Volunteer - You'll Love It
We believe that we are running a vibrant soccer program that is expanding and improving every year.
However, the more we do, the more we realize that we can do. Not only can we always improve the existing
program, we can offer more, if we have the people to do it. Every regional board member, every coach,
every assistant coach and every referee is a volunteer. Some of our volunteers have played soccer their
entire lives and others had never kicked a soccer ball in anger before getting involved with AYSO. All of
us do it because it is fun and worthwhile.
Your AYSO program will only improve if more members of our community get involved. If you have
interest in a Board position, let the Board know. Volunteer to
coach, referee or be a Team Parent. If you only
have a little bit of time, but want to help, we will find something useful for you to do.
The Volunteer Protection Act of 1997
In order to receive the maximum protection provided under this law, AYSO volunteers must:
1. be properly trained and certified (Safe Haven plus age appropriate training certification),
2. be properely authorized to do their job,
3. be performing their duties as laid out in their job description,
4. act within the scope of AYSO's Policies,
Procedures and Guidelines.
AYSO provides a continuing training program for all jobs at all levels. Our region's volunteers are
99% AYSO certified.
Volunteer Application Form
(Text of the Disclosure Satement on the Volunteer Application Form, en Español))
Soccer Accident Insurance (S.A.I.)
Players, Coaches, Referees and other volunteers are only insured when registered with the national
office! (Note, this is a supplementary insurance only, with a $100 deductible). An AYSO S.A.I. claim form
may be obtained from the Regional Safety Director or the Commissioner and a claim must be made within
90 days of the date of injury. More information.
Volunteer Position Description
See also: Safety and AYSO.
AYSO Stuff
The AYSO Supply Center carries patches, pins, manuals, coach and referee instructional materials, and
more. Plus, a free registration kit complete with forms, posters, and the ABCs of AYSO parents handbook!
Contact the National Support & Training Center (NSTC).
The AYSO Store is AYSO's official merchandise outlet, with AYSO shirts, caps, jackets and more, plus
other soccer memorabilia.
Tell Us What You Think
As proud as we are of our program, we know that it is not perfect. Whether you are a player, or a
parent, new to the game, or with a lifetime of experience, we want your input. What is good about our
program? What could be improved, and how? Feel free to contact any Board member,
or stop us at games or on the street or on the train and let us know how you feel. We are committed to
making this the best youth sports program in the area, and can only improve with your help. Don’t be shy.