Frequently Asked Questions

Can I Coach/Referee my Child?

We always need additional coaches and referees for each season. The more assistance offered the more children that can play in a fun, fair, and safe environment. We offer free, comprehensive training for beginning coaches and referees. We provide you with the basic knowledge to help develop soccer skills and about the laws of the game. All we ask from you is a small time commitment.

How old must my child be to play soccer in AYSO?

A player must be four years old, as of July 31 in the year the child is being registered.

How much are the registration fees?

For the 2008 regular season, registration dates and fees are as follows:

Early Bird Registration: 1st child $75.00, 2nd child $70.00, 3rd child $65.00
March 1 - Freedom Park soccer field

Early Registration: 1st child $85.00, 2nd child $80.00, 3rd child $75.00
May 17 - Rita Ranch, Purple Heart Park 9am-1pm
June 20 - Lakeside Park, soccer field 6pm-9pm
June 28 - Clements Center 10am-2pm
July 26 - Albertsons, 9595 E Broadway 9am-1pm

Late Registration: 1st child $95.00, 2nd child $90.00, 3rd child $85.00
August 16 - Clements Center 10a-2p

Registration fees include:
  • One full uniform per player (shirts, shorts, and socks)
  • A trophy or medal at the end of the season
  • The AYSO National registration fee
  • Player Insurance
  • Subscription to National "Soccer Now" magazine
When are practices?

The coach shall decide when and where to hold practices. Typically, there are one to two practices each week. Players must wear shin guards at practices and in the games.

What should we (the parents / guardians) supply?
  • Shoes
    • Shoes can be tennis shoes or they may have cleats, but not those with a toe cleat. A toe cleat is considered a safety violation. The referee shall not allow a player to participate in a match if the player’s shoes have a toe cleat. A toe cleat is a single cleat in the front middle of the shoe.
  • Practice ball
  • Shin Guards
  • Water Bottle
What ball size does my player need?

Ball sizes increase with the player’s age and are defined by the division the player is in.

Division Ball Size
U-14 through U-19 5
U-10 and U-12 4
U-6 and U-8 3


What are divisions and what do they mean?

There are seven divisions defined by the players by age group:
U-19, U-16, U-14, U-12, U-10, U-8, U-6

The U means "under" so the U-10 division is comprised of players whose ages are eight and nine years old, as of July 31 of the year of registration.

Can my player wear jewelry?
  • A player may not participate in a match (game) while wearing jewelry. This is considered a safety violation, which the referee shall enforce.
  • Medical bracelets and /or necklaces ARE allowed. The player shall not be asked to remove medical bracelets or necklaces. They should be taped to the skin with clear tape.
Remember that studs in the ear lobes (after piercing) are not allowed on the field. If your child is going to get her/his ears pierced, do it after the season is over, or bring some thread to replace the stud with. Putting a bandage over the stud is not allowed.

What sort of hair clip can my child wear?

Players may wear soft hair ties. Scrunchies are OK and flat plastic clips are OK. The referee shall decide if an article of clothing is unsafe and they have final say as to whether a player may be allowed onto the field or not.

Can my injured player participate if he / she is wearing a cast?

Casts, splints, taped fingers are not allowed. A player may participate if he / she is wearing a soft bandage.

Why are the children required to wear their socks doubled over their shin guards?

Safety is the primary reason. Some types of shin guards are hard shell instead of soft, and may have sharp edges that could cut a player. By wearing their socks over the shin guards, players protect each other. The referees or field marshal can easily check before play is begun to ensure all players are properly dressed.