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The mission of the AYSO EPIC Program is to provide athletes with disabilities the additional support they need to fully participate in a quality soccer experience.
The mission of the AYSO EPIC Program is to provide athletes with disabilities the additional support they need to fully participate in a quality soccer experience.


The goal of EPIC is to provide a complete AYSO experience for players, families, and volunteers, including team uniforms, playing on a team, cheering from the sidelines, and being part of the soccer community.
The goal of EPIC is to provide a complete AYSO experience for players, families, and volunteers.


EPIC was formerly known as VIP.
EPIC was formerly known as VIP.
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EPIC at a Glance
EPIC at a Glance
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'''Inclusive Play'''<br>
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EPIC creates soccer opportunities for athletes with disabilities.
Provides soccer opportunities for athletes with disabilities.


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'''Player Support'''<br>
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Players may receive additional support from EPIC Buddies and volunteers.
Players may receive support from EPIC Buddies.


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'''Community First'''<br>
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Families, volunteers, and players share the full AYSO experience together.
Focus on belonging, inclusion, and experience.
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What is an EPIC Buddy?
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EPIC Buddies assist players during games and activities, helping them learn soccer, meet new friends, build skills, and increase confidence.
EPIC Buddies assist players during games and activities, helping them build skills, confidence, and friendships.


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Buddies may provide support on the field, help players stay engaged, and encourage participation in a positive and safe environment.
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EPIC and AYSO’s Six Philosophies
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EPIC programs are locally operated and designed to meet the needs of their players and community.
EPIC is built around AYSO’s Six Philosophies and adapts the soccer experience to support each player.


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'''Everyone Plays®'''<br>
Every player participates without regard to disability.

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'''Balanced Teams'''<br>
Teams are created to maximize participation, safety, and experience.

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'''Open Registration'''<br>
EPIC is open to athletes with disabilities from ages 4–99.
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'''Positive Coaching'''<br>
Players are encouraged and supported as they work toward personal goals.

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'''Player Development'''<br>
Players build skills, confidence, movement, and understanding at their own level.

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'''Good Sportsmanship'''<br>
Players, families, volunteers, and buddies celebrate effort and teamwork.
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Program Structure
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The vision of the AYSO EPIC Program is to create teams in every AYSO Region to maximize opportunities for EPIC player participation.
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EPIC programs may vary locally based on player needs, volunteer support, field availability, and community structure.

Programs should be designed to provide a safe, supportive, and joyful soccer experience for every participant.

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[[Creating a New Program - EPIC|<span style="color:white; font-size:17px; font-weight:bold;">Creating a New Program</span>]]
[[Creating a New Program - EPIC|<span style="color:white; font-size:17px; font-weight:bold;">Creating a New Program</span>]]
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[[EPIC: Running an EPIC Program|<span style="color:white; font-size:17px; font-weight:bold;">Running an EPIC Program</span>]]
[[EPIC: Running an EPIC Program|<span style="color:white; font-size:17px; font-weight:bold;">Running an EPIC Program</span>]]
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[[EPIC: Volunteer Training|<span style="color:white; font-size:17px; font-weight:bold;">Volunteer Training</span>]]
[[EPIC: Volunteer Training|<span style="color:white; font-size:17px; font-weight:bold;">Volunteer Training</span>]]
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[[EPIC: Roles & Responsibilities|<span style="color:white; font-size:17px; font-weight:bold;">Roles & Responsibilities</span>]]
[[EPIC: Roles & Responsibilities|<span style="color:white; font-size:17px; font-weight:bold;">Roles & Responsibilities</span>]]
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[[EPIC: Gameday Guidelines|<span style="color:white; font-size:17px; font-weight:bold;">Gameday Guidelines</span>]]
[[Media:EPIC Checklist.pdf|<span style="color:white; font-size:17px; font-weight:bold;">Checklist</span>]]
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[[EPIC Goals & Objectives|<span style="color:white; font-size:17px; font-weight:bold;">Goals & Objectives</span>]]
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[[Media:EPIC Player Information Form.pdf|<span style="color:white; font-size:17px; font-weight:bold;">Player Form</span>]]
Useful PDFs
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[[EPIC Goals & Objectives|<span style="color:white; font-size:17px; font-weight:bold;">Goals & Objectives</span>]]
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[[Media:EPIC Player Information Form.pdf|<span style="color:white; font-size:17px; font-weight:bold;">Player Information Form</span>]]
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Revision as of 09:20, 30 April 2026


What is AYSO EPIC?

AYSO EPIC stands for Everyone Plays In our Community.

The mission of the AYSO EPIC Program is to provide athletes with disabilities the additional support they need to fully participate in a quality soccer experience.

The goal of EPIC is to provide a complete AYSO experience for players, families, and volunteers.

EPIC was formerly known as VIP.

EPIC at a Glance

Inclusive Play
Provides soccer opportunities for athletes with disabilities.

Player Support
Players may receive support from EPIC Buddies.

Community First
Focus on belonging, inclusion, and experience.

What is an EPIC Buddy?

EPIC Buddies assist players during games and activities, helping them build skills, confidence, and friendships.

Program Structure

EPIC programs are locally operated and designed to meet the needs of their players and community.

Resources and Tools
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