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What is AYSO EPIC? |
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AYSO EPIC stands for '''Everyone Plays In our Community'''. |
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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. |
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The goal of EPIC is to provide a complete AYSO experience for players, families, and volunteers. |
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EPIC was formerly known as VIP. |
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EPIC at a Glance |
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<div style="font-size:24px; font-weight:700; color:#0a1f3b; margin-bottom:14px;">Inclusive Play</div> |
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Provides soccer opportunities for athletes with disabilities. |
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<div style="font-size:24px; font-weight:700; color:#0a1f3b; margin-bottom:14px;">Player Support</div> |
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Players may receive support from EPIC Buddies and trained volunteers. |
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<div style="font-size:24px; font-weight:700; color:#0a1f3b; margin-bottom:14px;">Community First</div> |
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Focus on belonging, inclusion, and the full AYSO experience. |
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What is an EPIC Buddy? |
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EPIC Buddies assist players during games and activities, helping them build skills, confidence, and friendships. |
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Buddies may help players stay engaged, participate safely, and enjoy the soccer experience alongside their teammates. |
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EPIC Goals and Objectives |
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EPIC is designed to help players enjoy soccer, build confidence, learn the game, and feel connected to their team and community. |
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EPIC programs should support players by helping them: |
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* Have fun playing soccer through games, positive instruction, and flexible pacing |
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* Learn the fundamentals of the game through repeated opportunities to play the ball |
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* Build teamwork and fair play through practices, games, uniforms, and team activities |
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* Increase self-esteem through realistic individual goals and encouragement |
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* Become more active and physically fit through participation at their own level |
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* Meet new people and develop positive relationships with teammates, buddies, families, and volunteers |
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Volunteer Training |
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Volunteers working directly with EPIC players should be trained before the season begins. |
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Training helps reduce risk, supports a positive player experience, and gives volunteers the tools needed to serve players well. |
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Volunteer training may include: |
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* EPIC Volunteer Training before the season begins |
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* Safe Haven training |
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* Age-appropriate AYSO coach training for EPIC coaches |
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* Referee support or guidance for EPIC games |
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* EPIC Buddy Training for buddies assisting players on the field |
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EPIC coaches should complete EPIC Volunteer Training and appropriate AYSO coaching courses. At minimum, EPIC coaches should complete the 6U Coaching Course and use the EPIC Coach Manual. |
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Buddies should receive training appropriate to their role before assisting players on the field. Buddies over the age of 12 must complete AYSO Safe Haven. |
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EPIC and AYSO’s Six Philosophies |
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EPIC is built around AYSO’s Six Philosophies and adapts the soccer experience to support each player. |
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'''Everyone Plays®'''<br> |
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Every player participates without regard to disability. |
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'''Balanced Teams'''<br> |
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Teams are created to maximize participation, safety, and experience. |
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'''Open Registration'''<br> |
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EPIC is open to athletes with disabilities from ages 4–99. |
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'''Positive Coaching'''<br> |
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Players are encouraged and supported as they work toward personal goals. |
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'''Player Development'''<br> |
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Players build skills, confidence, movement, and understanding at their own level. |
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'''Good Sportsmanship'''<br> |
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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. |
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Programs should be designed to provide a safe, supportive, and joyful soccer experience for every participant. |
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Resources and Tools |
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[[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;">Tips for Running an EPIC Program</span>]] |
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[[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>]] |
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[[Media:EPIC Checklist.pdf|<span style="color:white; font-size:17px; font-weight:bold;">EPIC Checklist for EPIC Administrator and Regional Commissioner</span>]] |
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[[Media:EPIC Buddy Information Form.pdf|<span style="color:white; font-size:17px; font-weight:bold;">Sample EPIC Buddy Information Form</span>]] |
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[[Media:EPIC Player Information Form.pdf|<span style="color:white; font-size:17px; font-weight:bold;">Sample Player Information Form</span>]] |
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[[Category:Programs]] |
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[[Category:EPIC]] |
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