AYSO Region 73

Howard Johnson Joins Region 73 as the Hotel of Choice for Your Soccer, Tournament, & Travel Needs
Region 73 is pleased to have our local Howard Johnson's support of AYSO and the 1800 children in which we serve.
Howard Johnson, where you feel at home.
2700 White Lane, Bakersfield, Ca. 93304

Fall 2012 Registration Dates for Guaranteed Play
March 4, 2012 - April 1, 2012

Registration for the Fall 2012 season will be held on two more Sundays in 2012, Sunday, March 4, & April 1 at the State Farm Sports Village (formally Bakersfield Sports Village) from 9 am. to 2 pm. Register at the Information Booth just north of the Snack Bar. Fees for 2012 are $110 (cash, check, and all major credit cards accepted) and include uniforms, pictures, insurance and a season of full of fun. Take advantage of the early sign up for guaranteed play.

New Players will be required to show verification of date of birth.

AYSO's Vision is to provide world class youth soccer programs that enrich children's lives.
AYSO's Mission is to develop and deliver quality youth soccer programs which promote a fun, family environment based on AYSO's Six Philosophies:
•  Everyone Plays
•  Balanced Teams
•  Open Registration
•  Positive Coaching
•  Good Sportsmanship
•  Player Development

The mission is accomplished by providing these essential services:
•  Coaching and referee programs including quality delivery systems
•  Quality administartion and operating systems with a support network
•  Strong financial position
•  Special network for volunteers, supported by a national staff
•  Program research and development

Divisional Program Information
U6   U8   U10   U12   U14   U19

State Farm Obtains Naming Rights to Bakersfield Sports Village

The City of Bakersfield has announced the new name of State Farm Sports Village for Phase I and Phase II of the sports complex located on Ashe Road just north of Taft Highway.

State Farm employs over 1,300 people in the Bakersfield area and has supported the arts, youth events and school projects for many years. City Manager Alan Tandy said: "The City is delighted to partner with one of our major employers on a project which will bring better health and family activities to our citizens." The five year agreement with the City of Bakersfield includes a total amount of $500,000 to be paid in two installments in 2012. Funds from the naming rights agreement will go toward the construction of Phase II at State Farm Sports Village. 

For the complete Department of Recreation & Parks press release, click here.

Congratulations to the Region 73 Invitational Champs

Region 73 would like to thank all the volunteers who made this years Invitational Tournament a success! We would like to congratulate all the players who participated.  The teams all played so hard and we hope everyone enjoyed the opportunity.  Thank you to the spectators who supported the teams despite the cold and rain.  A special congratulations to our 1st place teams who are the first ever champions at the brand new Bakersfield Sports Village. We hope to see everyone again next year. 

U10 Boys - U10B13 Dynamite
U10 Girls - U10G09 Fireballs
U12 Boys - U12B07 Hornets
U12 Girls Gold - U12G11 Royal Pains
U12 Girls Silver - U12G05 Lady Dragons
U14 Boys - U14B05 Gladiators
U14 Girls - U14G01 Blue Dynamite

Check out the Photo Gallery Page or click on the team name above for a full size picture.

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