Scroll: The scroll is divided into three parts. The lower level contains the words "Attitude & Fitness". Since training and application of training are impossible without these two qualities, they aptly form the 'foundation' upon which the entire coat of arms rests. The upper level of scrollwork contains the words "Technique" and "Strategy". These additional two characteristics constitute the primary emphasis of SAYSO training.

Colors: The colors of the United States of America are proudly displayed. In traditional heraldry, red represents warrior-like qualities, strength, and magnanimity. White represents peace and sincerity. Blue represents truth and loyalty. Yellow or gold represents generosity and elevation of the mind.

Nine stars: Each star represents one year in the training of SAYSO players (i.e., U9 to U18.)

Embattled Line: The top of the shield is drawn in the shape of ramparts or fortress walls. When attacked, these ramparts become an 'embattled line,' the symbolism of which in youth soccer is plenary.

Chevron: When added to a shield, a chevron (the roof of a house) represents protection (i.e., the protection of the ramparts achieved by those who have worked to create it.) Soccer contests are often 'won by not losing,' a phrase which underscores the critical contribution of defensive play ('protection') to the outcome.

Cricket: The cricket is in the first 'quadrant' of the shield. All U8 SAYSO players start in the Spring Cricket Program where they "jump around for fun." In the first quadrant, the cricket represents the first step on the road to eventually carrying the torch (i.e., adulthood) and passing it on (i.e., mentorship.) Crickets do their work at night, chirping in the dark, without having the benefit of knowing what the light of the next day will bring. The cricket is not a traditional heraldic symbol, though the grasshopper (signifying "noble and home-bred") is similar in appearance.

Gryphon: The gryphon ('griffin' or 'griffon') is shown in the second quadrant of the shield, since the gryphon 'stage' follows the cricket 'stage.' The gryphon is a mythical creature - a mixture of the head, wings, and talons of an eagle, and the body, legs, and tail of a lion. This dichotomy aptly describes U9-U13 players as they make the transition from recreational to competitive soccer (i.e., from cricket to torch bearer.) Gryphons represent valor and death-defying bravery. Seated, a gryphon also represents vigilance. Standing, the gryphon represents steadfast defiance.

Torch and Wheat:  The torch (surrounded by the heads of wheat) is in the third 'quadrant' of the shield to indicate the ultimate goal towards which all SAYSO players work. A torch is used in heraldry to represent life, zealousness, truth, and intelligence. And, just as SAYSO coaches and referees give of their time to 'pass on the torch' of their love for the game to SAYSO players, eventually these players will be doing the same for children yet unborn. Wheat heads (ears) represent faithfulness. A wheat sheaf represents the harvest of one's hopes - hopes which have been brought to fruition by the harvest after hard work and sacrifice.

Laurel leaves: A wreath of laurel leaves is a traditional heraldic symbol for triumphant peace (i.e., the peace after a well-fought battle is won.)

Soccer balls: Soccer balls are not traditional heraldic symbols. They represent what Pele named "...the beautiful game."