We are hoping to return to our normal mode of operation for our Rivertowns AYSO Core Program (recreational soccer) in Fall 2021 and Spring 2022. To do so, we need volunteers! In organizations like AYSO and the Little League, volunteers are the lifeblood of the programs. Each age level needs its own parent volunteers to make that age level the best it can be. Training is provided. Please do your part help bring the joy of soccer to kids in our community!
Fall 2022/Spring 2023 Recreations Soccer Program Summary
4U/5U/6U players (PreK and K)
-- Meet 1X per weekend on Saturday or Sunday for 60 minutes - for a practice session.
-- In assigned groups (not on teams, no formal games).
-- Volunteers needed: division coordinators (DCs -- to liaise with the NYCFC coaches and communicate with the parents).
-- NYCFC coaches will call on parents from the sidelines to help as needed.
7U and 8U players (first grade and second grade)
-- Meet 1X per weekend on Saturday or Sunday for 90 minutes - 45 minutes of practice, then a 45-minute game against another team.
-- On assigned teams
-- Teams led NYCFC coaches
-- Volunteers needed: division coordinators (DCs -- to recruit coaches, create teams, and set up the practice and game schedules).
-- NYCFC coaches will call on parents from the sidelines to help as needed.
10U/12U/14U players
-- Meet 2X per weekend -- Saturdays for practices, Sundays for games.
-- On assigned teams
-- NYCFC coaches provide curriculum and work with parent coaches to run the practices together, games are led by volunteer parent coaches.
-- Volunteers needed: parent coaches and division coordinators (DCs -- to recruit coaches, create teams, and set up the practice and game schedules).
19U players
-- Meet 2X per weekend -- Saturdays for practices, Sundays for games.
-- On assigned team, practices and games are led by volunteer parent coaches.
-- Volunteers needed: parent coaches and division coordinators (DCs -- to recruit coaches, create teams, and set up the practice and game schedules).
VIP (Special Needs) Players
- Meet 1X per weekend, on Sundays, for fall season only, for a 60-minute session that combines practice and game.
- Lead by volunteer parent coaches, with volunteer buddies assisting the players as needed.
-- Volunteers needed: parent coaches to lead the sessions, buddies (HS students), and division coordinator
Volunteer Parent Coach
>> Before season start, attend AYSO coach training for your age level and a local orientation meeting.
>> During the season, coach your team's Saturday practices alongside the NYCFC coach and lead your Sunday games.
>> Weekly training curriculum provided by NYCFC youth programs.
Division Coordinator (DC)
>> Before season start, attend AYSO training for coordinators and a local orientation meeting.
>> For PreK and K groups, DCs liaise with the NYCFC coaches and communicate with parents.
>> For 1st grade and older groups, DCs recruit coaches, create teams, create practice and game schedules, and communicate with parents.
>> Use the AYSO system to take care of many tasks.
Referee
>> Before season start, attend AYSO coach training for your age level and a local orientation meeting.
>> During the season, officiate at your player's Sunday games.
VIP Buddy
- Attend VIP session each Sunday (60 minutes).
- Work closely with a player to support them as they develop skills and have fun.
Some of the possible benefits of volunteering
>> Connect directly with your child and their peers to create a meaningful experience and lifelong memories.
>> Coveted "friend request" for your player.
>> End-of-season volunteer night out (fingers crossed).
>> Rivertowns AYSO shirt.
>> Appreciation from players and parents.
>> An assist when needed from a local network of experienced volunteers.
>> Feeling great because you are bringing the joy of soccer to kids in your community!