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15th Anniversary in Iowa, in spite of flooding!
Age Divisions & Entry Fees:
- U7 and U8 divisions(playing 4v4) $120.00
- U9 and U10 divisions (playing 6v6) $150.00
- U11 and U12 divisions (playing 8v8) $185.00
- U13 and U14 divisions (playing 11v11) $235.00
Depending on the number of teams registered, age groups may be combined or divided.
This US Youth Soccer event is the largest recreational youth soccer festival in the United States, boasting more than 65,000 participants. The Iowa Soccer Association has run a US Youth Soccer American Cup every year since 1992. Kohl's Department stores is the most recent national sponsor.
The Kohl's American Cup offers recreational soccer players an opportunity to play in a high-quality tournament in a fun atmosphere, where the emphasis is placed on participation, rather than competition.
The Iowa Kohl's US Youth Soccer American Cup is a guaranteed three-game, round-robin format. Scores and standings are not kept in the U10-below divisions, and all participants receive an award. In U11-above divisions, semifinal and final matches are held, with members of the first- and second-place teams each receiving awards.
Purpose:
- Provide recreational youth soccer players the opportunity to experience a consistent, high quality tournament in a fun, festival-like atmosphere.
- Stimulate excitement about soccer in an effort to increase players' interest.
- Provide recreational players with the opportunity to participate in an original event beyond their normal league play.
- Give host organizations the opportunity to offer more servivces to current members and to increase membership enrollment.
Philosophy:
- The Kohl's American Cup philosophy rests in granting all players equal opportunities and benefits within their level of play in the sport of soccer. All players have the right to participate in competitions where they can develop and exhibit their skills while enjoying themselves. The Kohl's American Cup format provides recreational players with a developmental opportunity by emphasizing participation, as opposed to competition, in a family-centered environment.
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The "Interactive Area"!
Also known as the fun zone! Come over anytime throughout the day to try your skills at three different inflatable kick areas, rock out to the music, kick the ball around with friends or gather for photos.
Team eligibility requirements:
1) A recreational-registered Iowa Soccer Association team.
2) Recreational fall roster has been received by Iowa Soccer for the Fall '08 season.
3) Team has played in a recognized four-team sanctioned league. No tournament-only teams!
4) Each player has a current US Youth Soccer player pass with current picture and signature.
5) Each player MUST have a signed "Medical Release" form -- form does NOT need to be notarized.
Entry Materials:
1) Completed "Entry Form" or register online
2) Full entry fee with check made out to Ames Soccer Club.
3) Subsequent to entering, we will send you a final "To do" checklist.
Guest Player Allowance:
We allow up to two guest recreational-registered players for teams that may be short and otherwise could not enter the tournament. It is not intended so that coaches can exclude available players in favor of guest players. Iowa Soccer officials will determine the eligibility of guest players.
Questions?
Contact Local Tournament Director Gary Eyles
garykix@mchsi.com
515-360-5117
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