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Board of Directors & Volunteers MY2025

AYSO Mira Mesa Soccer runs on the power of our volunteers! Each season the Region relies on parents, neighbors, relatives, and friends lending their time and talents to ensure that we deliver quality, fun AYSO soccer experience. There are so many ways to volunteer and with every hand and every hour that you can donate is appreciated and helps bring more soccer to more kids. Thank you for making a wonderful difference in our community!

For a list of the different ways to make a difference, please check out these volunteer roles.

Mira Mesa/Region 285 is structured under Area 11-R, which is made up of six (6) Regions of the American Youth Soccer Organization throughout San Diego County; North Park, Tierrasanta, Kearny Mesa, San Elijo and San Marcos.


AYSO's Mission & Vision:

To Be The Nationally Recognized Youth Soccer Program Of Choice
AYSO's Vision is to provide world class youth soccer programs that enrich children’s lives.
AYSO's Mission is to develop and deliver quality youth soccer programs which promote a fun, family environment based on AYSO's Six Philosophies:
  • Everyone Plays
  • Balanced Teams
  • Open Registration
  • Positive Coaching
  • Good Sportsmanship
  • 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 members of a team, in order to maximize their enjoyment of the game.

Board Member

Registration closes on 07/31/2026 at 11:59 PM
Season Dates: 08/01/2025 to 07/31/2026
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Referees & Volunteers

Registration closes on 07/31/2026 at 11:59 PM
 Season Dates: 08/01/2025 to 07/31/2026
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How to register as an adult Volunteer

AYSO Mira Mesa Region 285

Volunteer Requirements

AYSO Mira Mesa is 100% volunteer-run. Every coach, referee, team parent, board member, and field helper makes the season possible.

Thank You for Stepping Up

Thank you for volunteering with AYSO Mira Mesa. We are 100% volunteer-run, with no paid staff. No coaches, no referees, no team support, no sidelines without volunteers.

Whether you are coaching, refereeing, managing a team, serving on the board, or helping behind the scenes, there are required steps that help keep our players, families, and volunteers safe.

Volunteer Quick Start

Step 1

Log in to your Sports Connect account at miramesaayso.org.

Step 2

Register for your volunteer role for the current season.

Step 3

Complete your background check, SafeSport, Live Scan, and required AYSOU trainings.

Step 4

Wait for clearance before working directly with players.

What All Adult Volunteers Must Complete

Every adult volunteer must complete the required safety and role-specific requirements before participating with players.

Background Check

Required for adult volunteers through Sterling Volunteers.

SafeSport

Required for adult volunteers. Annual refreshers are required.

AYSO Safe Haven

Required AYSO child and volunteer safety training.

CDC Concussion Awareness

Required training for recognizing and responding to possible concussions.

Sudden Cardiac Arrest

Required safety training for California youth sports volunteers.

Live Scan Fingerprinting

Required for California volunteers. Must be completed specifically for AYSO.

Role-Specific Training

Coaches, referees, and other roles must complete the training required for their position.

Summary of the Laws

Coaches should complete AYSO’s Summary of the Laws of the Game.

Before You Start

All adult volunteers must have their own Sports Connect account, use a unique email address, and use their legal name for background check accuracy.

Use Your Existing Account

Do not create a second account if you already registered your player. Use the same account.

Use Your Legal Name

Your name must match your government ID for background screening and fingerprinting.

Use a Unique Email

Each adult volunteer needs their own email address tied to their volunteer record.

How to Register as an Adult Volunteer

Step 1: Log In

Log in to your existing Sports Connect account at miramesaayso.org. This is the same system used for player registration.

Login or Create Account Instructions

Step 2: Register for a Volunteer Role

In your account, click Volunteer, select the current season, choose your role, and submit your volunteer application.

Common roles include Head Coach, Assistant Coach, Referee, Team Manager, Board Member, and other support roles.

Volunteer Registration Instructions

Step 3: Complete or Renew Your Background Check

First-time volunteers must complete a background check through Sterling Volunteers. Returning volunteers must renew if their background check has expired.

After registering as a volunteer, your risk status will be evaluated automatically. If needed, you will receive an email from Sterling Volunteers. Check your spam or junk folder if you do not see it.

Step 4: Complete California Live Scan Fingerprinting

Under California AB 506, all youth sports volunteers must complete Live Scan fingerprinting. Live Scans are not transferable between organizations.

Even if you completed Live Scan for a school, scouts, another sport, or another organization, you must complete one specifically for AYSO. Do not complete Live Scan on your own without Region-specific paperwork, or it may not be accepted.

Step 5: Complete SafeSport Training

SafeSport is mandatory for adult volunteers. From Sports Connect, click the training or graduation cap area, locate SafeSport, and follow the link to create or log in to your SafeSport account.

Complete the SafeSport Trained course through U.S. Soccer Federation. The first course takes the longest, and annual refreshers are shorter.

SafeSport Registration Instructions

Step 6: Complete AYSOU Training in eTrainU

From your Sports Connect dashboard, open the training area and log in to eTrainU. Enroll in and complete the certifications required for your role before your first practice, game, or volunteer shift with players.

  • AYSO’s Safe Haven
  • CDC Concussion Awareness
  • Sudden Cardiac Arrest
  • AYSO Summary of the Laws of the Game, as applicable
  • Age-specific coach course for coaches
  • Referee certification course for referees

Role-Specific Training

Coaches

  • Age-appropriate coaching course
  • AYSO Safe Haven
  • CDC Concussion Awareness
  • Sudden Cardiac Arrest
  • SafeSport
  • Background check
  • Live Scan fingerprinting

Referees

  • Referee certification course
  • Online official course
  • Required field or in-person training, when applicable
  • AYSO Safe Haven
  • CDC Concussion Awareness
  • Sudden Cardiac Arrest
  • SafeSport, background check, and Live Scan for adult referees

Team Managers and Other Volunteers

  • Volunteer registration
  • Background check
  • SafeSport
  • AYSO Safe Haven
  • CDC Concussion Awareness
  • Sudden Cardiac Arrest
  • Live Scan fingerprinting for California adult volunteers

Before You Step on the Field

To coach, referee, manage, or interact with players, you must be cleared and current on all required safety items.

Cleared Background Check

Your risk status must be cleared before participation with players.

Current SafeSport

Your SafeSport certification must remain current throughout the season.

Completed AYSOU Certifications

Required online and role-specific trainings must be complete.

Completed Live Scan

California Live Scan must be completed specifically for AYSO.

Rosters cannot be released to coaches until required safety requirements are complete.

Employer Donations for Volunteer Hours

One of the most valuable and often overlooked ways to support our program is through employer donation programs tied to volunteer hours.

If you coach, referee, serve as a team parent, volunteer at events, or help with region operations, your employer may donate money to AYSO based on the time you volunteer.

Volunteer Grants

Many companies donate money to nonprofits based on employee volunteer hours.

No Extra Cost

These donations usually cost you nothing beyond the time you are already giving.

Local Impact

Employer donations help fund scholarships, equipment, uniforms, training, and safety supplies.

Information Needed for Employer Donation Requests

Organization Name American Youth Soccer Organization
Local Region AYSO Region 285 – Mira Mesa
Federal EIN 95-6205398
Nonprofit Status 501(c)(3)

Important: Always include “AYSO Region 285 – Mira Mesa” so donations are directed to our local league.

When to Submit

A good time to submit employer donation or volunteer grant requests is at the end of the Fall or Spring season, or once you have logged a meaningful number of volunteer hours.

Check your employer’s giving or volunteer portal. Many HR departments already have step-by-step instructions for these programs.

Need Help?

Complete your requirements before your first practice, game, or volunteer shift. This protects kids, protects volunteers, and keeps our region running the right way.

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Mira Mesa Soccer

PO Box 26507 
San Diego, California 92126

Email Us: [email protected]
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