Weather Policies

The safety of our players and their families are of paramount importance to AYSO. The following weather policies are in place to promote the safety of our players, volunteers, and spectators.

ALWAYS ASSUME THAT GAMES WILL BE PLAYED

If a game is called off due to weather/field conditions the Byron Center AYSO Regional Commissioner will communicate that to all participants with an email through Sports Connect. Please maintain a current email address in your account here. These notices may also appear on our Facebook page: facebook.com/byroncenterayso

Rain

Games are not called off for rain alone and will be played in a reasonable amount of rainfall. If at game time, or during the game, rain becomes significant the Referees and Coaches may come to a joint decision to call off a game. The Game Cancellation procedures must be followed if a game is called off by coaches.

Having a practice in the rain is up to the coaches discretion.

Thunder/Lightning

If thunder is heard or lightning is see all AYSO activities are to be suspended immediately and shelter should be sought. Activities may begin again 30 minutes after the last thunder is heard or lightning is seen.

AYSO Severe Weather Play National policies (pdf)

Cold

Games are played in cold temperatures. Players may wear long athletic pants instead of their shorts, they still need to wear their long socks over their shin guards. Players are encouraged to wear hats and gloves during cold weather. Coaches should consider having blankets for players that are sitting out to keep warm.

These are our general guidelines for cold temperatures, however ALWAYS ASSUME THAT GAMES WILL BE PLAYED unless you are notified by Byron Center AYSO.

Heat

Games are played when it's hot. The Regional Commissioner may call off games and practices during heat events. These are our general guidelines for warm temperatures, however ALWAYS ASSUME THAT GAMES WILL BE PLAYED unless you are notified by Byron Center AYSO:.

Like all physical exertion activities, players are encouraged to bring proper hydrating fluids with them to all games and practices.