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Every player who competes in the All-American Player ID Series is competing for more than just results—they’re competing for selection.
From each Series location, only the TOP players are chosen to advance to the 2026 All-American Golden Cup, our premier, invitation-only event held at the end of the year in Round Rock, Texas and Naples, Florida.
Those selected earn the distinction of competing among the Nation’s Best Players—a title reserved for the elite. The Golden Cup is where reputations are built, talent is separated, and the highest level of competition comes together on one stage.
If your player earns an invitation to the Golden Cup, this is an opportunity you do not pass up.
EVENT INFORMATION
Friday, December 18, 2026
- Player Check-in
- Performance Training*
- Media Shoot / Player Interviews
- Evaluation Sessions / Team Workouts
- Opening Ceremonies
Saturday, December 19, 2026
- Group Play Games
- Player Combine*
Sunday, December 20, 2026
- Group Play Games
- Player Combine*
Monday, December 21, 2026
- Bracket Play Games
- Championship Games
- Awards Ceremonies
NOTE: * Must register in advance to participate in the Performance Training Session and Player Card Combine additional event opportunities.
Open to any player (boys and girls) with a birth year between 2010-2018. For gameplay, players are placed on teams by birth year and, if necessary, could be combined with other ages.

Some highlights of the All-American Golden Cup:
- The Best Facilities in the Nation!!!
- Opening ceremonies + 4 game guarantee + team practices + player evaluation sessions!
- Custom All-American Golden Cup Player Kit. Includes two Game Jerseys, Shorts, Pair of Socks, Player Swag Bag, and Bag Tag.
- NEW FOR 2025! All-American Golden Cup RINGS for all players!
- Teams consist of players from around the nation (and, in some cases, the world)!
- Opportunity to participate in our Player Combine and selected Skills Challenges.
- All-American Golden Cup Awards for Champion and Runner-Up teams, as well as individual achievement awards: Golden Ball, Golden Boot, Golden Gloves, Playmaker, Lockdown Defender, and more.
- National recognition as participating in the All-American Golden Cup as featured on Soccer Youth social media.
- Tournament Setting – Group Play / Bracket Play
- 4 Games Guarantee (weather permitting)
- 7v7 format (depending on numbers)
- Fast pace of play
- No more than 10 players on a team
- Conducted by Soccer Youth Scouts/Coaches
An evaluation period takes place as the first session at each event per age division. Coaches run the players through an evaluation session, helping balance out each team. Rosters are set after this period and coaches prepare their teams by getting to know each player, discussing strategy for the tournament, and running the players through a team workout session. No same team request

ADD-ON OPPORTUNITY: Have your player attend the Soccer Youth Performance Training session. Our Performance Training offers a unique opportunity for players to go through a two-hour training session on the field a day before the event begins. The training consists of speed, agility, coordination, and technical exercises, as well as game-realistic drills to get your player ready for the week ahead. Our training sessions are conducted by performance enhancement specialists. All players must register in advance to reserve a spot. Cost is $75 per player. Only 60 spots available per session. Plus, all players attending the training session will be able to check-in early and receive their All-American Kits.
REGISTER: Click here to log into your Soccer Youth LeagueApp account and register.

ADD-ON OPPORTUNITY: Our All-American Player ID Series features a fun Player Card Combine during the event, allowing the players to participate in skill testing stations to determine their stats for their official Soccer Youth Player Card, like what you might see with a FIFA card.
The Player Card Combine is a great way to determine where any player stands in comparison to other players from around the country by age group. A scaled rating system based on the specific birth year and gender of the player is used to determine the scores.
Following the completion of all summer events, all player cards (in digital format) are distributed. In addition, a pack of 25 soccer cards featuring your player is made and shipped once completed.
The image above is an example of the All-American Kit. The design could alter from year to year.
All-American Player Kit includes two Game Jerseys, Shorts, and Pair of Socks.
Men’s, Women’s, and Youth sizes are offered for a better fit. If your player is selected to participate in the All-American Player ID Series, make sure you look over the Soccer Size Chart to select the correct size you need during the registration process.

Register for Action Photos. Soccer Youth is excited to have Texas PhotoWorks onsite as the Official Photographer for the 2025 ALL-AMERICAN GOLDEN CUP in Round Rock, TX. Their professional photography staff will capture amazing action photos of your athlete to memorialize your experience. Photos will be delivered digitally within 2 days of the end of the event! Share, print and enjoy!
All athletes who wish to have photo coverage MUST REGISTER online before the event. NO RANDOM PHOTOS WILL BE TAKEN. Due to the number of athletes participating, photo registration is first come, first serve, and spots are limited. Go to www.texasphotoworks.com/all-american to register today!
Every player who competes in the All-American Player ID Series is competing for more than results—they are competing for selection.
At each Series location, only the top-performing players are chosen to advance to the 2026 All-American Golden Cup, our premier, invitation-only event held at year’s end in Round Rock, Texas and Naples, Florida.
Those selected earn the distinction of competing among the Nation’s Best Players—a designation reserved for the elite. The Golden Cup is where talent is identified, standards are elevated, and the highest level of competition comes together on one stage.
If your player receives an invitation to the Golden Cup, it represents a rare and meaningful opportunity—one that should not be missed.
NOMINATION PROCESS:
For a limited number of players unable to attend our summer tournaments, a highly selective nomination process will open in the fall. Nominations are considered only if limited roster spots remain available within specific divisions.
Participation in the All-American Player ID Series provides priority access and first consideration, making it the most direct pathway to selection.
Registration Fee: $575 per player
For families who prefer flexibility, an installment payment option is available:
- $200 due at the time of registration
- Remaining balance of $375, plus a $25 installment processing fee, due 60 days prior to the event
Once a registration fee is paid for this event, no cash, check, or credit card refunds will be issued for any reason. In the event of inclement weather, Soccer Youth will do everything reasonably possible to complete the event. If an event is completely cancelled due to inclement weather, field conditions, or any other reason out of our control, registrants will be allowed to transfer into a different Soccer Youth event in 2026, subject to availability and registration deadlines. Soccer Youth will not be liable for travel, lodging, or any other expenses that the individual or anyone else affiliated/associated in any way with the individual incurs in connection with a canceled or moved event.
NEEDING TO DROP OUT FROM THE EVENT
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Know any players on your club team or surrounding area that should play in our All-American events? If so, let us know. For every buddy you recommend, that gets accepted and registers we’ll send out some Soccer Youth SWAG!!! IT’S THAT EASY! To get started, just fill out the BUDDY RECOMMENDATION FORM and submit today. We’ll take it from there!
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