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AYSO s Safe Haven

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AYSO s Safe Haven

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    1. “Welcome to the new 2011 AYSO’s Safe Haven course for all AYSO volunteers. This course replaces the Coach, Referee and Management specific courses: Safe Haven for Coaches, Safe Haven for Referees and B.A.S.I.C.” The goal of this new course is to foster a universal understanding of what it takes to create a safe, fair, fun, positive environment or “safe haven”, for our players, volunteers and AYSO families.“Welcome to the new 2011 AYSO’s Safe Haven course for all AYSO volunteers. This course replaces the Coach, Referee and Management specific courses: Safe Haven for Coaches, Safe Haven for Referees and B.A.S.I.C.” The goal of this new course is to foster a universal understanding of what it takes to create a safe, fair, fun, positive environment or “safe haven”, for our players, volunteers and AYSO families.

    2. Course Credit Please sign the Course Roster Use your legal name, Home address & phone, And Date of Birth Please sign the course roster to ensure you receive your AYSO’s Safe Haven certification.Please sign the course roster to ensure you receive your AYSO’s Safe Haven certification.

    3. Introduction There are more than 500,000 children playing AYSO soccer and each one of those children has a right to a safe, fun, fair and positive environment for experiencing the benefits of youth sports. Slide automatically updates pictures of children participating in AYSO. “The American Youth Soccer Organization was established in Torrance, California in 1964 with just nine teams and the dream to bring soccer to American children. Today, AYSO has more than 500,000 players in nearly 1,000 Regions across the country and each of those children has a right to a safe, fun, fair and positive environment for experiencing the benefits of sports. AYSO designed the Safe Haven program and the course you are about to take to fulfill this promise to our children.” Slide automatically updates pictures of children participating in AYSO. “The American Youth Soccer Organization was established in Torrance, California in 1964 with just nine teams and the dream to bring soccer to American children. Today, AYSO has more than 500,000 players in nearly 1,000 Regions across the country and each of those children has a right to a safe, fun, fair and positive environment for experiencing the benefits of sports. AYSO designed the Safe Haven program and the course you are about to take to fulfill this promise to our children.”

    4. Course Overview Vision of AYSO Creating a Safe Haven Volunteer Requirements Training and Certification Child and Volunteer Protection Safety and Injury Prevention Volunteering in AYSO The Course will cover: the vision and goals of AYSO and what makes AYSO special and unique, the components necessary to create a safe haven for our all participants, and The role of volunteers in AYSO. **It’s important to note that Safe Haven material covered in this course is designed to protect BOTH the children in our program and our volunteers.***The Course will cover: the vision and goals of AYSO and what makes AYSO special and unique, the components necessary to create a safe haven for our all participants, and The role of volunteers in AYSO. **It’s important to note that Safe Haven material covered in this course is designed to protect BOTH the children in our program and our volunteers.***

    5. Why AYSO? The Vision of AYSO is to provide world class youth soccer programs that enrich children’s lives. “Through the foresight of our founding fathers, AYSO uniquely envisions creating programs “that enrich children’s lives” – a theme you should see throughout all our coaching, officiating and management courses and in our policies, procedures and guidelines.”“Through the foresight of our founding fathers, AYSO uniquely envisions creating programs “that enrich children’s lives” – a theme you should see throughout all our coaching, officiating and management courses and in our policies, procedures and guidelines.”

    6. What makes AYSO unique? The philosophy of the organization is to educate and develop young people by encouraging their interest and participation in soccer through our six philosophies: The Philosophy of AYSO is to educate and develop young people by encouraging their interest and participation in soccer through its “Everyone Plays”, “Balanced Teams”, “Open Registration”, “Positive Coaching’”, “Good Sportsmanship” and “Player Development” concepts. “AYSO’s core philosophies, are unique among youth sports programs today. Each of the core philosophies is key to the content and structure of the AYSO soccer experience. We ask that everyone embrace these philosophies when dealing with our children.”The Philosophy of AYSO is to educate and develop young people by encouraging their interest and participation in soccer through its “Everyone Plays”, “Balanced Teams”, “Open Registration”, “Positive Coaching’”, “Good Sportsmanship” and “Player Development” concepts. “AYSO’s core philosophies, are unique among youth sports programs today. Each of the core philosophies is key to the content and structure of the AYSO soccer experience. We ask that everyone embrace these philosophies when dealing with our children.”

    7. Everyone Plays® Our goal is for kids to play soccer – so we mandate that every player on every team must play at least half of every game. “We’re a soccer organization and our goal is for kids to play soccer so we mandate that every player on every team play at least half of every game. And when we say ‘Everyone Plays’ everyone plays”… “We’re a soccer organization and our goal is for kids to play soccer so we mandate that every player on every team play at least half of every game. And when we say ‘Everyone Plays’ everyone plays”…

    8. Everyone Plays® This includes our VIP -Very Important Players “Including our Very Important Players. Our VIP program offers players with disabilities the opportunity to experience teamwork and the joy of being outside with their families cheering them on.”“Including our Very Important Players. Our VIP program offers players with disabilities the opportunity to experience teamwork and the joy of being outside with their families cheering them on.”

    9. Balanced Teams Each year we form new teams as evenly as possible – because it is fair and more fun when teams of equal ability play. “Because it is more fun and fair when teams of equal ability play, we form new teams each year as evenly as possible.”“Because it is more fun and fair when teams of equal ability play, we form new teams each year as evenly as possible.”

    10. Open Registration Our program is open to all children between 4 and 19 years of age who want to register and play soccer. Interest and enthusiasm are the only criteria for playing. “There are no try-outs which exclude anyone from playing AYSO. Our program is open to all children between the ages of 4 and 19 who want to register and play soccer…. Interest and enthusiasm are the only criteria for playing AYSO. During registration, players may be asked to run through drills for the purpose of evaluating their skill levels. This is done so that player skills can be evenly distributed across all the teams to fulfill our second philosophy of Balanced Teams.”“There are no try-outs which exclude anyone from playing AYSO. Our program is open to all children between the ages of 4 and 19 who want to register and play soccer…. Interest and enthusiasm are the only criteria for playing AYSO. During registration, players may be asked to run through drills for the purpose of evaluating their skill levels. This is done so that player skills can be evenly distributed across all the teams to fulfill our second philosophy of Balanced Teams.”

    11. Positive Coaching Encouragement of player effort provides for greater enjoyment by the players and ultimately leads to better-skilled and better-motivated players. “We believe that encouragement of player effort provides for greater enjoyment by the players and ultimately leads to better-skilled and better motivated players. Positive Coaching and Age and Developmentally appropriate training are the focus of AYSO’s coaching program. The Coaching program is one of the few programs to be fully accredited by NCACE – The National Council for Accreditation of Coaching Education.”“We believe that encouragement of player effort provides for greater enjoyment by the players and ultimately leads to better-skilled and better motivated players. Positive Coaching and Age and Developmentally appropriate training are the focus of AYSO’s coaching program. The Coaching program is one of the few programs to be fully accredited by NCACE – The National Council for Accreditation of Coaching Education.”

    12. Good Sportsmanship We strive to create a safe, fair, fun and positive environment based on mutual respect, rather than a win-at-all-costs attitude, and our program is designed to instill good sportsmanship in every facet of AYSO. “Who does Good Sportsmanship apply to? It applies to everyone… and AYSO instills Good Sportsmanship in every facet of our programs because we want to create an environment based mutual respect rather than a win-at-all costs attitude.”“Who does Good Sportsmanship apply to? It applies to everyone… and AYSO instills Good Sportsmanship in every facet of our programs because we want to create an environment based mutual respect rather than a win-at-all costs attitude.”

    13. Good Sportsmanship AYSO’s Kids Zone program is one of the first of its kind to promote good sportsmanship and appropriate sideline behavior. Every AYSO venue is a Kids Zone! “One of the AYSO programs designed to promote good sportsmanship is Kids Zone… The one of the first programs of it’s kind in youth sports designed to address sideline behavior and to help foster a positive, family-friendly environment. Let’s make this year, the year that every AYSO venue is a Kids Zone.”“One of the AYSO programs designed to promote good sportsmanship is Kids Zone… The one of the first programs of it’s kind in youth sports designed to address sideline behavior and to help foster a positive, family-friendly environment. Let’s make this year, the year that every AYSO venue is a Kids Zone.”

    14. Player Development We believe that all players should be able to develop their soccer skills and knowledge to the best of their abilities, both individually and as a member of a team, in order to maximize their enjoyment of the game. “Our newest philosophy approved by our executive members at the 2009 National Annual General Meeting - NAGM, is designed to enable greater enjoyment of the game by emphasizing programs that will allow players to develop to the best of their ability and desire.”“Our newest philosophy approved by our executive members at the 2009 National Annual General Meeting - NAGM, is designed to enable greater enjoyment of the game by emphasizing programs that will allow players to develop to the best of their ability and desire.”

    15. Player Development AYSO provides a number of programs that support player development including EXTRA and AYSO Soccer Camps. AYSO’s EXTRA programs allow for more competitive play opportunities the AYSO way by embracing the AYSO philosophies. AYSO Soccer camps offer AYSO and Safe Haven trained coaches.AYSO’s EXTRA programs allow for more competitive play opportunities the AYSO way by embracing the AYSO philosophies. AYSO Soccer camps offer AYSO and Safe Haven trained coaches.

    16. Volunteer Philosophies? Everyone should be encouraged to volunteer; More volunteers help balance the workload across more hands and bring more diversity and strength to the program; Our programs are open to anyone willing to complete an application, register and consent to background checking; We offer the same positive coaching & encouragement to anyone willing to volunteer; Everyone must be a good sport to make the program successful; and AYSO provides training programs for all the key job functions in order to maximize the volunteer experience. Everyone should be encouraged to volunteer; More volunteers help balance the workload across more hands and bring more diversity and strength to the program; Our programs are open to anyone willing to complete an application, register and consent to background checking; We offer the same positive coaching & encouragement to anyone willing to volunteer; Everyone must be a good sport to make the program successful; and AYSO provides training programs for all the key job functions in order to maximize the volunteer experience.

    17. About AYSO AYSO’s governing documents support the vision and philosophies and are found in the AYSO Reference Book: National Bylaws Organizational structure Rules and Regulations Conduct of Games National Policy Statements Standard Regional Guidelines Regional Responsibilities “AYSO’s governing documents support the vision and philosophy of AYSO. Our National Bylaws address our governance and organizational structure; the National Rules and Regulations govern the Conduct of Games including age divisions, ball sizes, substitutions, etc., our National Policy Statements address important policy; and our Standard Regional Guidelines address Regional responsibilities and provide best practices. The Standard Regional Guidelines helps ensure that the AYSO experience provided in any one of the almost 1,000 Regions across the country is the same AYSO experience everywhere.” The Reference Book provides the answers to “where does it say….” It includes the governing documents and valuable information on Regional operations including financial matters, dispute resolution, community relations and AYSO programs. AYSO is a volunteer run organization with approximately 200,000 volunteers across the country and according to our bylaws, we are required to have an annual general meeting – NAGM – where proposed amendments to our governing documents can be voted on as well as the election of our National Board of Directors. Be sure to find out more about it in the Reference Book…. “AYSO’s governing documents support the vision and philosophy of AYSO. Our National Bylaws address our governance and organizational structure; the National Rules and Regulations govern the Conduct of Games including age divisions, ball sizes, substitutions, etc., our National Policy Statements address important policy; and our Standard Regional Guidelines address Regional responsibilities and provide best practices. The Standard Regional Guidelines helps ensure that the AYSO experience provided in any one of the almost 1,000 Regions across the country is the same AYSO experience everywhere.” The Reference Book provides the answers to “where does it say….” It includes the governing documents and valuable information on Regional operations including financial matters, dispute resolution, community relations and AYSO programs. AYSO is a volunteer run organization with approximately 200,000 volunteers across the country and according to our bylaws, we are required to have an annual general meeting – NAGM – where proposed amendments to our governing documents can be voted on as well as the election of our National Board of Directors. Be sure to find out more about it in the Reference Book….

    18. About AYSO The rules or “laws” of soccer are governed by FIFA – Federation Internationale de Football Association. AYSO games are conducted in accordance with the current edition of the FIFA Laws of the Game – with approved AYSO exceptions. “FIFA is the governing body for world wide soccer and FIFA establishes the rules or “laws” by which the game is conducted. AYSO games are conducted according to the current edition of the FIFA Laws of the Game. with approved exception. For more details see our National Rules and Regulations or the AYSO Laws of the Game book.”“FIFA is the governing body for world wide soccer and FIFA establishes the rules or “laws” by which the game is conducted. AYSO games are conducted according to the current edition of the FIFA Laws of the Game. with approved exception. For more details see our National Rules and Regulations or the AYSO Laws of the Game book.”

    19. Quiz Which of the following is NOT one of the core AYSO philosophies? Balanced Teams Open Registration Professional Coaching Everyone Plays Player Development The answer is C) Professional Coaching – AYSO’s philosophy is Positive Coaching.The answer is C) Professional Coaching – AYSO’s philosophy is Positive Coaching.

    20. What is Safe Haven? AYSO’s program to address the growing need for Child and Volunteer Protection in youth sports. Components help create a safe, fun, fair and positive environment - “safe haven” - for all participants. “AYSO’s Safe Haven program was the first of its kind in the country and it addresses both child and volunteer protection. Components of the program are designed to foster that safe, fair, fun, positive environment or ‘safe haven’ for all our participants.”“AYSO’s Safe Haven program was the first of its kind in the country and it addresses both child and volunteer protection. Components of the program are designed to foster that safe, fair, fun, positive environment or ‘safe haven’ for all our participants.”

    21. Creating a Safe Haven The Safe Haven program supports the creation of a “safe haven” for all participants by: Click to advance the 4 components of the Safe Haven program: Registering and Screening volunteers Requiring Training and Certification Providing Child and Volunteer Protection guidelines Promoting Safety and Injury prevention.Click to advance the 4 components of the Safe Haven program: Registering and Screening volunteers Requiring Training and Certification Providing Child and Volunteer Protection guidelines Promoting Safety and Injury prevention.

    22. Volunteer Protection Congress passed the Volunteer Protection Act in 1997 to promote volunteerism and grant immunity from certain liabilities for volunteers who meet its requirements. The foundation of Safe Haven’s volunteer protection is the Volunteer Protection Act of 1997 which was passed by Congress to promote volunteerism. This law grants immunity from certain liabilities for volunteers who meet its requirements.The foundation of Safe Haven’s volunteer protection is the Volunteer Protection Act of 1997 which was passed by Congress to promote volunteerism. This law grants immunity from certain liabilities for volunteers who meet its requirements.

    23. Volunteer Requirements For protection under the Volunteer Protection Act and applicable laws, AYSO requires all volunteers to: Sign and submit a Volunteer Application every year, Be authorized to do their job, Act within the scope of their Job Descriptions and AYSO’s policies, procedures and guidelines, Complete Safe Haven Training and Be properly trained in their jobs. “What are those requirements? In order to afford maximum protection under this and other applicable laws, AYSO requires all its volunteers to: Sign and submit a current Volunteer Application every year. Be authorized to do your job by the Regional Commissioner/Board, Area Director/Board, Section Director/Board or National Board of Directors. Act with the scope of a job description, AYSO’s policies, procedures and guidelines. Complete Safe Haven training in order to learn about child and volunteer protection Be properly trained in their jobs. Completing a volunteer application and being registered also provides volunteers with eligibility for Soccer Accident Insurance.”“What are those requirements? In order to afford maximum protection under this and other applicable laws, AYSO requires all its volunteers to: Sign and submit a current Volunteer Application every year. Be authorized to do your job by the Regional Commissioner/Board, Area Director/Board, Section Director/Board or National Board of Directors. Act with the scope of a job description, AYSO’s policies, procedures and guidelines. Complete Safe Haven training in order to learn about child and volunteer protection Be properly trained in their jobs. Completing a volunteer application and being registered also provides volunteers with eligibility for Soccer Accident Insurance.”

    24. Volunteer Screening AYSO, like many youth organizations today, asks adult volunteers to submit character references and agree to background checks in order to protect players, volunteers and Region resources.

    25. Volunteer Screening “Youth sports treasurer accused of embezzlement; Corona man has been charged with embezzling $100,000 from a youth sports program that receives money from the city.” Why is volunteer screening so important? Here are some real examples from today’s headlines: Click to advance slide. “Youth sports treasurer accused of embezzlement; Corona man has been charged with embezzling $100,000 from a youth sports program that receives money from the city.” “Montgomery County police arrested a longtime soccer coach on Thursday and charged him with inappropriate contact with a juvenile six months ago.” “South Dakota (Soccer) — A 42 year-old adult man strikes the soccer referee, who happened to also be the town’s mayor, during a match between 11-year-old girls. The coach was sentenced to one year in jail, required to attend anger management courses and banned from all youth sports events for a year.” Why is volunteer screening so important? Here are some real examples from today’s headlines: Click to advance slide. “Youth sports treasurer accused of embezzlement; Corona man has been charged with embezzling $100,000 from a youth sports program that receives money from the city.” “Montgomery County police arrested a longtime soccer coach on Thursday and charged him with inappropriate contact with a juvenile six months ago.” “South Dakota (Soccer) — A 42 year-old adult man strikes the soccer referee, who happened to also be the town’s mayor, during a match between 11-year-old girls. The coach was sentenced to one year in jail, required to attend anger management courses and banned from all youth sports events for a year.”

    26. Volunteer Screening The Volunteer Application contains consent agreement for background investigations. AYSO’s National Background Check Policy is used to determine whether or not an adult volunteer is eligible to hold certain AYSO positions. Safe Haven procedures and eAYSO technologies protect volunteer personal identification information, privacy and confidentiality. Details on www.ayso.org “AYSO screens background checks in accordance with the National Background Check Policy in order to determine whether or not an adult volunteer is eligible to hold certain AYSO positions. The Volunteer Application provides the consent for background screening. AYSO places the highest priority on protecting volunteer identities, privacy and confidentiality and our procedures and technologies are designed to support this priority. For example, SSNs input into eAYSO by volunteers are encrypted using the highest industry standards and are stored encrypted in a database. SSN and any disclosures are only made available to the 3 National Safe Haven employees for background checking. The safest, most secured way to complete a volunteer application is to complete them online in eAYSO. For details, check our website, “www.ayso.org”.“AYSO screens background checks in accordance with the National Background Check Policy in order to determine whether or not an adult volunteer is eligible to hold certain AYSO positions. The Volunteer Application provides the consent for background screening. AYSO places the highest priority on protecting volunteer identities, privacy and confidentiality and our procedures and technologies are designed to support this priority. For example, SSNs input into eAYSO by volunteers are encrypted using the highest industry standards and are stored encrypted in a database. SSN and any disclosures are only made available to the 3 National Safe Haven employees for background checking. The safest, most secured way to complete a volunteer application is to complete them online in eAYSO. For details, check our website, “www.ayso.org”.

    27. Youth Volunteers Under the age of 18, must complete a Youth Volunteer Application every year. “Youth Volunteer Application must be completed and signed by parents/guardians – just like a player registration form -to ensure parental approval in addition to a player registration form if a current player. Youth volunteers are not screened. Youth volunteers must follow the same protection guidelines while working with younger children or VIP participants in order to protect themselves from misunderstandings and false accusations. Youth volunteers should be included in the player/child counts when factoring the required supervision ratios.”“Youth Volunteer Application must be completed and signed by parents/guardians – just like a player registration form -to ensure parental approval in addition to a player registration form if a current player. Youth volunteers are not screened. Youth volunteers must follow the same protection guidelines while working with younger children or VIP participants in order to protect themselves from misunderstandings and false accusations. Youth volunteers should be included in the player/child counts when factoring the required supervision ratios.”

    28. Youth Volunteers May hold: Youth Referee, Youth Team Assistant, Youth VIP Buddy or other Youth Volunteer positions which are supervised by adults. May not be a Team Coach, Assistant Coach or Regional Board Member and may never be in a position of supervising players or managing a game from the coach’s area. Youth Team Assistant refers to youth volunteers who help with team practices by demonstrating a skill or drill. Youth volunteers can not be part of the supervision of players or replace the required adults.Youth Team Assistant refers to youth volunteers who help with team practices by demonstrating a skill or drill. Youth volunteers can not be part of the supervision of players or replace the required adults.

    29. Training and Certification Training and Certification is the only way to ensure the fulfillment of the AYSO vision and the protection of Volunteers and Players. Fulfilling the vision of AYSO by providing world class youth soccer programs that enrich children’s lives, cannot happen without volunteer training and certification. It is the only way to create a common level of understanding for the goals and philosophies of our program. Requiring Safe Haven training ensures that every volunteer understands what it takes to create a safe environment for our players and equally important, what steps are necessary to protect themselves as the perform their volunteer duties.Fulfilling the vision of AYSO by providing world class youth soccer programs that enrich children’s lives, cannot happen without volunteer training and certification. It is the only way to create a common level of understanding for the goals and philosophies of our program. Requiring Safe Haven training ensures that every volunteer understands what it takes to create a safe environment for our players and equally important, what steps are necessary to protect themselves as the perform their volunteer duties.

    30. Training and Certification Training provides job position and standard specific training such as U-6 Coach, Intermediate Referee or Registrar training. Certification requires competency in the assigned position (job training), Child and Volunteer Protection (Safe Haven training) and AYSO Policies and Guidelines. Continuing Education includes training to improve skills like Principles of Play, Dispute Resolution and Problems Outside the Touchline.

    31. Training and Certification All Coaches, Referees and Board Members are required to be trained and certified. Practices and Games are NOT permitted without an AYSO trained and certified Team Coach. Official games are NOT permitted without an AYSO trained and certified Referee for the U-8 division and above. Training and Certification requirements include Coaches, Referees, Board members..Training and Certification requirements include Coaches, Referees, Board members..

    32. Training and Certification Regions must have the 7 required Board Positions and the volunteers serving in these positions, must be trained and certified: Regional Commissioner, Coach Administrator, Referee Administrator, Treasurer, Registrar, Safety Director and Child and Volunteer Protection Advocate (CVPA). “Six of the these positions can be trained and certified with online training and webinars! Each of these positions plays a critical role in the AYSO program and is vital to ensuring the AYSO experience, regardless of location, lives up to the vision of AYSO. Does your Region have a volunteer in each of these positions? Not sure? Interested in finding out more? Ask your Regional Commissioner and check your Reference Book for more details….”“Six of the these positions can be trained and certified with online training and webinars! Each of these positions plays a critical role in the AYSO program and is vital to ensuring the AYSO experience, regardless of location, lives up to the vision of AYSO. Does your Region have a volunteer in each of these positions? Not sure? Interested in finding out more? Ask your Regional Commissioner and check your Reference Book for more details….”

    33. Quiz…. Which of the following is not a requirement of AYSO volunteers? Completing and signing a Volunteer Application every year. Fulfilling a continuing education requirement. Consenting to background investigations. Completing job training. The answer is b) although it is strongly encouraged that everyone take continuing education to maximize their enjoyment and to increase their knowledge.The answer is b) although it is strongly encouraged that everyone take continuing education to maximize their enjoyment and to increase their knowledge.

    34. Child Protection The Child Protection Acts (1993,1997) enabled screening of volunteers who work with children and mandated reporting of suspected child abuse. The Child Protection Act was passed by Congress originally to make child abuse against the law. Further amendments were passed to enable volunteer screening and mandating reporting of suspected abuse.The Child Protection Act was passed by Congress originally to make child abuse against the law. Further amendments were passed to enable volunteer screening and mandating reporting of suspected abuse.

    35. Child Abuse is Against the Law AYSO is a mandated reporter of suspected abuse in many states – there are legal reporting standards. In order to promote a safe haven, AYSO prohibits abusive behaviors beyond the legal reporting standards. Child abuse crosses all socioeconomic, ethnic, cultural, occupational, religious and age groups. AYSO is a mandated reporter of suspected abuse in many states – and there are generally accepted legal reporting standards. AYSO prohibits abusive behaviors beyond the legal reporting standards in order to promote a safe haven. Every child is vulnerable to child abuse.AYSO is a mandated reporter of suspected abuse in many states – and there are generally accepted legal reporting standards. AYSO prohibits abusive behaviors beyond the legal reporting standards in order to promote a safe haven. Every child is vulnerable to child abuse.

    36. Reporting Abuse Reporting is generally required when a child is: physically injured by other than accidental means, subjected to willful cruelty or unjustifiable punishment, or sexually abused or exploited. neglected by a parent or caretaker who fails to provide adequate food, clothing, shelter, medical care or supervision. Many states have penalties for failing to report. These are the generally acknowledged legal reporting standards for suspected abuse of children. In other words, we may see abusive behaviors that may necessitate intervention, but may not meet the legal standard of reportable abuse.These are the generally acknowledged legal reporting standards for suspected abuse of children. In other words, we may see abusive behaviors that may necessitate intervention, but may not meet the legal standard of reportable abuse.

    37. Types of Abuse Psychologists, legislators, educators and AYSO recognize five types of abuse. It is important to understand the types of abusive behaviors in order to ensure their prevention. Recognize that abuses can occur between players. Educators, legislators and psychologists all recognize five types of abuse and it is important to understand each of the types in order to prevent them from occurring. Please recognize that abuses can occur between players.Educators, legislators and psychologists all recognize five types of abuse and it is important to understand each of the types in order to prevent them from occurring. Please recognize that abuses can occur between players.

    38. Emotional Abuse

    39. Emotional Abuse Legally required to report suspected abuses visibly affecting the emotional stability of the child. Abusive behaviors not allowed in AYSO include making comments about the size, inability or appearance of a player in front of others. Jokes, even in fun, can be emotionally abusive. Social bullying, derogatory comments and racial, ethnic or gender slurs must not be tolerated. Please note that social bullying has become a major concern for school age children and it must not be allowed in AYSO. Please do not accept it as something all kids go through. An example of emotional abuse is when a parent continually berates a child with put-downs and derogatory comments. It is also considered abusive when a spectator or parent yells at players on the field.Please note that social bullying has become a major concern for school age children and it must not be allowed in AYSO. Please do not accept it as something all kids go through. An example of emotional abuse is when a parent continually berates a child with put-downs and derogatory comments. It is also considered abusive when a spectator or parent yells at players on the field.

    40. Physical Abuse

    41. Physical Abuse Legally required to report acts resulting in “any non-accidental physical injury to the child” or circumstances that create a substantial risk of harm. Abusive behaviors not allowed in AYSO include corporal punishment, punishing players by making them run laps or denying water, bullying or fighting. AYSO has a zero tolerance policy for violence. Stress that bullying and fighting must not be allowed. AYSO has a zero tolerance policy for violence.Stress that bullying and fighting must not be allowed. AYSO has a zero tolerance policy for violence.

    42. Neglect

    43. Neglect Legally required to report the failure of a parent or guardian to provide needed food, clothing, shelter, medical care, or supervision. AYSO does not allow neglectful behavior including never playing a below average player more than half of every game or consistently excluding a player from practice drills. Players should not be allowed to exclude a single player or a few players from team activities. An example of neglect may be the parent who drops a child off for their soccer game and leaves them without a parent or guardian, at the field all day. Please intervene and counsel the parent that this behavior is not acceptable.An example of neglect may be the parent who drops a child off for their soccer game and leaves them without a parent or guardian, at the field all day. Please intervene and counsel the parent that this behavior is not acceptable.

    44. Sexual Abuse

    45. Sexual Abuse Legally required to report any form of sexual abuse or exploitation. AYSO prohibits making lewd comments, sexual harassment or any type of inappropriate physical contact. Minors must be supervised to prevent minor-on-minor abuse. Please contact Safe Haven immediately with any concern. 1-800-USA-AYSO. Note that 20% of reported sex abuse cases involve minor-on-minor abuse.Note that 20% of reported sex abuse cases involve minor-on-minor abuse.

    46. Ethical Abuse

    47. Ethical Abuse Abusive behaviors not allowed include asking a player to “take down” an opposing player or faking an injury. Adults should refrain from asking children to keep “secrets” from parents. “Secrets” are a standard technique used by victimizers of children. “Secrets” are a standard technique used by victimizers of children.

    48. Suspecting Abuse If abuse is suspected, notify the Child and Volunteer Protection Advocate (CVPA) and the National Safe Haven Office. 1-800-USA-AYSO. If the abuse is considered life threatening, contact local Child Protective Services or law enforcement immediately. Remember reporting is a means of helping. Reporters simply report; agencies investigate. It is important to contact the National Safe Haven Office anytime abuse is suspected.It is important to contact the National Safe Haven Office anytime abuse is suspected.

    49. Preventing Abuse Screening who volunteers in the AYSO program is just the first step. Training volunteers to recognize abuse and abusive behavior is necessary to report and stop abuse. It would all be meaningless unless we implement policies and guidelines to prevent opportunities for abuse to occur. Experts agree that is also important to foster positive self-images, a safe environment and the courage in our players to speak up. It is important to stress all the steps to preventing abuse. In particular, the role we all play in preventing abuse from occurring – bullet number 3. Following the guidelines and protocols is essential – and often the last line of defense protecting children. It is important to stress all the steps to preventing abuse. In particular, the role we all play in preventing abuse from occurring – bullet number 3. Following the guidelines and protocols is essential – and often the last line of defense protecting children.

    50. What if? A player confides to a coach that someone is abusing him/her. A parent is screaming at his/her child on the field and strikes the child. Players are bullying one of their teammates. At the end of practice, players scatter around the field while waiting for their parents, some out of sight. These are possible scenarios and based on real phone calls to Safe Haven – the key is when and how to intervene: If a player makes a disclosure of abuse, AYSO as a mandated reporter is required to file a report with Child Protective Services. If this disclosure is before a game or practice, ask if the child is up to playing. If so, encourage them to continue with activities – provide normalcy and keep the child’s confidence. DO NOT confront parents. Notify CVPA and Safe Haven as soon as possible. A parent is screaming at his/her child on the field. Someone should intervene, in the least confrontational manner as possible – using distraction/diversion – try to avoid escalating the situation as much as possible. Later, let parent know that the behavior negatively effects all children on the field. Adults should prevent and intervene whenever player bullying is witnessed. Players must understand that bullying is not tolerated in AYSO. Players should always be supervised and kept within sight until returned to their parents.These are possible scenarios and based on real phone calls to Safe Haven – the key is when and how to intervene: If a player makes a disclosure of abuse, AYSO as a mandated reporter is required to file a report with Child Protective Services. If this disclosure is before a game or practice, ask if the child is up to playing. If so, encourage them to continue with activities – provide normalcy and keep the child’s confidence. DO NOT confront parents. Notify CVPA and Safe Haven as soon as possible. A parent is screaming at his/her child on the field. Someone should intervene, in the least confrontational manner as possible – using distraction/diversion – try to avoid escalating the situation as much as possible. Later, let parent know that the behavior negatively effects all children on the field. Adults should prevent and intervene whenever player bullying is witnessed. Players must understand that bullying is not tolerated in AYSO. Players should always be supervised and kept within sight until returned to their parents.

    51. Protection Guidelines Safe Haven’s Child and Volunteer Protection Guidelines are designed to protect children from abuse and volunteers from misunderstandings and false accusations. Again, the key to the protection guidelines is that they are designed to protect children from the opportunities for abuse to occur and volunteers from opportunities for misunderstanding and false accusations. Again, the key to the protection guidelines is that they are designed to protect children from the opportunities for abuse to occur and volunteers from opportunities for misunderstanding and false accusations.

    52. Supervision Protocols AYSO requires the following Supervision: One adult for every eight or fewer children. At least two adults present at ALL times. At least one adult of the same gender as players. Adults should never be alone with a child.

    53. Supervision Protocols Team Coach is responsible for the players on his/her team until they are picked up or otherwise leave the area. No child shall be left unsupervised after a game or practice. The AYSO “Buddy System” requires a minimum of 3 players. Special emphasis must be placed on the new AYSO Buddy System of a minimum of 3 players to prevent opportunities for player-on-player abuses.Special emphasis must be placed on the new AYSO Buddy System of a minimum of 3 players to prevent opportunities for player-on-player abuses.

    54. Supervision Protocols AYSO does not recommend that children walk or ride a bicycle home alone. However, when allowed, the Coach should secure a release form from the parent/guardian to ensure their approval. The Player Release form is available for download from www.ayso.org.The Player Release form is available for download from www.ayso.org.

    55. Protection Guidelines In order to prevent misunderstandings, physical contact with children should be: In response to the need of the child only With the child’s permission Respectful of any hesitation Careful to avoid private parts In the open, never in private Brief in duration Age and developmentally appropriate

    56. Protection Guidelines Adults should avoid being alone with a child including transporting a child in a car. When it is necessary to speak privately with a child, select a spot out of earshot but within sight of others. Respect the privacy of children. Hug from the side. No sexual jokes, comments. No corporal punishment. Set boundaries. Maintain adult privacy. Key note: It is incumbent on the adults to set and maintain appropriate boundaries of privacy.Key note: It is incumbent on the adults to set and maintain appropriate boundaries of privacy.

    57. Protection Guidelines Social Media & Electronic Communications Volunteers should maintain transparency and not engage in private electronic messages or conversations with minors. Messages should be conveyed through parents or in the case of older players, copied to parents. This includes emails, text messages, instant messaging and postings on social networking sites. Protect the identity and privacy of children at all times. Do not post names of players with pictures or rosters on public pages. The important message is that adults must maintain transparency in all communications whether on the field or electronically. Messages about AYSO activities must always be conveyed through parents. If older players are allowed direct messaging, parents should still be copied. Children’s identities and privacy must be protected at all times from victimizers of children who often surf the internet for tidbits of familiarity to use on potential victims.The important message is that adults must maintain transparency in all communications whether on the field or electronically. Messages about AYSO activities must always be conveyed through parents. If older players are allowed direct messaging, parents should still be copied. Children’s identities and privacy must be protected at all times from victimizers of children who often surf the internet for tidbits of familiarity to use on potential victims.

    58. Protection Guidelines It is illegal for minors to possess, control or use alcohol, tobacco products or prescription-only drugs without authority and may subject them to prosecution. Any adult who knowingly provides such substances to a minor is subject to criminal prosecution. The Volunteer Protection Act does not protect adults who violate alcohol, tobacco and drug laws. AYSO’s policies for no alcohol, tobacco products or controlled substances includes chewing tobacco. The Volunteer Protection Act does not protect volunteers to break these laws or any criminal laws from prosecution. AYSO’s policies for no alcohol, tobacco products or controlled substances includes chewing tobacco. The Volunteer Protection Act does not protect volunteers to break these laws or any criminal laws from prosecution.

    59. Protection Guidelines AYSO’s Rules & Regulations state that: “It shall be the duty of each coach and official to present a healthy, athletic environment for players by neither consuming alcoholic beverages or using tobacco products during practices or games or in the immediate vicinity of the soccer fields.” Please note that tobacco products excluded include chewing tobacco.Please note that tobacco products excluded include chewing tobacco.

    60. Quiz…. Which of the following is not true? AYSO is a mandated reporter of abuse in most states. Adults should set and maintain appropriate boundaries with children. AYSO recommends that adults “friend” minors on Facebook. Social bullying is an example of abusive behavior not tolerated in AYSO. The Answer is c). Adults should not “friend” minors on Facebook. Think of adult only status updates that are automatically populated to friends and how easy it would be to have adult situations seen by children.The Answer is c). Adults should not “friend” minors on Facebook. Think of adult only status updates that are automatically populated to friends and how easy it would be to have adult situations seen by children.

    61. Play it Safe It is the responsibility of all participants to work together to minimize the risk of injuries and to create a safe environment.

    62. Emergency Medical Conditions The primary role of all volunteers is one of injury prevention and first aid, not diagnosis or treatment of injuries. It is important for everyone to recognize the symptoms of potentially serious medical emergencies and to know when to summon emergency medical professionals. The emphasis on the following slides is on recognizing the most critical conditions that require calling for emergency medical help to prevent more serious life threatening situations or injuries. The key is that this is not a substitute for a First Aid class and AYSO recommends that Regions make First Aid Training available. Safety Directors are encouraged to ask for volunteers from the Emergency Medical Technicians, Fire Departments, hospitals or the local chapter of the Red Cross to volunteer to provide First Aid training.The emphasis on the following slides is on recognizing the most critical conditions that require calling for emergency medical help to prevent more serious life threatening situations or injuries. The key is that this is not a substitute for a First Aid class and AYSO recommends that Regions make First Aid Training available. Safety Directors are encouraged to ask for volunteers from the Emergency Medical Technicians, Fire Departments, hospitals or the local chapter of the Red Cross to volunteer to provide First Aid training.

    63. Emergency Medical Conditions The following are a some of the most critical emergency medical conditions: Bleeding Difficulty Breathing Choking Loss of Consciousness Heat Exhaustion/Stroke Hypothermia Concussions ***Consult First Aid training for specific instructions.*** The purpose the following slides is to make sure everyone recognizes the most serious of medical conditions and warning signs so that emergency medical services are summoned immediately. Some precautionary steps are mentioned to give everyone a general idea of the kinds of first aid treatment/skills they should seek training for. It is recommended that Regions offer First Aid training to its volunteers.The purpose the following slides is to make sure everyone recognizes the most serious of medical conditions and warning signs so that emergency medical services are summoned immediately. Some precautionary steps are mentioned to give everyone a general idea of the kinds of first aid treatment/skills they should seek training for. It is recommended that Regions offer First Aid training to its volunteers.

    64. Emergency Medical Conditions Bleeding Can’t be stopped; call for medical assistance asap. Apply pressure directly to bandage over the wound with gloved hand. If bandages becomes soaked, continue to add clean bandages on top. For extremities, apply pressure to brachial artery inside upper arm between armpit and elbow or to femoral artery located on crease between leg and torso. Cover victim to prevent shock.

    65. Emergency Medical Conditions Bleeding Any player or official who is bleeding must leave the field immediately and may not return until the bleeding is stopped, the wound is cleaned and covered. If there is blood on the uniform or clothing, the individual may not return until that portion of uniform is replaced or the blood is neutralized with an antiseptic solution.

    66. Emergency Medical Conditions Bleeding Clean up a blood spill with absorbent paper towels and flood spot with a solution of Ľ cup bleach to a gallon of water. Dispose of any blood stained materials in a biohazard container or tightly sealed plastic bags, using gloves and disinfecting solutions. See appropriate local authority for disposal of biohazards.

    67. Emergency Medical Conditions Difficulty Breathing If due to an allergic reaction, call 911 immediately. Try to calm individual, help to position of comfort. If a person is down from an injury to chest or airway, do not move unless absolutely necessary. Do not place a pillow under head if lying down. If necessary, begin rescue breathing (CPR). Gather information from individual re:cause, medical history for EMTs. Aid to a comfortable position – lying down may not necessarily help clear airway or aid breathing. Perform CPR if necessary and if trained to do so.Gather information from individual re:cause, medical history for EMTs. Aid to a comfortable position – lying down may not necessarily help clear airway or aid breathing. Perform CPR if necessary and if trained to do so.

    68. Emergency Medical Conditions Choking The universal sign for choking is hands clutched to the throat. Look for these indications: Inability to talk Difficulty breathing or noisy breathing Inability to cough forcefully Skin, lips and nails turning blue or dusky Loss of consciousness Gather information from individual re:cause, medical history for EMTs. Note the universal sign for choking if ever needed.Gather information from individual re:cause, medical history for EMTs. Note the universal sign for choking if ever needed.

    69. Emergency Medical Conditions Choking Red Cross recommends a "five-and-five" approach to delivering first aid – call 911: Give 5 back blows. First, deliver five back blows between the person's shoulder blades with the heel of your hand. Give 5 abdominal thrusts. Perform five abdominal thrusts (also known as the Heimlich maneuver). Alternate between 5 blows and 5 thrusts until the blockage is dislodged. Consult first aid training for instructions on Abdominal Thrusts: To perform abdominal thrusts (Heimlich maneuver) on someone else (if trained to do so): Stand behind the person. Wrap your arms around the waist. Tip the person forward slightly. Make a fist with one hand. Position it slightly above the person's navel. Grasp the fist with the other hand. Press hard into the abdomen with a quick, upward thrust — as if trying to lift the person up. Perform a total of 5 abdominal thrusts, if needed. If the blockage still isn't dislodged, repeat the five-and-five cycle. Consult first aid training for instructions on Abdominal Thrusts: To perform abdominal thrusts (Heimlich maneuver) on someone else (if trained to do so): Stand behind the person. Wrap your arms around the waist. Tip the person forward slightly. Make a fist with one hand. Position it slightly above the person's navel. Grasp the fist with the other hand. Press hard into the abdomen with a quick, upward thrust — as if trying to lift the person up. Perform a total of 5 abdominal thrusts, if needed. If the blockage still isn't dislodged, repeat the five-and-five cycle.

    70. Emergency Medical Conditions Loss of Consciousness or fainting For fainting, help person to lying down position. Summon medical help if they do not regain consciousness within a minute. If unconscious due to head, neck or spine injury, do not move. Check airway, breathing, circulation. Start CPR if necessary. Stay calm and wait for emergency help to arrive. Fainting is less serious than an injury and person should regain consciousness quickly. Loss of consciousness due to an injury is serious and person should not be moved as long as they are breathing. If not breathing, minimize movement to neck and head, but start CPR if trained to do so.Fainting is less serious than an injury and person should regain consciousness quickly. Loss of consciousness due to an injury is serious and person should not be moved as long as they are breathing. If not breathing, minimize movement to neck and head, but start CPR if trained to do so.

    71. Emergency Medical Conditions Heat Exhaustion Symptoms may include headache, feeling faint or dizzy, nausea, fatigue, heat cramps. Individual feels cool, clammy and damp to touch. Move to cool area and shield from sun or external heat sources; recline with feet up. If alert, give small sips of cool liquids. Remove or loosen restrictive clothing, apply cool cloth to skin or spray with cool mist. It is important to intervene at this stage to avoid the critical condition of heat stroke. It is important to intervene at this stage to avoid the critical condition of heat stroke.

    72. Emergency Medical Conditions Heat Stroke Feels hot and dry to touch, may no longer perspire. If body temperature rises above102 degrees, fainting, confusion or seizures can occur. Summon professional medical help immediately and follow same procedures for heat exhaustion.

    73. Emergency Medical Conditions Hypothermia Does not require sub-zero temperatures. Can occur with high winds, rain, snowfall or under-dressing for weather. Early signs include: shivering, bluish tinge to lips. Advanced symptoms include uncontrollable shivering, weakness, loss of coordination, slowed breathing or heart rate, and pale, blue, cold skin. It is important to intervene at the first sign of hypothermia to prevent more serious advanced symptoms.It is important to intervene at the first sign of hypothermia to prevent more serious advanced symptoms.

    74. Emergency Medical Conditions Hypothermia Call 911 for advanced symptoms. Prevent further heat loss; seek shelter from wind and cold. Gently change wet clothing and provide warmth. Do not rub extremities.

    75. Emergency Medical Conditions Concussions Concussions are serious brain injuries that can cause death. Coaches and parents should watch for two things among athletes: A forceful blow to the head or body that results in rapid movement of the head Any change in the athlete’s behavior, thinking or physical functioning. Many states have passed Concussion Awareness Training legislation requiring coaches to have training on concussions because concussions are serious brain injuries that can cause death and it is no longer acceptable for players to “tough it out” or “play through a concussion”. They are generally caused by the rapid movement of the brain inside the skull.Many states have passed Concussion Awareness Training legislation requiring coaches to have training on concussions because concussions are serious brain injuries that can cause death and it is no longer acceptable for players to “tough it out” or “play through a concussion”. They are generally caused by the rapid movement of the brain inside the skull.

    76. Emergency Medical Conditions Concussions AYSO recommends using the Center for Disease Control’s Heads Up program for concussion awareness training and information. Head Up addresses state legislative requirements for training. AYSO has entered into a partnership with the CDC for producing the Heads Up materials for our participants. This includes a parent/athlete fact sheet and a Clipboard/sticker for coaches to recognize signs/symptoms. The CDC site offers free Coach Awareness Training online that produces a certificate of completion for those states that require it. Check out AYSO.org for information on the Heads Up program.AYSO has entered into a partnership with the CDC for producing the Heads Up materials for our participants. This includes a parent/athlete fact sheet and a Clipboard/sticker for coaches to recognize signs/symptoms. The CDC site offers free Coach Awareness Training online that produces a certificate of completion for those states that require it. Check out AYSO.org for information on the Heads Up program.

    77. Emergency Medical Conditions The key point to remember is that concussion are not something to “tough out”. They are serious brain injuries which can result in life altering effects. They occur from a number of causes including skateboarding, snowboarding, roller coasters, cheerleading and anyone with a concussion should avoid physical activity until cleared by a medical professional. For all other injuries, the AYSO Participation Release form signed by parents is all that is required to return to play. You can find the Participation Release form on ayso.org.The key point to remember is that concussion are not something to “tough out”. They are serious brain injuries which can result in life altering effects. They occur from a number of causes including skateboarding, snowboarding, roller coasters, cheerleading and anyone with a concussion should avoid physical activity until cleared by a medical professional. For all other injuries, the AYSO Participation Release form signed by parents is all that is required to return to play. You can find the Participation Release form on ayso.org.

    78. First Aid Kits Regions and Safety Directors should make first aid kits available at all fields of play and to all teams during practices and games. For details on contents, see ayso.org.Regions and Safety Directors should make first aid kits available at all fields of play and to all teams during practices and games. For details on contents, see ayso.org.

    79. Emergency Authorizations Coaches must have signed or eAYSO eSigned Player Registration Forms and any other required emergency authorization form on hand at all practices and games. Youth Volunteers must carry a signed copy of their Youth Volunteer Application and any additional required emergency authorization form with them while conducting their AYSO volunteer duties. The Safety Director should check with local emergency treatment facilities to ensure that the authorization on the Player Registration form is sufficient for treatment. If not, the additional form must be distributed to all coaches and signed by parents. Coaches must have the signed Player Registration forms with the emergency treatment authorization in their possession at all time during practices and games.The Safety Director should check with local emergency treatment facilities to ensure that the authorization on the Player Registration form is sufficient for treatment. If not, the additional form must be distributed to all coaches and signed by parents. Coaches must have the signed Player Registration forms with the emergency treatment authorization in their possession at all time during practices and games.

    80. Quiz…. A player suspected of having a concussion: Must be removed from play and evaluated for symptoms. Should not be allowed to return to play if any symptom(s) are present. Should be encouraged to seek professional medical care and medical release before returning to play. All of the above. The answer is d)The answer is d)

    81. Environmental Hazards AYSO officials have the responsibility to be aware of potential environmental conditions that pose hazards to its participants. These conditions include: Local public announcements and recommendations for these conditions should take precedence over published general safety guidelines.

    82. Environmental Hazards Hot Days Temperatures/humidity rising above normal increases risk of dehydration, heat exhaustion or heat stroke. Allow more frequent water breaks and substitutions; Notify players/volunteers 24 hours in advance about the importance of hydration. Remind participants of the importance of sunscreen and consider adding shade via tents. Whenever possible, schedule games outside the hottest part of the day. Allow for at least two hours between games and only two games per day for players.

    83. Environmental Hazards Wildfires Follow recommendations of local officials regarding safety / proximity to fire and air quality restrictions. Ash and particles in the air can cause significant health and respiratory problems.

    84. Environmental Hazards Cold Weather Cold temperatures increase risk of hypothermia, frostbite, and injury from numbness. Freezing rain, hail, snow, sleet or heavy rain can also cause field conditions to deteriorate rapidly, increasing risk of injury. Consider cancelling games if the weather is cold enough to adversely affect participants. Players should be permitted to wear appropriate and safe clothing (extra garments under the jersey/shorts, knit hats and gloves, etc.). Allowing players to wear appropriate extra equipment is referenced in the Guidance Manual ref: Law 4 and the National Rules and Regulations.Allowing players to wear appropriate extra equipment is referenced in the Guidance Manual ref: Law 4 and the National Rules and Regulations.

    85. Environmental Hazards Tornados/Hurricanes Upon notification of a tornado/hurricane warning, all activities should be cancelled until weather and field conditions are safe. Look out for dark, often greenish skies, and a wall cloud, large hail and loud roar similar to a freight train. Seek shelter immediately. Hurricanes are usually tracked days in advance. Cancel activities when hurricanes are imminent.

    86. Environmental Hazards Lightning Every AYSO event should have a lightning safety plan. Lightning can strike as far as 10 miles from where it is raining. When thunder is heard it is within striking distance – seek shelter immediately. Restart games after no thunder has been heard for 30 minutes or the ALL CLEAR SIREN has been sounded.

    87. Environmental Hazards Lightning – Seeking Shelter Safer Areas Inside a substantial building (roof and four walls) Inside a fully enclosed metal vehicle with windows up Unsafe Areas Open areas like playing fields or parking lots. Picnic shelters, near concession stands, under trees. Near flagpoles, goals, metal bleachers, electric equipment. Open Area without shelter Avoid standing in groups; spread out to reduce risk. Avoid being the tallest object; Avoid lying on the ground. Crouch on feet, keep head low.

    88. Environmental Hazards Take a moment at the beginning of activities to assess potential physical hazards which may include:

    89. Goalpost Safety Goalpost accidents kill at least one child and injure hundreds annually. Goals must be anchored and staked when in use.

    90. Quiz… When seeking shelter from lightning which statement is not true: It is safest inside a building with a roof and four walls. It is safer inside a metal vehicle with windows up. Avoid being the tallest object and seek shelter under the tree. When thunder is heard, lightning may strike. The answer is c). You should avoid being the tallest object, but do not seek shelter under a tree.The answer is c). You should avoid being the tallest object, but do not seek shelter under a tree.

    91. AYSO Volunteers What does it mean to be an AYSO Volunteer? You are entrusted with the AYSO Vision As an AYSO volunteer, we are entrusted with the AYSO vision and the protection of our children, fellow volunteers and resources.As an AYSO volunteer, we are entrusted with the AYSO vision and the protection of our children, fellow volunteers and resources.

    92. AYSO Role Models The messages we send by our behavior to impressionable young players are so important. Players emulate the behavior of adults at sporting events and develop long lasting attitudes and values based on what they see. Willing or not, we are role models and we must do our best to set proper examples. Willing or not, we are role models and impressionable young children are watching our behavior.Willing or not, we are role models and impressionable young children are watching our behavior.

    93. AYSO Role Models AYSO asks Volunteers to support the following principles designed to provide children with the maximum benefit from participating in youth sports. AYSO further asks all volunteers to support the following principles of sport and to provide the necessary role models for our children to receive the maximum benefit from participating in sports. This is the only way to create an environment that will “enrich children’s lives.”AYSO further asks all volunteers to support the following principles of sport and to provide the necessary role models for our children to receive the maximum benefit from participating in sports. This is the only way to create an environment that will “enrich children’s lives.”

    94. AYSO Principles of Sport Create an environment that enriches children’s lives: Treat children as individuals and in an age-appropriate manner. Help develop positive feelings of self-worth. Provide honest, positive encouragement. Athletics should develop the whole child. Remember enjoyment is critical to learning. The objective of the game is to win, but the goal is ENJOYMENT! Support the AYSO Team of officials, coaches, referees, and spectators. Treat children as individuals. Treat players in an age-appropriate manner. The objective of the game is to win, but the goal is ENJOYMENT! Support the AYSO Team of officials, coaches, referees, and spectators. Treat children as individuals. Treat players in an age-appropriate manner. The objective of the game is to win, but the goal is ENJOYMENT! Support the AYSO Team of officials, coaches, referees, and spectators.

    95. AYSO Principles of Sport Promote the benefits of soccer and sport because soccer: Contributes to physical well-being and physical fitness. Builds confidence and self-esteem. Promotes teamwork and cooperation. Encourages friendships. Contributes to physical well-being Builds confidence and self-esteem Promotes teamwork Fosters cooperation Encourages friendships Contributes to physical well-being Builds confidence and self-esteem Promotes teamwork Fosters cooperation Encourages friendships

    96. AYSO Principles of Sport While performing volunteer duties, remember the reasons kids play sports: To have fun! To improve skills and to learn new skills. To be with friends and make new friends. For the excitement of competition. To enjoy the success and recognition associated with sport. To have fun! To improve skills and to learn new skills. To be with friends and make new friends. For the excitement of competition, not the agony of defeat.. but To enjoy the success and recognition associated with sport. To have fun! To improve skills and to learn new skills. To be with friends and make new friends. For the excitement of competition, not the agony of defeat.. but To enjoy the success and recognition associated with sport.

    97. AYSO Principles of Sport Model and promote good sportsmanship: Demonstrate that winning is not the most important thing in sport. Character is just as important. Model how to win and lose graciously. Stress playing hard to win (rather than winning itself) and why it is important. Instill respect for teammates, opposing teams, coaches and referees. Encourage good behavior on and off the field. Stress that foul or abusive language will not be tolerated. When faced with the agony of defeat, Demonstrate that winning is not the most important thing in sport. Character is just as important. Model how to win and lose graciously. Stress playing hard to win (rather than winning itself) and why it is important. Stress that foul or abusive language will not be tolerated. When faced with the agony of defeat, Demonstrate that winning is not the most important thing in sport. Character is just as important. Model how to win and lose graciously. Stress playing hard to win (rather than winning itself) and why it is important. Stress that foul or abusive language will not be tolerated.

    98. AYSO Principles of Sport Model ethical conduct: Exhibit self-control, self-discipline at all times. Maintain emotional control and demonstrate respect for athletes, officials, coaches and others. Recognize the effect your behavior has on the players, coaches, officials and spectators. Maintain emotional control and demonstrate respect for athletes, officials, coaches and others. Exhibit self-control, self-discipline at all times. Recognize the effect your behavior has on the players, coaches, officials and spectators. Maintain emotional control and demonstrate respect for athletes, officials, coaches and others. Exhibit self-control, self-discipline at all times. Recognize the effect your behavior has on the players, coaches, officials and spectators.

    99. AYSO Principles of Sport Foster a “safe” learning environment: Encourage self-confidence and self-esteem. Show acceptance. React positively to mistakes. Give encouragement. Model appropriate interactions with others. Use positive instructional methods including specific feedback, encouragement and constructive criticism. Emphasize the importance of enjoying practice and games. Set achievable player and team goals at practices and games which encourage both personal and group goals. Show acceptance. React positively to mistakes. Give encouragement. Model appropriate interactions with others.Show acceptance. React positively to mistakes. Give encouragement. Model appropriate interactions with others.

    100. AYSO Principles of Sport Participate in continuing education: Stay updated on the following: Rule changes – AYSO, Laws in FIFA. Equipment improvements. Philosophical changes. Improved techniques to enhance health, safety and success of players and participants. Attend Regional meetings and training courses. Maintain records of completed training.

    101. AYSO Role Models Do not tolerate abusive behavior. Document and report any misconduct. Regional Boards should address any abuses, provide training and awareness, and if necessary take additional actions under the guidelines of Dispute Resolution and Due Process. If bad conduct becomes threatening or violent, contact the AYSO National Office immediately. The Reference Book contains procedures and guidelines for Dispute Resolution and Due Process. See Article 9 of the Standard Regional Guidelines and Due Process in Chapter 8, Regional Operations. Your Area Director and Area Staff can provide additional support and assistance. If bad conduct becomes violent or threatening, contact the National Office immediately.The Reference Book contains procedures and guidelines for Dispute Resolution and Due Process. See Article 9 of the Standard Regional Guidelines and Due Process in Chapter 8, Regional Operations. Your Area Director and Area Staff can provide additional support and assistance. If bad conduct becomes violent or threatening, contact the National Office immediately.

    102. Every AYSO venue is a kids zone! Kids Zone guidelines encourage appropriate sideline behavior – key to promoting a fun, safe, family-friendly environment. Parents and Spectators pledge to respect the tenets of Kids Zone. Coaches, Referees, Parents and Players abide by a Code of Conduct. Pass out the Codes of Conduct handout.Pass out the Codes of Conduct handout.

    103. Kids Zone Sidelines Spectators agree to respect the following rules: Kids are # 1 Fun, not winning is everything Fans only cheer, only coaches coach No yelling in anger Respect the volunteer referees No swearing No alcohol, tobacco products or other controlled substances No weapons Leave no trash behind Set a proper example of Good Sportsmanship The newest elements to the Kids Zone sideline tenets include: No alcohol, tobacco products including chewing tobacco, or other controlled substances, and no weapons even in Open Carry states. We are asking everyone on the sidelines to set proper examples of good sportsmanship.The newest elements to the Kids Zone sideline tenets include: No alcohol, tobacco products including chewing tobacco, or other controlled substances, and no weapons even in Open Carry states. We are asking everyone on the sidelines to set proper examples of good sportsmanship.

    104. AYSO Incident Report An Incident Report is required whenever there is a serious incident involving AYSO participants, activities, facilities, or property including: Regional Commissioner and Safety Directors can provide Incident Report forms – also available under Resources on www.ayso.org. Give the report to your Safety Director or Regional Commissioner.Regional Commissioner and Safety Directors can provide Incident Report forms – also available under Resources on www.ayso.org. Give the report to your Safety Director or Regional Commissioner.

    105. Remember, it’s for the Kids

    106. Thank you for volunteering to bring a quality youth soccer program to your community and for supporting the AYSO philosophies. Everyone Plays® Balanced Teams Open Registration Positive Coaching Good Sportsmanship Player Development Please thank everyone for volunteering to bring a quality youth soccer program to their communities and for supporting the AYSO philosophies of Everyone Plays ®, Balanced Teams, Open Registration, Positive Coaching, Good Sportsmanship, Player Development.Please thank everyone for volunteering to bring a quality youth soccer program to their communities and for supporting the AYSO philosophies of Everyone Plays ®, Balanced Teams, Open Registration, Positive Coaching, Good Sportsmanship, Player Development.

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