(formally referred to as "APP")

Dennis DeSmith
Region 84 Plus Program Director 
PLUS@AYSO84.org

The Plus program was developed for U11 through U14 players with advanced soccer skills. Recognizing the need to offer an AYSO based program for higher caliber players, and to help develop players for high school and college competition, AYSO is providing a program that will provide a higher level of training from more experienced coaches and a higher level of competition for those involved. Players participating in this program will compete against Plus teams from other regions and local area’s during a season lasting from September to December.  Many teams continue in the spring season as Spring Select Competitive teams.

The Plus program requires more travel and commitment, so it may not be right for everyone. This program was designed for serious soccer players and their families and may not be appropriate for strong athletes who compete in many sports. Our recreational program still provides many opportunities for competitive soccer with fewer demands for time and travel.

While many Plus games will be played within Area L (South Orange County), some games or tournaments will be played outside Area L. There also may be occasional Sunday games or double-headers.

Potential players must try-out and be selected to play Plus soccer. The final decision will be made by the coach and additional AYSO staff. The decision is based on soccer skill level, attitude, and player position.

The Plus program provides a team for each age level unlike recreational soccer where two ages are combined in a division. For example, AYSO recreational programs combine ten-year-old players and eleven-year-old players in the Under 12 age group. The Plus program provides a team for Under 11 and a separate team for Under 12. There are also teams for Under 13 and Under 14.

If the Plus program sounds like the right program for your player and family, watch our calendar for try-out information.  Try-outs are generally held in the spring and these teams stay together for one full year.  Registered players who are not selected for the Plus team will be notified and placed on a recreational soccer team within Region 84 for our fall program.   All players placed on a recreational fall team will still have an opportunity to be considered for the winter all-star program and possibly continue into the Spring Select program from our recreational program. 

If you have additional questions, please contact Dennis DeSmith,Plus@ayso84.org.