About AYSO - A Little Background

Philosophies

AYSO Philosophies:

1. Everyone Plays
   We want kids to play soccer, so we mandate that every player on every team must play at least half of every game. Region 121 mandates that every players plays at least three fourths of each game when numerically possible.
2. Balanced Teams
   We require every region at the start of each season to set up teams as evenly as possible. It's more fun when teams are of equal ability.
3. Open Registration
   Our programs are open to all children ages 5 to 18 who want to play soccer. Interest and enthusiasm are the only requirements for playing.
4. Positive Coaching
   We train and encourage all of our coaches to make the extra effort to understand and offer positive help to our players, rather than use negative criticism. This approach builds a positive team spirit.
5. Good Sportsmanship
   We create a positive environment based upon mutual respect, rather than a win-at-all-costs attitude. All of our programs are designed to instill good sportsmanship in our kids and our volunteers.