How is AYSO organized?
The Region: The foundation of AYSO is the “Region”, or basic community program. Each Region is headed by a Regional Commissioner who, with the help of a Regional board, conducts business within the framework of AYSO’s philosophies, Rules and Regulations and Bylaws. Depending on its stage of development, a Region may have as few as 200 players or as many as 5,000, grouped into boys and girls divisions based on age. Regional Commissioners report to Area Directors. The Area: Several bordering Regions compose an “Area.” Each Area is headed by an Area Director who is responsible for performance and growth of the Area. Area Directors report to Section Directors. The Section: Section Directors are responsible for the general welfare and administration of a “Section.” A Section is composed of several bordering Areas and may cover a portion of a state, an entire state, or several states. The Board of Directors: A National Board of Directors governs the overall AYSO organization. Regional Commis
