Our core program is the foundation for all the fun, excitement and learning that happens on the fields. AYSO is best known for our core program – it’s where the large majority of kids fall in love with soccer and make memories that will last a lifetime.

For the 2024-25 season, the core program is broken up 6 divisions based on the birth year of the player.

• 6U Coed Jamboree (2019)
• 8U Coed (2017 & 2018)
• 10U Coed (2015 & 2016)
• 12U Boys and 12U Girls (2013 & 2014)
• 14U Boys and 14U Girls (2011 & 2012)
• 19U Coed (2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 & 2010)

Visit the Divisions page for more information on each division.

There are six core values – or what we call AYSO’s Six Philosophies – that are the foundation of our core program, and all others: Everyone Plays, Balanced Teams, Open Registration, Positive Coaching, Good Sportsmanship and Player Development. These are the essence of AYSO and it all starts with Everyone Plays.

Here in AYSO, "Everyone Plays" means that no kid spends their soccer experience sitting on the bench. Every kid plays at least half of every game. Learn more about AYSO’s Six Philosophies here.

AYSO emphasizes player development over winning. We always play to win, but winning is not why we play. Developing players is what we’re about because soccer skills and life skills go hand in hand. AYSO’s main purpose is to get kids on the field, provide them with good coaches and teach them to play soccer.