From every team practice to every tournament and team party, safety is a big part of keeping things fun. We aim to provide a safe and positive environment where each child can learn, play and have fun. Each individual has the responsibly to help keep our youth safe. Here are a few safety tips to keep in mind:

• Advise your child never to leave a practice or game alone. Walk with a buddy whenever possible.
• Never let your child swing from or climb on a soccer goal as they have been known to tip over, resulting in serious injury and even death.
• A player must not wear anything that is dangerous. All items of jewelry (e.g., earrings, bracelets, rings) must be removed before stepping out on the field.

Whenever a player or youth volunteer has suffered an injury or illness that required the care of a physician or a visit to an emergency care facility, the Participation Release Form must be completed in full and signed by the child’s parents or guardians before the player or youth volunteer will be allowed to participate further in the program. In addition, if a player was evaluated by a medical professional, for symptoms of concussion, the Concussion Release Form must be completed and signed by a medical professional.

These forms protect not only AYSO, but more importantly, the participants. Players should not participate until they are fully healed and ready to play. The AYSO Participation Release Form and/or the AYSO Concussion Release Form must be completed and given to the Region 68 Safety Director before the return to participation in any AYSO activity.