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Welcome to The PHMSA Pitch Pulse, PHMSA’s Newsletter for everything you need to know about AYSO Region 281 – registration info, volunteer opportunities, season updates and more! Keep an eye out for The PHMSA Pitch Pulse for important news and updates coming from PHMSA.

Friday, June 12, 2026


FALL REGISTRATION OPEN 

REGISTER HERE



SUMMER CAMPS
Looking to kick-start your soccer skills over the Summer? Check out these Summer Camps in our area:

Challenger Sports – Quakes Camp  - EARLY BIRD PRICING ENDING SOON!

AMO Soccer Academy – Summer Camps


 

AYSO'S SIX PHILOSOPHIES
Did you know AYSO has 6 Core Philosophies? These are the principles that separate AYSO from other sports organizations. Stay tuned as we spotlight each philosophy – highlighting how it helps to provide a positive, fair and fun soccer experience for all our players.

POSITIVE COACHING
Coaches are some of the most influential people in shaping how young players develop in the game; from technical skills, sportsmanship, and passion coaches play a key role. We want all players on the pitch to feel encouraged and motivated, that’s why Positive Coaching is at the core of every AYSO coach training program. 



IT STARTS WITH YOU
CALLING ALL COACHES AND REFEREES – We need you out on the pitch! If you are brand new to the game or a seasoned veteran, PHMSA – AYSO Region 281 wants you. We have a world class training program to teach you everything you need to know, all you have to do is sign up. 



FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

There is a reason questions get put in this category – because they are asked every season! Follow along as we dive into some of the top questions asked each Fall.

WHAT IS THE PHMSA VOUNTEER REQUIREMENT & POINT SYSTEM?

To ensure each season runs successfully, PHMSA has a Volunteer Requirement & Point System to fill all the vital roles for the season. Every division has a list of Core Volunteers needed for that division to be a success. These core roles must be filled at the start of the season for the Team Managers to pick up uniforms.

In 10U and above a point system is implemented. This helps to ensure that all the games have referee coverage throughout the season. Each team earns 5 Volunteer Role Points (Coach, Asst Coach, Team Manager, Field Coordinator, PHMSA Cup Volunteer), while the team referees earn the rest of the points throughout the season. Teams must earn a total of 21 points (5 volunteer role points and 16 points from their referees) in order to participate in the elimination stages of the PHMSA Cup.

Your involvement directly impacts the success of our program to make soccer possible for our players! 

IMPORTANT DATES

8/01 – Practice Begins

8/22 – First day of Games 6U and up

8/23 – Picture Day

8/30 – Playground/Schoolyard begins

9/5 & 10/10 – NO GAMES

REMINDER: No earrings on the pitch. Now is the time to get ears pierced so they can have time to heal before the start of the season.



JOIN OUR TEAM!
We need more players to join our team! PHMSA’s Board consists of volunteer parents just like you; we work together to bring this program to life.

OPEN POSITIONS: Secretary, 19U Division Coordinator, Volunteer & Events Coordinator, Awards Coordinator, Safety Director, Assistant Coach Admin, Assistant Ref Admin

Contact [email protected] if you would like to fulfill one of the open positions.

Want to sit in on a board meeting? Check out our PHMSA Calendar to find the next meeting.


THE SOCIAL SIDE
Have you discovered our pages yet? Join us on Instagram and Facebook for updates on the season, AYSO facts, and fun soccer memes!

 

   

 

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Pleasant Hill/Martinez Soccer Association

52 Golf Club Rd Number 252 
Pleasant Hill, California 94523

Email Us: [email protected]
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