REGION 69 REGISTRATION

As AYSO enters its 45^th year with close to 650,000 children participating in over 1,000 local programs, I am proud to acknowledge that our local program, Region 69, achieved the AYSO Platinum Award for the outstanding programs offered during the 2006-2007 season Every Region 69 volunteer made this possible – Thank you!

Please read the online Pre-Registration Procedures. If you do not have a computer, the Palisades Public Library on Alma Real Drive has free-online access for public use. If you are still unable to pre-register online, AYSO staff will offer assistance at the Palisades Library on

Please bring your library card. AYSO Staff cannot accept forms at the library but are there to assist you in completing the online registration and printing process.

This year, we will accept online credit card payment (Visa, Mastercard, Discover Card only) of $195 fee and team sponsorships through April 26^th. Contributions and Field Sponsorships must be paid by check. ALL Forms MUST be mailed in to complete the pre-registration process.

Our Regional Staff has been working with local, state, and federal officials to secure and improve our limited field space. Our challenge continues to be the cost of field space rental, maintenance, and improvements, resulting once again in an unavoidable $10 fee increase per player. The $1.4 million PCHS Stadium by the Sea all weather track and football/soccer field was completed last month. AYSO is currently raising money to contribute toward an all weather baseball field at Pali High, and lights at Barrington Park. Your continued generous sponsorships and contributions are MOST appreciated. Those who contribute $2,500 or more will receive special recognition. We urgently need your donations this year.

Participation trophies will be given to the U6 and U8 divisions. Region Pins will be given to the U10-U19 divisions. 1^st-4^th place medals will continue to be awarded.

In order to provide safety and fairness at each game, the region needs approximately 300 referees to be trained and certified (one parent from every 5 families).

AYSO’s vision is to provide world-class youth soccer programs that enrich children’s lives. AYSO's mission is to develop and deliver quality youth soccer programs where everyone builds positive character through participation in a fun, family environment based on these five fundamental principals: Everyone Plays, Balanced Teams, Open Registration, Positive Coaching, and Good Sportsmanship.

All Coaches and Referees must be trained and certified to comply with AYSO’s SAFE HAVEN Policy, and there must be a ratio of 1 adult per 8 players at practices and games. The SAFE HAVEN Policy complies with the CHILD PROTECTION ACT OF 1993 (volunteer screening) and the VOLUNTEER PROTECTION ACT OF 1997 (this provides protection to volunteers from lawsuits as long as they are trained and certified, following their job description, and are acting within the scope of AYSO’s policies, procedures, and guidelines.) All new volunteers will be required to complete the VOLUNTEER APPLICATION FORM today, showing a driver’s license, prior to registering their players.

Please read the enclosed Registration Agreement carefully, and keep it for reference during the season. Your signature on the Volunteer Information Sheet acknowledges that you have read and understand its terms.

Your child is assigned to an age division according to the chart below. Boys and girls are separated in ALL divisions. Please note that DATE OF BIRTH is the criterion, NOT SCHOOL GRADE.

DIVISION

U08

U10

U12

U14

U16

U19

BIRTHDATES

Born on or after

AND

on or before

08-01-02

08-01-00

08-01-98

08-01-96

08-01-94

08-01-92

08-01-89

07-31-04

07-31-02

07-31-00

07-31-98

07-31-96

07-31-94

07-31-92

Children who did not play or complete last season must register on Sunday May 18th, from 3-5 pm at Paul Revere Middle School. A parent or guardian must pre-register online the player and as a volunteer and bring 2 copies of all forms, fees, and proof of age to the field.

Players who register on May 18^th may be placed on a waiting list until there are enough players and a coach to form another team, referee representation, and there is practice & game space for the team. Consult the website, www.ayso69.org for information on applications after May 18^th. New Player registrations for the waitlist will not be accepted by mail until June 1^st. It will be the responsibility of the family to arrange for new player evaluations after May 18^th.

The registration fee is $195 for the first child, $390 for two children, and $585 for three or more children from the same family. The fee includes a uniform consisting of jersey, shorts, and socks; team and individual pictures; trophies or pins, medals and other awards; insurance and other services from AYSO, Inc.. A portion of our revenue pays for meeting room space, equipment storage, field rental, maintenance and improvement, office supplies, team supplies and equipment, referee supplies and equipment, printing, postage, and telephone and website costs, training and education, as well as other items that are needed to run our program.

Should the payment of fees present a financial hardship, SCHOLARSHIP AID is available. Please apply directly to the Regional Commissioner Debbie Held for such assistance.

Should it be necessary for you to withdraw your child from the program after registration, please refer to the REGISTRATION AGREEMENT - REFUND POLICY.

As Regional Commissioner, I look forward to working with each of you in making this a successful and enjoyable season for all. I encourage you to become involved with our program. New suggestions, ideas and your energy are always welcome. Should you have any further questions, comments, or concerns about the program, please consult our website – www.ayso69.org , email us at info@ayso69.org, leave a message at 310-454-KICK, or write to our business address. We will be happy to answer you.

AYSO REGION 69 - FALL 2008 REGISTRATION