Fall teams are in forming: U6/U5/U4 programs - schedules will take place on Saturday mornings starting Saturday Sept. 7th, and run through November 23rd. There is still plenty of room in U6/U5/U4. U6 Boys: 9-10AM, Location notified by email U6 Girls: 9-10AM, Location notified by email U5 coed: 10-11AM, Location notified by email U4 coed: 10-11AM, Location notified by email The AYSO Philosophy
Blue Sombrero Blue Sombrero help line for parents: 866.264.2048 AYSOU Login Credentials - Volunteers will use their Blue Sombrero Username and Password to log into AYSOU. If this is working on Blue Sombrero, but not working on AYSOU, the volunteer will need to login in to Blue Sombrero, click on their volunteer details, and then click update. Additional Volunteer Users - users volunteering outside of the registration system will volunteer his/herself, or add a new user to volunteer. If the volunteer now becomes an additional user, he/she will want to accept the invite to create a Username/Pas sword on Blue Sombrero to get them access to AYSOU. Youth Volunteers do not have to accept this additional user invite to move forward. AYSOU Certifications - Certifications will port over from eAYSO once the user volunteers, based on the system recognizing the volunteer ID. If the certifications do not port over, there is a mismatch in the ID. For all Coaches:UK Soccer is providing training support for your practices on request. They can send a professional trainer to help you work with your team on several skills such as ball control, passing skills, goalie work, footwork, etc. To schedule a trainer, fill in the request form and you will be contacted.Spring: We will continue to have UK soccer support and encourage you to utilize their resources. Please use the form to make a request. U10 News for Coaches and Referees:Summary of changes to the BOL for 2018-19 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| AYSO Age Guide for 2019 Fall & 2020 Spring | ||
|---|---|---|
| DIVISION | BORN IN | |
| U19 | 2001, 2002 & 2003 | |
| U16 | 2004 & 2005 | |
| U14 | 2006 & 2007 | |
| U12 | 2008 & 2009 | |
| U10 | 2010 & 2011 | |
| U8 | 2012 & 2013 | |
| U6 | 2014 | |
| U5 (Kicker) | 2015 | |
| U4 (Kinder) | 2016 | |
Registration Updates for fall
For U6, U5, and U4 programs, registration will remain open through 9/21.
U10 and U8 programs currently are allowing wait list registration. Wait lists do not guarantee placement on team of choice. Depending on availability, new teams may be formed based on wait lists.
Registration for upper age division programs from U12 and up are now closed to the fall season
Please see the Age Division Guide near the bottom of this page to find out what program(s) your children are eligible for.
If this is your first time registering for Palo Alto AYSO soccer, please read the information below on our programs.
AYSO needs volunteers! Coaches, referees, and in many other areas at all age divisions needed! Please consider what you can help with in filling out the volunteer portion of the application. We provide training, equipment, exercise, and a great supportive community not to mention kids who love learning from parents under the AYSO philosophy where everyone plays. Coaching volunteers will be contacted over the summer and be given preference on days and times for practices. If you have questions about volunteer roles, please contact us.
Core or Recreational is our regular recreational & instructional program and has open registration - there are no tryouts to place on a team.
- Teams will be formed and information sent out in mid-August
- For U8 and up, recreation practices begin the week of August 25th. Practices days and times TBD depending on team formation but are generally 2 times per week.
- Recreational games for all programs from U4 on up will begin Saturday, Sept. 7th.
- U4/U5/U6 programs are Saturday only. Times TBD.
- Recreational games are generally on Saturdays and will conclude the weekend before Thanksgiving for U10 and under.
- U12 and up may have additional games scheduled into early December.
Select is our competitive program - open tryouts currently ongoing in May. Please see calendar for details
- Select Practices will begin earlier in the summer at the Coaches discretion
- Games will take place both on Saturdays and Sundays. Certain leagues may have Sunday only play. Ask the coach for details.
- Game start dates TBD but the season will run into December.
- Select programs are offered for age divisions U9 and above.
Select tryout players, please wait until tryouts are completed and teams are formed before registering for your fall program.
VIP is for those whose disabilities make it difficult for them to participate on mainstream teams.
California Classico
The Earthquakes' California Classico will be played at Stanford Stadium, June 29, 6:30 PM, and we have a deal on seats. Tickets start at $16 in Upper Endzone 224 Tickets are at $28 in Lower Endzone 124
A Center Circle Option in Section 131 is on the link too for anyone who wants a top of the line seat!
There will be fireworks right after the game. This is a very nice family event.
Click here.
El Palo Alto Tournament
Was quite the success! Over 80 teams, 1100 players, 300 volunteers, 12 fields, played over 2 days. Thank you, all volunteers!
Winners
U10B
Green- 2/N/36 San Mateo B10U
Black- 2/A/45 Mountain View Earthquakes
White- 2/J/1590 Blue Panthers
U10G
Green- 2/2A/45 Jaguars
Black- 2/N/36 San Mateo G9U Strikers
U12B
Green- 2/N/36 San Mateo B12U
Black- 2/D/218 Davis Dawgs
U12G
Green- PCSSL Millbrae Dragons
Black- 2/A/45 Stingrays
White-2/C/223 Diablas
U14B
2/A/45 TSUNAMIS
U14G
Green- 2/N/63 Burlingame Select
Black- 2/J/64 Patriots
U16B
2/N/1 Redwood City
U16G
2/D/218 Davis Celtic
SPRING RECREATIONAL SOCCER
(March 14th update)
U6/U5 (Kicker)/U4 (Kinder) Boys and Girls:
Practices will begin Saturday March 23rd at Hoover Park behind the baseball field outfield.
9-10AM: U4 (Kinders)
10-11AM: U5 (Kickers), U6 Girls
11AM-12PM: U6 Boys
Details have been sent to parents. Email u5@ayso26.org if you did not receive the info.
U8 Boys and Girls:
The schedule for U8 Soccer is as follows starting Monday, March 18 at
Ventura field:
3990 Ventura Ct., Palo Alto, CA.
Monday
4:00 - 5:15pm U8 Girls (Drills and basic instruction)
5:30 - 6:45 PM U8 Boys (Drills and basic instruction)
Wednesday
4:00 - 5:15pm U8 Boys (Drills and basic instruction)
5:30 - 6:45 PM U8 Girls (Drills and basic instruction)
Friday
4:00 - 5:15pm U8 Girls Games
5:30 - 6:45 PM U8 Boys Games
Please bring your signed regisration/health form as proof of registration to your first practice.
The City of Palo Alto Rain Policy
The city makes the call whether the fields are open early in the morning, usually before 7AM. They leave a recording on this rain hotline: 650 329 2697
Air Quality
Smoke from the various fires has been drifting into our area. Please consult the map below. All practices and games should only be played if our area shows yellow or green below. Check this site before leaving for practice or games.
Equipment
If you are a coach seeking equipment for your team, please contact e
quipment@ayso26.org to arrange a set.
Uniform Swap Requests:
If you are in need of a Uniform swap/exchange after having picked up your uniform, please fill in the following form and we will contact you asap.