AYSO Extra is a PROGRESSIVE PLAYER PROGRAM designed to provide a more challenging level of soccer for AYSO players who have the interest, skills and abilities. It enhances that player's experience and individual growth through soccer while retaining the spirit of and organization membership in AYSO. Extra is not designed to overshadow or harm the standard primary program - rather the goal is to strengthen AYSO by recruiting and retaining players and volunteers through providing more competitive play the AYSO way - all Extra programs embrace the Six Philosophies of AYSO.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Extra?
AYSO Extra is a competitive soccer program designed to provide a 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 while retaining the spirit and organization of AYSO. Teams in the Extra program compete against teams from Regions throughout the Willamette Valley and Coastal Regions.
When are Tryouts for Extra?
The tryout dates and times for Extra can be found on our Teams are formed just a few weeks after tryouts.
When is the Extra Season?
The Extra season typically begins in August and runs through January. The Extra post-season begins in January and will typically run through May or June, depending on the tournaments a team applies for.
How Does Extra Compare to Club?
Both AYSO Extra and Club are competitive soccer programs targeting players that have a stronger desire and ability to play the great game of soccer. However, AYSO Extra focuses on the development of players in a competitive (but not a cut-throat) environment. All players in the AYSO Extra program will play at least 1/2 of every game. We believe the game is the best teacher, and no child should have to earn playing time.
“The best teacher of the game of soccer is the game itself; guaranteed playing time is what makes AYSO Extra such a great program for young soccer players.”
– Tim Ward – Head Coach, Pepperdine University Women’s Soccer Team
What is the Quality of Coaching/Training in the Extra Program?
All Extra coaches possess either an AYSO Intermediate, Advanced or National Certification. All of our coaches go through additional training and education to keep their skills and knowledge of the game up to date. As well, professional trainers can also be used to work with the teams/players to further develop and enhance their skills. These sessions focus on technical and tactical development of all players, as well as keeper training for those players who play that position.
What are the Costs Associated with Extra?
Registration fees for the full year for AYSO Extra are approximately $120. This includes, 2 Uniform Kits, 1 OYSA Sanctioned Tournament, all league games in the Fall and Spring seasons and professional skills training. Typically, Club programs cost between $800 - $3,000 per year.
How are Costs so Low?
Each Extra team will be responsible for volunteering a few times for the region during the year to earn money to pay for tournaments or anything else the team might need. In addition, referees are all in house and so refs are needed for home games and tournaments.
How Many Tournaments do Extra Teams Participate In?
There is no limit, but most teams play at least one OYSA Sanctioned Tournament. Click Here
What is the Season Game Schedule Like for Extra?
The game schedule is very similar to that of the regular Fall and Spring seasons with around 8 games per season usually on Saturdays. The only difference is that Extra plays half of their games Away in other regions around the Willamette Valley and the other half in Lebanon and Albany.
Will Extra Team Players Have Fall or Spring Team Conflicts?
No. All schedules will prioritize the EXTRA Games to be in the later afternoons and will schedule the Core Games earlier in the day to accommodate your Core games.
Can an Extra player play on a Fall or Spring Core Team?
*U12 - is required to play on a Core team
*MS and Above - Can play on EXTRA team only but must sign up as a Youth Referee for the Region. *If you player does not want to Referee, you must register for a Core team.
Who can I contact if I have a question about Extra?
You can reach the Region 870 Extra Coordinator by emailing [email protected]
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