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AYSO Region 359 NW Bakersfield

Coaches

AYSO Region 359

Coach Administrator: Chris Benhardt

Email: [email protected]

Phone: (661) 241-3330

Rosters will only be given to coaches who have completed their background checks and fingerprinting during the first week of August at the division coaches meeting.
All divisions.

Practice fields and times will be handed out to coaches who have completed all required online training.
All divisions.

Uniforms will be given to coaches who have completed their in-person training.

6U & 8U: No in-person training required. Uniforms will be distributed with practice fields.
10U, 12U, 14U, 16U/19U: In-person training is required.

Coach Binder

The Coach Binder provides key dates, expectations, and resources to support your coaching efforts throughout the season.

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Coach Training

Age-appropriate training is required for all coaches and assistant coaches from 6U through 19U. Please arrange to attend a training class and complete the required online training, including Safe Haven and CDC Concussion, to become a certified coach.

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Coach Manual

Access the AYSO Coaching Manual and training resources here:

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Coach Tips

For tips on passing out uniforms, handling uniform issues, player forms, and filling out game cards, visit the Coach Tips page.

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No Referee for Your Game?

If there is no referee assigned or available for your scheduled game, please review the guidance at the link below for what to do next.

View Referee Guidance

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AYSO Region 359 NW Bakersfield

PO Box 20663 
Bakersfield, California 93390

Email Us: [email protected]
Phone : 661-241-3330
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