Join the Team: Volunteer with Play Where You Stay!

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Play Where You Stay (PWYS)! We are thrilled that you want to support our mission of providing affordable, accessible soccer programming to kids across Memphis.

To help you see how our opportunities align with your schedule or volunteer hour requirements, here is a breakdown of our seasonal programs and what it looks like to be a PWYS volunteer.

Why Our Volunteers Matter

At Play Where You Stay, volunteers aren’t just extra hands on the field—you are the heartbeat of our program.

By removing the traditional barriers to youth sports, we bring the game directly into Memphis neighborhoods. Our volunteers play a crucial role in making this possible. When you volunteer with us, you are doing so much more than chasing soccer balls; you are providing the consistent mentorship, positive energy, and safe environment that our players need to thrive both on and off the pitch. Your time and dedication directly impact a child’s confidence, teamwork skills, and love for the game.

Our Programs & Schedules

Neighborhood Soccer Program (Kindergarten–5th Grade)

  • Fall Season: Mid-August through October

  • Spring Season: March through May

  • Weekly Practices: 2–3 times per week (depending on location). Sessions run for about an hour on weekdays between 3:00 PM and 5:00 PM at various neighborhood sites across Memphis.

  • Game Days: Every Saturday from 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM at the Kroc Center.

Summer Soccer Camps

  • When: May and June

  • Details: Extra volunteer opportunities with flexible schedules that vary by camp location and program.

What to Expect as a Volunteer

By bringing your energy to the field, you help create a safe, fun, and supportive environment for our players.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assisting coaches with drills and fun soccer activities.

  • Encouraging, mentoring, and supervising young players.

  • Helping with equipment setup and cleanup.

Volunteer Requirements:

To ensure a consistent, high-quality experience for our kids, we ask that our volunteers commit to the following:

  • Orientation: Attend a pre-season coaches’ meeting and orientation.

  • Consistency: Commit to volunteering for the entire season. Showing up regularly is key to building meaningful relationships with the kids!

  • Transportation: Have reliable transportation, as our program locations are spread throughout the city of Memphis.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If this sounds like the perfect fit for your schedule and goals, we would love to have you on board!

Get in Touch

For more information or to take the next step, please contact our Director of Coaching, Paul Bobai, at Paul@playwhereyoustay.org.