Tryouts for the 2021 AYSO EXTRA Season are coming!

Before registering for an EXTRA tryout, it is important that you
know what our program is about and
the level of commitment expected of both the player and the parents/guardians. 
Regular attendance and participation is required for practice and games.
It's also important for players and family members to understand the importance of good sportsmanship while representing Ventura AYSO at all EXTRA events.   

WHAT IS AYSO EXTRA? AYSO EXTRA offers a more competitive level of soccer than the AYSO Core program. Designed to offer players that poses the appropriate level of interest, skill,  abilities and work ethic the AYSO EXTRA program provides a more challenging level of play.  Our goal is to promote a positive experience and enhance individual growth while retaining the spirit and organization that makes AYSO great.

Why is AYSO EXTRA a better option than club soccer for competitive players? AYSO volunteers are committed to promoting a fun and safe environment while building a love for the great sport of soccer.  We're not in it for the money!  We do not pay EXTRA Coaches or Referees. Positive Coaching – The benefit of AYSO's well-trained certified, experienced and knowledgeable coaches who are positive, instructive and encouraging with the players. To help players better develop their technical skills, tactical abilities and fitness. Player Development – setting a clear path to help players achieve realistic goals and realize their potential while having fun and learning the game of soccer.  Small-side games – fewer players on the field provide more touches for all players involved. Everyone Plays (1/2 play or equal play mandate) – no one sits on the bench!  Low Cost – registration fee is 50% - 80% less than the cost of a club program.   Quality Referees – well-trained who are mindful of player safety and who referee for the love of the game, not a paycheck.

Where and Who do the teams play? Teams compete against other EXTRA programs from different regions for the regular season.  Qualifying teams Section Championship Tournament. Games are held on Saturdays and Sundays with teams playing 50% of their games on our home fields therefore some travel is required. The teams we play include the cities around Ventura, Thousand Oaks, Woodland Hills, Valencia and Bakersfield.

IS AYSO EXTRA the right fit for our family?

Players should ask themselves the following questions.

Q:  Am I willing to make a committment to my team? Attend all practices and games. Show up on time, dressed appropriately and with the proper equipment and attitude. Work hard and do my best at practice and at games.   Practice/condition at home on the days we don't have practice.

Q:  Can I be a true team player? Listen to my coaches. Be kind and support my teammates. Give up or shate the ball when needed.  Understand that it's not about how many goals I score.

Q:  Can I be a good representative for Ventura AYSO Region 39? Follow the laws of the game. Refrain from using foul language and fighting Exercise good sportsmanship, respect my oponents, game officials, and my coaches.

Parents should ask themselves the following questions.

Q:  Is our family able to make the commitment that is required? Getting up early and driving long distance. Getting my child to practices and games multiple days per week, on time. Help ensure that my child is prepare and has the necessary equipment for practices and games. Encourage my child to continually do their best and work hard not only at the field but at home as well.

Q:  Can I be a good role model and representative for Ventura AYSO Region 39? Support my child's coach even if I don't always agree with his/her decissions. Respect game officials, their calls and their decissions. Respect league admistrators at both the home fields as well as the aways fields. I will refrain from using using profanity or foul language. I will be a model of good sportsmanship and support not only my child's team but the oposing team as well.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT TRYOUTS

Players must be registered online to attend the EXTRA tryout. EXTRA registration closes May 31 No registrations will be done at the field the day of the tryout.   No fees are paid to tryout. Arrive on time and check in.

Please note: Not all players will make an EXTRA team.  If your child does not make an EXTRA team we invite you to register for our Core Program where all children are able to play.

HOW MUCH DOES EXTRA COST?  Registration Fee: $325 per player National AYSO Membership Fee:  $20 Registration Processing Fee: $2.75 Fees include the cost of two uniforms (home & away) Pre and post season tournament play.  Additional tournament fees may apply throughtout the year.  The number of tournaments will vary per team.  Tournament fees will vary. WHEN DOES THE SEASON BEGIN? Games will begin mid to late August however practice starts July 1. The regular season ends late November.   To Find out More Contact  [email protected]