Purpose: AYSO EXTRA is designed to provide  more challenging level of play for those players who  possess the appropriate interest, skills and abilities and to enhance each player's experience and individual growth through the game of soccer. The goal of EXTRA is to strengthen AYSO by retaining players and volunteers in additional primary programs operated under the AYSO philosophies.

About the Program: EXTRA is committed to developing a world-class competitive soccer program that is focused on providing a more challenging environment and enhancing  the training and development for our more dedicated soccer enthusiast. All interested players will attend a try-out in the Fall and/or Spring each year, where they will be evaluated by an assessment team. Players who are chosen to participate, will be notified shortly after tryouts. Players who are not chosen, will be place on a core team in the Fall season. EXTRA teams compete against other EXTRA teams throughout Q, L, Z, K  and E as well as tournament play.

Parents and Players: Participation in the EXTRA program requires higher level of commitment from both parents and players. The EXTRA program demands more time and commitment and needs to be the player's primary sport commitment. Players who participate in the EXTRA program cannot play in another competitive soccer program (i.e. Club) or Core. Your attendance at all team functions (practices, games, tournament, and other events) is not only expected, but it is critical to a successful season.

Fall 2023-2024 Age Matrix

Coach eligibility (coach and assistant coach)
Coaches participating in EXTRA should be of excellent character. At a minimum, EXTRA Coaches and Assistant Coaches must:

1. Have a current volunteer application and background eligible on file at the National Office.
2. At least 3 years coaching experience with AYSO, preferably in Region 54.
3. Be Safe Haven and concussion certified
4. Must have completed the AYSO coaching certification equal to the age group you are applying for.
5. Must have at least a Regional Referee Certification.
6. Provide at least a 1-year commitment to the program (Aug 2023-July 2024).
7. Attend required coaches meetings and evaluation events.
8. Be in good standing with the Region, Area, Section and AYSO.
9. Be approved by the Region Board of Directors.
10. Be evaluated and renewed each membership year. 

Required coaching certifications

Coaches must have completed the minimum training levels below:

1. U-9/10: U-12 Coach Certified
2. U-11/12: Intermediate Coach Certified
3. U-13/14: Advanced Coach Certified
4.  U-16: National Coach Certified (Recommended) 

Regional Commissioner:  Veronica Janecky  [email protected]