Utica AYSO operates on the support of its volunteers. Our volunteers come from diverse backgrounds, including current players' parents, siblings, grandparents, former players' parents, neighbors, and even players themselves. They generously offer their time to give each child a valuable experience. Some volunteers continue to support the program long after their children have grown out of it.

Being an AYSO volunteer is a family affair, where parents can join their children and teach the importance of community service. Whole families, including parents, siblings, and grandparents, often get involved.

Coaching and officiating are well-known volunteer roles, but there are numerous other ways to support a team or region. Some volunteer positions take only a small amount of time, but they are equally crucial to the children's experience. No matter your availability, there is a volunteer opportunity for you in AYSO. To learn how you can contribute, please contact us @ [email protected]

What is an AYSO volunteer?

A coach, a referee, a registrar, a fundraiser, a field marker, a publicist, a treasurer - many people, all contributing their time and efforts to make AYSO a great program for our soccer-playing kids.

Why does AYSO need volunteers?

AYSO needs volunteers because people power runs AYSO. Volunteers strengthen AYSO by giving their time and energy, their ideas and ideals. Volunteers make AYSO happen.

Who can be an AYSO volunteer?

Almost anyone can volunteer. Moms, dads, sisters, brothers, grandparents, even friends. We need women and men, young, middle-aged and "young at heart" folks. AYSO wants volunteers who want to help make our soccer program a fun experience for kids. 

Everyone plays in AYSO, and everyone has something special to contribute to the program.

• They contribute a special skill or ability.
• They contribute their time.
• They contribute their energy.
• They contribute themselves.

What do AYSO volunteers do?

• They do what is needed to make the program work.
• They coach teams and stuff envelopes.
• They referee games and write checks.
• They line the field and work in the snack bar.
• They put up goals and take down nets.
• They take registrations and raise funds.
• They bandage knees and schedule games.
• They put up posters and take pictures.
• They buy equipment and go to meetings.
• They call meetings and run computer programs.
• They make decisions and make a difference.

How do AYSO volunteers help themselves?

AYSO volunteers gain satisfaction and growth from their experiences. They make new friends. They learn new skills. They develop creativity. They investigate new careers. They enrich their lives.

How do I become an AYSO volunteer?

It's easy. Talk to your child's coach, call our Regional Commissioner or any of the Region's board members. They will be most helpful - and happy - to find the right job for you. [email protected]