About
AYSO Region 780 - Kearny Mesa Soccer offers AYSO Playground Soccer, AYSO Schoolyard Jamboree, AYSO Core Program, AYSO United Club Program, and AYSO EXTRA. Playground Soccer is a child development program with no competition, Schoolyard Jamboree uses three players per team with a parent or other adult on the field and does not count goals, and the Core Program uses the Everyone Plays philosophy and balanced teams.
Programs
- AYSO Playground Soccer — Ages 3-5 · Child development program; no competition; sessions should be no more than 60 minutes. Time and dates vary by Region.
- AYSO Schoolyard Jamboree — Ages 4-5 · Three players per team with a parent or other adult on the field; low-pressure setting; goals are not counted.
- AYSO Core Program — Ages 6-19 · Primary program; home to the majority of players; spans 6U-19U divisions.
- AYSO United Club Program — Ages 10-19 · Year-round club program; tryout-based; higher commitment level required.
- AYSO EXTRA — Tryout-based program for players looking for a challenging environment with emphasis on technical and tactical development.
At a glance
- Ages: 3–18 years old
About the provider
The mission statement is, "Providing world class youth soccer programs that enrich children's lives." The leadership team includes Regional Commissioner Bryan Rios, Coach Administrator Erika Tischofer, Registrar Annette Giordano, CVPA Ariana Rios, Safety Director Martha Leon, and Treasurer Denver McClellan, with Referee Administrator and Secretary listed as OPEN. Monthly board meetings are typically held the first Tuesday of every month, and volunteers and parents are welcome to attend.
AYSO states that the effective date of age determination for registration shall be the player's age as of December 31 looking ahead of the Membership Year. Playground is a child development program with no competition. Schoolyard Jamboree is a low-pressure setting where goals are not counted. Core uses the Everyone Plays philosophy and balanced teams.
Last updated October 9, 2026.
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