Our Mission:
To operate a soccer program where young people can learn to develop a positive self-image, self-confidence and other positive character traits through their interest and participation in soccer based on the AYSO philosophies of:
EVERYONE PLAYS - Our goal is for kids to play soccer -- every player on every team will play at least three-fourths (3/4) of every game before any player on that team plays four quarters (where team size and number of substitutes allows).
BALANCED TEAMS - At the start of each primary season we form teams as evenly balanced as possible - because it is more fun where teams of equal ability play.
POSITIVE COACHING - Winning kids are built up, not torn down! We train and encourage our coaches to make the extra effort to understand and offer positive help to our players, rather than negative criticism.
OPEN REGISTRATION - Our program is open to all children between 4 and 18 years of age who want to register and play soccer in our program. Interest and enthusiasm are the only criteria for playing.
GOOD SPORTSMANSHIP - We desire to create a positive environment based on mutual respect, rather than a win-at-all-costs attitude, and our program is designed to instill good sportsmanship in every facet of AYSO.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact us at: Commissioner@ayso583.org
Welcome to South Ontario AYSO Region 583!
Our Region has been operating as a Chartered Region since 1987. The majority of our players reside in the southern part of Ontario, California, however we have players from as far away as Fontana and beyond; even from Victorville.
Our primary purpose is to provide a Fair, Fun, and Safe place for our children to learn and grow into helpful, caring and successful adults. Soccer is the learning ground and a fun, positive environment is method.
The Coach's Code:
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Enthusiastically support and practice the "Everyone Plays" and "Positive Coaching" Philosophies of AYSO.
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Be reasonable in your demands on the young players' time, energy, enthusiasm and their performance on the soccer field.
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Impress on your players that they must be able to abide by the rules of the game at all times.
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Develop team respect for the ability of opponents, as well as for the judgment of referees and opposing coaches.
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Ensure that your players' soccer experience in one of fun and enjoyment (winning is only one part of it). Players should never be yelled at or ridiculed for making mistakes or losing a game.
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Set a good example and be generous with your praise when it is deserved. Children need a coach they can respect.
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Enlist the support of your team's parents in your efforts to instill the proper attitudes and values in your players.
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Keep informed about sound coaching principles and growth and development principles of children.
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Check equipment and facilities that you use. They should meet safety standards and be appropriate for the age and ability of your players.
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Follow the advice of a physician when determining when an injured child is ready to play again.
The Referee's Code:
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Always remember the game is for the players. Player safety and fair play come first.
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Study and learn the Laws of the Game and understand the "spirit" of the Laws. Help fellow referees do the same.
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Encourage and enforce the AYSO philosophies of "Everyone Plays" and "Positive Coaching".
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Wear the proper uniform and keep it in good condition.
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Maintain good physical condition so you can keep up with the action.
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Stay calm when confronted with emotional reactions from the players, coaches and parents.
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Honor accepted game assignments. In an emergency find a replacement.
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Support good sportsmanship with a kind word to players, coaches and parents of both teams when deserved.
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Always be fair and impartial, avoiding conflicts of interest. Decisions based on personal bias are dishonest and unacceptable.
The Parent's Code:
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Do not force an unwilling child to participate in sports.
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Remember children are involved in organized sports for their enjoyment, not yours.
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Teach your children to always play by the rules.
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Teach your children that hard work and an honest effort are often more important than a victory.
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Help your child work toward skill improvement and good sportsmanship in every game. Your child will then be a winner even in defeat.
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Do not ridicule or yell at your child for making a mistake or for losing a game.
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Set a good example. Children learn best by example.
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Applaud good plays by your team and by members of the opposing team.
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Do not publicly question the Referees' judgment and never their honesty.
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Recognize the value and importance of volunteer coaches, referees and officials and give them their due respect. There would be no AYSO soccer without them.
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Support all efforts to remove verbal and physical abuse from all youth sporting activities.
The Player's Code:
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Play for the fun of it, not just to please your parents.
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Play by the rules.
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Never argue with or complain about the referees' calls or decisions.
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Control your temper and most of all resist the temptation to retaliate when you feel you have been wronged.
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Concentrate on playing soccer and on affecting the outcome of the game with your best effort.
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Work equally hard for your team as for yourself.
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Be a good sport by cheering all good plays, whether it is your teams or your opponent's.
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Treat all players as you would like to be treated.
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Remember that the goals of the game are to have fun, improve your skills and feel good.
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Don't be a showoff or a ball hog.
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Cooperate with your coaches, teammates and opponents and the referees.