| Download Parent Handbook Updated for 2006 Sparks, Region-166 was piloted in 1977 and established in 1978. During the 2002 season we had approx. 1500 players between the indoor and outdoor programs. Our Mission is to operate a soccer program for young people to learn to develop a positive self image, self confidence and other positive character traits through their interest and participation in soccer based on the philosophy of the five tenets of AYSO:  | Everyone Plays - Our goal is for kids to play soccer; so we mandate that every player on every team must play at least 3/4 of every game. | | Balanced Teams - At the start of each season we form teams as evenly balanced as possible because it is fair and more fun when teams of equal ability play. | | Open Registration - Our program is open to all children between 4 1/2 and 18 years of age that want to register and play soccer in our program. Interest and enthusiasm are the only criteria for playing. | | Positive coaching - Winning kids are built up, not torn down! We train and encourage our coaches to make the extra effort to understand and offer positive help to our players, rather than negative criticism. | | Good Sportsmanship - We strive to create a positive environment based on mutual respect, rather than a win-at-all cost attitude, and our program is designed to instill good sportsmanship in every facet of AYSO. |
AYSO is committed to safe ,fair and fun soccer. Most importantly, we believe that soccer should be fun for everyone involved. After all, since AYSO is an all volunteer organization, we should all be having fun and enjoying ourselves! Standard Regional Guidelines The purpose of the guidelines is to regulate the affairs of this region. Our guidelines have been adopted pursuant to section 1.04 of the National Bylaws of the American Youth Soccer Organization and are subject to such bylaws, the articles of incorporation of AYSO, the AYSO National and Section Rules & Regulations, the Area Guidelines and the Policies adopted from time to time by the AYSO National Board of Directors. Copies of which are available upon request. | 
