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8U Program

The 8U program is specifically developed to introduce soccer to children in a fun and safe environment, while allowing them to continue to expand their skills.  The program is setup to have a short practice once or twice a week at a local park or school, followed by a Saturday game.  There is no post season at this age level; however, each player receives a participation trophy at the end of the season.

Girls 8U Program Manager - Carlos Young ([email protected])
Boys 8U Program Manager - Pawel Pastuszak ([email protected])

Item Description
Season Length The season runs from September until the middle of November
Time Commitment 1-2 weekly 60-minute practices (depending on coach's schedule) and weekly Saturday games lasting approximately 55 minutes.
Equipment Each player will be given a uniform which consists of a jersey, shorts and socks.
* Players must provide soccer cleats, shin guards and a Size 3 soccer ball.
Volunteer Requirements All volunteers must be registered AYSO Volunteers.
All coaches must also be Safe Haven Certified. which includes Safe Sport, CDC Concussion Awareness, and Cardiac Arrest Awareness.
* AYSO provides all training.
Coach Certification 8U Coach
Game FormatThe game is played on a small field in a 6 v 6 format with no goalkeeper
Two 25-minute halves, with a quarter break halfway through each half.
Substitutions are done at each quarter break.
Each player is required to play at least 75% of each game (3 of 4 quarters).
Team Formation The teams are formed with the intent of allowing the children to play with their friends and other children from their school. There is a maximum of eight players per team roster.

Please place special requests on the registration form. We try very hard to meet all requests.


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Mission Viejo, California 92690

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