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AYSO Region 13
Pasadena Area Youth Soccer

Volunteer FAQs

Frequently asked questions for AYSO Region 13 volunteers.

Volunteer FAQs

Common questions about volunteering with Region 13.

Getting Started

What do I need to do to volunteer?

  1. Register as a volunteer through InLeague
  2. Complete background check (free, through Sterling Volunteers)
  3. Complete LiveScan fingerprinting (one-time, at Only Stop Travel on Woodbury)
  4. Complete required safety training (Safe Haven, Concussion Awareness, Sudden Cardiac Arrest)
  5. Complete SafeSport training (annual renewal)
  6. Complete role-specific training (coach, referee, or team manager)

How long does the background check take?

Allow several days for processing by Sterling Volunteers.

Do I need to renew anything annually?

Yes. SafeSport training requires annual renewal. Background checks are also completed annually.

What if my SafeSport completion doesn’t show in InLeague?

You can manually request status correction by submitting your certification documentation to the appropriate email.

Training

Where do I find training classes?

Register through eTrainU, accessible through your InLeague profile. In-person classes are scheduled in August before the fall season.

How long are the training courses?

  • Safe Haven: 20 minutes online
  • 8U Coach/Referee: 4 hours
  • Regional Referee: Full day (approximately 8 hours)
  • Division-specific coach training: 3-4 hours

Do I need to complete training before every season?

Most training is one-time. SafeSport requires annual renewal.

Roles

What roles are available?

Team-level roles: Coach, Assistant Coach, Referee, Team Manager

Board positions: Region Commissioner, Division Administrators, Coordinators, and more. See Volunteer Roles for the complete list.

Can I volunteer without coaching or refereeing?

Yes. Team managers handle logistics and communication. Field hosts staff the information tent. There are also board positions focused on administration, events, and communication.

How much time does volunteering require?

Time varies by role:

  • Team Manager: A few hours weekly during season
  • Coach: 1-2 practices weekly plus Saturday games
  • Referee: Game days
  • Board positions: Varies from 2 hours monthly to 20+ hours during peak periods

Contact

  • General questions: info@ayso13.org
  • Phone: 626-316-6900
  • Address: 711 W. Woodbury Rd., Unit E, Altadena, CA 91001

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