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What is AYSO EXTRA?
What is AYSO EPIC?
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AYSO EPIC stands for '''Everyone Plays In our Community'''.
AYSO EXTRA is an AYSO competitive program that provides players with a higher level of play while remaining fully within AYSO.


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.
Teams are formed through open tryouts and compete against other AYSO EXTRA teams.


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.
EXTRA is designed for players seeking stronger competition while continuing to follow AYSO’s Vision, Mission, Six Philosophies, and player-first standards.


EPIC was formerly known as VIP.
EXTRA should be used first where an EXTRA program is available and viable.


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EXTRA at a Glance
EPIC at a Glance
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<div style="font-size:24px; font-weight:700; color:#0a1f3b; margin-bottom:14px;">Inclusive Play</div>
EPIC creates soccer opportunities for athletes with disabilities.
Teams are formed through open tryouts for players seeking higher competition.


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Players may receive additional support from EPIC Buddies and volunteers.
Teams compete against other AYSO EXTRA teams within an AYSO playing circuit.


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Families, volunteers, and players share the full AYSO experience together.
EXTRA teams follow AYSO’s Six Philosophies and player-first standards.
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What is an EPIC Buddy?
EXTRA Compared to Core
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EPIC Buddies assist players during games and activities, helping them learn soccer, meet new friends, build skills, and increase confidence.
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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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AYSO Core
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• Open registration for all players<br>
• Standard recreational playing circuit<br>
• Everyone Plays philosophy emphasized<br>
• Focus on development, fun, and access
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AYSO EXTRA
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• Open tryout-based selection<br>
• Internal competitive playing circuit<br>
• Higher level competition within AYSO<br>
• Still follows AYSO’s Six Philosophies
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EPIC and AYSO’s Six Philosophies
Player Eligibility
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EPIC is built around AYSO’s Six Philosophies and adapts the soccer experience to support each player.
EXTRA teams are formed through '''open tryouts'''.


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Tryout dates vary based on local program needs and AYSO program rules.
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'''Everyone Plays®'''<br>
Every player participates without regard to disability.


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


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* Be registered with AYSO
'''Open Registration'''<br>
* Meet age division requirements
EPIC is open to athletes with disabilities from ages 4–99.
* Attend open tryouts to be considered for selection
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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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The vision of the AYSO EPIC Program is to create teams in every AYSO Region to maximize opportunities for EPIC player participation.
EXTRA may operate at the Region, Area, or Section level depending on local structure, field space, and access to an approved AYSO playing circuit.


EPIC programs may vary locally based on player needs, volunteer support, field availability, and community structure.
Each program must follow the National EXTRA Rules and Guidelines.


Programs should be designed to provide a safe, supportive, and joyful soccer experience for every participant.
EXTRA remains an AYSO program and should support the overall player development pathway.


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Resources and Tools
Program Expectations
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EXTRA programs are expected to operate within AYSO guidelines and support the Primary Program.
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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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Programs should ensure:
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[[EPIC: Running an EPIC Program|<span style="color:white; font-size:17px; font-weight:bold;">Running an EPIC Program</span>]]
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* Open tryouts for player selection
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* Proper AYSO registration
[[EPIC: Volunteer Training|<span style="color:white; font-size:17px; font-weight:bold;">Volunteer Training</span>]]
* Certified and compliant coaches
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* Required player documentation
* Financial accountability and oversight
* Player safety and risk management
* Continued commitment to AYSO’s Six Philosophies


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'''Local procedures may vary.''' Local processes should not be treated as National requirements unless specifically outlined in National guidance.
[[EPIC: Roles & Responsibilities|<span style="color:white; font-size:17px; font-weight:bold;">Roles & Responsibilities</span>]]
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Starting an EXTRA Program
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EXTRA programs are locally operated and must meet National program standards.
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[[EPIC: Gameday Guidelines|<span style="color:white; font-size:17px; font-weight:bold;">Gameday Guidelines</span>]]
Before starting an EXTRA program, Regions, Areas, and Sections should ensure there is player demand, field availability, referee support, and access to an appropriate AYSO playing circuit.

To start an EXTRA program:

# Review the National EXTRA Rules and Guidelines
# Confirm local approval requirements
# Identify an approved AYSO playing circuit
# Confirm field and referee support
# Establish open tryout procedures
# Meet required program standards
# Communicate program expectations to families

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Coach Selection
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EXTRA coaching positions should be posted each year and filled through a local review process.
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[[EPIC Goals & Objectives|<span style="color:white; font-size:17px; font-weight:bold;">Goals & Objectives</span>]]
All EXTRA coaches must:

* Follow AYSO’s Vision, Mission, and Six Philosophies
* Complete annual volunteer registration
* Meet compliance and risk management requirements
* Hold required AYSO coaching certifications
* Represent AYSO professionally on and off the field

Each EXTRA team must have:

* One Head Coach
* One Assistant Coach

A Team Manager is strongly recommended.

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EXTRA Coach License Requirements
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Coaches must meet AYSO certification requirements for the division they are coaching.

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Useful PDFs
Resources and Tools
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[https://ayso1ref.com/nxg <span style="color:white; font-size:17px; font-weight:bold;">National EXTRA Rules and Guidelines</span>]
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[[Media:Extra_open_tryout_handbook.pdf|<span style="color:white; font-size:17px; font-weight:bold;">Open Tryout Handbook</span>]]
[[Media:EPIC Buddy Information Form.pdf|<span style="color:white; font-size:17px; font-weight:bold;">Buddy Information Form</span>]]
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Revision as of 09:16, 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, including team uniforms, playing on a team, cheering from the sidelines, and being part of the soccer community.

EPIC was formerly known as VIP.

EPIC at a Glance

Inclusive Play

EPIC creates soccer opportunities for athletes with disabilities.

Player Support

Players may receive additional support from EPIC Buddies and volunteers.

Community First

Families, volunteers, and players share the full AYSO experience together.

What is an EPIC Buddy?

EPIC Buddies assist players during games and activities, helping them learn soccer, meet new friends, build skills, and increase confidence.

Buddies may provide support on the field, help players stay engaged, and encourage participation in a positive and safe environment.

EPIC and AYSO’s Six Philosophies

EPIC is built around AYSO’s Six Philosophies and adapts the soccer experience to support each player.

Everyone Plays®
Every player participates without regard to disability.

Balanced Teams
Teams are created to maximize participation, safety, and experience.

Open Registration
EPIC is open to athletes with disabilities from ages 4–99.

Positive Coaching
Players are encouraged and supported as they work toward personal goals.

Player Development
Players build skills, confidence, movement, and understanding at their own level.

Good Sportsmanship
Players, families, volunteers, and buddies celebrate effort and teamwork.

Program Structure

The vision of the AYSO EPIC Program is to create teams in every AYSO Region to maximize opportunities for EPIC player participation.

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.

Resources and Tools

Useful PDFs

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