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Individual Awards Announced for 2025 National Presidents Cup

FRISCO, Texas (August 22, 2025) – US Youth Soccer (USYS) is excited to announce the players who have earned individual recognition for their play during the 2025 National Presidents Cup. Following the week of action in Tampa, Fla., the players listed below were named to their respective age group’s Best XI or honored as its MVP, Golden Boot, or Golden Glove recipient.

In total, 81 clubs were represented with a player being named to a Best XI team. Ignite FC/Rebel Elite had the most selections (4) of girls clubs, while Vail Valley (5) led the boys.

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 2.68 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.

Fourteen teams win National Presidents Cup titles

TAMPA, Fla. (July 16, 2025) – The US Youth Soccer National Presidents Cup concluded earlier this week following five exciting days of action in Tampa, Fla.

Fourteen new champions were crowned after teams in the 13U, 14U, 15U, 16U, 17U, 18U, and 19U age groups each won titles over the last two days of the event. Teams in Tampa qualified for National Presidents Cup after winning both their State Presidents Cup and finishing in the top two of their regional events earlier this summer.

Many storylines took shape throughout the week, including that of the Dakota Fusion Academy 2010 Girls (ND). The North Dakota side arrived in Tampa as the first-ever team from the Peace Garden State to reach the stage and made sure to make it count. Fusion outscored its opponents 14 to 3 in its five games, which included a 3-0 shutout in the 15U final.

Dakota Fusion coach Jon Melendez-Soloaga reflected on making history with his team and what it would mean for everyone else back home in North Dakota.

“For the players at home, everything is possible if you put the time in the training ground. This is a two-year process making it to here. We train, we compete, and the girls performed today.”

Karlin Wurlitzer and her Leahi ’12 Premier Green (HI) team also made history after winning the 13U Girls division. Wurlitzer won a National Presidents Cup title as a player in 2015 with Leahi 00 Premier (HI) and returned 10 years later to accomplish the remarkable feat of winning as a coach, too.

Reflecting on both of her trips to National Presidents Cup, Wurlitzer shared her thoughts on the event and its growth in the last decade.

“This tournament, since I’ve been here, so much is different. The quality of the teams was better, the venue was amazing – it was just an amazing experience to come back.”

In addition to North Dakota and Hawaii, Colorado, Eastern Pennsylvania (2), Florida, Idaho (2), Illinois, Iowa, Louisiana, Oregon and Utah (2) each had teams crowned champions.

ChampionsFinalists
13U Boys7 Elite Academy 12B Copa South (UT)Lakeshore United FC U13B Navy 2012 (WI)
13U GirlsLeahi ’12 Premier Green (HI)Real Futbol Academy 2013 (NJ)
14U BoysVail Valley SC 2011 Boys Navy (CO)Chelsea East 11B Barrios (NTX)
14U GirlsUnited Futbol Academy DSM 2011 Girls Elite (IA)Old Bridge SC Thunder (NJ)
15U BoysMilan De Miami Premier 2010 (FL)United Futbol Academy DSM 2010 Boys Elite (IA)
15U GirlsDakota Fusion Academy 2010 Girls (ND)Whatcom FC Rangers – G10 Gold (WA)
16U BoysNew Orleans Spartans 09B (LA)Aggies FC 09B White (UT)
16U GirlsRapids SC 2009/2010G – Premier (ID)Keystone Premier 09G (EPA)
17U BoysCapital FC 08B Black (OR)Ocean Township United SA 2008B Warriors Red (NJ)
17U GirlsCGA Elite 08/09G (ID)FC Stars 2008G Academy (IL)
18U BoysAJFC 07/08 (IL)Lee County Strikers 07/08 (FL)
18U GirlsCannons 07/08G (PA-E)Chicagoland United SC 07G Premier OP (IL)
19U BoysLMSC 07 (PA-E)Spartans FC Havasu Lions Academy 07B (AZ)
19U GirlsRebel Elite 07 Black (UT)Raptors – Crystal Lake Force 06/07G (IL)

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 2.68 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 Presidents Cups Conclude Across the Country

FRISCO, Texas (June 18, 2025) – Five thrilling days of Regional Presidents Cup competition saw 104 teams punch tickets to the 2025 US Youth Soccer National Presidents Cup.

Games were played across the country, with the action taking place in Valley Forge, Pa. (East), St. Louis, Mo. (Midwest), Plano, Texas (South), and Boise, Idaho (Far West).

For all teams, this marked the second step of the Presidents Cup pathway after competing at the state level to earn a spot at their regional events. While each step provides a unique experience, many of the coaches in attendance talked about the significance of playing new opponents from outside of their state this week.

“It was an amazing experience,” said Leahi SC ‘12G Premier Green (HI) coach Karlin Wurlitzer. “Five games, five very hard opponents. A couple of good goals, a couple of tough moments that we had to learn from; we got everything from this tournament and we’re super proud of the girls and super happy with how everything turned out.”

ChampionsFinalists
12U BoysArlington Soccer Association 2013B Red (VA)Coppermine SC Boys 2013 Academy 1 (MD)
12U GirlsPenn Fusion Soccer Academy Regional Elite 2013 (EPA)Middletown SC Spirit Red (NJ)
13U BoysStamford FC Boys 2012 Premier (CT)Arlington Soccer Association 2012B White (VA)
13U GirlsReal Futbol Academy 2013 (NJ)Virginia United FC G2012 (VA)
14U BoysSteel United PA 11B Elite (EPA)Shenandoah Valley United 2011 Boys Navy (VA)
14U GirlsOld Bridge Soccer Club Thunder (NJ)Naugatuck Youth Soccer U14G (CT)
15U BoysHuntingdon Valley AA Stingers 2010 (EPA)SAC/BA Boys 2010 – United Blue (MD)
15U GirlsWethersfield George D Ritchie SC U15 Navy (CT)Arlington Soccer Association 2010G White (VA)
16U BoysBeadling SC 2009 Boys White (PA-W)FC Montco Legends (EPA)
16U GirlsKeystone FC Premier 09G (EPA)FC Berna Legacy 09 Girls Gold (NJ)
17U BoysOcean Township United SA 2008B Warriors Red (NJ)Huntingdon Valley AA Sting 2008 (EPA)
17U GirlsTorpedoes SC GU17 Red (NJ)Lancaster Elite FC 2008 Girls (EPA)
18U BoysVereinigung Erzgebirge SC Mountaineers (EPA)Celtic SC State College 07 (PA-W) 
18U GirlsCarlisle Area Youth Soccer Cannons 07/08G (EPA)Penn United Soccer Academy Kicks 2007/08 (PA-W)
19U BoysLMSC SC 07 (EPA)ALBION SC Delaware B2006 Elite Academy (DE)
19U GirlsLMVSC 2006-07 Girls Red (VA)Towamencin Youth Assn Tornadoes (EPA)
ChampionsFinalists
13U BoysJavanon 2012 Boys Red (KY)Roadrunners SC B2012 Select I (IL)
13U GirlsTopeka Mambas (KS)Campton United 2012 Girls (IL)
14U BoysKICS FC 2011 E64 Academy (IL)ECU 2011 B Gold (IN)
14U GirlsUFA DSM 2011 Girls Elite (IA)Club Ohio North 11G Green (OH)
15U BoysUFA DSM 2010 Boys Elite (IA)Capital East 15U Maroon 2010 (WI)
15U GirlsWheaton United 2010G Academy (IL)Dakota Fusion Academy 2010 Girls (ND)
16U Boys2009 Chicago Rush Boys Select (IL)ISC Blue (NE)
16U GirlsPegasus FC/1974 Girls 2009 Red (IL)MO Rush 2009G Blue (MO)
17U BoysSporting Kaw Valley 08B (KS)Columbus Express 2008B Orange (IN)
17U GirlsFC Stars 2008G Academy (IL)Dakota Fusion Academy 2008 Girls (ND)
18U BoysAJFC-0708 (IL)Chicagoland United 2007B Premier FF (IL)
18U GirlsCUSC 07G Premier OP (IL)SLSG MO G 2007 Premier (MO)
19U BoysLUFC U19B Navy State 2006 (WI)Nationals Macomb Select 06 Boys Black (MI)
19U GirlsRaptors – Crystal Lake Force 06/07G (IL)MO Rush 06/07G Blue (MO)
ChampionsFinalists
13U BoysD10 Lions 12B EDPL (TX-S)12 WCWAA Gray (NC)
13U GirlsTSC Williamson 2012 Girls Showcase (TN)JSC 2012 Girls (TN)
14U BoysANWSC Wellington SC 2011B Elite (FL)Chelsea East 11B Barrios (TX-N)
14U GirlsOK Energy FC 11G Navy (OK)BRSC 11 G Black (LA)
15U BoysMilan De Miami Premier 2010 (FL)Covington FC Bulls 2010 Boys Blue (LA)
15U GirlsFC Alliance North 2010 Girls (TN)10 CSA North/Hville King G (NC)
16U Boys2009 Cyclone Boys RL B09 (FL)New Orleans Spartans 09B (LA)
16U GirlsIFC 09/10 Girls Premier (MS)TSC Williamson 2009G Showcase (TN)
17U BoysLonestar SC SAFC Tapatios 08/09B (TX-S)DKSC 08B Esquibel (TX-N)
17U GirlsUSA North – G17U (TN)Bayou SC 2008G (LA)
18U BoysHuntsville Eclipse 07B Ortiz (TX-S)PSC 2007/08 Boys (LA)
18U Girls08 Lady Lobos Rush DESOTO (MS)NWO FC 2007 G (OK)
19U BoysPSA Pedro Jrs (TN)EDLL MC 2006 (TX-S)
19U GirlsNew Orleans DFC 06G (LA)TSC Williamson 2006/2007 Girls Showcase (TN)
ChampionsFinalists
13U BoysLegends FC San Diego B12 Academy (CA-S)Las Vegas Elite FC B12 GOLD (NV)
13U GirlsLeahi Soccer Club ’12 Premier Green (HI)Real Colorado 2012 Girls Red (CO)
14U BoysVail Valley SC 2011 Boys Navy (CO)Spartans FC Academy 2011B (AZ)
14U GirlsHelena Youth Soccer Association G2011 BLUE-PR (MT)7 Elite Academy 11G Predator South (UT)
15U BoysBoise Timbers 10 – Elite (ID)Washington Premier FC B10 Black A (WA)
15U GirlsWhatcom FC Rangers – G10 Gold (WA)BYSL IFFC 2010G Claret (ID)
16U BoysAggies FC 09B White (UT)Hillsboro Rush 09B Blue (OR)
16U GirlsTwin Falls Rapids SC 2009/2010G – Premier (ID)Gallatin Elite SC G2009 Black (MT)
17U BoysVail Valley SC 2008 Boys Navy (CO)Capital FC 08B Black (OR)
17U GirlsCGA Academy SC Elite 08/09G (ID)Utah Surf Davis FC PEAK SC 08 KH (UT)
18/19U BoysSpartans FC Havasu Lions Academy 07B (AZ)Idaho Rush SC 06/07 Elite (ID)
18/19U GirlsIgnite FC Rebel Elite 07 Black (UT)Sozo FC GHS Gold (WA)

Twenty-four different State Associations had teams claim a Regional Presidents Cup title, led by Illinois (8) and Eastern Pennsylvania (7). Two of those teams – Ocean Township 2008 Warriors Red (NJ) and Chicagoland United 07G Premier (IL) – have now won a regional championship in back-to-back years after both won in 2024.

“They put in the work, day in and day out,” said Ocean Township coach Ronnie Critelli. “We’ve made a commitment to ourselves and each other to hold ourselves accountable and to bring home the national (trophy).”

National Presidents Cup will take place July 11-15 in Tampa, Fla.

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 2.68 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.

About Presidents Cup: The US Youth Soccer Presidents Cup is designed for those teams seeking additional challenges to play against teams of similar abilities for a national title. The US Youth Soccer Presidents Cup provides a progressive, competitive experience to teams that might not otherwise get the opportunity 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.

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.

– USYS –

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.

Awards Announced for 2024 National Presidents Cup

Congratulations to all teams that participated at the 2024 US Youth Soccer National Presidents Cup, presented by SpringHill Suites by Marriott!

Click on the drop down menus to view the awards in each group.

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AwardPlayer NameTeam
Best XIMauricio Aguirre Dominguez2011B Utah Surf – S Smith (UT) 
Best XIAnthony GorostietaHarvard FC – Espanol 2011 (IL) 
Best XIErick Lopez ValleChelsea East 11B Barrios (NTX)
Best XIJeffrey Wolford IiiHulmeville SC Demons (PAE)
Best XIBrandon Hernandez Lopez2011B Utah Surf – S Smith (UT) 
Best XIBehrhart RientsDASC 2011B Black (SD)
Best XIEmiliano RamirezChelsea East 11B Barrios (NTX)
Best XIParker LiebermanPSC Academy 2011 Boys Blue (NJ) 
Best XIJancarlos JuarezHarvard FC – Espanol 2011 (IL) 
Best XIBrennen HarveyHulmeville SC Demons (PAE)
Best XIDominic CraneHulmeville SC Demons (PAE)
Golden BootEmiliano RamirezChelsea East 11B Barrios (NTX)
Golden GloveTanner HugUnico Futbol Club B2011
AwardPlayer NameTeam
Best XIJose GramajoOK Energy FC 10B Navy (OK)
Best XIJulian VasquezLUFC U14B Navy 2010 (WI) 
Best XIMatias QuesadaMAFC 2010 EDPL (STX) 
Best XISalvador MendozaReal Elite 2010 Boys White (MD) 
Best XILevi HernandezIdaho Juniors 10B Neon (ID) 
Best XISamuel BumgarnerWizard Oak Brook FC 2010 Blue Boys (IL) 
Best XISantiago Contreras BanuelosSPARTANS FC ACADEMY 2010B (AZ)
Best XIItai AharoniSteel United 10B Elite (PAE)
Best XIMiguel MaldonadoWizard Oak Brook FC 2010 Blue Boys (IL) 
Best XIKevin MoraSteel United 10B Elite (PAE)
Best XIBenjamin StolleLUFC U14B Navy 2010 (WI) 

Golden BootJulian VasquezLUFC U14B Navy 2010 (WI) 
Golden GloveJack BackusLUFC U14B Navy 2010 (WI) 
AwardPlayer NameTeam
Best XIJuan VillatoroTakoma Sport For Life Blue 09 (MD) 
Best XIAndres OcampoHPSA Scots 09B Contreras (NTX) 
Best XIAbdalla AliHTX West 09B Gold (STX) 
Best XITyfer NeumannNevada Rush B2009 Select (NV) 
Best XIJacob HarrisonDragons B09 (PAE)
Best XIJuan NuciQuad City Strikers Hammers (IA)
Best XIElian Orosco TabrajTakoma Sport For Life Blue 09 (MD) 
Best XIElliot CruzNevada Rush B2009 Select (NV) 
Best XIDaniel MartinezRockford City 2009 (IL) 
Best XIIsak HolmsenHPSA Scots 09B Contreras (NTX) 
Best XIHayden RohrigReal CO 2009 Boys Olympico (CO)

Golden BootDylan Pena-AriasRockford City 2009 (IL)
Golden GloveZackary GentryHTX West 09B Gold (STX) 
AwardPlayer NameTeam
Best XICarlos GardeaVVSC 2008 Boys Navy (CO)
Best XINathan CalioDetroit City FC South Oakland 08B Rouge (MI)
Best XIXavier EbertChicago Soccer Academy 08 Boys Juventus (IL)
Best XINoah DihelChicago Soccer Academy 08 Boys Juventus (IL)
Best XIBaylor BrowningDetroit City FC South Oakland 08B Rouge (MI)
Best XIOsvaldo MadridLaredo Youth Soccer Heat 08/09 Red (STX)
Best XICarter Rojas-PonceBoise Timbers | Thorns 08 Boise (ID)
Best XIKayden ManchesterLouisiana Fire SC 08B Red (LA)
Best XILeonardo AlmanzaLaredo Youth Soccer Heat 08/09 Red (STX)
Best XIAnthony SanchezVVSC 2008 Boys Navy (CO)
Best XIEdward MagheriniOTUSA 2008B Warriors Red (NJ)

Golden BootEdward MagheriniOTUSA 2008B Warriors Red (NJ)
Golden GloveElias LaureanoVVSC 2008 Boys Navy (CO)
AwardPlayer NameTeam
Best XINoah EscalanteHPSA Scots 07B Contreras (NTX)
Best XIBrady ReedStrikers FC B2007 T1 (MT) 
Best XIGiovanny Perez TrujilloPhoenix United 2007 Elite (AZ)
Best XIPete GreenSpring Creek FC 2007B (IA) 
Best XIGavin ReissekDeptford Premier FC ’07 Boys (NJ) 
Best XIJacob MartinsSAC Boys 2007 – Premier Blue (MD) 
Best XIFelix Nava SernaPhoenix United 2007 Elite (AZ)
Best XIDaniel Dominguez-CarreroHPSA Scots 07B Contreras (NTX)
Best XIAlexis SeguraPhoenix United 2007 Elite (AZ)
Best XICarson HooksPhoenix United 2007 Elite (AZ)
Best XIAlberson LopezGeorgia Athletic Soccer Club – B17U (GA)

Golden BootJack McCarthySAC Boys 2007 – Premier Blue (MD) 
Golden GloveJack LuehrsDeptford Premier FC ’07 Boys (NJ) 
AwardPlayer NameTeam
Best XIJulio GomezBlitz Academy FC 06 Boys Premier (OK)
Best XIJulio FuentesMiami Vipers 2006 (FL)
Best XIChase WakefieldIowa Raptors Academy 06B (IA)
Best XIAdrian GuzmanAzzurri Real (NE) 
Best XILandon KangasRush United Phenoms B2006 (IL) 
Best XISahil KhareRush United Phenoms B2006 (IL) 
Best XIGavin LewisIowa Raptors Academy 06B (IA)
Best XIDrew DeSmidtIowa Raptors Academy 06B (IA)
Best XIClay NagelShore FC Black 2006/2007 B (MD) 
Best XIJason RiveraMiami Vipers 2006 (FL)
Best XIMitchell TackneyIowa Raptors Academy 06B (IA)

Golden BootDavid AlvaradoMiami Vipers 2006 (FL)
Golden GloveAiden NeumannIowa Raptors Academy 06B (IA)
AwardPlayer NameTeam
Best XICarson KingOhio Galaxies FC 05/06B North (OH)
Best XIMoises GalindezFC Boca Predators U19 (FL)
Best XIEver Escobar ReyesBYSA ’05 Stampede National (MD) 
Best XIWilliam BradleyBillings United B2005 Pink-PR (MT) 
Best XIAaron JergensOhio Galaxies FC 05/06B North (OH)
Best XICamilo LopezFC Boca Predators U19 (FL)
Best XINeiger DavisBYSA ’05 Stampede National (MD) 
Best XIAlec EhrenfriedBYSA ’05 Stampede National (MD) 
Best XILucas ThompsonBillings United B2005 Pink-PR (MT) 
Best XILuca MuscoBillings United B2005 Pink-PR (MT) 
Best XICharles NguekamBYSA ’05 Stampede National (MD) 

Golden BootTegan BowenBillings United B2005 Pink-PR (MT) 
Golden GloveBrennen EllisBillings United B2005 Pink-PR (MT) 

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AwardPlayer NameTeam
Best XIMarin CooperMontana Surf G2011-PR (MT) 
Best XIAdeline McVeyDASC 2011G Strikers Black (SD)
Best XIBrecken LacyKansas Rush Wichita Academy 11G (KS) 
Best XIHadley ButcherBeadling 2011 Girls West (PAW) 
Best XIGia GuandoloBeadling 2011 Girls West (PAW) 
Best XIAnabel BuczekArlington SA 2011G Blue (VA) 
Best XIJuliana ChinArlington SA 2011G Blue (VA) 
Best XIJuliette JamesBRSC 11 G Black (LA)
Best XIAlivia Leany7 Elite Academy 11G Copa South (UT) 
Best XIKylee HammSCOR 11 GU13 Lady Mustangs (TN) 
Best XISophie Knudsen7 Elite Academy 11G Copa South (UT) 

Golden BootBrecken LacyKansas Rush Wichita Academy 11G (KS) 
Golden GloveCamilla BehrnesBRSC 11 G Black (LA)
AwardPlayer NameTeam
Best XIEmerson DullREAL G2010 Gold-PR (MT)
Best XIViolet CaseyKansas City Surf NPL 2010 (KS) 
Best XIOlivia WilkinsMS Rush 10G Premier (MS)
Best XIAvery HollyTupelo Futbol Club 2010 Girls (MS) 
Best XIAudrey TostevinCap City 10 Girls Grey (MI)
Best XILucy LyonRebel Elite 10 Black (WV) 
Best XIElin CooperCap City 10 Girls Grey (MI)
Best XIKinsley GuymonRebel Elite 10 Black (WV) 
Best XIKennedy NorthCSSC Phoenix 10 (PAE) 
Best XIAva DowdleTupelo Futbol Club 2010 Girls (MS) 
Best XIBerlin WashingtonCentury United Girls 2010 Red (PAW)

Golden BootEmerson DullREAL G2010 Gold-PR (MT)
Golden GloveAva CrozeCap City 10 Girls Grey (MI)
AwardPlayer NameTeam
Best XITaylyn SchkeryantzEBU 09G Premier 1 (WI) 
Best XIDaisy MacklinBlitz Academy FC 09 Girls AFC (OK)
Best XIAndrea RiosAztecas SC 2009G (NTX)
Best XISara ShibuyaValor 2009G Gold (VA)
Best XIJayde AguirreAztecas SC 2009G (NTX)
Best XIEsmeralda VelazquezBlitz Academy FC 09 Girls AFC (OK)
Best XIShelby ZimmermanHVAA Lightning 2009 (PAE)
Best XISidney DejongDASC 2009G Ambush 1 (SD)
Best XILiza QuesnellEBU 09G Premier 1 (WI) 
Best XITaylor SyversonDASC 2009G Ambush 1 (SD)
Best XIKenley AndersonDASC 2009G Ambush 1 (SD)

Golden BootTaylyn SchkeryantzEBU 09G Premier 1 (WI) 
Golden GloveIrie HarwellBlitz Academy FC 09 Girls AFC (OK)
AwardPlayer NameTeam
Best XILeah CondryBlitz Academy FC 08 Girls Premier (OK) 
Best XIStella OlsonMCU U16 Girls Gold (WI) 
Best XIMorgan GreerUtah Celtic 08G – Barlow (UT) 
Best XILauryn DolvinHoosier FC 2008G Elite Wolves I (IN) 
Best XIAinsley McHenry-SorberBVBIA WV 2008G (WV) 
Best XIDayani TorresCASA FC Academy 2008 Girls (CO)
Best XISophia OntimaraSSC 08G Storm Elite (LA) 
Best XIJaylee FraserHoosier FC 2008G Elite Wolves I (IN) 
Best XIMattelyn Williams2008G Warrington Lightning (PAE)
Best XIAlexa Saenz AvalosCASA FC Academy 2008 Girls (CO)
Best XICara Neeld2008G Warrington Lightning (PAE)

Golden BootLeah CondryBlitz Academy FC 08 Girls Premier (OK)
Golden GloveBinne BraungerMCU U16 Girls Gold (WI)
AwardPlayer NameTeam
Best XIKiara DesiderioCUSC 07G Premier OP (IL) 
Best XIAvery McMullenBU G2007 Pink-PR (MT)
Best XIChloe WatsonWLUSC 2007 U17 Girls – Missmer (PAE) 
Best XIErin Avery LathenThorns North FC 07G Academy (ID)
Best XIBrooklyn ShupeFC Alliance 2007G (WV) 
Best XICambree PetersonBU G2007 Pink-PR (MT)
Best XIMarisol StosichThorns North FC 07G Academy (ID)
Best XIAmelia LawrenceSLSG MO G 2007 Elite Green (MO)
Best XIMadelyn MillerTSC Williamson 2007 Girls Showcase (TN) 
Best XIJocelyn SanchezCUSC 07G Premier OP (IL) 
Best XIDiana CalzadaSLSG MO G 2007 Elite Green (MO)

Golden BootKiara DesiderioCUSC 07G Premier OP (IL) 
Golden GloveLilliana BrinkmeierSting Soccer Club 07G DPL (ID)
AwardPlayer NameTeam
Best XIAshton ConklingOK Energy FC 06G Navy (OK) 
Best XILillyann Greene06/07 Lady Lobos Rush DESOTO  (MS) 
Best XIMadison ArnoldOK Energy FC 06G Navy (OK) 
Best XIReese Regula1776 2006 Girls EDP 1 (PAE)
Best XIMackenzie Carlton06/07 Lady Lobos Rush DESOTO  (MS) 
Best XIAbby HaynesNebraska Select (NE)
Best XITaavi SaegerLUFC U18G Navy 2006 (WI)
Best XIIyana BlakeDetroit City FC Genesee 06G Rouge (MI) 
Best XISara SnyderDetroit City FC Genesee 06G Rouge (MI) 
Best XIMary Davis1776 2006 Girls EDP 1 (PAE)
Best XIOlivia BahrLUFC U18G Navy 2006 (WI)

Golden BootReese HolscherNebraska Select (NE)
Golden GloveEmerson FitzgeraldLUFC U18G Navy 2006 (WI)
AwardPlayer NameTeam
Best XIMichaelaI QuinnFSC – 2005 Girls Black (IL)
Best XIGabriella SavageEPIC SC 2005G United (WV)
Best XIAshlee DavisonVision 05G (OK)
Best XIKamri YergensenRebel Elite 05 Black (UT) 
Best XIQuinci SmithRebel Elite 05 Black (UT) 
Best XIKarly HarknessFSC – 2005 Girls Black (IL)
Best XIMollie RebuckEPIC SC 2005G United (WV)
Best XIBethanee VargasRebel Elite 05 Black (UT) 
Best XIMichaela CarneyVision 05G (OK)
Best XISydney ReyesVision 05G (OK)
Best XIJustyce WalkerVision 05G (OK)

Golden BootGabriella SavageEPIC SC 2005G United (WV)
Golden GloveErica SchnableEPIC SC 2005G United (WV)

National Presidents Cup Champions Crowned in Wichita

Event Photos | Highlights & Videos

Wichita, Kan. (July 16, 2024) – After a thrilling week of action, fourteen teams claimed US Youth Soccer National Presidents Cup titles at the Scheels Stryker Sports Complex in Wichita, Kan.

More than 4,500 spectators were on hand in the Sunflower State to take in the last moments of this year’s Presidents Cup, presented by SpringHill Suites by Marriott, with multiple thrilling final matches providing a fitting ending to a campaign that started last fall.

One final – the 17U Boys – was a rematch from the Eastern Presidents Cup championship just last month. Deptford Premier FC ’07 Boys (NJ), who finished as finalists in Charleston, W.Va., reversed that outcome this week in a nail-biting match against SAC Boys 2007 – Premier Blue (MD) that went all the way to penalty kicks – with fourteen rounds needed to separate the two sides.

Illinois was the lone State Association to have two title-winning teams, while Cal South, Florida, Idaho, Kansas, Michigan, Mississippi, Nebraska, New Jersey, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Utah, and West Virginia each had one.

ChampionsFinalists
13U BoysUnico Futbol Club B2011 (CA-S)Hulmeville SC Demons (PAE)
13U GirlsKansas Rush Wichita Academy 11G (KS)Beadling 2011 Girls West (PA-W)
14U BoysWZD Oak Brook FC 2010 Blue Boys (IL)Lakeshore United FC U14B Navy 2010 (WI)
14U GirlsTupelo FC 2010 Girls (MS)Cap City 10 Girls Grey (MI)
15U BoysRockford City 2009 (IL)Quad City Strikers Hammers (IA)
15U GirlsDakota Alliance SC 2009G Ambush 1 (SD)Elmbrook United 09G Premier 1 (WI)
16U BoysDetroit City FC South Oakland 08B Rouge (MI)Vail Valley SC 2008 Boys Navy (CO)
16U GirlsUtah Celtic FC 08G – BB (UT)Slidell Soccer Club 08G Storm Elite (LA)
17U BoysDeptford Premier FC ’07 Boys (NJ)SAC Boys 2007 – Premier Blue (MD)
17U GirlsThorns North FC 07G Academy (ID)Chicagoland United SC 7G Premier OP (IL)
18U BoysBlitz Academy FC 06 Boys Premier (OK)Miami Vipers 2006 (FL)
18U GirlsNebraska Select (NE)Lakeshore United U18G Navy 2006 (WI)
19U BoysFC Boca Predators 2005B (FL)Billings United B2005 Pink (MT)
19U GirlsEPIC SC 2005G United (WV)Firebirds SC – 2005 Girls Black (IL)

Each of the 14 teams etched their name in the trophy books by the end of the week, including the Tupleo 2010 Girls (MS), who became the first team from Mississippi to ever win the National Presidents Cup since it began 16 years ago.

In a week full of sunshine, one of US Youth Soccer’s signature events left those in attendance with memories to last a lifetime during its golden anniversary.

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.

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.

– USYS –

Regional Presidents Cups Come to a Close, Set Stage for Next Month’s National Finals

Event Photos | Highlights & Videos

FRISCO, Texas (June 19, 2024) – A week of high stakes matches is now in the books, marking the end of US Youth Soccer’s Regional Presidents Cup, presented by Springhill Suites.

In what can be considered the start of an action packed summer schedule for USYS, more than 580 teams competed in their respective regional events all throughout the country the last few days – notably in Charleston & Barboursville, W.Va., Sioux Falls, S.D., Plano, Texas, and Salt Lake City.

Teams had their sights set on advancing to the National Presidents Cup in Wichita, Kan., later this summer with a chance to claim the cup.

One of the unique aspects of Presidents Cup is the year-long journey that it puts teams on to reach this stage. Teams are given the opportunity to compete at three different levels – State, Regional, and National – to claim their rightful spot as champions. Jeff Wolford, head coach of Hulmeville Demons 2011 (Eastern Pennsylvania Youth Soccer), shared how he was able to get his team to buy in and continue their journey.

“Before I could build a team, I had to build individuals, so I remind them constantly that they’re a part of this team,” said Wolford. “Everybody has their own role and if they can all do their own role and do their job, then we’re going to continue to play.”

Each region had 26 teams qualify for the national event, with 25 different State Associations represented, showcasing the depth of talent across the United States and a desire to participate in one of USYS’ signature events, just one year after Presidents Cup celebrated its 15th anniversary. Of State Associations with multiple winning teams, Illinois led the way with 6, followed by Eastern Pennsylvania (5), Idaho (4), Oklahoma (4), Maryland (3), Montana (3), South Texas (3), Utah (3), Wisconsin (3), Florida (2), Louisiana (2), Michigan (2), New Jersey (2), and West Virginia (2).

ChampionsFinalists
12U BoysSoccer Club of Guilford B12 Green (CT)FC Alliance FC Alliance 2012B (WV)
12U GirlsBaltimore Union Soccer Club Select 12G (MD)Loudoun Soccer Club G12 Black (VA)
13U BoysHulmeville SC Demons (EPA)Parsippany SC Academy 2011 Boys Blue (NJ)
13U GirlsBeadling SC 2011 Girls West (PA-W)Arlington Soccer Association 2011G Blue (VA)
14U BoysValencia Soccer Academy 10 Black (NJ)Real Elite FC 2010 Boys White (MD)
14U GirlsCentral Susquehanna SC Phoenix 10 (EPA)Century United Soccer Girls 2010 Red (PA-W)
15U BoysSouthern Chester County SA Dragons B09 (EPA)Takoma Park SC Sport For Life Blue 09 (MD)
15U GirlsVirginia Valor FC 2009G White (VA)Huntingdon Valley AA Lightning 2009 (EPA)
16U BoysOcean Township United SA 2008B Warriors Red (NJ)Keystone FC Elite Blue 08B (PAE)
16U GirlsWarrington SC 2008G Lightning (EPA)BVBIA WV 2008G (WV)
17U BoysSAC/BA SAC Boys 2007 – Premier Blue (MD)Deptford Premier FC ’07 Boys (NJ)
17U GirlsFC Alliance FC Alliance 2007G (WV)Western Lehigh United SC 2007 Girls Missmer (PAE)
18U BoysShore FC Black 2006/2007 B (MD)TSJ FC Virginia United North 2006B Blue (VA)
18U Girls1776 United FC 2006 Girls EDP 1 (PAE)Allegheny Force FC 2006 Girls (PA-W)
19U GirlsEPIC SC 2005G United (WV)Pittsburgh Football Club PFC Eclipse (PA-W)
ChampionsFinalists
13U BoysHarvard FC – Espanol 2011 (IL)Hidalgo MKE 2011 (WI)
13U GirlsDASC 2011G Strikers 1 (SD)Kansas Rush Wichita Academy 11G (KS)
14U BoysWZD Oak Brook FC 2010 Blue Boys (IL)LUFC U14B Navy 2010 (WI)
14U GirlsCap City 10 Girls Grey (MI)Dakota Fusion FC 2010G (ND)
15U BoysRockford City 2009 (IL)Quad City Strikers Hammers (IA)
15U GirlsEBU 09G Premier 1 (WI)DASC 2009G Ambush 1 (SD)
16U BoysDCFC South Oakland 08B Rouge (MI)Chicago Soccer Academy- 08 Boys Juventus (IL)
16U GirlsMCU U16 Girls Gold (WI)Hoosier FC 2008G Elite Wolves I (IN)
17U BoysNeenah SC 2007 Boys 17U Red Premier (WI)Spring Creek FC 17UB (IA)
17U GirlsCUSC 07G Premier OP (IL)SLSG MO G 2007 Elite Green (MO)
18U BoysRush United Phenoms B2006 (IL)Azzurri Real (NE)
18U GirlsNebraska Select (NE)LUFC U18G Navy 2006 (WI)
19U BoysOhio Galaxies FC 05/06B North (OH)Tri-City United 2005 Boys (ND)
19U GirlsFSC – 2005 Girls Black (IL)Sporting Springfield 05 Juventus (MO)
ChampionsFinalists
13U BoysChelsea East 11B Barrios (NTX)CVYSA Blast Blue (NC)
13U GirlsSCOR 11 GU13 Lady Mustangs (TN)Union 10 FC 2011 Girls (AL)
14U BoysMAFC 2010 EDPL (STX)OK Energy FC 10B Navy (OK)
14U GirlsTupelo FC 2010 Girls (MS)MS Rush 10G Premier (MS)
15U BoysWest 09B Gold (STX)HPSA Scots 09B Contreras (NTX)
15U GirlsBlitz Academy FC 09 Girls AFC (OK)Aztecas SC 2009G (NTX)
16U BoysLaredo Heat 08/09 Red (STX)08B LA FIRE RED (LA)
16U GirlsSSC 08G Storm Elite (LA)Blitz Academy FC 08 Girls Premier (OK)
17U Boys2007 CYCLONE BOYS BLACK (FL)HPSA Scots 07B Contreras (NTX)
17U GirlsCSC EAGLES 2007G (LA)TSC Williamson 2007 Girls Showcase (TN)
18U BoysBlitz Academy FC 06 Boys Premier (OK)MIAMI VIPERS 2006 (FL)
18U GirlsOK Energy FC 06G Navy (OK)Searcy Rangers U18 G (AR)
19U BoysFC Boca Predators 2005B (FL)MIAMI UNITED STARS 2005 (FL)
19U GirlsVision 05G (OK)The 956 United Gu19 Red (STX)
ChampionsFinalists
13U BoysUtah Surf 2011B – S Smith (UT)Unico Football Club B2011 (CA-S)
13U GirlsBoise Timbers | Thorns 11 Red (ID)Montana Surf G2011-PR (MT)
14U BoysIdaho Juniors FC 10B Neon (ID)Spartans FC Academy 2010B (AZ)
14U GirlsReal Billings FC G2010 Gold-PR (MT)Ignite Rebel Elite 10 Black (UT)
15U BoysCrusaders FC Crusaders FC B2009 (CA-S)Real Colorado 2009 Boys Olympico (CO)
15U GirlsBox Elder United 09 BB – SC (UT)Drako FC La Quinta FC 2009 (CA-S)
16U BoysBoise Timbers | Thorns 08 (ID)Vail Valley SC 2008 Boys Navy (CO)
16U GirlsBoulder County United 08G Academy Steel (CO)Utah Celtic FC 08G – BB (UT)
17U BoysStrikers FC B2007 T1 (MT)Phoenix United Futbol Club 2007 Elite (AZ)
17U GirlsTimbers-Thorns North FC 07G Academy (ID)Billings United G2007 Pink-PR (MT)
18/19U BoysBillings United B2005 Pink-PR (MT)Utah Development Academy 05/06 (UT)
18/19U GirlsIgnite Rebel Elite 05 Black (UT)Downey Futbol Club G20062007 (CA-S)

While teams celebrated their achievements this week, those advancing will pivot quickly and begin preparation for National Presidents Cup – set to kick off July 12. “We’re glad we were able to get the job done,” said Ella Credille of Tupelo FC 2010 Girls (MS). “Our coach has always told us about quality and effort, and that’s the main thing we were able to focus on when we went into this. Even though this was a good stage to perform on, we’re going to bring it to a higher level.”

For more coverage of US Youth Soccer’s Presidents Cup, follow USYS on social media or visit its webpage.

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.

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.

– USYS –

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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2023 National Presidents Cup: Awards

Congratulations to all teams that participated at the 2023 US Youth Soccer National Presidents Cup!

Click on the drop down menus to view the awards in each  group.

13U Girls
AwardNameTeam
Best XIJane CollinsFC Alliance Select Travel Teams 2010G RL (TN)
Best XIFebe PowellSt. Louis Scott Gallagher MO G 2010 Elite Navy (MO)
Best XIAndrea VielmasKansas Rush Wichita Academy 10G (KS)
Best XIGabrielle SmullenColumbus United G’10 Toffees (OH)
Best XIGracyn DubisarDASC 2010 Sparta 1 (SD)
Best XIAvyn PesickaDASC 2010 Sparta 1 (SD)
Best XISara LopezFC Alliance Select Travel Teams 2010G RL (TN)
Best XIBrooke BlasiKansas Rush Wichita Academy 10G (KS)
Best XIReese JerauldColumbus United G’10 Toffees (OH)
Best XIEmilia AngeliSt. Louis Scott Gallagher MO G 2010 Elite Navy (MO)
Best XIKimberly AgueroKansas Rush Wichita Academy 10G (KS)
Golden GloveKimberly AgueroKansas Rush Wichita Academy 10G (KS)
Golden BootAyden GouletColumbus United G’10 Toffees (OH)
MVPBrooke BlasiKansas Rush Wichita Academy 10G (KS)
13U Boys
AwardNameTeam
Best XIBradley CastroJ.A.E Academy Plainfield 10 (NJ)
Best XIAiden AlexanderBVB International Academy – Pittsburgh 10B Premier (PA-W)
Best XIJoaquin CalamacoEagle Pass Youth Soccer Association Atlas FC 13U (STX)
Best XIJulian VasquezLakeshore United FC U13B Navy State (WI)
Best XIKevin Gael GarciaEagle Pass Youth Soccer Association Atlas FC 13U (STX)
Best XIBenjamin StolleLakeshore United FC U13B Navy State (WI)
Best XIJames UrenaLAPSL B2010 (CA-S)
Best XIAnthony GranadosLAPSL B2010 (CA-S)
Best XINico MelvinElkhart County United 2010 B Black (IN)
Best XIRyan HelmanBVB International Academy – Pittsburgh 10B Premier (PA-W)
Best XIJack BackusLakeshore United FC U13B Navy State (WI)
Golden GloveJack BackusLakeshore United FC U13B Navy State (WI)
Golden BootJonathan QuiquintunaJ.A.E Academy Plainfield 10 (NJ)
MVPJoaquin CalamacoEagle Pass Youth Soccer Association Atlas FC 13U (STX)
14U Girls
AwardNameTeam
Best XISimran KaneriaDetroit City FC West 09G Elite (MI)
Best XIVictoria ForehandPac NW G09 Maroon (WA)
Best XIEmily DitomassoChicago Empire FC 2009 Gold Girls (IL)
Best XIChloe MorrisIgnite FC Rebel Elite 09 Black (UT)
Best XIKennedi YergensenIgnite FC Rebel Elite 09 Black (UT)
Best XISloane KumskisChicago Empire FC 2009 Gold Girls (IL)
Best XICaitlin KrausSteel United PA 09G Elite (PAE)
Best XIAva CouryCentury United Soccer V-Girls 2009 Red (PA-W)
Best XIMia CatesTennessee SC Williamson 2009G Showcase (TN)
Best XIHudson HedrickPac NW G09 Maroon (WA)
Best XICaroline GantarChicago Empire FC 2009 Gold Girls (IL)
Golden GloveCaroline GantarChicago Empire FC 2009 Gold Girls (IL)
Golden BootEmily DitomassoChicago Empire FC 2009 Gold Girls (IL)
MVPEmily DitomassoChicago Empire FC 2009 Gold Girls (IL)
14U Boys
AwardNameTeam
Best XIGabriel OrtizASLKS Miami Lakes United SC 2009 Boys (FL)
Best XIAlejandro AntunaAzteca Leones 09B (KS)
Best XIDelwende OuedraogoTakoma Park Soccer Club Thunder 2009 (MD)
Best XIMauro Villa CarrilloSaints Soccer Academy 09B Blue Premier (OR)
Best XIOwen GitchellFC Stars New Hampshire 2009 Boys Blue (NH)
Best XIMauricio RuizCrystal Lake Soccer Federation Force 2009B Elite Blue (IL)
Best XIAiden LyonsTakoma Park Soccer Club Thunder 2009 (MD)
Best XIMason WrightTakoma Park Soccer Club Thunder 2009 (MD)
Best XIJohn TrujilloNecaxa USA Futbol Club Red – B2009 (CA-S)
Best XIDiego EspinozaNecaxa USA Futbol Club Red – B2009 (CA-S)
Best XIAlex MorejonASLKS Miami Lakes United SC 2009 Boys (FL)
Golden GloveAlex MorejonASLKS Miami Lakes United SC 2009 Boys (FL)
Golden BootGabriel OrtizASLKS Miami Lakes United SC 2009 Boys (FL)
MVPGabriel OrtizASLKS Miami Lakes United SC 2009 Boys (FL)
15U Girls
AwardNameTeam
Best XISierra DeanNorthern Utah United Soccer Royalty 08G Erickson (UT)
Best XIDevon ChandoDeptford Premier FC ’08 Girls (NJ)
Best XIDylan MillerTupelo Parks and Recreation Futbol Club 2008 Girls (MS)
Best XIKaya SchneiderFC-1 Academy Girls 2008 Elite (IL)
Best XITaylie RigbyNorthern Utah United Soccer Royalty 08G Erickson (UT)
Best XIKristine CarrollNorth Carolina FC Youth 08 Red North G (NC)
Best XIMorgan LinkFC-1 Academy Girls 2008 Elite (IL)
Best XILauren BarblesTupelo Parks and Recreation Futbol Club 2008 Girls (MS)
Best XILesly PharisDKSC 08G RL (NTX)
Best XIDayani Torres CastroCASA FC Academy 2008 Girls (CO)
Best XIAnne SullivanFC-1 Academy Girls 2008 Elite (IL)
Golden GloveAnne SullivanFC-1 Academy Girls 2008 Elite (IL)
Golden BootSierra DeanNorthern Utah United Soccer Royalty 08G Erickson (UT)
MVPSierra DeanNorthern Utah United Soccer Royalty 08G Erickson (UT)
15U Boys
AwardNameTeam
Best XIAbraham SalinasCarol Stream Panthers SC Academy 2008 (IL)
Best XIChristopher PalaciosApple Valley SC Storm Red B08 (CA-S)
Best XIJose HernandezCarol Stream Panthers SC Academy 2008 (IL)
Best XISawyer ValleSouthern Chester County SA Dragons B08 (PAE)
Best XIChristian PenlandAsheville Buncombe Youth SA HFC White 08 (NC)
Best XITucker RameyAsheville Buncombe Youth SA HFC White 08 (NC)
Best XINathaniel GuzmanApple Valley SC Storm Red B08 (CA-S)
Best XIJordan FrancisNaugatuck Youth Soccer Boys 2008 (CT)
Best XIKaden WilleyLeague 30 MetaSport FC 08B BT (UT)
Best XIOliver BrunnerAsheville Buncombe Youth SA HFC White 08 (NC)
Best XIGerald AguilarApple Valley SC Storm Red B08 (CA-S)
Golden GloveGerald AguilarApple Valley SC Storm Red B08 (CA-S)
Golden BootJose HernandezCarol Stream Panthers SC Academy 2008 (IL)
MVPNathaniel GuzmanApple Valley SC Storm Red B08 (CA-S)
16U Girls
AwardNameTeam
Best XIAbigail PaterlineAllegheny Force FC 2007 Girls (PA-W)
Best XICaleigh CrossKansas Rush Wichita Academy 07G (KS)
Best XIHilary ShikukuLobos Rush 2007 Lady Lobos Elite (TN)
Best XIItzelle LumbrerasKansas Rush Wichita Academy 07G (KS)
Best XISerena CarnahanAllegheny Force FC 2007 Girls (PA-W)
Best XIAva BalmasedaFC Stars 1974 2007 Girls (IL)
Best XIAlexandria JuarezCapital City SC 07G Sky South (STX)
Best XIKendall BillieKeystone Athletic 2007 Girls Blue (PAE)
Best XIMeghan StammerAllegheny Force FC 2007 Girls (PA-W)
Best XIAshlynn StippKansas Rush Wichita Academy 07G (KS)
Best XIJulia BeamAllegheny Force FC 2007 Girls (PA-W)
Golden GloveJulia BeamAllegheny Force FC 2007 Girls (PA-W)
Golden BootCaleigh CrossKansas Rush Wichita Academy 07G (KS)
MVPItzelle LumbrerasKansas Rush Wichita Academy 07G (KS)
16U Boys
AwardNameTeam
Best XIEaston LottFire FC Utah Fire 07B EA (UT)
Best XIMelvin ContrerasFire FC Utah Fire 07B EA (UT)
Best XIJoshua Medel-AyalaNorth Carolina Rush Triad SC 07 Blue (NC)
Best XIJuan Pablo EscobarBolingbrook SC Raiders 2007 Black (IL)
Best XIAndrew JonesFC Ballyhoo 07 Boys Black (PAE)
Best XIMatias MartinezPrime Soccer Club 07 Boys SSS (NV)
Best XIGabriel DiazFC Ballyhoo 07 Boys Black (PAE)
Best XIMichael CruzadoPrime Soccer Club 07 Boys SSS (NV)
Best XIConnor CappBolingbrook SC Raiders 2007 Boys Black (IL)
Best XIRyan PenalozaNorth Carolina Rush Triad SC 07 Blue (NC)
Best XILeo MurilloPrime Soccer Club 07 Boys SSS (NV)
Golden GloveLeo MurilloPrime Soccer Club 07 Boys SSS (NV)
Golden BootJoshua Medel-AyalaNorth Carolina Rush Triad SC 07 Blue (NC)
MVPGabriel DiazFC Ballyhoo 07 Boys Black (PAE)
17U Girls
AwardNameTeam
Best XIGenevieve LamarcheKansas Rush Wichita Academy 06G (KS)
Best XICamylle GravesKC Athletics Academy Select 06G (MO)
Best XISavannah McConnellKC Athletics Academy Select 06G (MO)
Best XIMolly SchellpeperDenver Kickers Sport Club 06G Red (CO)
Best XIKamri YergensenIgnite Rebel Elite FC 06 (UT)
Best XIMilan HunterKansas Rush Wichita Academy 06G (KS)
Best XIClaire HusnickElite SC U19G Elite 11 (2005/2006 (IL)
Best XICarson SloanKansas Rush Wichita Academy 06G (KS)
Best XIOlivia WatersOklahoma Energy FC 06/05G Navy (OK)
Best XISamantha ParkIgnite Rebel Elite FC 06 (UT)
Best XIRonenia StarnesKC Athletics Academy Select 06G (MO)
Golden GloveRonenia StarnesKC Athletics Academy Select 06G (MO)
Golden BootGenevieve LamarcheKansas Rush Wichita Academy 06G (KS)
MVPGenevieve LamarcheKansas Rush Wichita Academy 06G (KS)
17U Boys
AwardNameTeam
Best XIMason BrownUnion 10 FC 2006 Boys (AL)
Best XIJesus Garcia PenaDen of Lions Strikers – 2006 (NJ)
Best XIEaston CragunLeague 30 Utah Blitzz FC B06 – Black (UT)
Best XIPayton ClarkLeague 30 Utah Blitzz FC B06 – Black (UT)
Best XIArturo AcostaFC Millennium International Milan (MD)
Best XIDilton DelgadoDen of Lions Strikers – 2006 (NJ)
Best XIBrayden DarbyUnion 10 FC 2006 Boys (AL)
Best XIGavin LewisPSC Iowa Raptors U17 (IA)
Best XIVictor Munoz CerdaDen of Lions Strikers – 2006 (NJ)
Best XIColin MoylePSC Iowa Raptors U17 (IA)
Best XIFabian RuizLeague 30 Utah Blitzz FC B06 – Black (UT)
Golden GloveFabian RuizLeague 30 Utah Blitzz FC B06 – Black (UT)
Golden BootJesus Garcia PenaDen of Lions Strikers – 2006 (NJ)
MVPMason BrownUnion 10 FC 2006 Boys (AL)
18U Girls
wardNameTeam
Best XIKatelyn VanderarkMichigan Futbol Academy Revolution GR 05G Elite (MI)
Best XIKeeran BlattnerLakeshore United FC U18 2005 Girls (WI)
Best XIElsie LindemanB-Elite Soccer Academy of Denver 05G Academy (CO)
Best XIHailey ScheuerKansas City Scott Gallagher Elite 05G (MO)
Best XIMonica SanchezVictory SC 2005 Girls Black (NTX)
Best XIHannah WillisEclipse SC 05 Girls (AK)
Best XIAyla ThompsonMichigan Futbol Academy Revolution GR 05G Elite (MI)
Best XITaylor BattLakeshore United FC U18 2005 Girls (WI)
Best XIYareli MendozaVictory SC 2005 Girls Black (NTX)
Best XILillian LoweKansas City Scott Gallagher Elite 05G (MO)
Best XIHattie ChircoMichigan Futbol Academy Revolution GR 05G Elite (MI)
Golden GloveHattie ChircoMichigan Futbol Academy Revolution GR 05G Elite (MI)
Golden BootHailey ScheuerKansas City Scott Gallagher Elite 05G (MO)
MVPKatelyn VanderarkMichigan Futbol Academy Revolution GR 05G Elite (MI)
18U Boys
AwardNameTeam
Best XIChristopher LopezChicago Blues FC 2005 (IL)
Best XILyndon TuckerTennesse Premier PSA Lanus (TN)
Best XIMatthew PenaJacksonville FC 2005B Elite Blue (FL)
Best XIDillon Bingham7 Elite Academy 05B South (UT)
Best XIAndrew WaltersEvolution SC 05 Boys Mercurial (IL)
Best XIDiego QuinteroChicago Blues FC 2005 (IL)
Best XIBurke GamacheTennesse Premier PSA Lanus (TN)
Best XINoe FletesEvolution SC 05 Boys Mercurial (IL)
Best XIPeter HarrisBethesda SC Green 2005 (MD)
Best XIEric Shewell7 Elite Academy 05B South (UT)
Best XIAbrahm TiburcioEvolution SC 05 Boys Mercurial (IL)
Golden GloveAbrahm TiburcioEvolution SC 05 Boys Mercurial (IL)
Golden BootChristopher LopezChicago Blues FC 2005 (IL)
MVPBurke GamacheTennesse Premier PSA Lanus (TN)
19U Girls
AwardNameTeam
Best XIAven MatthewsTupelo Parks and Recreation Futbol Club 2004/2005 Girls (MS)
Best XIEmily HorvahtKearny Thistle United FC G2004 Paisley Athletic Academy (NJ)
Best XIEmerson GassmanCrystal Lake Soccer Federation FORCE 2004G Elite (IL)
Best XIOlivia RothCrystal Lake Soccer Federation FORCE 2004G Elite (IL)
Best XIEmma EarwoodTupelo Parks and Recreation Futbol Club 2004/2005 Girls (MS)
Best XIArancha AntunesKearny Thistle United FC G2004 Paisley Athletic Academy (NJ)
Best XIAvery LambourneBillings United G2004 Pink (MT)
Best XIBrenna SullivanKearny Thistle United FC G2004 Paisley Athletic Academy (NJ)
Best XIGrace ApgarCrystal Lake Soccer Federation FORCE 2004G Elite (IL)
Best XIAnna HenleyTupelo Parks and Recreation Futbol Club 2004/2005 Girls (MS)
Best XIMaria AckermanBillings United G2004 Pink (MT)
Golden GloveMaria AckermanBillings United G2004 Pink (MT)
Golden BootMya MaackBillings United G2004 Pink (MT)
MVPAvery LambourneBillings United G2004 Pink (MT)
19U Boys
AwardNameTeam
Best XIJack FranklinWilson United SC 04/05 Black (TN)
Best XITanner NovosadGretna Elite Academy NPL 04/05 (NE)
Best XIAngel CastenedaSpartans FC Havasu Academy 05B (AZ)
Best XIEdvin CovicWilson United SC 04/05 Black (TN)
Best XIJesse DominguezSpartans FC Havasu Academy 05B (AZ)
Best XIMartin LualaSpartans FC Havasu Academy 05B (AZ)
Best XIAlexander Carlos-SabinesTeam America 04 Bata (VA)
Best XICarlos FloresTeam America 04 Bata (VA)
Best XIRuben Garcia PardoTeam America 04 Bata (VA)
Best XIHenry SpethmanGretna Elite Academy NPL 04/05 (NE)
Best XIBayron Pena BaneyasTeam America 04 Bata (VA)
Golden GloveBayron Pena BaneyasTeam America 04 Bata (VA)
Golden BootAlexander Carlos-SabinesTeam America 04 Bata (VA)
MVPCarlos FloresTeam America 04 Bata (VA)

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..

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