Tournament Team Information
General Information for Parents, Players, and Coaches
Please read the information below carefully
After reading, click the link at the bottom of this page to complete the Tournament Team Player Application.
Tournament Season
The Tournament Season has gone by several names over the years — including “All Stars” and “Select.” Players who sign up for the Tournament Season are usually those who ranked highest in the Region’s Primary Season evaluations. This is a common practice throughout most AYSO Regions, which is why these programs have carried those previous titles. In Region 15, we refer to them as Tournament Teams.
As with the Primary Season, the size of the Region’s membership determines how many Tournament Teams can be formed in each age division. Regions with larger memberships often have deeper player pools, allowing them to form stronger teams. Region 15, with under 700 players, is considered a smaller region.
It is Region 15’s goal to ensure that all players, coaches, and families have a fun and rewarding Tournament Season. The Region will determine how many Tournament Teams can be formed per age division based on:
The number of players who sign up to play
The end-of-season ranking of each player
The total number of qualified, eligible coaches
Once applications are received, the Tournament Season Committee will determine how many teams to form in each division. Players and coaches not placed on a team may be offered spots in a developmental or Winter/Spring League program to continue developing their skills.
Participating on a Tournament Team can be a very rewarding experience — with opportunities to travel to exciting cities across California and occasionally other nearby states. However, families should understand that membership on a Tournament Team is voluntary and typically involves a significant investment of both time and money.
Costs and Financial Responsibilities
Parents and players must be notified that there are typical costs associated with tournaments. Fees can range from $750 or more per team per tournament.
Each Tournament Team player is responsible for two payments of $300 (totaling $600). The first payment is due December 1st, and the second payment is due February 1st. These payments are separate from individual tournament and referee fees and help cover general program expenses such as administrative costs, field use, and equipment.
Referee deposits (typically $150 or more) are paid by each team and are refunded only after the team’s referees complete at least three games. To help offset these costs, Tournament Teams are encouraged to organize fundraising events.
Coaches must disclose all team-related expenses to parents and comply with all Tournament Rules, including refund policies. Region 15 is not responsible for any forfeiture of funds due to non-compliance.
All Region 15 Tournament Teams are required to participate in and support the Region 15 Armed Forces Day Tournament. Parents will be assigned volunteer shifts (2–3 hours) at the venue where their team competes. Shifts may begin as early as 6:00 a.m. and end as late as 7:00 p.m.
Team Formation and Selection
Not all players who express interest in joining a Tournament Team will be placed on one. The number of teams is determined by:
Player sign-ups per division
End-of-season player rankings
Number of qualified, eligible coaches
A coach cannot guarantee that a player will be on their team. Coaches may recommend that a player apply but may not promise or “recruit” players. Violations can result in disqualification from coaching a Tournament Team.
All Region 15 Tournament Teams will support the following Area 1F Tournaments and programs:
Region 16 Turkey Tournament (November)
Region 14 Christmas Classic (December)
Area 1F Founders Day Tournament (April)
Region 15 Armed Forces Day Tournament (May)
Area 1F Spring League (formerly PV Spring League, beginning in February)
After reviewing this information, families may register by completing the Tournament Season Player Application Form to be added to the eligibility list for team placement.
Player Eligibility
Age Divisions (10U–14U): If a player competed in a higher division during the regular season, they must continue in that same division during the Tournament Season. (Example: A 10U-aged player who played 12U must remain at 12U.)
Financial Assistance: Players who received financial aid for the regular season must reimburse Region 15 the full amount to be eligible.
Good Standing: All players are considered in good standing unless they were sent off (red card) or received three cautions (yellow cards) during the most recent season. These players must request a review board hearing to determine eligibility.
Protected and Remaining Players
Protected Players
If a Tournament Team coach has a child playing in the same division, that player is automatically placed on that coach’s team.
No other protected players are allowed.
Remaining Players
Remaining players are assigned based on age and skill level, determined through regular season evaluations and open tryouts.
If any conflicts arise, the Tournament Season Committee will make a final decision, with approval from the Regional Commissioner.
Coaches may not remove a player from their team without prior approval from the Tournament Season Coordinator and/or Regional Commissioner.
For more information, contact your Regional Commissioner or Tournament Season Coordinator.
Link to coaches application
Link top players application
Link to the Travel Rules and Regulations