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The Adidas National Cup 2026
Registration Now Open!

The Adidas National Cup is a top-rated tournament for the nation’s best teams to compete for one of the biggest trophies in youth soccer!  All games are played on 24 lighted, synthetic turf fields, including the nationally recognized River City Sportsplex. Each facility allows for play under adverse weather conditions.  Bulk Club discounts (four or more teams) are available.  Inquire within.  This event is open to all teams.

We offer three competitive levels and will add more based on participation:  Super Group, Copa, and Predator.  We host top-ranked teams from highly competitive leagues such as ECNL, ECNL RL, MLS Next, MLS Next 2, Girls Academy, Girls Academy Aspire, DPL, EDP, CCL, APL, USYS, US Club, and USSSA.   

DETAILS

Richmond, Virginia
February 13-15, 2026
Under 9-Under 19 Boys & Girls

FEES

$900.00 Under 9-10
$975.00 Under 11-14
$1250.00 Under 15-19

FIELDS

River City Sportsplex
Directions | Field Map

Glover Park
Directions | Field Map

Stratton Park
Directions | Field Map  

IMPORTANT LINKS

Accepted Teams  |  Brackets  |  Schedule
Rules and Procedures
Permission to Host
Academic Absence Letter
College Coach Registration

STAY & PLAY

Book Hotels:  288 Travel
Discount Coupons:  Visit Richmond

All teams register through Gotsport. You will be asked to enter your credit card information to submit your registration.
Your credit card will not be charged until we accept the team to the event.

QUESTIONS?

Adidas National Cup Administrator:  Email, alewis@clubchampions.org

CALENDAR

2025 Adidas National Cup Results
2024 Adidas National Cup Results
2023 Adidas National Cup Results
Dec 24 Early Bird Registration Deadline

Jan 16

Registration Deadline

Jan 23

Accepted Teams Posted

Jan 30

Brackets & Schedule Posted

Feb 2

Schedules Locked

Feb 6

Online Check-In Deadline

Feb 13-15

The Adidas National Cup!

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Presidents Day Weekend
  • Friday, Saturday, and Sunday event
  • U16-U19s will play Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
  • U9-U15s will play on Saturday and Sunday
  • Double coaches schedules are balanced
  • Guaranteed (3) matches per team
  • All games on lighted, synthetic turf fields
  • Fields allow for play under adverse weather conditions
  • Live Stream and Video purchases are available VIA HUDL
  • Certified Athletic Trainers on-site
  • Quality Referees with National Referee Mentors On-Site
  • 25 years of Soccer Event Management Organization
  • Adidas, Soccer.com, and KwikGoal are major sponsors
  • Finalists receive guaranteed entry and discounted event fees to our valuable partner, the USA CUP, held each Summer.
HUDL TV
As the exclusive and official video recording and live-streaming partner of The Adidas National Cup, HUDL offers a state-of-the-art platform for viewing live-streamed U13-U19 matches at River City Sportsplex. Glover Park does not provide live streaming. Outside video cameras are allowed only with proof of a Hudl package at River City Sportsplex and with The Adidas National Cup approval. Outside cameras are permitted at Glover Park or other venues that does not provide Hudl live-streaming.

For early bird pricing, click here!


ADIDAS NATIONAL CUP AND TARGET USA CUP ANNOUNCE PARTNERSHIP! GUARANTEED ENTRY AND TEAM ENTRY FEE DISCOUNT FOR CHAMPIONS AND FINALISTS! CLICK IMAGES TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE TARGET USA CUP.

NCSA COACH PACKET
College coaches will have direct access to NCSA profiles created in the digital recruiting booklet, which they can access to view rosters and schedules for the event. 
Complete your athlete's GotSport profile, including the athlete's email, jersey number, and position. Note:  this is a tournament event and not a college showcase.  Players are strongly recommended to contact their college/university of choice and invite them to specific games, as The Adidas National Cup is a tournament, not a college showcase.  If you have any questions, please get in touch with coachpacketsupport@ncasports.org. 

ADIDAS NATIONAL CUP CHAMPIONS TROPHIES! SECOND TO NONE!