Details: Written by: Region Board; Category: About Us; Last Updated: April 29, 2025

Quick Info: American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) operates through individual regions. The regions are unincorporated units of AYSO that is incorporated in California as a 501(c)(3). Region 149 is also governed by a variety of policies, protocols, rules, and regulations established by AYSO.

Terms of Use

Legal Information

The AYSO 149 Website (AYSO 149) is an online information and communications service provided by the American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO), subject to your compliance with the terms and conditions set forth below.

Please read this document carefully before accessing or using the AYSO 149. By accessing or using the AYSO 149, you agree to be bound by the terms and conditions set forth below. If you do not wish to be bound by these terms and conditions, you may not access or use the AYSO 149. AYSO 149 may modify this agreement at any time, and such modifications shall be effective immediately upon posting of the modified agreement. You agree to review the agreement periodically to be aware of such modifications and your continued access or use of the AYSO 149 shall be deemed your conclusive agreement of the modified agreement.

Copyright & Trademark Information

Attribution: You must give appropriate credit, provide a link to the license, and indicate if changes were made. You may do so in any reasonable manner, but not in any way that suggests the licensor endorses you or your use.
NonCommercial: You may not use the material for commercial purposes.
ShareAlike: If you remix, transform, or build upon the material, you must distribute your contributions under the same license as the original.

Use of the Website

You understand that, except for information and services clearly identified as being supplied by AYSO Region 149, AYSO 149 does not operate, control, or endorse any information, products, or services on the internet in any way.

Except for AYSO 149 identified information and services, all information, products and services offered on the internet generally are offered by third parties that are not affiliated with AYSO. Additionally, affiliates of AYSO are autonomous and any information, services, or products they may offer on their own internet sites may or may not be endorsed by AYSO. External links offered are strictly for the informational purposes and the enjoyment of viewers, no endorsement is implied or inferred.

AYSO 149 makes no representations whatsoever about any other web site which you may access through the website. You understand further that the internet contains unedited materials some of which are sexually explicit or may be offensive to you. You access such materials at your own risk. AYSO 149 has no control over and accepts no responsibility whatsoever for such materials.

Warranties

THIS INFORMATION IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT.

IN NO EVENT SHALL AYSO OR ANY OF ITS AFFILIATES BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMTED TO, LOST DATA OR PROFITS), OR ANY OTHER DAMAGES WHATSOEVER WHETHER OR NOT ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF DAMAGE, UNDER ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THIS INFORMATION.

THIS INFORMATION COULD INCLUDE TECHNICAL INACCURACIES OR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS. CHANGES MAY BE PERIODICALLY ADDED TO THE INFORMATION HEREIN.

Privacy Policy

Overview of Policy

The American Youth Soccer Organization is very concerned about the privacy of our kids and members and this concern extends to our web site. Our goal is to always protect the personal identity of all users who interact with our website, children and adults. This policy outlines how we collect and use the data collected.

We strongly encourage parents or guardians to go online with their children and participate with them in their online activities. For guidelines on how to protect children's privacy online, please review the U.S. Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) “How to Protect Kids' Privacy Online”.

The Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA; effective date 21 April 2000) establishes mandated disclosures, parental notifications and options for all online activities where information is requested from a child under 13 years of age. Currently, the Act establishes that web site producers who collect personally identifiable data from children under 13 years of age are required to obtain verifiable parental consent in advance unless the data collected is an e-mail address for a one-time request, such as a contest entry, electronic postcard, etc.

This policy covers the following topics pertaining to AYSO's online interactivity with visitors:

Definitions
Privacy Policy Statement
Third Party Sharing
Parental Consent & Options
Use of IP Address
Use of Cookies
Links to Non-AYSO Sites
Form Security
Your Acceptance of Terms

Definitions

Personally Identifiable Data: Refers to any information, which could be readily associated with the individual to whom it pertains, e.g. addresses, phone numbers, e-mail addresses, etc. Personally identifiable information, under this definition, does not include information that is collected solely in the aggregate (such as IP Addresses, browser versions, etc.) nor does it include information that an individual publicly releases or intends for public dissemination. Domain names, for instance, are not included as personally identifiable information; however, e-mail addresses are. This definition also includes other types of information that are related to the person specifically, such as hobbies, interests, etc.

Aggregate Data: Refers to any data that is not personally identifiable. This data would include IP addresses, browser versions, etc. as well as quantifying data such as total number of entrants, age group disbursement, etc.

Publicly Available: Refers to information maintained as a public record, or that an individual publicly releases, intends for public dissemination, or should reasonably understand should become public.

Verifiable Parental Consent: Refers to substantiated assent from a child's parent or guardian for the child's data to be accepted by AYSO for the specific reasons for which it is collected. The veracity of the confirmation must be from reliable sources and may include postal mail, facsimile, e-mail with digital signature, etc.

Third Parties: Refers to a person, group, organization, company or authorized agent (or more than one of these) whom AYSO deems should receive data obtained via the website for marketing or other purposes.

Privacy Principles

To provide you (players, parents, and volunteers) with quality service, AYSO 149 must collect, process, and use some of your personal information. At the same time, we want to protect the personal information you provide to us. To underscore AYSO's commitment to protecting your privacy and the value we place on your relationship with us, AYSO 149 has adopted the following privacy principles applicable to our handling of your personal information:

Recognition of Your Expectation of Privacy: We recognize and respect your expectation of privacy and security for your personal information. We understand the need to safeguard the sensitive information about you within AYSO.
Use, Collection and Retention of Your Information: AYSO 149 collects, uses, and retains information about you to help in the development and enhancement of our services; to understand which services will best meet your needs; to provide you with product and service opportunities that we deem interesting or beneficial to you; and to help administer our core business and programs. In addition, certain laws and regulations require us to collect information about you.
Our Maintenance of Accurate Information: Through our procedures and technology, we strive to maintain information about you that is accurate and complete. We will respond to your requests to correct inaccurate information in a timely manner should the need arise, but we reserve the right to ensure that the request to make changes is coming from you.
Limiting Access to Information: We have procedures and security measures that limit access to and disclosure of personally identifiable information to those individuals in our organization with a business reason to know such information. We educate our volunteers about the importance of the confidentiality and privacy of information.
Security Procedures to Protect Information: We maintain security standards and procedures to deter unauthorized access to confidential information about you. We update and test our technology to continually improve the protection of our information about you and to assure the integrity of our information.
Disclosing Information: We will share your information only (1) with reputable reporting agencies; (2) when necessary to administer our business; (3) when you request it; or (4) when the disclosure is required, or allowed by law.
Sponsoring Third Parties: AYSO 149 does not provide direct access, share, or sell our members information. Our sponsors are all permitted to send information including advertisements to AYSO's membership; however, they do not have access to personally identifiable information to directly contact AYSO's membership.
Third Parties Involved with Registration: In efforts to ensure the safety and security of the AYSO 149 players and volunteers, AYSO national has developed privacy policies to define the methods by which personal information and information that is protected by independent agreements are protected and secure. It is understood that as technology advances, those policies will be updated accordingly.

Use of Photographs

The use of photographs: The permission to use photographs of AYSO 149 players and volunteers is covered by authorization on the AYSO registration forms. Therefore, release forms are not required.
The use of photographs for sponsor programs: Even though the registration form covers the use of photos of AYSO players and volunteers by sponsors or commercial entities, AYSO 149 does not give player or volunteer photos to sponsors for commercial use unless authorized to do so by the individual (or parent in the case of a minor child).
The use of photographs on the website: If the photographs were taken at a game or practice that took place on public property, photographs may be used without consent.

Volunteer or Player Registration Forms

AYSO 149 is dedicated to protecting personal information and will make every reasonable effort to handle collected information appropriately. All information collected, as well as related requests, will be handled as carefully and efficiently as possible in accordance with AYSO standards for integrity and objectivity. Look to the AYSO national website for the handling procedures related to eAYSO, Sports Connect, and Registration forms.

Privacy Policy Statement

When data is collected from children under 18 years of age, AYSO 149 will require at minimum the e-mail address of the parent or guardian for that child. At minimum, an e-mail will be sent to the parent or guardian announcing to them that their child has supplied AYSO 149 with personally identifiable data, what that data is, and will point them to this section of the web site for further details.

Exception to this policy: A one-time use of the data for such events as contests, e-postcards, etc., however, the exception will cover only the requirement of parent or guardian e-mail addresses prior to inclusion in the event. (Example: A child enters a contest to win a soccer ball and is asked for a first name; age; and an e-mail contact address. If the child is chosen, as a winner, verifiable parent, or guardian consent will be required before, the physical address is obtained and the premium is sent to the child.)

Third Party Sharing

Up to 18 years of age
Our organizational policy is to NEVER supply any third party with any personally identifiable information when that data is associated with children up to the age of 18. When warranted, we may supply third parties with aggregate data collected.

18 years of age and older
AYSO 149 may provide personally identifiable information to third parties collected from those 18 years of age and older. Any data sharing will be announced at the collection point on the web site with all details in the section Current Web Marketing Partners and Details.

Parental Consent & Options

At any time, a parent or guardian may request a Parental Consent Verification form in order to receive any information AYSO 149 has obtained concerning their child via the web site. Upon completion and return of this form, you may receive all personally identifiable information AYSO 149 has obtained concerning your child through online means from the web site, if such exists. This form will ask for information from you that will identify you as the parent or guardian of the child. You may request the Parental Consent Verification form by mail only.

Your options as a parent or guardian in reference to collection of your child's personally identifiable information are as follows:

You may refuse consent or revoke any previous consent
Refuse any further collection of data from your child
Ask for deletion of your child's data either totally or in part

Any alterations to or deletions of the personally identifiable information AYSO 149 has obtained concerning your child via the web site must be accompanied by a Parental Consent Verification form (see details at the beginning of this section).

AYSO 149, may, if it deems necessary, terminate any service provided to the child if the information at issue is reasonably necessary for the child to participate in the event. (Example: if you request deletion of the child's address, but that information is necessary for delivery of a prize or newsletter, etc., then AYSO 149 may refuse to allow the child to participate in that activity, however, other activities that do not require this information would remain available to the child)

Use of IP Addresses

Used for internal web site purposes only.

Use of Cookies

AYSO 149 uses cookies for security and site customization purposes only.

Links to Non-AYSO Sites

AYSO supplies links to other web sites outside of its control for the information and entertainment of viewers to its site. Although every effort is made to offer only web sites that meet our organizational mandates concerning children and uphold our organizational ethical precepts, we in no way, either implied or explicit, endorse or control the content of external sites or any offered links from these external sites. By using this web site, you agree to the terms of use policy herein.

Forms Security

Each online form is processed differently, most forms, are handled in two ways:

Emailing a Form: The form is e-mailed to a third party service that delivers the email to the destination server. We secure part of the transmission process, but cannot guarantee a secure transmission to the final destination email address.

Recording of Form Data: Each form is recorded in a database for a limited period, to accommodate operational need. The data is subject to the security policies and handling procedures outlined above.

Information such as credit card numbers, etc. will not be requested via any online form on this site (corvallisayso.org).

Your Acceptance of Terms

By using this site and the forms contained herein, you are agreeing to the terms of this policy and of the terms of use policy of this web site.

Release Waivers MY2025

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Health and Safety Disclosures Required by Law

State law requires youth athletes and their parents to receive a copy of each of the following documents in order to participate in athletics. By signing this electronically, you acknowledge that you have received the following documents and will review the contents with the participating athlete.

Sudden Cardiac Arrest Information for Athletes and Parents/Guardians

https://epsavealife.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/SCAInformationSheet-2.pdf

Concussion Information Sheet

https://aysovolunteers.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/AYSOCDCConcussionHandout.pdf

Prescription Opioids: What You Need to Know

https://aysovolunteers.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/AYSO-Opiod-ELA_Parent-Release-Form.pdf

COVID-19 AND OTHER INFECTIOUS DISEASES

ASSUMPTION OF RISK, WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY AGREEMENT

Inherent in participation in sporting activities such as soccer, whether as an athlete, a volunteer or a spectator, are certain hazards and dangers, including, but not limited to, those risks, inherent or otherwise, detailed in the Disclaimer, Assumption of Risk and Waiver agreement, which you signed during the registration process for the current membership year.

In addition to those risks set out in the Disclaimer, Assumption of Risk and Waiver agreement, which you have willingly and voluntarily assumed, COVID-19 remains a highly contagious infectious disease.

In the majority of people who become infected, COVID-19 causes a mild respiratory illness similar to influenza. In some individuals, including those who may have asthma, diabetes or other underlying health problems, it can lead to a severe respiratory condition that requires hospitalization.

Please understand that despite all the precautions that you, other participants, AYSO as a whole and/ or your AYSO Region may take to combat COVID-19 or other diseases transmitted by a virus, such as RSV or the flu, or by bacteria, such as strep throat or meningitis, AYSO and this AYSO Region cannot guarantee your health or safety, and you may still be exposed to COVID-19 and other infectious diseases, including, without limitation, through touching soccer balls and other equipment, utilizing field space for training and/ or matches, participating in training and/or matches, and through direct and/or indirect interactions with other players, coaches, referees, volunteers, or individuals who have an infectious disease, have been exposed to an infectious disease or individuals who may be carrying an infectious disease, but do not exhibit any symptoms of disease.

By submitting an application to play or volunteer, and accessing the programming in your AYSO Region, you, on behalf of yourself and your participating child, and on behalf of all persons who reside with you and with your child, as well as your heirs, beneficiaries, representatives, successors and assigns:

1. Knowingly and voluntarily assume all risks and dangers, known and unknown, that are associated with any exposure to COVID-19 and other infectious diseases, including, but not limited to, suffering any type of medical condition, illness and, potentially, death;

2. Acknowledge that your use of and/or participation in the programming of AYSO and this AYSO Region could result in you contracting COVID-19 or other infectious diseases, respiratory failure, death, and/or the transmission of COVID-19 or other infectious diseases to family or household members and others who may also suffer these effects;

3. Knowingly and voluntarily waive, release, covenant not to sue, and forever discharge, and agree to indemnify and hold harmless AYSO, AYSO United and this AYSO Region, its players, parents, volunteers, subsidiaries and other affiliates, and its and their respective officers, directors, members, employees, contractors, agents, representatives, successors and assigns (the AYSO Parties) from any and all liability, damages, losses, suits, demands, causes of action (including, without limitation, negligence), or any other claims of any nature whatsoever, arising out of, or relating in any way to, your use of and/or participation in the programming of AYSO and this AYSO Region and any potential or actual exposure to COVID-19 and other infectious diseases, to the maximum extent permitted by law; and

Consent to Electronic Signatures

I agree to use an electronic signature and that any physical or electronic copy of this form can be used as if it was an original.

If applicant is a minor, I am signing as parent/guardian on behalf of the player/youth volunteer.

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The American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO), a non-profit membership organization, strives to provide world class youth soccer programs that enrich children’s lives in a safe, fair, fun, family-friendly environment. As such, we pledge our commitment to preserve and protect our members’ rights to privacy and confidentiality as necessary and appropriate. The following Privacy Policy is designed to fulfill this commitment.

AYSO requires all players and volunteers (members) to register with the organization and provide personally identifiable information necessary for participation in its programs. For players, this information includes name, date of birth, home address, parent contact details including phone numbers and email addresses, emergency contact information, and any medical conditions that may affect the player’s ability to participate safely. When a credit or debit card is used as a form of payment for any registration or membership fees, this information is used to complete the transaction and is not stored by AYSO.

Volunteers are required to provide full legal name, date of birth, address, contact information including phone number and email address, a photo identification card number and social security number. The latter two data fields are used for background screening and are encrypted in transmission to a commercial background screening vendor.

Volunteer disclosures and any background check results provided to the Organization are considered private and confidential and are secured with both restricted electronic and physical access limited to only the employees of the Risk Management Department of the National Office for the purpose of determining volunteer eligibility. Background check results are only available to the individual upon request and are not disclosed to any other party.

AYSO’s data, file and communications systems utilize the highest level of security, encryption and firewall protection available and are inspected and tested regularly. Physical files are stored in a restricted access, alarmed room.

AYSO does not sell or disseminate personally identifiable information. Premier, National and Supporting sponsors are permitted to send information including advertisements to AYSO’s membership; however, they are not given direct access to membership data. AYSO remains the sole owner of its membership data and any dissemination of information or contact with members requires the approval of the National Executive Director at the National Office.

Player and volunteer photographs and video may be taken from time to time and used in AYSO training and promotional materials as permissioned through the AYSO Registration forms. Member identities shall not be divulged in this process and the identities of players shall be protected in all public forums. Coaches and training staffs may make video recordings of games or practices for purposes of improving player training and must comply with AYSO privacy policies when doing so. Players, their families, and volunteers should be aware that spectators at practices, games, or other events may take photos or videos at those events. AYSO asks that all spectators comply with the requirements of AYSO privacy policies but AYSO may not be able to control the use of these images by spectators, and disclaims all responsibility or liability for any such use.

AYSO also collects membership information through email correspondence and online forms including surveys, contests and other promotions. This information is entered willingly and knowingly by the user. Additional information that may be automatically collected includes IP addresses, browsers, webpages on AYSO sites viewed by users, etc. This information is used by AYSO to improve membership communications and experiences with the Organization and may be shared with third party partners in the form of statistical and demographic data, never on an individual basis.

In compliance with the CAN-SPAM Act, all of AYSO’s members have the opportunity to opt out of any AYSO-based promotional emails.

AYSO does not knowingly collect or use personal information from children under the age of 13 without the consent of their parents, on any websites or for any contest, in compliance with Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).

AYSO strives to be a transparent nonprofit organization to its membership, this Privacy Policy addresses policies of AYSO regarding information collected from AYSO’s membership, including information collected at registration and directly from the website, www.ayso.org and its affiliates.

What kind of personally identifiable information does AYSO collect?

AYSO collects the names, email addresses, phone numbers, addresses and credit/debit card information when AYSO members register their players for AYSO soccer. While your credit/debit card information is taken, AYSO does not store this information. AYSO also collects personally identifiable membership information through email correspondence and online forms including surveys, contests and other promotions. This information is entered willingly and knowingly by the user.

Additional information that may be automatically collected include IP addresses, browsers, webpages on AYSO sites viewed by users, etc. This statistical information is used so that AYSO can determine what areas of our sites are performing well or are not performing well and so that we can improve our membership’s digital experience.

AYSO may share this statistical data to third parties; however, no personal identifying information is shared without our users’ permission.

Once collected, this information is used to better serve our membership. We do not sell or share this information with third parties that are not otherwise stated in this policy.

We may also track conversion data from our correspondence (namely email) so that AYSO can measure our effectiveness in marketing and promotions.

In compliance with the CAN-SPAM Act, all of AYSO’s membership have the opportunity to opt out of AYSO-based promotional emails.

What does AYSO do with my personal information?

The information collected by AYSO may be used for marketing or promotional purposes, recordkeeping, editorial and feedback purposes or content improvement.

Does AYSO collect information from minors?

In compliance to Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), AYSO does not knowingly collect or use personal information from children under the age of 13 without the consent of their parents. If the situation arises where a child has provided AYSO personal information without the consent of their parents, the parents should contact AYSO immediately to remove that information.

How does AYSO protect my personal information?

AYSO protects your personal information with strict internal procedures at AYSO National Office.

Does AYSO share my personal information with third parties?

AYSO does not provide direct access to personally identifiable information by share or sell our memberships information. Our Premier, National and Supporting sponsors are all permitted to send information including advertisements to AYSO’s membership; however, they do not have access to personally identifiable information to directly contact AYSO’s membership.

How can I update my personal information?

Please email us if you need to update the contact information that we currently have on file. Please email us via the email address on file (your former address, the one we currently have) so we can verify ownership.

Does AYSO use photographs or video shared on Social Media?

AYSO does, on occasion, use photos or video shared by our membership on Social Media, which includes Facebook, Instagram and X (fka Twitter). Nonetheless, whether professionally taken or not, AYSO does not publish the names or locations of the children in the photo or video. For more information, please view our Electronic Communication and Social Media Policy or utilize our Safe Haven resources.

How does AYSO determine volunteer eligibility?

AYSO determines whether or not a volunteer is able to be a volunteer based on background check we conduct. AYSO will share the results of that background check with the volunteer applicant, but will not share them with anyone else.

Will AYSO update this Privacy Policy?

AYSO is continually striving to improve and our policies will be reviewed every 90 days. AYSO reserves the right to update and modify this policy at any time by posting modifications on the website, www.ayso.org.

The date the Privacy Policy was last updated can be noticed at the top of the statement.

How do I reach AYSO National Office if a privacy issue arises?

Mail:

American Youth Soccer Organization 19700 S Vermont Ave Suite 103 Torrance, CA 90502

Or email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Electronic Communication and Social Media

In keeping with the goal of the Safe Haven program to address the growing need to protect children from abuse, which includes the invasion of privacy rights and/or volunteers from misunderstandings and false accusations, the following recommendations are proposed for electronic communications and the use of social media sites, including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube.

Consistent with Safe Haven Child and Volunteer Protection Policies, AYSO asks all adults, regardless of whether they have a current volunteer application form on file, to maintain transparency in their communications with children while protecting children’s identity and privacy. It is the responsibility of adults to maintain appropriate boundaries.

All communications regarding AYSO activities and participation in the program must be directed to parents and guardians including voice messages, e-mails and text messages. It is up to a child’s parent(s) and/or guardian(s) to forward necessary communications to their children. If, for older players or youth volunteers, parents/guardians allow direct communications with a player or youth volunteers, parents must still be copied on any and all messages. Adults should refrain from private, personal, on-going electronic conversations with children.

All AYSO websites and pages on Social Media sites such as Facebook, Instagram Twitter and YouTube must be monitored to prevent inappropriate postings, blogs or tweets, which either divulge the identity of minors or include any disparaging comments or pictures. Neither AYSO websites nor social media sites may be conduits for social bullying, airing grievances, or gateways for predators. All AYSO social media sites/pages should conform to the rules and regulations for use and safety as outlined by the site owner.

The AYSO Player Registration Form includes a general photo release for non-commercial purposes. Pictures posted on public sites should not include the names of individual players to avoid identifying children to the wrong individuals. Team rosters with names, numbers and contact information must not be posted on any public website or social media page.

Operation and maintenance of all AYSO websites should conform to AYSO’s Privacy Policy for online privacy protection and the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA of 2000) which establishes mandated disclosures, parental notifications and options for all online activities when information is requested from children under 13 years of age.

The advantages and convenience of electronic communications and social media pages make them valuable and necessary tools for communicating with AYSO participants. As long as the same Safe Haven guidelines for interactions between adults and children are used in electronic media, the risk of abuse and misunderstandings can be minimized. Parents play a critical role in keeping children safe online and they must be included in all communications. Encourage parents to help with online safety by providing links to documents such as A Parent’s Guide to Social Media, A Parent’s Guide to Protecting Teens on Social Media and the U.S. Federal Trade Commission’s How to Protect Kids’ Privacy Online resources.

Consent to Electronic Signatures

I agree to use an electronic signature and that any physical or electronic copy of this registration form and its attachments can be used as if it was an original.

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DISCLAIMER, ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND WAIVER:

I ACKNOWLEDGE THAT PARTICIPATION IN SOCCER NECESSARILY INVOLVES TRAVEL, PLAY IN ADVERSE FIELD CONDITIONS, CONTACT WITH CONSIDERABLE FORCE, AND RISK OF SEVERE, PERMANENT PHYSICAL INJURY INCLUDING BRUISES,SCRAPES, STRAINED, SPRAINED OR TORN MUSCLES, TENDONS OR LIGAMENTS, BROKEN BONES, DISLOCATION OF JOINTS, CONCUSSION, BRAIN DAMAGE, NERVE AND SPINAL CORD INJURY, PARALYSIS AND DEATH. I WILLINGLY AND VOLUNTARILY ASSUME ALL SUCH RISKS, BOTH KNOWN AND UNKNOWN, EVEN IF ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEES (THE TERM RELEASEES IS DEFINED BELOW.). I AGREE TO COMPLY WITH THE STATED AND CUSTOMARY TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR PARTICIPATION OR CONTINUED PARTICIPATION AND, IF THE PARTICIPANT (PLAYER) OR I OBSERVE ANY CONCERN IN PLAYER''''S READINESS FOR PARTICIPATION IN PRACTICES, GAMES OR OTHER ACTIVITIES (EVENTS), I WILL REMOVE PLAYER FROM PARTICIPATION AND IMMEDIATELY BRING SUCH CONCERN TO THE ATTENTION OF THE NEAREST OFFICIAL AND THE REGIONAL COMMISSIONER AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.

I HEREBY RELEASE, DISCHARGE AND AGREE TO HOLD HARMLESS, TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THE AMERICAN YOUTH SOCCER ORGANIZATION (AYSO), ITS PLAYERS, EMPLOYEES, VOLUNTEERS, OFFICIALS, SPONSORS AND OTHER REPRESENTATIVES AND ALL OWNERS, LESSORS, LESSEES OR OTHER PERSONS OR ENTITIES ALLOWING THE USE OF FACILITIES BY AYSO AND THE AGENTS, EMPLOYEES, OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS OF SAID PERSONS OR ENTITIES (RELEASEES) FROM ALL CLAIMS, DEMANDS, CAUSES OF ACTION, COSTS, EXPENSES AND COMPENSATION ARISING OUT OF OR IN ANY WAY RELATED TO A LOSS, INJURY OR OTHER DAMAGE TO PLAYER OR TO MEMBERS OF MY FAMILY OR MY HOUSEHOLD OR INDIVIDUALS I INVITE OR FOR WHOM I AM OTHERWISE RESPONSIBLE, OR TO THEIR PROPERTY, WHILE PARTICIPATING IN OR PRESENT AT ANY OF THE EVENTS, WHETHER ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEES OR OTHERWISE. I ACKNOWLEDGE THAT AYSO IS PRIMARILY ADMINISTERED BY VOLUNTEERS RATHER THAN PAID PROFESSIONALS.

I ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE THAT THIS WAIVER AGREEMENT IS INTENDED TO BE AS BROAD AND INCLUSIVE AS PERMITTED BY THE LAWS OF THE STATE IN WHICH WE LIVE AND AGREE THAT IF ANY PORTION OF THIS WAIVER AGREEMENT IS DEEMED TO BE INVALID, THE REMAINDER WILL CONTINUE IN FULL LEGAL FORCE AND EFFECT.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT AND CONSENT:

I understand the terms of the Soccer Accident Insurance Plan are set forth in a pamphlet available on-line at http://www.ayso.org, as may be amended from time to time, and either I have read and understand the terms or I will do so before Player participates in any Events.

For internal and external use, AYSO and its licensees and invitees may obtain, compile and use contact information, soccer photographs and audio visual recordings of Player consistent with the AYSO Privacy Policy set forth at http://www.ayso.org, as may be amended from time to time. I consent to such uses and hereby waive all rights to approval and compensation.

On behalf of myself, or Player (if Parent), and all members of my family or child''''s family, I hereby agree to abide by the AYSO Bylaws, rules, regulations, policies and philosophies as available at http://www.ayso.org, as may be amended from time to time, and all decisions and directions of the Regional Board, Area and Section staff, and the National Board of Directors, and agree that Player or any member of Player’s family may be removed from the program at any time with or without cause. I represent that Player has not been convicted of any crime nor does Player have any known condition that might pose undue risk to Player or other participants.

I HAVE READ THE AGREEMENTS SET FORTH HEREIN AND I FULLY UNDERSTAND THE TERMS OF EACH AND THAT I AND PLAYER HAVE GIVEN UP SUBSTANTIAL RIGHTS BY SIGNING THIS FORM AND AGREEING TO SAID TERMS. I SIGN THIS FORM FOR MYSELF AND, IF PARENT, ON BEHALF OF PLAYER AND MEMBERS OF PLAYERS FAMILY, AND AGREE TO THESE TERMS FREELY AND VOLUNTARILY AND WITHOUT INDUCEMENT. I ALSO AGREE TO INFORM AYSO IN A TIMELY MANNER IF ANYTHING ON THIS FORM CHANGES.

Emergency Treatment Authorization

In an emergency, I hereby authorize each of the Coaches, Volunteer Team Parents, or other Officials of AYSO to act as my agents in the capacity of activity supervisors and vehicle drivers, and I authorize each of them to consent to medical, surgical or dental examination and/or treatment.

I SIGN THIS FORM ON BEHALF OF MYSELF AND PLAYER AND AGREE VOLUNTARILY AND WITHOUT INDUCEMENT.

Refund Policy

The National Player Fee is non-refundable.

For Regions registering players with Sports Connect, the transaction fee is also non-refundable.

In the absence of a local policy, it is AYSO''''s National policy that all other fees you have paid for registration may be fully refundable until the first scheduled event, which may be the first practice, first day of a clinic, first game, or other final commitment date as defined by the Region. The amount and timing of the refund, if any, is specified by the Region and included in your confirmation of registration.

Your local program''''s refund policy may amend or replace this refund policy; in the event of a dispute, you understand and agree that you have read and consent to all applicable, local refund policies.

Consent to Electronic Signatures

I agree to use an electronic signature and that any physical or electronic copy of this registration form and its attachments can be used as if it was an original.

25-0122 Kids Zone Parent Pledge v109894

Kids Zone Parent Pledge

Parents agree to abide by the following code of conduct as a condition to their child’s participation in AYSO activities:

1. I pledge to be on time or early when bringing my child to his/her practices and games. I understand that it may be uncomfortable for my child to be late to a game or practice and that he/she may be subject to physical risk if not provided with adequate time to warm up. I understand that I am encouraged to stay during practices and games, but if I do not, I will be there when he/she is finished. Being punctual shows respect for the coach, who has other time commitments, and it tells my child that he/she is my top priority.

2. I understand that the top three reasons kids play sports are to have fun, make new friends and learn new skills. I understand that the game is for the kids, and I will encourage my child to have fun and keep sport in its proper perspective. I understand that athletes do their best when they are emotionally healthy, so I will be positive and supportive.

3. I will redefine what it is to be a “Winner” in my conversations with my child. Winners are people who make the maximum effort, continue to learn and improve, and do not let mistakes, or fear of making mistakes, discourage them. I understand that mistakes are an inevitable part of any game and that people learn from their mistakes. I understand that all children are born with different abilities and that the true measure of success is not how my child compares to others, but how he/she is doing in comparison to his/her best self.

4. I will “Honor the Game.” I understand the importance of setting a good example of sportsmanship for my child. I will show respect for all involved in the game including coaches, players, opponents, opposing fans, and referees. I understand that officials, coaches, and players make mistakes. If the referee makes a call I do not agree with, I will refrain from questioning, insulting or making personal attacks against him or her.

5. I understand that games can be exciting for my child as he/she deals with the fast-paced action of the game, responds to opponents, referees, teammates, and listens to coaches. I will not yell out instructions. During the game, I will make only sportsmanlike comments that encourage my child and other players on both teams.

6. I will not make negative comments about the game, coaches, referees or teammates in my child’s presence. I understand this sets a bad example, which can negatively influence my child’s motivation and overall experience. I agree to act in a sportsmanlike manner and make every effort to foster a friendly and nonviolent atmosphere. I agree to honor the AYSO Parent Pledge in my words and actions.

7. I will not use alcohol, tobacco products, e-cigarettes or other vaping products, or controlled substances at any practices or games. I will not bring any weapons to any practices or games.

I understand that I am responsible for making my child, my spouse, other family members, and any persons I invite to an AYSO activity aware of this code of conduct and requesting that they agree to abide by this code of conduct as a condition to their participation in any AYSO activity.

Referee Abuse Prevention v136462

Soccer Participant Agreement: Respecting Our Referees

This document outlines the expected standards of behavior towards referees in accordance with the U.S. Soccer Referee Abuse Prevention policy, as adopted by AYSO. Referees are essential to the game and deserve to be treated with respect. We are all responsible for helping kids have fun playing soccer, and taking anger out on referees negatively impacts everyone and the future of soccer.

Key Principles:

Respect the Call: The call on the field stands.
Protecting Our Referees: We are committed to ensuring the emotional and physical well-being of our referees.
No Physical Abuse: There is never a reason to touch a referee outside of friendly handshakes.

Levels of Unacceptable Behavior:
The following outlines different levels of offenses against referees, as described in the sources:

VERBAL TAUNTING: This includes insulting, belittling, insinuating, or taunting behavior that undermines referee authority.
HARASSMENT/INTIMIDATION: This includes harassment, intimidation, retaliation, abusive or threatening language.
THREATS/DEROGATORY LANGUAGE: This involves aggression, attacking, derogatory, cyberbullying, doxing, or threatening (physical/violence) language.
OFFENSIVE OR DISCRIMINATORY ACT: This includes discriminatory or derogatory words or actions based on race, skin color, ethnicity, nationality, social origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, language, or religion. PHYSICAL ABUSE: There is never a reason to touch a referee outside of friendly handshakes.

Consequences:
The Penalties Matrix defines consequences for physical and non-physical offenses against Referees. For more information, please visit ussoccer.com/rap and review the full Policy 531-9.

Acknowledgment:
By signing below, I acknowledge that I have read and understood the information presented in this document regarding the prevention of referee abuse. I agree to conduct myself in a respectful manner towards all referees at all times.