American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) EPIC Program – was VIP program
What is AYSO EPIC?
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 ultimate goal of the AYSO VIP Program is to provide a holistic AYSO experience for players, families, and volunteers, from team uniforms, to playing on a team, to cheering from the sidelines, for all participants.
What is an EPIC Buddy?
VIP Buddies assist during the games in which players learn soccer while meeting new friends, having fun and increasing skills and self-esteem. Players and their families, along with our volunteers, enjoy the complete AYSO experience – team uniforms, scoring goals, cheering from the sidelines, and beyond! The vision of the AYSO VIP Program is to create teams in every AYSO Region to maximize opportunities for VIP player participation.
VIP & How it Relates to AYSO’s Six Philosophies
The AYSO VIP Program is designed to give children and adults a soccer experience that incorporates the six AYSO Philosophies:
Everyone Plays: In VIP, Everyone Plays without regard for their disability.
Balanced Teams: Teams are created to maximize opportunities for player participation in age-appropriate groups for maximum player safety and experience.
Open Registration: The VIP Program is open for all athletes with disabilities from ages 4-99. There are no try-outs, and allplayers are welcome.
Positive Coaching: Players’ efforts are recognized and encouraged toward achieving their personal goals. The use of VIP Buddies may support players during the game and create an additional element of positive coaching and support.
Player Development: Players are afforded opportunities to play the ball helping them to build on previously learned skills. Family members are involved in learning soccer fundamentals to support the development of their players. Players are encouraged to participate in physical movement at their individual level to help them maximize their physicality.
Good Sportsmanship: Players learn the importance of teamwork and fair play by recognizing and celebrating the efforts of all team members. Family members are also encouraged to model good sportsmanship by cheering from the sidelines for all players.
LOCATIONS NEAR 95126
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REGION 1631 http://www.ayso1631.org
San Jose CA 95113
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REGION 64 http://www.ayso64.org
3381 Tracy Dr
Santa Clara CA 95051
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REGION 35 http://www.ayso35.org
Stevens Crk Field
Cupertino CA 95014
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REGION 44 http://www.ayso44.org
811 Henderson Ave
Sunnyvale CA 94086
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REGION 27 http://www.ayso27.org
PO Box 2933
Saratoga CA 95070
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REGION 45 https://ayso45.org/
PO Box 4252
Mt. View CA 94040
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