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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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Champions Celebrated At Far West Regional Championships

Scores & Standings

BOISE, Idaho (June 30, 2023) – More than 200 teams competed June 23-29 at the Far West Regional Championships in Boise, Idaho. Games were played at the Simplot Sports Complex with a trip to this summer’s National Championships on the line.

 Utah — one of 14 State Associations that make up USYS’ West Region — saw six teams crowned champions this week. Idaho (2), Oregon (2), Alaska (1), Cal-North (1), Hawaii (1), and Nevada (1) all had regional championship-winning teams, too.

Michael Montgomery, head coach of Alaska Rush 2006 Girls (AK), talked about the importance of making each moment count when the team is together because of the time they can practice outdoors being limited.

 “It is huge on the girls because we train indoors seven months out of the year and three months outdoors,” he added. “The other three months, they are with their high school teams.”

 Montgomery shared three things that he tells his team when discussing preparation for Nationals with them.

 “Number one, outwork the other team. Number two, pass with possession and number three, enjoy the game.”

 Jose Dydasco, a second head coach, echoed many of the same sentiments that Montgomery did. Dydasco coaches FC Hawaii 09G Red (HI), making the Regional Championships and a trip to Boise a big change of scenery for his team.

 “Playing in Hawaii, you kind of play the same teams over and over and over,” Dydasco said. “So a new game like this, a new team, a new style, always presents a challenge for our girls.”

 Look back at the Far West Regional Championship Winners…

Boys
Age GroupChampionsFinalists
13UAjax United Ajax United 10B Green (CA-N)Real Colorado Real CO 2010 Boys Academy (CO)
14UOregon Premier FC 09B Academy (OR)Xplosion SC B09 Black (CA-S)
15UUtah Celtic FC 08 Boys (UT)Players SC Players 08 Elite Boys
16ULa Roca FC – J Milla – SC (UT)Downtown Las Vegas SC 07 EA (NV)
17USparta United Sparta Elite 64 06B (UT)Oregon Premier FC 06B Academy (OR)
18ULas Vegas Sports Academy 05 Boys Red (NV)Bend FC BFCT 05B Red (OR)
19UOregon Premier FC 04B Academy 1 (OR)Fellowship of Christian Athletes B2004EV (CA-S)

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

Girls
Age GroupChampionsFinalists
13UUtah Surf 10 JR (UT)Elevation FC 10G Summit Elite (CO)
14UFC Hawaii 09G Red (HI)Colorado United – 2009G White (CO)
15ULeague 30 FC Shock – G08 JM – DC (UT)Portland City United SC 08G Red 1 (OR)
16UIdaho Rush Soccer Club 07 Elite 64 (ID)Utah Surf Utah Surf 07 BH (UT) (AQ)
17UAlaska Rush 2006 Girls (AK)La Roca FC A Bravo 2006 Girls (UT)
18UUtah Avalanche 05 Elite 64 (UT)La Roca FC A. Ovalle 05G (UT)
19UIdaho Rush Soccer Club 04/05 Elite 64 (ID)Utah County Soccer Club FC Leonas (UT)

*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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National Presidents Cup Spots Earned At Far West Presidents Cup

Scores & Standings

BOISE, Idaho (June 21, 2023) – More than 130 teams competed June 16-20 at the Far West Presidents Cup in Boise, Idaho. Games were played at the Simplot Sports Complex with a trip to National Presidents Cup on the line.

US Youth Soccer’s West Region, which consists of 14 State Associations, will send 26 teams to the national competition held July 7-11 in Wichita, Kansas. Teams from Cal-South and Utah had strong showings this past week, with three representatives – the most amongst the West region — from each. Idaho, the host state, and both Colorado and Nevada captured two titles of their own. Arizona and Montana each fielded one championship side.

Leonidas Torres, head coach of Necaxa USA Futbol Club Red – B2009 (CA-S), talked about what the 2023 US Youth Soccer Far West Regional Championships pathway looked like for his team.

“This experience has been completely new for us. We’ve gone through hard times. We’ve gotten to the State Cup finals, we never gave up. We finished as a finalist; we battled again and came out champions.” 

Coach Aitor Lario, head coach of B-Elite DEN 05G Academy (CO), talked about the grit of his team after securing the 2023 Far West Presidents Cup 18U Girls crown. 
“The camaraderie of this team is so, so, strong, and they got to play together, to play as a team, and they deserve that win.” 

Look back at the Far West Presidents Cup Champions…

2023 Far West Presidents Cup Results – Boys
Age GroupChampionsFinalists
13ULAPSL B2010 (CA-S)Utah Avalanche Boys 10 Black DW (UT)
14UNecaxa USA Futbol Club Red – B2009 (CA-S)Saints Soccer Academy 09B Blue Premier (OR)
15UApple Valley SC Storm Red B08 (CA-S)League 30 MetaSport FC 08B BT (UT)
16UPRIME Soccer Club07 Boys SSS (NV)Utah Fire FC 07B WD – SC (UT)
17ULeague 30 Utah Blitzz FC B06 – Black (SFC) (UT)CASA FC – THUNDERS RED 2006 (CO)
18UPlayers SC 05B Elite II (NV)7 Elite Academy 05B South (UT)
19USpartans FC HAVASU ACADEMY 04B (AZ)7 Elite Academy 04B SABA (UT)
2023 Far West Presidents Cup Results – Girls
Age GroupChampionsFinalists
13UBoise Timbers | Thorns BTT 10 Boise Thorns – Elite (ID)Real Billings FC RBFC 2010G Parnell PR (MT)
14UIgnite FC – 09G Orange (UT)PacNW G09 Maroon (WA)
15UCASA FC – SUPER STARS OMEGA 2008 (CO)Northern Utah United Royalty 08G Erickson (UT)
16UBoise Timbers | Thorns BTT 07 Boise Thorns – Elite (ID)ALBION SC IDAHO G07 DPL (ID)
17UIgnite Rebel Elite FC 06 (UT)Portland City United SC 06G Red 1 (OR)
18UB-Elite Soccer Academy of Denver 05G Academy (CO)Eclipse SC 2005 Girls (AK)
19UBillings United G2004 Pink PR (MT)Gillette Edge SC 19UG Purple (WY)

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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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2022 US Youth Soccer Far West Regional Championships Comes to a Close in Boise, Idaho

2022 US Youth Soccer Far West Regional Championships Comes to a Close in Boise, Idaho

Scores & Standings

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BOISE, ID (June 26, 2022) – More than 220 teams competed at the 2022 US Youth Soccer Far West Regional Championships at the Simplot Sports Complex in Boise, Idaho, this week.

Thousands of players, parents and college coaches were on hand 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, later this summer.

Utah led the field with four teams being crowned 2022 Far West Regional champions, while California-South, Hawaii, and Nevada each had two. Arizona, Colorado, Oregon, and Washington all finished with one regional champion.  

2022 US Youth Soccer Far West Regional Champions

Boys 13U – Boca Orange County (CA-S)Girls 13U – Arizona Soccer Club (AZ)
Boys 14U – Las Vegas Diversity FC (NV)Girls 14U – Arsenal Colorado (CO)
Boys 15U – UIFC Laguna FC (CA-S)Girls 15U – Wasatch SC (UT)
Boys 16U – Sparta United B06 (UT)Girls 16U – Leahi Soccer Club (HI)
Boys 17U – Hawaii Rush (HI)Girls 17U – Utah Avalanche (UT)
Boys 18U – Portland City United SC (OR)Girls 18U – Utah Soccer Alliance USA (UT)
Boys 19U – Albion SC Las Vegas (NV)Girls 19U – Three Rivers Soccer Club (WA)

Notes on some of the Far West Regional Champions:

13U Girls

The Arizona Soccer Club (AZ) made history on Sunday by capturing its first ever regional championship, defeating Las Vegas Surf (NV) 2-1 in the final. The Arizona Soccer Club scored 16 goals throughout the tournament. 

14U Boys

Las Vegas Diversity FC (NV) secured the 14U Boys Far West Regional Championship with a 3-1 win over Westside Timbers (OR). During the last three games, Diversity FC scored nine goals while allowing only three.

15U Girls

Plenty of goals were scored in the 15U Girl’s finals, which proved to be one of the most competitive at the Far West Regional Championships. Wasatch SC (UT) ultimately came out victorious, earning a 4-3 win over Idaho Rush Soccer Club (ID).

16U Boys

Sparta United (UT) earned the 16U Boys title with a 3-1 win over Three Rivers Soccer Club (WA). The Utah squad tallied 20 goals during the tournament and only allowed seven.

17U Boys

The Hawaii Rush 05B (HI) relied on a strong offensive performance during the knockout stages to claim the 17U Boys regional championship. The Hawaiin side secured first place with a 3-0 win over United PDX (OR) on Sunday.

18U Girls

The battle for the 18U Girls regional championship title featured two teams from Utah squaring off on Saturday. The Utah Soccer Alliance USA Metro (UT) earned their spot to Nationals with a 3-1 victory over Utah County Soccer Club (UT).

19U Girls

Three Rivers Soccer Club (WA) claimed the sole regional championship for Washington with a 3-1 win over United PDX (OR). Three Rivers Soccer Club had some close games during the knockout stages but did what they needed in order to earn the regional championship title.

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 Far West 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 Far West Presidents Cup in Phoenix, AZ

2022 US Youth Soccer Far West Presidents Cup Concludes Sunday in Phoenix, AZ

Scores & Standings

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PHOENIX, Arizona (June 19, 2022) – More than 130 teams competed at the 2022 US Youth Soccer Far West Presidents Cup at the Reach 11 Sports Complex in Phoenix, Arizona, this week.

Thousands of families, coaches, referees, and college coaches were on hand as teams from more than 11 State Associations competed for a spot at the US Youth Soccer National Presidents Cup in Greensboro, North Carolina, later this summer.

California-South led the field with five teams being crowned champions. Nevada took three regional champions and the host state of Arizona finished with two. Colorado, Idaho, Montana and Utah all finished with one regional champion each.

2022 Far West Presidents Cup Champions

Boys 13U – Anaheim Futbol Club (CA-S)Girls 13U – Heat FC (NV)
Boys 14U – Antelope Valley Futbol Club (CA-S)Girls 14U – Las Vegas Surf Soccer Club (NV)
Boys 15U – Roadrunner United FC (CA-S)Girls 15U – Timbers-Thorns North FC (ID)
Boys 16U – Futbolito Bimbo Soccer League Tuzos (AZ)Girls 16U – Wasatch SC (UT)
Boys 17U – Nevada Youth Soccer Players SC (NV)Girls 17U – Colorado Rush (CO)
Boys 18U – North Valley Soccer Club Breakaway (CA-S)Girls 18U – Missoula Strikers MS (MT)
Boys 19U – RSL-AZ Yuma (AZ)Girls 19U – ALBION SC Central Cal (CA-S)

Notes on some of the Far West Presidents Cup winners:

13U Boys

Anaheim Futbol Club Anaheim FC B2009 Aguirre (CA-S) defeated Timbers-Thorns North FC 09B Red (ID-PC) 2-0 in the championship match. Anaheim FC displayed its offensive prowess during the tournament with 15 goals in four games.

14U Girls

Las Vegas Surf Soccer Club (NV) finished as champions after securing a 2-1 win over Rapids FC (CO). Leading up to the championship match, Las Vegas Surf Soccer had kept all opponents scoreless while adding 15 goals of their own.

15U Boys

Roadrunners United FC (CA-S) secured the 15U Boys championship with a 2-0 victory over Sound FC (WA). The California-South squad ended up with two wins during group play and nine total goals.

16U Girls

Wasatch SC (UT) found themselves in a tough match against Real Colorado Edge (CO) but ultimately secured a 2-1 win the claim the 16U Girls Far West Presidents Cup title. Wasatch had a great showing, scoring 12 goals during group play and only conceding two.

17U Boys

Players SC (NV) from Nevada took the crown for the 17U Boys age group with a 4-2 win over Futbolito Bimbo Soccer League Tuzos Jrs. (AZ). Over the course of the tournament, Players SC recorded 18 goals over its opponents.

18U Girls

The Missoula Strikers (MT) claimed the 18U Girls title with a 2-1 win over Northern Utah United Tsunami (UT). The Montana team started off strong with a 3-1 win over Albion SC Central Cal (CA-S) during group play and maintained a strong defensive performance throughout the tournament.

19U Boys

RSL-AZ Yuma (AZ) defeated California Elite SC (CA-S) to claim the 19U Boys Far West Presidents Cup title. The Arizona team finished second within Bracket C at the conclusion of group play but saved their best for last, securing two wins in the knockout stage.

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 Far West 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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