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Dates, Locations Announced for USYS’ 2024-25 Event Schedule

FRISCO, Texas (Nov. 12, 2024) – To kick off the start of its new seasonal year, US Youth Soccer today announced dates and locations for all of its 2024-25 events. The full schedule features events in 12 cities throughout nine U.S. states and will also have teams competing internationally in four different countries.

Among the events are USYS’ top competitions and competitive programs – the National Championships, Presidents Cup, National League, and the Olympic Development Program (ODP) – which will continue the momentum for the largest youth sport organization in the country, fresh off celebrating its golden anniversary.

US Youth Soccer’s premier event, the National Championships presented by New York Life, will return to familiar venues. Headlining the locations is ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at Walt Disney World Resort, which will host the event’s storied final stage for the fourth consecutive year.

  • June 20-25, 2025: Midwest Regional Championships at the Scheels Overland Park Soccer Complex and Garmin Olathe Soccer Complex in Overland Park, Kan.
  • June 20-25, 2025: Far West Regional Championships at the Simplot Sports Complex in Boise, Idaho.
  • June 27-July 2, 2025: Southern Regional Championships at the MoneyGram Soccer Park and Toyota Soccer Center in Dallas, Texas.
  • June 28-July 3, 2025: Eastern Regional Championships at the Hal and Berni Hanson Regional Park, Philip A. Bolen Memorial Park, and Potomack Lakes Sportsplex in Loudoun County, Va.
  • July 22-July 27, 2025: National Championships at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex and ChampionsGate Sports Complex near Orlando, Fla. 

Presidents Cup, US Youth Soccer’s alternative championship event, will enter its first full summer with Springhill Suites by Marriott as its presenting partner. 

  • June 13-17, 2025: Eastern Presidents Cup at The Proving Grounds and Plymouth Whitemarsh High School in Valley Forge, Pa.
  • June 13-17, 2025: Midwest Presidents Cup at the Creve Coeur Park Soccer Complex and the SportPort International in St. Louis, Mo.
  • June 13-17, 2025: Southern Presidents Cup at Russell Creek Park in Plano, Texas.
  • June 13-17, 2025: Far West Presidents Cup at the Simplot Sports Complex in Boise, Idaho.
  • July 11-15, 2025: National Presidents Cup at the Tournament Sportsplex of Tampa Bay in Tampa, Fla.

The National League and its robust schedule kicked off earlier this month. Four events will follow in the preceding six months, with December, January, and February rounding off four consecutive months of competition before the final event in May.

  • November 1-4 and 8-11, 2024: Quarterfinals at the Arizona Athletic Grounds in Mesa, Ariz.
  • December 6-9 and 13-16, 2024: Quarterfinals at the Arizona Athletic Grounds in Mesa, Ariz.
  • January 10-13 and 17-21, 2025: Quarterfinals at the Arizona Athletic Grounds in Mesa, Ariz.
  • February 21-25, 2025: Semifinals at the Round Rock Multipurpose Complex in Round Rock, Texas.
  • May 2-6, 2025: Semifinals at the SoCal Sports Complex in Oceanside, Calif.

Lastly, ODP will continue bringing its four regions together in January, where several days of practices and games will determine this year’s National Select Teams. Those chosen will represent the program in both domestic and international competition this coming spring, with top Italian sides AC Milan, Inter Milan, and Juventus highlighting the noteworthy list of opponents.

  • January 16-20 and January 30-February 3, 2025: Interregionals at the ChampionsGate Sports Complex near Orlando, Fla.
  • March 28-April 4, 2025: Friendlies for the 2010 National Teams in Costa Rica
  • April 1-9, 2025: Friendlies for the 2009 National Teams in England
  • April 13-22, 2025: Tournament for the 2008 National Teams in Italy
  • April 14-19, 2025: Easter International Cup for the 2011/12 National Teams in Orlando, Fla.
  • April 23-May 3, 2025: Friendlies for the 2007 National Teams in Spain.

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About US Youth Soccer

US Youth Soccer, the largest youth sport organization in the country, is on a mission to provide world-class support, resources, and leadership, helping every member fulfill their goals on and off the field of play. US Youth Soccer registers nearly 2.5 million players annually. Through its programming, resources and leadership, US Youth Soccer is advancing the game for its 54 Member State Associations, 10,000 clubs and leagues and one million administrators, coaches, and volunteers. US Youth Soccer connects families and communities to the power of sports and its shared love of soccer. US Youth Soccer provides a path for every player, coach and referee offering programs that provide a fun, safe and healthy environment at every level of the game.

US Youth Soccer Reveals 2023-24 Event Locations Ahead of 50th Anniversary

FRISCO, Texas (October 12, 2023) – US Youth Soccer (USYS) is thrilled to kick off its year-long celebration of its 50th anniversary by revealing the full slate of major events for the 2023-24 season.

The event schedule, which features competition in five U.S. time zones, includes National Championship Series, Presidents Cup and National League events, plus USYS Olympic Development Program (ODP) teams playing in established tournaments against club and international teams for the second-straight year.

Headlining the list is a return to the Stryker Sports Complex in Wichita, Kan., for National Presidents Cup and the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Orlando, Fla., for Nationals to close down our championship season.

Each site was carefully picked to ensure it truly enhances the experience for those involved, setting the stage for a year to remember.

  • National League Elite 64 Playoffs: Legacy Park in Mesa, Ariz., from November 3-6, 2023, and November 10-13, 2023.
  • National League Conference Playoffs: ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Orlando, Fla., from December 1-4, 2023, and December 8-11, 2023.
  • Olympic Development Program (ODP) Interregionals: ChampionsGate Sports Complex in Orlando, Fla., from January 18-22, 2024 (Girls), and January 24-28, 2024 (Boys).
  • National League Elite 64 Playoffs: Austin Tindall Sports Complex and ChampionsGate Sports Complex in Greater Orlando, Fla., from January 19-23, 2024, and January 26-30, 2024.
  • National League P.R.O.: Tournament Sportsplex of Tampa Bay in Tampa, Fla., from February 23-27, 2024.
  • Dallas Cup (ODP): Multiple facilities in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, from March 23-31, 2024.
  • Easter International Cup (ODP): Multiple facilities in Greater Orlando, Fla., from March 27-30, 2024.
  • National League P.R.O.: SoCal Sports Complex in Oceanside, Calif., from May 3-7, 2024.
  • Eastern Presidents Cup: Shawnee Sports Complex in Charleston, W.Va., and the Barboursville Soccer Complex in Barboursville, W.VA., from June 14-18, 2024.
  • Midwest Presidents Cup: Yankton Trail Park in Sioux Falls, S.D., from June 14-18, 2024.
  • Southern Presidents Cup: Russell Creek Park in Plano, Texas, from June 14-18, 2024.
  • Far West Presidents Cup: Regional Athletic Complex in Salt Lake City, Utah, from June 14-18, 2024.
  • Midwest Regional Championships: Garmin Olathe Soccer Complex in Olathe, Kan., and Schools Overland Park Soccer Complex in Overland Park, Kan., from June 21-26, 2024.
  • Southern Regional Championships: Tournament Sportsplex of Tampa Bay in Tampa, Fla., and the Lake Myrtle Soccer Complex in Auburndale, Fla., from June 21-27, 2024.
  • Far West Regional Championships: Waipio Peninsula Soccer Complex in Honolulu, Hawaii, from June 21-27, 2024.
  • Eastern Regional Championships: Shawnee Sports Complex in Charleston, W.Va., and the Barboursville Soccer Complex in Barboursville, W.Va., from June 27 – July 3, 2024.
  • National Presidents Cup: Stryker Sports Complex in Wichita, Kan., from July 12-16, 2024.
  • National Championships: ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Orlando, Fla., from July 23-28, 2024.

There will be much to recognize in 2024, whether it be the newly-crowned champions of Presidents Cup and our National Championships or USYS’ anniversary. As the calendar gets ready to flip, US Youth Soccer is excited to embark on a year-round celebration commemorating its 50 years of growing the game by revealing new, branded marks for the landmark.

The 50th anniversary marks include primarily blue and primarily red versions of the shield logo, as well as one where the “50” is gold in a nod to the golden anniversary.

US Youth Soccer was founded in 1974 and features 2.5 million players participating annually. Its mission is “To provide world-class support, resources, and leadership, helping every member fulfill their goals on and off the field of play.”

USYS also unveiled a campaign slogan “It Starts with US | Youth Soccer,” where the “US” serves as a double entendre, representing both the word “us” and the United States portion of the organizational name.

Video reveal of new campaign slogan and 50th-anniversary mark can be found here.

“We are proud to celebrate our 50th anniversary and thank the millions of players who have donned the USYS shield over the last five decades,” said US Youth Soccer CEO Skip Gilbert.

“We recognize those who founded our wonderful organization and the executives at our national office and the State Associations who made — and continue to make — US Youth Soccer what it is today. Most, we want to acknowledge past and present players, coaches, volunteers, parents and family members who are the lifeblood of our organization.”

About the United States Youth Soccer Association (US Youth Soccer)

US Youth Soccer, the largest youth sport organization in the country, is on a mission to provide world-class support, resources, and leadership, helping every member fulfill their goals on and off the field of play. US Youth Soccer registers nearly 2.5 million players annually. Through its programming, resources and leadership, US Youth Soccer is advancing the game for its 54 Member State Associations, 10,000 clubs and leagues and one million administrators, coaches, and volunteers. US Youth Soccer connects families and communities to the power of sports and its shared love of soccer. US Youth Soccer provides a path for every player, coach and referee offering programs that provide a fun, safe and healthy environment at every level of the game.

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National Presidents Cup Champions Crowned in Wichita

WICHITA, Kansas (July 11, 2023) – Fourteen champions were crowned Tuesday in Wichita, Kansas, after 104 teams competed at the US Youth Soccer (USYS) National Presidents Cup held at the Stryker Sports Complex from July 7-11.

2023 marked the 15th anniversary of the event and proved a fitting celebration of the year-long journey that more than 5,000 teams began last fall.

Twelve US Youth Soccer State Association’s left Wichita with hardware, after teams from Kansas (2), Utah (2), Eastern Pennsylvania (1), Virginia (1), Ohio (1), Illinois (1), Michigan (1), South Texas (1), Florida (1), Tennessee (1), Cal South (1), and Montana (1) all claimed the cup.

Wichita-based club Kansas Rush Wichita Academy (KS) played the part of local hero in the Sunflower State, with its 16 and under and 17 and under girls etching their name in Presidents Cup history. The 2007 Girls (16U) raised the storied trophy after topping Allegheny Force (PAW) 1-0 on Tuesday, putting the finishing touches on a strong five-game run that included four wins and one draw. The 2006 Girls (17U) left Stryker Sports Complex with the same record as their club counterpart and also ended the week in high spirits after besting Rebel Elite FC (UT) 1-0 in a close final match.

Adam Hunter, head coach of Kansas Rush Wichita Academy 06G (KS), touched on what it meant for his club to play — and win — in its home city.

“It was really important that the girls showed well at home in front of our community,” Hunter said. “When US Youth Soccer decided that they would host the tournament here in Wichita, our club wanted to be a part of that and we entered as many teams as possible.”

Hunter also gave insight into why his team was so successful during a competitive national event.

“We’ve got a great group of girls who seem to be very close together and they support each other,” he said. “It’s reaffirming to win the game and do it as one together.”

Billings United G2004 Pink PR (MT) — the 19U Girls Champions — came out on top of a penalty-kick shootout in the final match thanks to the heroics of goalkeeper Maria Ackerman. Billings United not only left Wichita with their name on the 19U trophy, but also in Treasure State lore after becoming the first team from Montana to win the National Presidents Cup in its 15-year history.

On the boys’ side of the competition, Team America 04 Bata (VA), in its fourth straight year at National Presidents Cup, finally left on top during its last run. Having left Murfreesboro, TN (2019), Des Moines, IA (2021), and Greensboro, NC (2022), empty handed, ‘Bata Nation’ left nothing to chance with a 6-2 win over Havasu Academy 04B (AZ) and let out four years’ worth of celebrations after the final whistle.

Daynor Garcia, head coach of Team America 04 Bata, foreshadowed his team’s success last month at the Eastern Presidents Cup in Valley Forge, Pennsylvania.

“All these games help,” Garcia said. “It brings our team together, (with) the celebrations, all the memories that we’re gonna have. It’s going to carry our pride over to Nationals.”

Look back at the National Presidents Cup Champions…

 

Boys

Age Group Champions Finalists
13U Atlas FC 13U (STX) J.A.E Academy 10 (NJ)
14U Miami Lakes United 09 Boys (FL) Necaxa USA Red – B2009 (CA-S)
15U AVSC Storm Red B08 (CA-S) Carol Stream Panthers Academy 2008 (IL)
16U FC Ballyhoo 07 Boys Black (EPA) 07 North Carolina Rush Triad Blue (NC)
17U L30 Utah Blitzz FC B06 – Black (UT) Den of Lions Strikers – 2006 (NJ)
18U PSA Lanus (TN) Evolution 05 Boys Mercurial (IL)
19U Team America 04 Bata (VA) Havasu Academy 04B (AZ)

Girls

Age Group Champions Finalists
13U Columbus United G’10 Toffees (OH) Kansas Rush Wichita Academy 10G (KS)
14U Ignite FC – 09G Orange (UT) Empire F.C. 2009 Gold Girls (IL)
15U FC-1 Academy Girls 2008 Elite Blue (IL) Tupelo Futbol Club 2008 Girls (MS)
16U Kansas Rush Wichita Academy 07G (KS) AFFC 2007 Girls (PAW)
17U Kansas Rush Wichita Academy 06G (KS) Rebel Elite FC 06 (UT)
18U MFA Revolution 05G Black (MI) KCSG 05G (MO)
19U Billings United G2004 Pink PR (MT) G2004 Paisley Athletic Academy (NJ)
 

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About the US Youth Soccer Presidents Cup

The US Youth Soccer Presidents Cup is designed for teams seeking additional challenges to play against teams of similar abilities for a national title. Presidents Cup provides a progressive and competitive experience to teams, allowing them to participate in a series of unique experiences highlighting competition, camaraderie, and community from the state to regional to national levels of US Youth Soccer. The US Youth Soccer Presidents Cup is a separate series of events from the US Youth Soccer National Championship Series. For more information, please visit the Presidents Cup page..

About the United States Youth Soccer Association (US Youth Soccer)

US Youth Soccer, the largest youth sport organization in the country, is on a mission to provide world-class support, resources, and leadership, helping every member fulfill their goals on and off the field of play. US Youth Soccer registers nearly 2.5 million players annually. Through its programming, resources and leadership, US Youth Soccer is advancing the game for its 54 Member State Associations, 10,000 clubs and leagues and nearly 1 million administrators, coaches, and volunteers. US Youth Soccer connects families and communities to the power of sports and its shared love of soccer. US Youth Soccer provides a path for every player, offering programs that provide a fun, safe and healthy environment for players at every level of the game.

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National Championship Berths Clinched at Midwest Regional Championships

Scores & Standings

ST. LOUIS, Missouri (June 28, 2023) – More than 220 teams competed June 23-28 at the Midwest Regional Championships in St. Louis, Missouri. Games were played at the Lou Fusz Athletic Complex and Creve Coeur Park Soccer Complex with a trip to the National Championships on the line. 

US Youth Soccer’s Midwest Region, which consists of 13 State Associations, will send 26 teams from the Regional Championships to the national competition held July 17-23 in Orlando, Florida. Multiple State Associations had teams crowned champions, with Illinois (3), Wisconsin (2), Nebraska (2), Ohio (2), Iowa (1), Indiana (1), Missouri (1), South Dakota (1), and Minnesota (1) all highlighted. 

Jeff Tottleben, head coach of LFA Tottleben 05G (MO), talked about what the 2023 US Youth Soccer Midwest Regional Championship experience means to advance from regionals for a chance at the national title. 

“This is such a magnificent event, and over the years you get to know all these teams pretty well and realize how many good teams are out there,” Tottleben said. “So, advancing out of the Midwest regionals would be amazing to see. This is our last hoorah here, so every excited to be with them this summer playing at this caliber of an event, so excited to see what we can do!”  

Look back at the Midwest Regional Championship Winners…

Boys
Age GroupChampionsFinalists
13UPonys F.C. 2010 (IL)WIUFC 2010 Boys Premier (WI)
14URaiders FC 2009 (CR1-IL)Galaxy SC 2009 MWC (CR2-IL)
15USC Wave Cadence 08 (WI)Galaxy 2008 MWC (IL)
16UFC United – DSM 2007B (IA) (AQ)Hoosier FC 2007 Elite Wolves NL (IN) (AQ)
17UGEA B 06B (NE) Indiana Fire Elite 64 2006B (IN) 
18UIndiana Fire 2005B NL (IN) STLDA 2005B Wipke (MO) 
19USpire FC 2004 Boys (OH)Indiana Fire Elite 64 (IN)

*13-19U Champions will advance to the National Championships.

Girls
Age GroupChampionsFinalists
13UColumbus United G’10 Lions (OH)NWI Lions United 2010G Yellow (IN)
14UEBU U14G Elite 2009 (WI)Evolution 09 Girls Mercurial (IL)
15UGalaxy 2008 Girls Blue (IL)KC Fusion Academy 08 (CR2- KS) 
16UMO Rush 2007G (MO)Ohio Galaxies FC Elite 64 07G (OH) 
17UDASC 06G BLACK (SD)Club Ohio 06G National (CR3-OH)
18U402 Development Academy 05G (NE) LFA Tottleben 2005G (MO WC)
19UNOSC Blast 04 Girls (MN) Indiana Fire 2004G Academy 2 (IN) 

*13-19U  Champions will advance to the National Championships.

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About the US Youth Soccer National Championship Series

The US Youth Soccer (USYS) National Championship Series provides more than 10,000 teams from USYS’s 54 State Associations the opportunity to showcase their abilities against the best in the nation, while emphasizing teamwork, discipline, and fair play. The yearlong competition begins with over 185,000 players in the USYS State Championships. State champions, along with selected representatives from the USYS National League Conferences, advance to compete in one of four USYS Regional Championships. In each gender age group, the four USYS Regional Champions, along with 12 qualifiers from USYS National League P.R.O. in the 14U-19U age groups, compete for the ultimate crown at the USYS National Championships. Overall, the USYS National Championship Series provides the nation’s top collegiate coaches with the premier stage to identify and scout the most coveted players in the country. For more information, visit https://www.usyouthsoccer.org/national-championship-series/.

About the United States Youth Soccer Association (US Youth Soccer)

US Youth Soccer, the largest youth sport organization in the country, is on a mission to provide world-class support, resources, and leadership, helping every member fulfill their goals on and off the field of play. US Youth Soccer registers nearly 2.5 million players annually. Through its programming, resources and leadership, US Youth Soccer is advancing the game for its 54 Member State Associations, 10,000 clubs and leagues and nearly 1 million administrators, coaches, and volunteers. US Youth Soccer connects families and communities to the power of sports and its shared love of soccer. US Youth Soccer provides a path for every player, offering programs that provide a fun, safe and healthy environment for players at every level of the game.

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Champions Celebrated at the USYS Midwest Presidents Cup

Scores & Standings

WEST CHESTER TOWNSHIP, Ohio (June 20, 2023) – More than 160 teams competed June 16-20 at Midwest Presidents Cup in West Chester Township, Ohio. Games were played at the Voice of America MetroPark Athletic Complex with a trip to National Presidents Cup on the line.

USYS’ Midwest Region, which has 13 State Associations, will send 26 teams to the national competition held July 7-11 in Wichita, Kansas. Teams from Illinois had strong showings this past week and will send the most representatives out of the Midwest’s State Associations with 10 — of which 8 finished as champions.

Michigan (4), Kansas (3), Iowa (2), Indiana (2), Wisconsin (2), Missouri (1), Nebraska (1), and Ohio (1) will also field teams in Wichita later this summer.

Barry McShaw, a parent from BSC Raiders (IL) club, talked about what the 2023 Midwest Presidents Cup meant to him and what the experience was like.  

“This is the best event that I have ever been a part of,” McShaw said. “It’s the atmosphere, the referees, the teams. I’ve never been part of an experience like this. Normally when you’re at a high-level event, it can get out of control. This event is very calm, very peaceful, very godlike. From the staff to the referees, I’ve never seen such an organized event, overall it’s just amazing and I feel blessed to be here. This is a top notch competitive-level and even if you feel like your club is on the borderline of being able to compete, I would recommend you to come be apart of it. We will definitely continue to come back here!”

Look back at the Midwest Presidents Cup Champions…

Boys
Age GroupChampionsFinalists
13ULUFC U13B Navy State (WI) EFSC 2010 B Orange (IN) 
14UForce 2009B Elite Blue (IL)  AZTECA ACADEMY 09B (KS) 
15UCarol Stream Panthers Academy 2008 (IL) Quad City Strikers Warriors U15 Boys (IA) 
16UBSC Raiders 2007 Black (IL) FWSC 2007B Bremen (IN) 
17UIowa Raptors U17 (IA) MI Rangers FC 06B White (MI)  
18UEvolution 05 Boys Mercurial (IL) Chicago Blues FC 2005 (IL) 
19UGEA NPL 04/05 (NE) Ohio Galaxies FC 04/05B North (OH) 

*13U-18U Champions & Finalists and 19U Champions will advance to National Presidents Cup.

Girls
Age GroupChampionsFinalists
13UColumbus United G’10 Toffees (OH) Kansas Rush Wichita Academy 10G (KS) 
14U2009 Gold Girls (IL) ​Detroit City FC West 09G Rouge (MI) 
15UGirls 2008 Elite Blue (IL) Thundercats 2008 Orange Girls (MI) 
16UFC Stars 2007 girls (IL) KC Athletics Academy Select 07G (MO) 
17UKansas Rush Wichita Academy 06G (KS)  Elite S.C. U17G Elite 11 (2006) (IL) 
18UMFA Revolution 05G Black (MI) Lakeshore United FC U18 2005 Girls (WI) 
19UFORCE 2004G Elite (IL) FWSC 2004/2005G St. Pauli (IN) 

*13U-18U Champions & Finalists and 19U Champions will advance to National Presidents Cup.

Follow along the road to National Presidents Cup on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok — and don’t miss out on event photos with GeoSnapShot.

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About the US Youth Soccer Presidents Cup

The US Youth Soccer Presidents Cup is designed for teams seeking additional challenges to play against teams of similar abilities for a national title. Presidents Cup provides a progressive and competitive experience to teams, allowing them to participate in a series of unique experiences highlighting competition, camaraderie, and community from the state to regional to national levels of US Youth Soccer. The US Youth Soccer Presidents Cup is a separate series of events from the US Youth Soccer National Championship Series. For more information, please visit https://www.usyouthsoccer.org/presidents-cup/.

About the United States Youth Soccer Association (US Youth Soccer)

US Youth Soccer, the largest youth sport organization in the country, is on a mission to provide world-class support, resources, and leadership, helping every member fulfill their goals on and off the field of play. US Youth Soccer registers nearly 2.5 million players annually. Through its programming, resources and leadership, US Youth Soccer is advancing the game for its 54 Member State Associations, 10,000 clubs and leagues and nearly 1 million administrators, coaches, and volunteers. US Youth Soccer connects families and communities to the power of sports and its shared love of soccer. US Youth Soccer provides a path for every player, offering programs that provide a fun, safe and healthy environment for players at every level of the game.

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US Youth Soccer Announces Locations for Future Midwest and Far West Regional Events

FRISCO, Texas (April 21, 2023) – US Youth Soccer (USYS) is happy to announce future regional host locations for two of its longstanding events — National Championship Series and Presidents Cup — in the Midwest and Far West regions.

  • 2024 Midwest Presidents Cup: Yankton Trail Park in Sioux Falls, South Dakota
  • 2024 and 2025 Midwest Regional Championships: Garmin Olathe Soccer Complex in Olathe, Kansas and Scheels Overland Park Soccer Complex in Overland Park, Kansas
  • 2024 Far West Presidents Cup: Regional Athletic Complex in Salt Lake City, Utah
  • 2024 Far West Regional Championships: Waipio Peninsula Soccer Complex in Honolulu, Hawaii

2024 will mark a special milestone for US Youth Soccer as the largest youth soccer organization in the country will celebrate  its 50th anniversary. It also marks a return to the Scheels Overland Park Soccer Complex — which has hosted the USYS National Championships on three separate occasions — and the Yankton Trail Park, Regional Athletic Complex, and Waipio Peninsula Soccer Complex, which each hosted regional events in past years. For the Garmin Olathe Soccer Complex, the Midwest Regional Championships will be the first US Youth Soccer events held at the facility since it opened in 2019. Each location will add to USYS’ special events and enhance the experience for the US Youth Soccer family, including the players, parents, referees, and volunteers.

The Garmin Olathe Soccer Complex and Scheels Overland Park Soccer Complex, which will share the Midwest Regional Championships, offer nine and 12 state of the art fields, respectively, while the larger Regional Athletic Complex (16), Yankton Trail Park (21), and Waipio Peninsula Soccer Complex (21) will offer their renowned facilities while serving as sole host sites.

“As US Youth Soccer celebrates its 50th anniversary, I couldn’t think of a more impressive lineup of hosts to help support our elite competitions,” said USYS CEO Skip Gilbert. “It’s not just great complexes that create moments in the lives of our players, coaches, referees, and families, but it’s the entire experience on and off the field. We look forward to working with our hosts to build those great memories for some of the best teams in the country.”

US Youth Soccer’s National Championship Series and Presidents Cup remain a significant source of revenue for local economies due to the influx of people they bring to the area. Each event will field more than 125 teams, bringing more than 4,000 people to each area and generating an estimated economic impact of $4,200,000 across each city.

About the United States Youth Soccer Association (US Youth Soccer)

US Youth Soccer, the largest youth sport organization in the country, is on a mission to provide world-class support, resources, and leadership, helping every member fulfill their goals on and off the field of play. US Youth Soccer registers nearly 2.5 million players annually. Through its programming, resources and leadership, US Youth Soccer is advancing the game for its 54 Member State Associations, 10,000 clubs and leagues and one million administrators, coaches, and volunteers. US Youth Soccer connects families and communities to the power of sports and its shared love of soccer. US Youth Soccer provides a path for every player, coach and referee offering programs that provide a fun, safe and healthy environment at every level of the game.

Regional Host Locations for the 2023 National Championship Series Announced

FRISCO, Texas (August 18, 2022) – Earlier this week, US Youth Soccer announced its regional host locations for the 2023 Presidents Cup and is now excited to announce its regional host locations for the 2023 National Championship Series, with Boise, Idaho, the sole location to host the event for a second consecutive year.

The National Championship Series and its long history, which will be celebrating its 49th anniversary, are a significant source of revenue for local economies. Each regional location will host more than 100 teams, with each player expected to be accompanied by two additional people.

  • Eastern Regional Championships: Loudoun County, Virginia (June 23-29, 2023)
  • Midwest Regional Championships: St. Louis, Missouri (June 23-28, 2023)
  • Southern Regional Championships: Baton Rouge, Louisiana (June 23-29, 2023)
  • Far West Regional Championships: Boise, Idaho (June 23-29, 2023)

“We are eager to bring USYS National Championship Series Regionals to these locations next summer,” said USYS CEO Skip Gilbert. “We want to ensure that every element of our nation’s oldest and most prestigious national youth tournament is memorable to participants and their families. Baton Rouge, Boise, St. Louis, and Loudoun County will prove to be fantastic hosts, delivering perfect venues and will add to the rich history of this compelling competition.”

Boys and girls teams in the 13U-19U age groups will earn entry into the Regional Championships after successfully competing at the state association level, where they will then vie for a spot at the 2023 US Youth Soccer National Championships. The Eastern and Far West Regional Championships will also have boys and girls teams in the 12U age group compete for a regional championship.

For more information, visit USYouthSoccer.org.

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About the US Youth Soccer National Championship Series

The US Youth Soccer National Championship Series provides more than 10,000 teams from USYS’s 54 State Associations the opportunity to showcase their abilities against the best in the nation, while emphasizing teamwork, discipline, and fair play. The yearlong competition begins with over 185,000 players in the USYS State Championships. State champions, along with selected representatives from the USYS National League Conferences, advance to compete in one of four USYS Regional Championships. In each gender age group, the four USYS Regional Champions, along with 12 qualifiers from USYS National League P.R.O. in the 14U-19U age groups, compete for the ultimate crown at the USYS National Championships. Overall, the USYS National Championship Series provides the nation’s top collegiate coaches with the premier stage to identify and scout the most coveted players in the country. For more information, visit https://www.usyouthsoccer.org/national-championship-series/.

About the United States Youth Soccer Association (US Youth Soccer)

US Youth Soccer, the largest youth sport organization in the country, is on a mission to provide world-class support, resources, and leadership, helping every member fulfill their goals on and off the field of play. US Youth Soccer registers nearly 2.5 million players annually. Through its programming, resources and leadership, US Youth Soccer is advancing the game for its 54 Member State Associations, 10,000 clubs and leagues and nearly 1 million administrators, coaches, and volunteers. US Youth Soccer connects families and communities to the power of sports and its shared love of soccer. US Youth Soccer provides a path for every player, offering programs that provide a fun, safe and healthy environment for players at every level of the game.

Regional Host Locations for the 2023 Presidents Cup Announced

FRISCO, Texas (August 17, 2022) – US Youth Soccer (USYS) is excited to announce its regional host locations for the 2023 Presidents Cup, with each location different from last year and chosen to ensure all involved can have a memorable experience.

Presidents Cup, which will be celebrating its 15th anniversary, is a significant source of revenue for local economies. Each regional location will host more than 100 teams, with each player expected to be accompanied by two additional people.

  • Eastern Presidents Cup: Valley Forge, Pennsylvania (June 16-20, 2023)
  • Midwest Presidents Cup: West Chester Township, Ohio (June 16-20, 2023)
  • Southern Presidents Cup: Greenville, South Carolina (June 14-18, 2023)
  • Far West Presidents Cup: Boise, Idaho (June 16-20, 2023)

“We are thrilled to bring our Presidents Cup regional championships to each of these outstanding facilities and cities in the summer of 2023,” said USYS CEO Skip Gilbert. “Our every expectation is to provide an amazing atmosphere and unforgettable experience, both on and off the field, that participants will cherish forever.”

Boys and girls teams in the 13U-19U age groups will earn entry into Regional Presidents Cup after successfully competing at the state association level, where they will then vie for a spot at the 2023 US Youth Soccer National Presidents Cup. The Eastern Presidents Cup will also have boys and girls in the 12U age group compete a regional championship.

For more information, visit USYouthSoccer.org.

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About the US Youth Soccer Presidents Cup

The US Youth Soccer Presidents Cup is designed for teams seeking additional challenges to play against teams of similar abilities for a national title. Presidents Cup provides a progressive and competitive experience to teams, allowing them to participate in a series of unique experiences highlighting competition, camaraderie, and community from the state to regional to national levels of US Youth Soccer. The US Youth Soccer Presidents Cup is a separate series of events from the US Youth Soccer National Championship Series. For more information, visit https://www.usyouthsoccer.org/presidents-cup/.

About the United States Youth Soccer Association (US Youth Soccer)

US Youth Soccer, the largest youth sport organization in the country, is on a mission to provide world-class support, resources, and leadership, helping every member fulfill their goals on and off the field of play. US Youth Soccer registers nearly 2.5 million players annually. Through its programming, resources and leadership, US Youth Soccer is advancing the game for its 54 Member State Associations, 10,000 clubs and leagues and nearly 1 million administrators, coaches, and volunteers. US Youth Soccer connects families and communities to the power of sports and its shared love of soccer. US Youth Soccer provides a path for every player, offering programs that provide a fun, safe and healthy environment for players at every level of the game.

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Tickets Punched to Walt Disney World at the 2022 Midwest Regional Championship

Tickets Punched to Walt Disney World® at the 2022 US Youth Soccer Midwest Regional Championships 

Scores & Standings

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WESTFIELD, Indiana (June 29, 2022) – More than 220 teams competed at the 2022 US Youth Soccer Midwest Regional Championships at the Grand Park Sports Campus in Westfield, Indiana, this week. 

Over 200 college coaches were in attendance as the teams competed for a spot at the US Youth Soccer National Championships at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida, this July! 

Illinois shined on stage with four teams being crowned champions, followed by Ohio (3), Kansas (3), Missouri (2), Minnesota (1), and Wisconsin (1) all having champions as well! 

Midwest Regional Champions 

Boys 13U – Barca Academy Chicago (IL)  Girls 13U – KCL Academy Red NL (KS)  
Boys 14U – Toca FC 2008 MLS (KS)  Girls 14U – SLSG MO G 2008 (MO)  
Boys 15U – JB Marine Academy Baum (MO) Girls 15U – Eclipse Select Central Illinois (IL) 
Boys 16U – CFJC 2006B Premier (IL)  Girls 16U – Chicago Inter 2006 Red (IL)  
Boys 17U – FC Evolution N (OH) Girls 17U – Tonka Fusion Elite 05 (MN) 
Boys 18U – Team Challenger FC (OH)  Girls 18U – FC Evolution 04 GLC (OH)  
Boys 19U – SBV Academy 03 (KS)  Girls 19U – SC Wave Juniors 03 (WI)  
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Maggie Richard, assistant coach of the Girls 14U – SLSG MO G 2008 (MO), was really impressed by the competition at the Midwest Regional Championships.

“It’s been great competition all around,” said Richard. “The atmosphere was great here, as well as teams from all over the Midwest playing. I am looking forward to the girls playing together for as long as we can go.”

Carly Swan, player for SLSG (MO) added to that sentiment.

“I love my team,” said Swan. “It’s all about bonding and how we all get along on the field. Our team just works so well together.”  

Notes on some of the Midwest Regional Champions:

13U Boys 

Barca Academy Chicago (IL) had an amazing showing at the Midwest Regional Championships. With a record of 5-0-0, the Illinois team scored 16 goals overall, while only letting 1 goal get by the whole tournament.  

14U Girls 

SLSG MO G 2008 (MO) team were able to come out on top due to their chemistry and how well they work together. With an impressive record of 5-0-0, the Missouri team dominated the competition and is hoping to continue their winning streak in Orlando.  

15U Boys 

JB Marine Academy Baum (MO) had an intense battle in the semi- final game against CUP 07B Gold (OH) with a final of 4-3. The Missouri team was able to come out on top against Iowa’s FC United in the final, winning 4-1. JB Marine Academy hopes to continue to represent their state in Orlando by winning a championship. 

16U Girls 

Chicago Inter 2006 Red (IL) was another Illinois team that went undefeated during the Midwest Regional Championship. Chicago Inter had a record of 5-0-0 and scored 17 goals throughout the tournament. Chicago earned their place at Regionals through National League P.R.O, which allowed the finalist DASC 2006 Girls Team (SD) to head to Orlando as well, making it the first South Dakota team at the National Championships.

17U Boys 

FC Evolution N B05 (OH) had a spectacular performance in their final game against Chicago FC United (IL) with a final score of 4-0! Moreover, the Ohio team went 5-0-0 during the Midwest Regional Championship with 27 goals in total! FC Evolution is a talented team that will represent Ohio at the National Championship. 

 18U Girls 

Another spectacular performance by an Ohio team, FC Evolution 04 GLC punching their ticket to the National Championships. FC Evolution came out on top with an undefeated record of 5-0-0. The Ohio team faced tough competition in the final two games against Indiana Fire Academy (IN) and Legends FC 2004 (MI) with the final scores of both games being 2-1.  

19U Boys 

SBV Academy 03 (KS) earned their ticket over Javanon 2003 Boys Black (KY) in the final match winning 2-1. Kentucky proved to be a tougher opponent for the Kansas team compared to 2003 Boys Premier I Black (MN) which SBV Academy came out on top 4-0. SBV is 1 of 3 Kansas teams hoping to win a National Championship!  

The US Youth Soccer National Championships consists of regional champions in the 13U-19U Boys and Girls age groups, as well as the National League qualifiers in the 14U-19U Boys and Girls age groups. 

The US Youth Soccer National Championships will be held from July 19-24 at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida. 

Follow along the road to the US Youth Soccer National Championship Series and share your moments with us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram using #ROADtoFL! 

More on the US Youth Soccer Midwest Regional Championships is available here. 

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 About the US Youth Soccer National Championship Series 

The US Youth Soccer (USYS) National Championship Series provides more than 10,000 teams from USYS’s 54 State Associations the opportunity to showcase their abilities against the best in the nation, while emphasizing teamwork, discipline, and fair play. The yearlong competition begins with over 185,000 players in the USYS State Championships. State champions, along with selected representatives from the USYS National League Conferences, advance to compete in one of four USYS Regional Championships. In each gender age group, the four USYS Regional Champions, along with 12 qualifiers from USYS National League P.R.O. in the 14U-19U age groups, compete for the ultimate crown at the USYS National Championships. Overall, the USYS National Championship Series provides the nation’s top collegiate coaches with the premier stage to identify and scout the most coveted players in the country. For more information, visit https://www.usyouthsoccer.org/national-championship-series/. 

About the United States Youth Soccer Association (US Youth Soccer) 

US Youth Soccer, the largest youth sport organization in the country, is on a mission to provide world-class support, resources, and leadership, helping every member fulfill their goals on and off the field of play. US Youth Soccer registers nearly 2.5 million players annually. Through its programming, resources and leadership, US Youth Soccer is advancing the game for its 54 Member State Associations, 10,000 clubs and leagues and nearly 1 million administrators, coaches, and volunteers. US Youth Soccer connects families and communities to the power of sports and its shared love of soccer. US Youth Soccer provides a path for every player, offering programs that provide a fun, safe and healthy environment for players at every level of the game. 

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Champions Crowned at the 2022 US Youth Soccer Midwest Presidents Cup in St. Louis, MO

Champions Crowned at the 2022 US Youth Soccer Midwest Presidents Cup in St. Louis, MO 

Scores & Standings

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ST. LOUIS, Missouri (June 21, 2022) – More than 160 teams competed at the 2022 US Youth Soccer Midwest Presidents Cup at the Creve Coeur Park Soccer Complex and Lou Fusz Soccer Complex in St. Louis, Missouri, this week. 

With support of over 7,500 people were were there to cheer as the teams competed for a spot at the US Youth Soccer National Presidents Cup in Greensboro, North Carolina, later this summer. 

Illinois led the field with six teams being crowned champions. Indiana (2), Wisconsin (2), Missouri (2), Minnesota (1), and South Dakota (1) also had teams from their state associations come away winners.

Midwest Presidents Cup Champions

Boys 13U – Chicago Fire Juniors City CFJC 2009B Premier (IL)Girls 13U –  Campton United SC Campton United 2009 Girls USYS Red (IL WC)
Boys 14U –  Columbus Express Columbus Express 2008B Orange (IN)Girls 14U – FC-1 Academy FC-1 Academy Girls 2008 Elite Blue (IL)
Boys 15U –  Minnesota Rush Rush 15U Boys (MN)Girls 15U –  DASC DASC 07G Legends 1 (SD) 
Boys 16U –  Chicago KICS Football Club CHICAGO KICS FC 2006 CITY MWC (IL)Girls 16U –  KC Athletics KC Athletics Napoli 06G (MO)
Boys 17U –  Madison 56ers Madison 56ers 2005 Boys White (WI)Girls 17U –  JB Marine Soccer Club JB Marine Miller 2005G (MO)
Boys 18U –  Elkhart Flames SC ECU 2004 B Maroon (IN)Girls 18U –  Chicago Empire FC Chicago Empire FC (IL)
Boys 19U –  Synergy SC Synergy 2003/2004 Boys Premier (IL WC) Girls 19U –  Lakeshore United FC Lakeshore United FC G U-19 Navy 03 (WI)
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13U Girls

Campton United SC Campton United 2009 Girls USYS Red (IL – WC) finished on top of a highly competitive bracket, earning a 1-0 win over Chicago Fire Juniors City CFJC 2009G Premier (IL) in the final. They went 4-0-1 on the week.

 14U Boys

Columbus Express Columbus Express 2008B Orange (IN) came out on top of their bracket going undefeated with five wins. They earned a hard-fought victory in the final match against Chicago Rush Soccer Club Chicago Rush 2008 Select Boys (IL – WC).

15U Girls

DASC DASC 07G Legends 1 (SD)’s 5-0 win over St. Louis Scott Gallagher SLSG MO G 2007 Elite (MO) was its fourth of the week. DASC compiled an extremely impressive 17 goals in those matches while only giving up two.

16U Boys

Chicago KICS Football Club CHICAGO KICS FC 2006 CITY MWC (IL) had a dominant week, tallying 11 goals in five matches. They earned a 3-0 win over Fusion KC Fusion Pre Academy 06 (KS) in the final.

17U Girls

JB Marine Soccer Club JB Marine Miller 2005G (MO) had one of the best showings at Midwest Presidents Cup, going 5-0-0.

18U Boys

 Elkhart Flames SC ECU 2004 B Maroon (IN) were crowned champions after a highly competitive final against OP Soccer Club OP Academy 04B (KS) ended 2-1. Elkhart Flames finished with a record of 4-0-1.

19U Girls

Lakeshore United FC Lakeshore United FC G U-19 Navy 03 (WI) had a terrific showing at Midwest Presidents Cup, going 3-1-0 — capped off by a 7-0 win during group play.

The US Youth Soccer National Presidents Cup consists of regional champions in the 13U-19U Boys and Girls age groups and will be held from July 7-10 in Greensboro, North Carolina. 

Follow along the road to the US Youth Soccer National Presidents Cup and share your moments with us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram using #ClaimtheCup! 

More on the US Youth Soccer Midwest Presidents Cup is available here. 

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About the US Youth Soccer Presidents Cup 

The US Youth Soccer Presidents Cup is designed for teams seeking additional challenges to play against teams of similar abilities for a national title. Presidents Cup provides a progressive and competitive experience to teams, allowing them to participate in a series of unique experiences highlighting competition, camaraderie, and community from the state to regional to national levels of US Youth Soccer. The US Youth Soccer Presidents Cup is a separate series of events from the US Youth Soccer National Championship Series. For more information, please visit https://www.usyouthsoccer.org/presidents-cup/. 

About the United States Youth Soccer Association (US Youth Soccer) 

US Youth Soccer, the largest youth sport organization in the country, is on a mission to provide world-class support, resources, and leadership, helping every member fulfill their goals on and off the field of play. US Youth Soccer registers nearly 2.5 million players annually. Through its programming, resources and leadership, US Youth Soccer is advancing the game for its 54 Member State Associations, 10,000 clubs and leagues and nearly 1 million administrators, coaches, and volunteers. US Youth Soccer connects families and communities to the power of sports and its shared love of soccer. US Youth Soccer provides a path for every player, offering programs that provide a fun, safe and healthy environment for players at every level of the game. 

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