AYSO Region 55 Core program is designed to allow kids ages 5 to 18 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.

DIVISION COORDINATORS

6U Boys - [email protected]
6U Girls - [email protected]

OVERVIEW

The 6U Co-ed 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 (3 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: 5 vs. 5 with a minimum of 3 players/team on the field (no goalkeepers). 
Practice Sessions: Maximum: 30-45 minute session - 1 per week
Game Length: 30 Minutes (15 minute halves / Time must include breaks between quarters and halftime) 

GAME DAY RULES

• Field Setup/Tear Down: 1st game sets up (arrive 45 min. early); last game tears down (home fields).
• Focus:  Exploration & fun — let them play!
• Coin Toss: Visitor calls. Winner picks goal or kick-off; loser takes the other. Switch sides at half; team that picked goal first half kicks off second.
• Rules of Play:
  • No goalkeepers
  • Throw-ins only (no kick-ins)
  • No corner kicks (use corner throw-in)
  • Goal kicks: 1 yard from goal
  • No slide tackles, free kicks, or headers (restart from drop ball)
• Player Numbers: Match if one team is short (unless both coaches agree otherwise).
• Coaching: Coaches may enter field to guide positively.
• Refs: None — coaches manage game.
• Practice: Informal, optional, fun.
  

DIVISION COORDINATORS

8U Boys -  [email protected]
8U Girls -  [email protected]

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 with simplified laws. 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 six feet high and six yards wide.
Ball Size: 3
Players on Field: 6 vs. 6 with a minimum of 4 players/team on the field (no goalkeepers).
Eight maximum on roster. 
Practice Session: 60 Minutes Max / Twice a Week (No more than twice a week) 
Game Length: 40 Minutes (20 Minute Halves / Time must include breaks between quarters and halftime)

GAME DAY RULES

• Field Setup/Tear Down: 1st game sets up (arrive 45 min early); last game tears down (home fields only).
• Focus: Discovery, fun, and inspiration—let them play!
• Equipment: Shoes + shinguards under socks (mandatory). Inspect cleats for safety.
• Coin Toss / Kick-off: Visitor calls. Winner picks goal or kick-off; loser takes the other. Switch sides at half; team that picked goal first half kicks off second. No goals from a kick-off (restart = goal kick).
• Restarts: Kick-off, throw-in, goal kick, corner kick, indirect free kicks only.
  • Corner kick if defense kicks out over goal line.
  • Goal kick if offense kicks out.
  • Throw-ins: one redo allowed; 2nd mistake → opposing team throw.
  • Handballs: only deliberate = indirect kick (kick outside box if inside).
  • Headers: deliberate = indirect kick.
• Fouls: Indirect free kicks only; opponents 6 yards away. No penalty kicks.
• Referee: One AYSO referee manages game. No yellow/red cards—work with coaches.
• Substitutions: Between periods, halftime, and for injuries. Everyone plays at least 2 periods; no player plays 4 until all have played 3. Boys & girls play separately.
• Build-Out Line: Used for goal kicks and to promote playing out of the back. Opponents retreat behind line, but kicker doesn’t need to wait—ball in play after 1st touch. No goalkeepers. No offside.
• Sidelines: Opposing teams on opposite sides. No one behind goals.
• Safety & Admin:
  • Coaches must have Medical Release Forms at all soccer activities.
  • All volunteers must be registered + Safe Haven trained.
    

DIVISION COORDINATORS

10U Boys -  [email protected]
10U Girls -  [email protected]

OVERVIEW

9-12 years 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 6.5 feet high and 18.5 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) 
Ten 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 and halftime) 

GAME DAY RULES

• Field Setup/Tear Down: 1st game sets up (arrive 45 min early); last game tears down (home fields only).
• Focus: Ages 9–12 = golden age of learning. Adventure, skill-building, and technique!
• Equipment: Shoes + shinguards under socks (mandatory). Cleats inspected for safety.
• Referees: Certified AYSO Regional Referees (or higher). Explain infractions, keep game flowing.
• Assistant Refs: If available, use certified ARs. If not, Club Linesmen (volunteers) may help with in/out of play only.
• Coin Toss / Kick-off: Visitor calls. Winner picks goal or kick-off; loser takes the other. Switch sides at half; team that picked goal first half kicks off second.
• Ball In/Out: Entire ball must cross touch line or goal line (ground or air).
• Scoring: Ball must completely cross goal line into net.
• Fouls: All fouls in Law 12 apply. Coaches may pull players aside for “positive instruction.”
• Free Kicks: Direct or indirect. Opponents 8 yards away.
• Penalty Kicks: Awarded for direct free kick fouls in penalty area. Taken from penalty mark.
• Throw-ins: No do-overs. Improper = opposing team throw.
• Goal Kicks: Taken from inside goal area. Must clear penalty area before being touched.
• Corner Kicks: Awarded when defense last touches ball before crossing goal line. Opponents 8 yards away.
• Goalkeepers:
  • No more than 3 quarters in goal.
  • Must play in the field if not in goal.
  • No punts or drop kicks (restart = indirect free kick at spot of offense).
• Offside: Offside rule applies. Build-out line determines offside between halfway line and build-out line. No offside offenses can be called in that zone.
• Handling: Only deliberate handling is penalized. Entire arm (up to shoulder) counts as hand.
• Headers: Deliberate header = indirect free kick. Accidental = play continues.
• Substitutions: Between periods, halftime, and for injuries.
• Playing Time: All players = min. 2 periods. No player plays 4 until all have played 3.
• Build-Out Line: Placed equidistant between top of penalty area and halfway line. Opposing team must retreat behind line for goal kicks or when goalkeeper has possession. Goalkeeper may pass, throw, or roll to teammates behind or in front of the line. Goalkeeper or player taking goal kick does not need to wait for opponents to move behind line. Play resumes normally after first touch from goal kick or goalkeeper pass.

DIVISION COORDINATOR

12U Boys & Girls -  [email protected]

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 6.5 feet high x 18.5 feet wide. (Max size - 7 feet high x 21 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 and halftime)  

GAME DAY RULES

• Field Setup/Tear Down: 1st game sets up (arrive 45 min early); last game tears down (home fields only).
• Focus: Players are developing strategy, tactics, and technical skills. Small-sided matches help teach attacking and defensive principles.
• Coin Toss / Kick-off: Visitor calls. Winner picks goal or kick-off; loser takes the other. Switch sides at half; team that picked goal first half kicks off second.
• Throw-ins: One error = opposing team throw.
• Handling: Deliberate handballs = direct kick to opposing team.
• Headers: Deliberate headers = indirect free kick; accidental = play continues.
• Positions: Teach and enforce positions. Players should know defender, midfielder, striker, and goalkeeper roles. Rotate positions to give players experience.
• Goalkeepers: No more than 3 quarters in goal. Maximize field time when not in goal. Keeper jerseys provided at check-in.
• Substitutions: Between periods, halftime, and for injuries.
• Playing Time: All players = min. 2 periods. No player plays 4 until all have played 3.
• Teams: Separate girls and boys teams should be promoted.
• Sidelines/Field Safety: Opposing teams sit on opposite sides. Home team picks side. No one behind the goals—parents or coaches.
• Medical & Safety: Coaches must have Medical Release Forms at all soccer activities. All volunteers must be registered and Safe Haven trained. Report injuries promptly using incident reports (link on website).
• Sportsmanship: Do not run up the score; no team should win by more than 5 goals.
  

 

DIVISION COORDINATORS

14U Boys & Girls - [email protected]

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: Official size goals (8 feet high and 8 yards 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: 90 Minutes / No more than 3 hours per week 
Game Length: 70 Minutes (35 Minute Halves / Time must include breaks between quarters and halftime) 

GAME DAY RULES

• Field Setup/Teardown: 1st game sets up (arrive 45 min early); last game tears down (home fields only).
• Focus: 14U is a time to refine technical skills and develop tactical understanding.
• Player Equipment: Jersey/shirt, shorts, stockings, footwear, and shin guards are mandatory at all practices and games. Shin guards must provide reasonable protection and be fully covered by stockings.
• Coin Toss / Kick-off: Visitor calls. Winner chooses goal or kick-off; loser takes the other. Switch sides at half; team that picked goal first half kicks off second.
• Fouls & Misconduct: Opponents must be ten yards from the ball on restarts. Coaches should work with players to reduce cautions and send-offs. Referees may issue yellow/red cards; misconduct reports are completed for send-offs. Players sent off cannot play in their next scheduled match, and coaches must notify referees of this requirement.
• Notes on Send-Offs: AYSO 55 may impose additional sanctions for send-offs or referee abuse. Players disqualified from games are also barred from end-of-season tournaments or events.
• Referees: Certified Intermediate Referees or higher recommended. Regional Referees may participate with RRA/RC approval.
• Assistant Refs / Club Linesmen: Qualified assistant referees may assist the referee. If unavailable, Club Linesmen (spectators affiliated with teams/clubs) may help with in/out of play calls only.
• General Play Requirements: No field position requirements for goalkeepers; a player may remain in goal for the entire match.
• Injury Substitutions:
  • Coach may substitute for the injured player for the quarter; the injured player may not return during that quarter.
  • Alternatively, coach may play short-handed for the quarter, and the injured player may return at a break in play with referee approval.
  • Player who starts the quarter gets full credit for playing time; substitutes do not get additional credit.
• Substitutions: Only allowed at quarter breaks. No free substitutions during play.

DIVISION COORDINATOR

16U and 19U Boys & Girls - [email protected]

OVERVIEW

In the 16U / 19U divisions, 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: Official size goals (8 feet high and 8 yards wide)  
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 18 on the roster.
Practice Session: 90 Minutes / No more than 3 hours per week
Game Time: 90 Minute Game / 45 minute halves (Time must include break during halftime) 

GAME DAY RULES

• Field Setup/Tear Down: 1st game sets up (arrive 45 min early); last game tears down (home fields only).
• Focus: Older players refine technical skills, tactical awareness, and team strategy.
• Player Equipment: Jersey/shirt, shorts, stockings, footwear, and shin guards are mandatory at all practices and games. Shin guards must provide reasonable protection and be fully covered by stockings.
• Coin Toss / Kick-off: Visitor calls. Winner picks goal or kick-off; loser takes the other. Switch sides at half; team that picked goal first half kicks off second.
• Fouls & Misconduct: Opponents must be ten yards from the ball on restarts. Coaches should work with players to reduce cautions and send-offs. Referees may issue yellow/red cards; misconduct reports are completed for send-offs. Players sent off cannot play in their next scheduled match, and coaches must notify referees of this requirement.
• Notes on Send-Offs: AYSO 55 may impose additional sanctions for send-offs or referee abuse. Players disqualified from games are also barred from end-of-season tournaments or events.
• Referees: Advanced Referee Candidates and above required for 16U. Advanced Referees required for 19U.
• Assistant Refs / Club Linesmen: Qualified assistant referees may assist the referee. If unavailable, Club Linesmen (spectators affiliated with teams/clubs) may help with in/out of play calls only.
• General Play Requirements: No field position requirements for goalkeepers; a player may remain in goal for the entire match.
• Injury Substitutions:
  • Coach may substitute for the injured player for the quarter; the injured player may not return during that quarter.
  • Alternatively, coach may play short-handed for the quarter, and the injured player may return at a break in play with referee approval.
  • Player who starts the quarter gets full credit for playing time; substitutes do not get additional credit.
• Substituted Players: Free substitutions are allowed in 16U and 19U divisions.