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AYSO 1200 Programs

AYSO Core Program

The AYSO Core Program is another name for AYSO’s Primary program, which is home to the majority of our players and spans from 6U – 19U divisions. With our Philosophies laced throughout, our Core Program is the nation’s leading grassroots soccer program.

AYSO EPIC Program

The mission of the AYSO EPIC Program is to provide athletes with disabilities the additional support they need to fully participate in a quality soccer experience. Volunteer buddies help our athletes not only participate but excel in this wonderful program.

AYSO Core - Primary Program Ages 4-16

AYSO Core - Primary Program

AYSO Region 1200 Core program is designed to allow kids ages 4 to 13 years old a chance to play soccer on fair and balanced teams with all players provided a guaranteed amount of playing time in every game. It is also a great chance for parents to volunteer and help support their kids.

Players must wear shin guards during practices and games.
Cleats are not required but highly recommended.
If they would like to bring their own ball, please make sure it's the correct size
6U / 8U: Size 3 ball
10U / 12U: Size 4 ball
14U and Up: Size 5 ball

Although it is our desire to include every child who wishes to play soccer, as a practical matter registration is only available on a first come, first served basis. Many factors can contribute to limiting registration within any division, including but not limited to the number of volunteers and availability of practice fields. Once a division has been filled, a waiting list is created from which players may be placed on a team if another player drops or additional coaches are secured.

In an attempt to balance teams correctly, we cannot accept requests for your child to be with specific coaches, or children to be placed on same teams as other children. Only the coach's own children, and siblings within the same division are guaranteed to be on same team.

6U Division

OVERVIEW
The 6U Division is designed to encourage a player to explore, experiment, and participate in their very first team vs. team environment. The children will play short-sided games (4-5 on a side) on small fields with highly simplified laws. Short-sided games help ensure that children have fun and at the same time, maximize their learning opportunities.

Field Size: 20 yards by 30 yards
Ball Size: 3
Roster Maximum: 6
Players on Field: 4 vs 4 or 5 vs. 5 with a minimum of 3 players/team on the field (no goalkeepers).
Practice Sessions: 15-20 Minute Practice before each game on Saturdays
Game Length: 30 Minutes (15 minute halves / Time must include breaks between quarters)

8U Division

OVERVIEW
The 8U division is a learning division and is designed to introduce young players to the game of soccer. The children will play short-sided games on small fields. Short-sided games help ensure that children have fun and at the same time, maximize their learning opportunities.

Field Size: The field size for 8U games is 25-35 yards long, 15-25 yards wide (max).
Goals: Maximum 6 feet high and 18 feet wide.
Ball Size: 3
Players on Field: 6 vs. 6 with a minimum of 4 players/team on the field
Eight maximum on roster.
Practice Session: 60 Minutes Max / once a Week (No more than once a week)
Game Length: 40 Minutes (20 Minute Halves / Time must include breaks between quarters)

10U Division

OVERVIEW
U10 is the golden age for learning and the perfect age to increase focus on specific techniques and skills. It is the time for ADVENTURE!

Field Size: The field size for 10U games is 55-65 yards long, 35-45 yards wide.
Goals: Maximum 7 feet high and 21 feet wide.
Ball Size: 4
Players on Field: 7 vs. 7 with a minimum of 5 players/team on the field (one of which is the Goalkeeper)
nine maximum on roster.
Practice Session: 60 Minutes Max / No more than twice a week
Game Length: 50 Minutes (25 Minute Halves / Time must include breaks between quarters)

12U Division

12U PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Program Focus: Polishing the player's technical skills

Field Size: The Field Size for 12U games is 70-80 yards long and 44-55 yards wide.
Goals: Goal Size is 8 feet high x 24 feet wide.
Ball Size: 4
Players on Field: 9 vs. 9 with a minimum of 6 players/team on the field (one of which is the Goalkeeper). 12 maximum on roster.
Practice Session: 60 Minutes no more than twice a week
Game Length: 60 Minutes (30 Minute Halves / Time must include breaks between quarters)

14U Division

OVERVIEW
Players advance in speed and overall athletic ability, and their understanding of the game deepens. Rivalries begin to form and the players tend to keep close track of the standings.

Field Size: The minimum field size for is 100 x 50 yards.
Goals: (8 feet high and 24 feet wide) are used in 14U games.
Ball Size: 5
Players on Field: 11 players per team on the field (11v11) – one of whom is the goalkeeper. Minimum of 7 players/team on field. Maximum of 15 on the roster.
Practice Session: 60 Minutes /Twice per week
Game Length: 70 Minutes (35 Minute Halves / Time must include breaks between quarters)

EPIC Program

AYSO EPIC

AYSO has just rebranded its renowned VIP Program to EPIC, standing for Everyone Plays In our Community.

Launched in 1991, AYSO’s VIP Program was established to give

players with intellectual and physical challenges, the opportunity to play and enjoy the beautiful game. The EPIC rebrand is designed to remind AYSO members and the surrounding community that AYSO is a place that everyone can play, no matter your ability.

What is AYSO EPIC?

The mission of the AYSO EPIC Program is to provide athletes with disabilities the additional support they need to fully participate in a quality soccer experience. The ultimate goal of the AYSO EPIC Program is to provide a holistic AYSO experience for players, families, and volunteers, from team uniforms, to playing on a team, to cheering from the sidelines, for all participants.