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Starting a local AYSO program is fun and exciting. With the help of the professional AYSO National Office staff plus amazing local volunteers just like you, it's easy!

Where to start:

  • Use the National Office's Development Department as a resource: We are here to assist you in developing a program as well as support you once your Region is up and kicking.

  • Please contact Pete MacPhail, AYSO Development Manager, at petemacphail@ayso.org or (310) 848-5653 with questions or to ask for help.

What you will need:

  • Five to seven additional volunteers - use friends and family to help you, these people will help support your efforts and participate on the new Region Board.

  • Kids to be transformed into players!

  • Fields to play on, think big but small spaces also work.

What happens next:

  • Fill out a Pilot Application complete with volunteer forms for all Region Board members. For assistance in filling out the forms, please contact Pete MacPhail at petemacphail@ayso.org or (310) 848-5653

    Pilot Application Forms

  • The National Board of Directors will be asked to approve your application by your local volunteer Area Director (AD) and Section Director (SD).

  • A "New Regional Commissioner Kit" and "Pilot Pack" will be shipped to you and will include necessary materials for your management positions and first player registration.

  • Your local volunteer AD will contact you directly, for a quick 'RC Orientation.' The "AD" will help you develop a local calendar & plan for when your Region will hold player registration, advertise for players and parents, schedule training for coaches & referees (among other positions needing training), and set your first season's playing dates!

  • Sign them up, get them trained and your Region is ready to start playing!

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