TOPPS - Official Partner of AYSO

Topps is now The Official Trading Card of AYSO!

AYSO is thrilled to announce a new partnership that brings even more fun and inspiration to the game we all love!

This exciting partnership is designed to spark a new passion in our young athletes—soccer card collecting! Through this collaboration, Topps will be providing AYSO Regions with the opportunity to receive free packs of official Topps Soccer Trading Cards, helping players connect to the sport in a whole new way.

We’re proud to partner with Topps to bring even more joy, connection, and excitement to the AYSO experience. Stay tuned for more details and rollout updates!

Round 1 - Region Sample Pack Distribution

The TOPPS trading card sample packs have been shipped, and we can’t wait to see what you’ve got!

Whether your players are just starting their collection or adding to it, we’re excited to see your Region join the fun! To highlight our national partnership and Region sponsor opportunities for AYSO players and families, let’s capture and share the excitement of fall season with TOPPS.

Capture & Share the Moment at your Region event!

Post an Instagram carousel with a Region x TOPPS Graphic! Download Image

• Create Region Instagram Account (Instructions Below)
• Capture content of players and parents opening the card packs, trading cards, and fall season excitement!
• Request parents to share images/videos and tag your Region, @ayso_soccer, and @TOPPS
• Post an Instagram carousel with a TOPPS x AYSO Region Graphic! Download Graphic
  • How to create an Instagram carousel post - use the TOPPS graphic as the first photo (4:5 format) and add the photos of the event!

• Connect to your Region’s Facebook Page, so posts can cross-post!

AYSO Region Instagram Setup Instructions

Prepare Before Creating the Page:

• Official Email – Use your Region’s official email (not a personal one) for long-term access.
  • Google workspace email: info@aysoXXX.org or info@CityNameAYSO.org
• Profile Photo – Region Logo
• Bio
  • Youth Soccer in City Name | Ages 4–18
  • ⚽ Part of @AYSO_Soccer #EveryonePlays
  • [Insert Region website/registration link] How to add link to IG Profile
• Admins – Decide who will manage the account (Regional Commissioner, Marketing/Social Media Coordinator, etc.).
• Hashtags to Use – #AYSORegionNumber #CityNameAYSO #AYSO #YouthSoccer

Create the Account

1. Download the Instagram app.
   1. IOS
   2. Google Play
2. Tap Sign Up with Email
3. Enter Username
   1. CityNameAYSO, AYSORegionNumber, RegionNameAYSO
   2. Ex. Region 8035: @WesternQueensAYSO.
4. Set a strong password (share with 2+ admins).
5. After creating, go to Settings → Account → Switch to Professional Account.
6. Choose Category: Nonprofit Organization / Sports League.
7. Connect to your Region’s Facebook Page, so posts can cross-post!