North Irvine AYSO Region 213

Flex EXTRA Tryouts for the 2012 Season

We are diligently working out the details for the AYSO Flex EXTRA tryouts and will be posting the tryout schedules shortly. If you have any questions, then please email us at management@aysosoccer.org.

Thank you for your patience.

Congratulations to Area Champs BU14 Green Laserz

Congratulations to BU14 Green Laserz - Area Q Champs!

The Green Lazers, coached by Brett Thurlow, played in the Area Q BU14 finals this morning (Dec 18th). They won in Kicks from the Penalty Mark 2-1 (after regular play ended in a tie).

The team now will move on to the Section Championships in February 2012. Section 11 covers Southeast LA County all the way down to San Diego and the Mexican border. Great job!

Congrats also to BU12 Orange Pandas coached by Brent Seaton for making it to the BU12 final before falling to Corona Del Mar.

For a complete list of all division winning teams CLICK HERE

Sideline coaching -- Dump the GPS and let the kids drive

A story recently appeared in the Youth Soccer Insider newsletter from Soccer America. The subject was about sideline "coaching" and parent involvement. It is a great analysis of how having too many voices on the sideline creates confusion and is worse for the development of the child player.

parents - cheer on your kids. If you think the coach isn't "doing enough" then you should have stepped up to coach. Otherwise enjoy and watch them learn and grow.

2011-2012 Winter & Spring Seasons

Registration for the 2011-2012 Winter & Spring Seasons is now available. For details about the seasons and for registration instructions: CLICK HERE (a new window will open and take you to the new, in development website).

Send registration questions to: aysodoug@sbcglobal.net

Send all other questions to: management@aysosoccer.org

Banners for 2011

If your team needs a banner we have several suppliers that have worked with Region 213. Check them out here and get your best deal.

CLICK HERE!

Coaches - get some tips and training

Hey Coaches - we have some online resources for you to augment your certification training - or to just freshen up your knowledge of training regimens.

Coach Training Tips - CLICK HERE

UCI Flex Training Camp - CLICK HERE
Coach Kuntz from UCI provided a week of training to our Flex Extra team. Excellent skill development for U10 and up.

more coach information - CLICK HERE

Lots of jobs - but need more help

Hey there soccer fans! The season is so close.

Did you know there are 93 different tasks necessary to run our region?

Did you know that only 8 people essentially are doing them right now (not counting coaches, referees, and commissioners).

There are so many small tasks that need to be taken care of. These are very simple but important things that keep us running. If we can get a lot of people to be able to do just a little bit of effort there will be less burden for all AND we will have a much smoother operation.

We have immediate needs for field monitors (health and maintenance of our fields) and picture day volunteers. However, there are many more. Small to moderate - we always need folks.

You may have already heard that AYSO is an all-volunteer organization. This is done intentionally to create a closer connection between those volunteers and the children that get a positive impact from any support or effort you may give. The vision of AYSO is to provide world-class soccer environments that will enrich children's lives. Do your part if you can - no matter how small.

Contact management@aysosoccer.org if you're interested to know more.

Is my game on or field open? Check the MUDLINE!

If you're not sure whether your game is going to be played or practice is happening due to wet weather - don't forget to check the City of Irvine's MUDLINE

On the Web - CLICK HERE

Call 1-949-724-MUDD (6833)

Usually youth group updates are available between 3:30pm and 4pm. Status can change though. If it's busy just try again.

The website is actually the most up to date information on field conditions.

Or follow them on TWITTER - @IrvineMudLine

Parents - Stay informed - Don't miss out!

Parents -
Do you have questions about AYSO that your coach can't answer?
Do you wish someone could help you understand the game so you can cheer for your kid?
Are you frustrated by not knowing how things run?

THEN STAY INFORMED!

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