EXTRA & Alliance Resources

📚 EXTRA & Alliance Resources

Everything you need to support your involvement in Santa Monica’s AYSO EXTRA™ and Alliance programs — from official guidelines to helpful forms and training tools.

📝 Official Guidelines & Program Info

⚽ Section 1 EXTRA Program Key Philosophies

The EXTRA Program is designed to offer accelerated player development by providing AYSO players the opportunity to play in a more competitive league. The program adheres strictly to AYSO’s Six Core Philosophies:

  • Everyone Plays – Every player must play at least one half of each game.
  • Balanced Teams – Multiple teams per gender/age group must be balanced.
  • Open Registration – All players may try out; tryouts must be widely advertised.
  • Positive Coaching – Coaches must be properly trained and of the highest caliber.
  • Good Sportsmanship – All participants are held to a high standard of conduct.
  • Player Development – Certified coaching supports meaningful skill advancement.

📄 Game Card Preparation

Coaches must print game cards in advance using the official AYSO template.

  • Use quality card stock – flimsy paper gets damaged easily during games.
  • Fill out player names and numbers in numerical order, along with your team info.
  • Leave opponent info blank; referees will complete the back side on game day.

📥 Download the Two-Sided Fillable Game Card Template

Pro tip: This is a double-sided document — use proper printer settings for best results.

🧑‍🎓 ISPE (Independent Study PE) Credit for Middle Schoolers

Santa Monica middle school students may be eligible to earn PE credit through participation in AYSO-certified soccer teams.

🟢 Eligibility Requirements:

  • Be registered in AYSO (EXTRA or Alliance)
  • Participate in at least 200 minutes per week of physical activity
    (this includes team practices + Monday night skills sessions)
  • Submit the completed ISPE enrollment form to your school

This program allows students to waive daytime PE and use that time for electives or academic focus.

📥 Download the 2024–2025 ISPE Enrollment Form

⛑️ First Aid / CPR Training

We strongly encourage coaches and team managers to maintain active First Aid and CPR certifications. This supports a safe environment for players at all times.