Welcome to AYSO Region 253 Serving the communities of Bentley, Halstead, Kechi, North Wichita, Park City, Sedgwick, Valley Center and Whitewater.
	Sideline Etiquette Soccer is an enjoyable game to watch as well as to play. Our emphasis is not on who wins but how the players and teams develop, and most importantly, did they have fun in doing so?  We want all participants to reach their full, age-appropriate potential and to enjoy themselves in the process. Please realize that the players are trying their best and deserve your very best in the way of support and encouragement.  Negative comments have no place in AYSO.  Cheer for all good effort and attitude – for all players on both teams! The area off the field that the spectators occupy is opposite the “team” side, no closer than three yards from the touch line, and between the penalty areas.  Under no circumstances is anyone allowed behind the goal lines.  The coach is to be the sole source of coaching during the match and should offer only positive instructional or encouraging comments.  Play-by-play instructions during the game thwarts players’ ability to put into effect their practice lessons.  Let them think on their feet!   Remember, only coaches coach and spectators only cheer! The head coach and assistant coach are the only adults allowed in the team area (across the field from the spectators). An important aspect of the AYSO program is Sportsmanship.  Our children need to experience: o    The fun of hard fought, but fair, competition o    Winning and losing graciously o    Improving one’s abilities through practice o    Learning the social skills of being a “team player”, including acknowledging good play by teammates as well as opponents Our children learn by watching and imitating our conduct.  Keep a positive outlook and demonstrate good sideline behavior by supporting the coaches, players, and referees, in spite of any mistakes they may make during the game.
Last Updated 8/21/2007