. No headers or slides, players need to stay up on feet.
   8. Coaches should make a reasonable effort to balance the game.
   9. Substitutions would be at quarter breaks, half-time, and can be free flowing at any time, but the player needs to come off the field before the new player goes on.
   10. The goal kick is 3ft from the goal, and the opposing team should be at the half line.
   11. The corner kick is 2ft away from the corner flag, and all opposing players should be about 12ft away from the kicker.
       
       
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.

Team Dashboard (here). << 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.

Hello 1st Grade Families,

Welcome to the start of the soccer season, this is your all-in-one division email (v1). Below is the rundown of the information pertinent to the games for the division.

• We are selling soccer equipment and accepting donations Monday 4/1 at the Adams sheds from 4-7pm.
• Field locations for 71, 72, & 73 have moved to the Adams School property, be sure you look at the (map) ahead of your game.
• 1st grade girls teams will see a schedule hold team on the schedule, I will send more details about what is happening in that game later.

1. Uniform Needed? (Monday 4/1 at the Adams School AYSO Sheds from 4pm-7pm or on Saturday before your game)
   • Spring Parents, if you were added to an existing team, you can pick up the uniform Monday 4/1 at the Adams School AYSO Sheds from 4pm-7pm or on Saturday before your game.
   • New Team Coaches, you can pick up any equipment you need Monday 4/1 at the Adams School AYSO Sheds from 4pm-7pm or on Saturday before your game.
   • If you lost something, we sell some equipment including a new jersey $15, and socks $5, we only take cash at the shed.
     
     
2. Soccer Equipment Sale from 8:00am - 12:00pm Saturday we will be selling some excess new and used soccer equipment by the AYSO soccer sheds. All proceeds help support player scholarships. We will have items like New/Used Soccer Balls ($5-$15), Used Soccer Jerseys ($4-$10), Some Soccer Shorts ($2-$5), Some Used Soccer Shoes, and New/Used Shin Guards ($5-$10).
   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.
   
   
3. 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.
     
     
4. Arrive 20 min early (game schedule). Carpool, Bike, or (CTS route 8).
   
   
5. 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.
   • Spectators should be on one side and both teams on the other, look for the signs.
   • The goals are on the field with the field number in the corner, you will only need, 4 corner flags, and spectator/team signs.
   • The goals should stay out on the fields after the last game, the signs and flags should be returned to the brown AYSO shed.
     
     
6. 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.
       
       
7. Game Day Rundown...
   1. Coaches will set up 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, visitors should wear pinnies, each team should have a full set of pinnies.
   6. Coaches can go to the referee shed (blue shed) to check out 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 dirt 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 game, 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. (1st Grade @ 10m qtrs)
       • 1 min.
       • 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. (1st Grade @ 20m half)
       
       • 5 min.
       • Coaches check-in with each other 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. If you have a special celebration, take the team to another area as the next team will be looking to use the space.
   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.
       
       
8. Game Rules...
   1. 4 vs 4, no goalkeepers.
   2. 20 minute halves. Quarters (1st Grade=10m). Halves (1st Grade=20m)
   3. No throw-in (do dribble/kick-in) with all other players about 12ft back. (goals must touch another player from a dribble-in or kick-in)
   4. No goalkeeper or goal-hanging... remind players no goal hanging, keep about 3ft away from the goal.
   5. No offside.
   6. All free kicks inside the field are direct and players can score.
   7. No headers or slides, players need to stay up on feet.
   8. Coaches should make a reasonable effort to balance the game.
   9. Substitutions would be at quarter breaks, half-time, and can be free flowing at any time, but the player needs to come off the field before the new player goes on.
   10. The goal kick is 3ft from the goal, and the opposing team should be at the half line.
   11. The corner kick is 2ft away from the corner flag, and all opposing players should be about 12ft away from the kicker.
       
       
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.

Team Dashboard (here). << 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.

Hello Kindergarten Families,

Welcome to the start of the soccer season, this is your all-in-one division email (v1). Below is the rundown of the information pertinent to the games and practices for the division.

• We are selling soccer equipment and accepting donations Monday 4/1 at the Adams sheds from 4-7pm.
• Field locations for 61, 62, 63, & 70s have moved, be sure you look at the (map) ahead of your game.
• Kinder teams will see a schedule hold team on the schedule, I will send more details about what is happening in that game later.

1. Uniform Needed? (Monday 4/1 at the Adams School AYSO Sheds from 4pm-7pm or on Saturday before your game)
   • Spring Parents, if you were added to an existing team, you can pick up the uniform Monday 4/1 at the Adams School AYSO Sheds from 4pm-7pm or on Saturday before your game.
   • New Team Coaches, you can pick up any equipment you need Monday 4/1 at the Adams School AYSO Sheds from 4pm-7pm or on Saturday before your game.
   • If you lost something, we sell some equipment including a new jersey $15, and socks $5, we only take cash at the shed.
     
     
2. Soccer Equipment Sale from 8:00am - 12:00pm Saturday we will be selling some excess new and used soccer equipment by the AYSO soccer sheds. All proceeds help support player scholarships. We will have items like New/Used Soccer Balls ($5-$15), Used Soccer Jerseys ($4-$10), Some Soccer Shorts ($2-$5), Some Used Soccer Shoes, and New/Used Shin Guards ($5-$10).
   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.
   
   
3. 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.
     
     
4. Arrive 20 min early (game schedule). Carpool, Bike, or (CTS route 8).
   
   
5. Find the field and the best parking area (map).
   • No Pets/Dogs near the game fields, leave the pets at home.
   • Spectators should sit 4ft away from the field and are not allowed by the goal areas.
   • Spectators should be on one side and both teams on the other, look for the signs.
   • The goals are on the field with the field number in the corner, you will only need, 4 corner flags, and spectator/team signs.
   • The goals should stay out on the fields after the last game, the signs and flags should be returned to the brown AYSO shed.
     
     
6. 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.
       
       
7. Game Day Rundown...
   1. Coaches will set up a spaced-out area on the team side for the players to set gear/water.
   2. Coaches setup cones for the first 30 min 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, visitors/away teams should wear pinnies.
   7. Coaches can go to the referee shed (blue shed) to check out 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 dirt 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 30 min of game time is a practice, then you transition into a set of games with the rules below.
   12. Quarter Stoppage. (Kinder @ 7.5m qtrs)
       • 1 min.
       • Allows coaches to adjust player positions.
       • Provides a quick break for all players.
       • Helps coaches confirm players get equal play time.
   13. Half-time stoppage. (Kinder @ 15m half)
       • 5 min.
       • Coaches check-in with each other 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. If you have a special celebration, take the team to another area as the next team will be looking to use the space.
   16. Coaches return electronic whistles to referee shed.
   17. Coaches return any excess team or uniform equipment to the AYSO information shed.
   18. Coaches can use the game report email sent each Saturday to report any issues or areas of confusion.
       
       
8. Game Rules...
   1. 3 vs 3, no goalkeepers.
   2. 15 minute halves. Quarters (Kinder=7.5m). Halves (Kinder=15m)
   3. No throw-in (do dribble/kick-in) with all other players about 12ft back. (to score a goal from a dribble-in or kick-in, it must touch another player)
   4. No goalkeeper or goal-hanging... remind players no goal hanging, keep about 3ft away from the goal.
   5. No offside.
   6. All free kicks inside the field are direct, and players can score.
   7. No headers or slides, players need to stay up on feet.
   8. Coaches should make a reasonable effort to balance the game.
   9. Substitutions would be at quarter breaks, half-time, and can be free flowing at any time, but the player needs to come off the field before the new player goes on.
   10. The goal kick is 3ft from the goal, and the opposing team should be near the half line.
   11. The corner kick is 2 ft away from the corner flag, and all opposing players should be about 12ft away from the kicker.
       
       
9. 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). << 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.