Parent's Information
Special Role
As a parent, you play a special role in contributing to the needs and development of youngsters.
Through your encouragement and good example, you can help assure that all the boys and girls learn good sportsmanship and self-discipline. In AYSO, young people learn to work together, to sacrifice for the good of the team, to enjoy winning and deal appropriately with defeat - all while becoming physically fit and healthy. Best of all, they have fun. Please read these important articles regarding your role and participation. See also Region 24's Code of Conduct for all volunteers and parents as adopted by our Board of Directors and your Volunteer Agreement below.
- I understand that Downey AYSO Region 24 is an ALL VOLUNTEER organization.
- I understand that I will be required to complete 3 hours of Volunteer Service per player during the season.
- I understand that I must work the hours on the date that I am scheduled. The Team Manager or Coach will provide my scheduled time to me at least 2 weeks in advance.
- If I am unable to work during my scheduled time, I will find a replacement over the age of 16 to complete my scheduled time.
Working together will make this a great season.
Thanks in advance for your participation.
Download: Parents Guide to AYSO
Zero Tolerance!!!
At the recent round of referee training, Region 24's Referee Instructor Hank Strang announced an enforcement policy change for unruly parents who challenge referee calls during matches. "In the past we've instructed referees to largely ignore the jeering from the sidelines in response to referee calls. This has created a situation where parents think this behavior is acceptable, and can create problems for other referees when they officiate matches. It is the duty of the referee to remind the coach that the behavior of the parents is the coach's responsibility, and that unruly parents along with the coach will be dismissed from the field should they continue their negative behavior." Lucy Aguero, Referee Administrator echoed the statement, "We have over 25 youth referees, and parent's wouldn't want anyone to yell at their children, so they shouldn't be yelling at anyone else's children. They should think how they would feel if their child was being yelled at."
Parents: Help us set a positive example for our children by demonstrating Good Sportsmanship. Do this by not sideline coaching, nor challenging referee decisions. AYSO is an all volunteer organization and our referees are volunteers as well. Remember the Kids Zone pledge that you signed, as well as the various Codes of Conduct. Have a great soccer year!
Register your child for the Fall 2010/11 Soccer Season
Limited number of players now applicable for Fall 2010/11 soccer season. With over 1,500 registered youth, Downey AYSO Soccer is the largest youth development program in the city. Serving boys and girls from ages 4 to 19, we provide a youth development program utilizing the exciting sport of soccer.
To register:
- Go to www.eayso.org to register the player online or complete the player registration form, (forma en Espaņol).
- Print three copies per player of the completed registration form.
- Next, fill-out the volunteer form, (forma en Espaņol).
- To complete the registration process, take the three copies of the player registration form, a copy of the birth certificate for each player, and a copy of the volunteer form and payment (cash, check, or money order)to the upcoming registration event:
| Date | Time | Location |
| April 22, 2010 | 6-8:30 pm | Apollo Park |
| April 29, 2010 | 6-8:30 pm | Apollo Park |
| May 6, 2010 | 6-8:30 pm | Apollo Park |
| May 13, 2010 | 6-8:30 pm | Apollo Park |
Check or Money Order payable to: AYSO Region 24
Registration Fees
NOTE: U16/U19 do not participate in the fundraiser, but they are charged the same as if they did.
Early-bird Fees
Players participating in the fundraiser:
| Number of Players | Total | |
| 1st Player | $90 | |
| 2nd Player | $90 | $180 |
| 3rd Player | $45 | $225 |
| 4th Player | Free | $225 |
Players NOT participating in the fundraiser
| Number of Players | Total | |
| 1st Player | $115 | |
| 2nd Player | $115 | $230 |
| 3rd Player | $45 | $275 |
| 4th Player | Free | $275 |
Regular Registration fee will be $110 after April 30, 2010
NOTE: U16/U19 do not participate in the fundraiser, but they are charged the same as if they did.
Players participating in the fundraiser:
| Number of Players | Total | |
| 1st Player | $110 | |
| 2nd Player | $110 | $220 |
| 3rd Player | $55 | $275 |
| 4th Player | Free | $275 |
Players NOT participating in the fundraiser
| Number of Players | Total | |
| 1st Player | $135 | |
| 2nd Player | $135 | $270 |
| 3rd Player | $55 | $325 |
| 4th Player | Free | $325 |
Cookie Dough Fundraising Information
As you know much of the financial support for our Region comes from fundraising, and the Cookie Dough sale is a big portion. Flyers and order forms will be distributed to Team Managers on Opening Day.
Fundraiser Schedule as follows:
- Fundraising Starts: September 11, 2010
- Orders and money due: September 25, 2010
- Delivery All Divisions: October 16, 2010
FAQ:
Q: Can I still opt-out?
A: Yes. Turn in the $25 opt-out fee with the players name and team# on the order due date.
Q: How many boxes of cookie dough do I have to sell?
A: Five(5) per player. Prizes will be given for selling more.
Q: Does the Team Parent pick up the orders for the whole team?
A: NO. The Team Parent will turn in the orders and money for the team on Sept. 25th. Each player and their parents are responsible for picking up their own orders on Oct. 16th.
Any orders not picked up on the assigned delivery day will be forfeited.
Any other questions, contact Michael Rios 562-760-9462 or mrios69@verizon.net
No Dogs Allowed!
They may be cute, but they do not belong at the school! This is a School District policy and we will enforce it.
Regular Fall Season Snack Shack and Information Tent Duty
Be sure you honor your Snack Shack and Information Tent commitment. It is 3 hours per player (a 3-hour straight shift). Team Manager will provide you with a schedule. After your time, be sure to sign the volunteer book. The book is at the Information Tent and you can look for your team's assignments .
Thanks for your support!
Referee Volunteer Opportunities
AYSO as an all volunteer organization depends upon your participation. In fact, we require it! Each family must volunteer several hours during the season, otherwise you will not receive your trophy or yearbooks. One way to fulfill this requirement is to referee. Every team is responsible to field three referees per team to officiate the match following your game. If you are intersted in becoming a Referee, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator.
Age Guide
Registration Age Breakdown
To help in determining the proper age and division for players, the following chart is provided. Excerpts of two portions of the AYSO Rules and Regulations that pertain to this matter are:
Article III(B):
The effective date of age determination shall be the player’s age as of July 31st immediately prior to the start of the membership year as defined in Article V. Players who have reached the age of four years as of this date are eligible to participate in the program. Players who are nineteen years of age or older as of this date are not eligible to participate.
Article V:
The period of official membership shall be from August 1st through the following July 31st each year.
The following chart applies for the next official membership year, which starts August 1, 2010 and concludes July 31, 2011, and is based on the age groupings in AYSO’s Rules and Regulations Article III. Any player whose birth date falls on or between these dates should be placed in the designated division.
| Age Guide for 2010-2011 Membership Year | ||
| Division | Age | Born Between |
| U-19 | 16-17-18 | 8/1/91 and 7/31/94 |
| U-16 | 14-15 | 8/1/94 and 7/31/96 |
| U-14 | 12-13 | 8/1/96 and 7/31/98 |
| U-12 | 10-11 | 8/1/98 and 7/31/00 |
| U-10 | 8-9 | 8/1/00 and 7/31/02 |
| U-8 | 6-7 | 8/1/02 and 7/31/04 |
| U-6 | 5 | 8/1/04 and 7/31/05 |
| U-5 | 4 | 8/1/05 and 7/31/06 |
| This age guide is for games and competitions
that begin on or after August 1, 2010. Download this chart |
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Refund Request Instructions
Did you move after you signed up your child to play soccer? Or did your child get hurt and won't be back in time to play during the fall season? If you have an issue like this we want to make sure we give you and your family the proper attention you deserve. Please click on this link and you'll get access to the Refund Request Form you'll need in order to have your registration funds reimbursed. Please allow 2-3 weeks to pass from the time you send in your request. Make sure you fill out the entire form and list a current phone number should we have any questions.
