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2024 Youth Mentorship Program Rules & Regulations

2023-2024 Youth Mentorship Program Rules & Regulations

The AYSO 232 Youth Mentorship Program is a soccer training program for youth enthusiasts between 11 and 18 years old in Verde Valley Region. The goal of this program is to provide a platform for young players to learn from and be mentored by experienced soccer players while also providing assistance to less experienced soccer coaches.

1. Eligibility

To be eligible to participate in the AYSO 232 Youth Mentorship Program, the mentor must be between the ages of 11-17 years old.  All participants must complete the SafeHaven and Concussion Awareness Classes on the AYSOU area of the website.  (Located in the Volunteer Screen of your account)

2. Schedule

Participants can referee games on Saturdays.  Youth Mentors may mentor at practices during week days bet3ween 4:30pm and 6:30pm, depending on the coaches selected practice times.  
Practice times are set by the coach and have designated times between 4:30 and 6:30pm.

3. Training Curriculum

Participants must complete Safe Haven and Concussion Training. 

4. General Requirements

See program summary.

5. Recognition

It is important to note that while incentives are offered, mentorship in this program should primarily be driven by a passion for soccer, a willingness to learn, and a desire to positively impact the future of youth soccer in the Verde Valley region. Overall, the AYSO 232 Youth Mentorship Program provides a supportive and motivating environment for mentors to develop their skills and leadership abilities.

a. End of year trip to watch the Phoenix Rising Soccer Team in Phoenix

b. Pizza before the game

c. Pre and post-game experience with Phoenix Rising Team Warm Up

d. Group post-game picture with other mentors

e. Letter of recognition for community support and outstanding leadership

f. Monetary compensation in accordance with the program summary. 

6. Code of Conduct

All participants in the AYSO 232 Youth Mentorship Program are expected to adhere to the highest standards of conduct. The Code of Conduct includes the following:

a. Zero tolerance for bullying, discrimination or any form of harassment

b. Respect for coaches, mentors, and fellow players

c. Positive attitude at all times, whether on or off the field

d. Respectful treatment of equipment and facility

e. Adherence to health and safety guidelines at all times

7. Termination

The AYSO 232 Youth Mentorship Program reserves the right to terminate the program for any participant who violates the Code of Conduct or fails to adhere to the program requirements.

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This means registered volunteers run the local AYSO programs all over the country. Additionally, our National Board of Directors, National President, as well as every coach, referee, and Regional Commissioner – the list goes on – is a volunteer.
Due to the thousands of volunteers throughout the U.S. donating their time every season, AYSO is as successful and far-reaching as it is today.

AYSO’s grassroots programs begin with a community-based league, called a Region. A Region can range in size from less than a hundred players to several thousand. Each Region is run by a volunteer Regional Commissioner and a volunteer Regional Board. Without a Regional Board including several key and required duties a Region is unable to provide a youth soccer programs of any kind.

AYSO Region 232 is based out of Camp Verde and has been providing a Recreation Soccer Program aka Core Program since it was first established in the 1980s. Today the yearly program averages 100-150 volunteers and 700-850 players spread across the Verde Valley. Region 232 currently provides soccer to Camp Verde, Cottonwood, Clarkdale, Sedona, Cornville, Rimrock, VOC, and other surrounding unincorporated areas.

For questions related to becoming a Regional Board member, please reach out to [email protected] or visit ayso232.org to explore open board positions we are actively recruiting for.

To learn more about the different AYSO volunteer options, click here.

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Spring Break Player & Coaches Camp

Spring Break Coaches Clinic

AYSO Region 232 is partnering with Challenger Sports to provide a dual camp for players and coaches.

When: March 16th-19th (3:00 PM - 6:00 PM) March 20th (3:00 PM - 7:15 PM)
Where: Riverfront Park - Adult Softball Complex - 1284 E Riverfront Rd Cottonwood, AZ 86326

The players camp will be hosted by Challenger Sports and players must be registered HERE to participate.

The Coaches Camp will provide training and education by trained and certified AYSO volunteers. Coaches and Parents are encouraged to attend each session.
  • Monday March 16th - 3:15 PM to 6:00 PM
  • Laws of the Game - Learning the 17 Laws of the Game matters in youth soccer because they create safety, fairness, confidence, and a shared language for everyone on the field—players, coaches, referees, and parents. At the youth level, these laws aren’t about turning kids into rule experts; they’re about giving them the structure they need to play freely, safely, and with joy.
  • Tuesday March 17th - 3:15 PM to 6:00 PM
  • U6 and U8 Coaching - AYSO’s U6 and U8 coach training is designed to teach coaches how to build joyful, safe, age‑appropriate soccer experiences that focus on development over competition
  • Wednesday March 18th - 3:15 to 6:00 PM
  • U10 Coaching - AYSO U10 coaching instruction teaches coaches how to guide players through one of the biggest developmental leaps in youth soccer: moving from “me and the ball” to true small‑team soccer with decisions, spacing, and early tactical awareness. It’s the age where the game starts to look like soccer, and AYSO’s curriculum is built to help coaches nurture that transition with structure, positivity, and age‑appropriate expectations.
  • Thursday March 19th - 3:15 to 6:00 PM
  • U12 Coaching - U12 coaching in AYSO is where the game truly begins to open up for players. Kids at this age are ready for more complexity, more responsibility, and more authentic soccer experiences—but still within a development‑first, positive, age‑appropriate framework. The U12 coach course is designed to help coaches guide players through this transition with structure, clarity, and encouragement.
  • Friday March 20th - 3:15 PM to 7:15 PM
  • Referee Training and Certification - Pre-requisite course is found on AYSOU. All are welcome to attend this training. Those that complete the pre-requisite course online and this in-person course are eligible to complete the certification. AYSO Referees certified Intermediate Referee and above can cross-certify to USSF to be eligible to officiate US Soccer club games. Similarly, USSF certified officials can cross-certify to AYSO.

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Registration closes on 03/20/2026 at 11:59 PM
Season Dates: 02/11/2026 to 03/21/2026
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