FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
AYSO Region 4 Honors Inaugural Volunteers of the Year for Member Year 2025-2026
Agoura Hills, CA — AYSO Region 4 is proud to announce the inaugural recipients of its Volunteers of the Year Awards, celebrating individuals who exemplify the spirit of service and community that powers youth soccer in our community.
AYSO is a 100% volunteer-run organization, and Region 4 thrives thanks to the dedication of coaches, referees, team parents, board members, and countless others who give their time to ensure kids have a safe, fun, and inclusive place to play and learn soccer.
“This award is our way of recognizing the everyday heroes who make Region 4 possible,” said the Regional Commissioner Bill Barbato. “From setting up goals at 7 AM to mentoring young players, these volunteers embody the heart of AYSO.”
Region 4 encourages families to join in celebrating these outstanding contributors — and to consider stepping onto the field themselves. After all, every role in AYSO is filled by someone who simply said “yes.”
Coach of the Year: Edgar Vega
Referee of the Year: Andrew Kimery
Team Manager of the Year: Jaclyn Gorney
Volunteer of the Year: David Felberg
Lifetime Referee Award: Gerald Cusanovich
The Steven Cooper Lifetime Achievement Award: Steven Cooper
For more information or to get involved, visit aysoregion4.com.