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US Youth Soccer Announces Host Location for 2022 National Presidents Cup
Greensboro, NC to Offer Picturesque Experiences for Competitors and Guests
FRISCO, Texas (April 14, 2021) — US Youth Soccer (USYS) is proud to announce that Greensboro, NC has been selected to host the 2022 US Youth Soccer National Presidents Cup, July 7 - 10, 2022.
“We are excited to bring this tournament to Greensboro, NC,” said USYS CEO Skip Gilbert. “This beautiful location will make our 2022 National Presidents Cup even more memorable for our teams, guests and families. We look forward to working with North Carolina Youth Soccer, the City of Greensboro, NC, the Greensboro Area Convention & Visitors Bureau and Bryan Park staff to deliver a premiere programming experience for these aspiring teams.”
“NC Fusion and Bryan Park are pleased to host the 2022 US Youth Soccer National Presidents Cup in Greensboro, NC. USYS has an extraordinary event staff with a tremendous amount of experience. We look forward to collaborating with USYS and NCYSA to produce a premiere competition experience. We want to specifically thank the Greensboro Area Convention & Visitors Bureau and the City of Greensboro for its support to attract these events to our community," said Scott Wollaston, NC Fusion Executive Director.
“North Carolina Youth Soccer is looking forward to welcoming the 2022 USYS National Presidents Cup teams to North Carolina. Our goal will be to provide an outstanding event resulting in great memories for the players, coaches, referees and families,” said Kathy Robinson, Executive Director, North Carolina Youth Soccer Association.
“Greensboro is both proud and privileged to host the USYS National Presidents Cup at Bryan Park Soccer Complex July 7 – 10, 2022. Having this premiere soccer event in Greensboro, NC is strong for our economy and allows us to expose 1,200 athletes to the best soccer fields in the United States, “said Henri Fourrier, President & CEO Greensboro Area Convention & Visitors Bureau. “In between competitions, competitors and guests will be able to enjoy Greensboro’s own special blend of Southern hospitality.”
With a great selection of 135 attractions, the fun never ends in Greensboro, NC! Centrally located in North Carolina’s picturesque heartland, Greensboro is the perfect place to relax and be immersed in entertainment. Once known as a textile town, the city is better known as “Tournament Town” for its wealth of athletic venues – courts, fields, stadiums and even pools. Greensboro has been host to the men’s and women’s ACC basketball tournaments, the PGA Wyndham Championship, the U.S. Figure Skating Championships and now the USYS 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 3 million players annually. Through its programming, resources and leadership, US Youth Soccer is advancing the game for its 55 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. We Are Youth Soccer. For more information, visit www.usyouthsoccer.org.
About the US Youth Soccer 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. Each US Youth Soccer State Association determines the path through which its State teams advance to the Regional competitions. The Presidents Cup provides a progressive, competitive experience to teams that might not otherwise get the opportunity. Teams participate in a series of unique experiences highlighting competition, camaraderie and community from the State, Regional and National levels of US Youth Soccer.
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