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Important Dates

FALL REGISTRATION OPENS ON JUNE 1, 2026

Early Bird Registration	June 1st
Regular Registration	July 1st
Registration is CLOSED	July 27th

2026 Season Dates

June 1st	Registration is OPEN \| Early Bird Pricing
June 8th - 12th	Challenger Sports Soccer Camp \| 8am - 4pm
July 1st	Regular Registration Pricing begins
July 4th	Prescott Freedom Festival at Pioneer Park
July 27th	Registration is CLOSED
August 12th	Informational Coaches Meeting \| 5:30pm at Prescott Public Library's Founders Suite A&B
August 17th - 21st	UKI Soccer Camp \| 5pm - 8pm
August 24th	Fields open for practices!
September 12th	OPENING DAY! \| Game schedules will be posted the week before
October 3rd	Picture Day 1 \| Schedules will be posted by Week 3 Games
October 10th	NO GAMES \| Fall Break
October 12th - 16th	Fields open for practices \| Team's practices are decided by coaches
October 17th	NO GAMES \| Fall Break
October 24th	Picture Day 2 \| Schedules will be posted by Week 3 Games
October 31st	Halloween festivities at Pioneer Park
November 14th	Referee Appreciation Day & Silent Saturday (10U and above)
November 21st	FINAL GAME DAY & Coach Appreciation Day

my player is registered. now what?

Q: When will I hear from my player's coach?
Your player(s) will be assigned to a team in early August. Your contact information will be provided to their new coach at the Coaches Meeting on August 12th in the Prescott Public Library's Founders Suite A&B.
For 6U, coaches should reach out the week before/of the start of the season.
For 8U - 16/19U, coaches should reach out by the first week fields open for practices (week of August 24th).
For Playground/Schoolyard, the Program Director will reach out the week before the start of the season.
If you haven't heard from a coach by the designated time frame above, contact us!

Q: How are teams split up?
Teams are first split by age division, then by gender (6U - 12U). The AYSO Region 172 Board Members then balance teams based on the skill level and Player Ratings from the previous year. A lot of time and care is put into ensuring teams are as evenly balanced as possible!

Q: Can I choose a coach for my player?
No. There is no guarantee that your player will be placed on a specific team. You may request not to have a specific coach.

Q: Can my player and their friend be placed on the same team?
No. There is no guarantee that your player will be placed with a specific teammate. You may request for your player to not be on the same team as another player.

Q: Can I request a practice time or day?
Yes. Although practices times and days are chosen by the coaches, we will do our best to accommodate a practice request. Please keep in mind, not all requests can be honored. The cut-off for practice requests is August 24th.

Q: What equipment does my player need?
Players are provided with a uniform consisting of a jersey, shorts, and socks. Uniforms are given to coaches to be handed out at the first practices (8U and higher) or at the first games (EPIC, 6U and lower). Players are required to have shin guards and tennis shoes (soccer cleats preferred; no baseball cleats or shoes with toe cleats). Players will also need to bring a soccer ball in the correct size (Playground/Schoolyard and EPIC will be provided). Visit the CORE Program page for more details.

questions about volunteering

Q: I want to volunteer. How do I sign up?
Visit the AYSO Volunteer Training page for registration instructions and necessary certifications.
If you're interested in becoming a Board Member, please email [email protected].

important forms

Q: Does AYSO Region 172 offer scholarships for those with financial need?
Yes. For player scholarships, please fill out the Playership Form and send the completed form to the Registrar at [email protected].

Q: Our circumstances have changed and I need a refund. What do I do?
Please fill out the Player Refund Request Form and send the completed form to the Registrar at [email protected].

referee faqs

Q. How do I become an AYSO Referee?
Register as a volunteer on ayso172.org and choose "Referee" from the list of volunteer roles. The training to become an AYSO referee is provided to you free of charge. Note: All volunteers must register annually, even if they no longer have kids in AYSO.

Q. Is prior soccer experience required to officiate?
No, but some familiarity with soccer is certainly a plus. Coaches, parents, players, and other volunteers have all proved to be excellent referees even if they have not played this sport. (Youth referees are welcome!)

Q. How are referees assigned to games?
Once you are a certified AYSO referee, you will be assigned games based on your availability and according to the needs of the region. AYSO referees are volunteers and do not get paid.

Q. Where do I get referee gear and equipment?
Upon completion of your referee training, a uniform kit will be issued to you. For official shirts, shorts, socks, patches, flags and other equipment, stop at the Referee Tent on Saturdays.

Q. I’m already a Regional Referee, when should I try to become an Intermediate Referee?
Referees should be able to easily upgrade to the Intermediate level by their third year.

2026 Age Determination Chart

What is AYSO Kids Zone?

AYSO Kids Zone
Kids Zone is a special program that encourages all in attendance, from the sidelines to the field, to use positive language, demonstrate good sportsmanship, and create a great experience and positive environment for every player. Kids Zone is a reminder that the AYSO soccer fields are a safe, friendly, happy, place for children to play and experience the joy of soccer without fear of judgement.