Hopkins / Dorr, Michigan American Youth Soccer Organization
Hopkins / Dorr AYSO Program Information:
Section ID: 8 Area ID: B Region ID: 1350
Today is: ... Get out and play!
AYSO's Six Philosophies
AYSO's philosophies are living tenets that separate it from other sports organizations. They are Everyone Plays®, Balanced Teams, Open Registration, Positive Coaching, Good Sportsmanship and Player Development.Everyone Plays®
Our program's goal is for kids to play soccer so we mandate that every player on every team must play at least 50% of every game. It’s no fun to spend the game on the bench…and that’s no way to learn soccer!
Balanced Teams
Each year we form new teams as evenly balanced as possible because it’s more fun and a better learning experience when teams of similar ability play. It allows for each player to gain the experience of a wide variety of teammates of different skill levels.
Open Registration
Our program is open to all children between 4 and 19 years of age who want to register and play soccer. Interest and enthusiasm are the only criteria for playing. There are no elimination try-outs and nobody gets cut.
Positive Coaching
Encouragement of player effort provides for greater enjoyment for the players and leads to better-skilled and better-motivated players. A coach can be one of the most influential people in a child’s life, so AYSO requires they create a positive experience for every boy and girl.
Good Sportsmanship
We strive to create a positive environment based on mutual respect rather than a win-at-all-costs attitude, and our program is designed to instill good sportsmanship in every facet of AYSO.
Player Development
We believe that all players should be able to develop their soccer skills and knowledge to the best of their abilities, both individually and as members of a team, in order to maximize their enjoyment of the game.
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* AYSO VIP Program
Wayland AYSO, in cooperation with AYSO Regions 277(Middleville), 675 (Caledonia, Dutton), and 1196 (Hastings) is proud to offer VIP program for aspiring soccer players with disabilities. This is a very rewarding program for not only the players, but those who work with them. For more information check out waylandayso.com or middlevilleayso.org .
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Jeff Smit (Field Coordinator) has a box for used shin guards, cleats, etc. so you can donate your used items and/or see if there is something you can use. You can contact him at jeffsmit@hopkinsayso.com .
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EVENTS:
MEDAL PRESENTATION / ICE CREAM SOCIAL FRIDAY, MAY 11, 2012 6:30 P.M. AT THE HOPKINS FIRE BARN. Rain or shine. Bring lawn chairs or blankets to sit on.
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*See the Parent / Coach Resources page for links to helpful soccer information including maps for away games.
*Important Info.....AYSO is an all volunteer organization. Check out the AYSO Volunteers tab to find more information. Our philosophy is "Everyone helps, Everyone plays". We rely on the support of our community to put on a premier program. We need your help! Please consider volunteering. No previous soccer experience necessary.
Sign up to volunteer on eayso.org site and send two signed copies of your volunteer forms and copy of your drivers license to Child and Volunteer Protection Advocate, Ray Hoffman. His address is on the Parent/Coach page. You can contact him at rayhoffman@hopkinsayso.com.
To print an ADULT VOLUNTEER or YOUTH VOLUNTEER APPLICATION go to Volunteer and scroll down towards the middle of the page.
IF YOU SEE A COACH, REFEREE, OR OTHER AYSO VOLUNTEER, REMEMBER TO THANK THEM FOR THEIR TIME!
