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2022-2023 State Cups


The NJ Youth Soccer State Cups Presented by Players Health provides pathways to be crowned champions of the state, region, and nation. With the National Championship Series, Presidents Cup, and Challenge Cup tournaments, every participating team has the ability to vie for the title of "State Champion.” Check out the information below to begin your journey.

New Jersey Youth Soccer 2022-2023 State Cups competition is hosting the Spring 2023 State Cups, which includes the National Championship Series, Presidents Cup and Challenge Cup.  The competition features 15U-19U teams competing in single elimination format this spring. 

State Cup Notices and Updates

SPRING 2023 UPDATE (5/12 AT 10:30 AM)

The NJ Youth Soccer Spring 2023 State Cups (15U-19U) semifinals and finals will be held on May 13th, May 14th, and May 20th. For logistics, see the slide deck here.

To order NJYS State Cup apparel from Score, click here

SportsRecruits, the exclusive recruiting technology partner of NJYS, is providing resources for teams competing in the final rounds of the state cups. SportsRecruits will be collecting team rosters for the event so that they can be provided to college coaches. You can expect to receive an email from [email protected] detailing how you can submit your team’s roster. 

To view the public schedule, please click here

National Championship Series 11U -19U/20U


The National Championship Series is the country’s most prestigious national youth soccer tournament, providing winners from each state the opportunity to showcase their soccer skills against the best competition in the nation while emphasizing teamwork, discipline, and fair play.  The winner of the NJYS State Cup U12 teams and above will advance to the 2023 US Youth Soccer Eastern Regional Championships in Loudoun, Virginia. 

The competition is a single elimination format:

Spring 2023

  • Fees: 15U-17U (11v11) - $240 per team*
  • Fees: 18U-19U (11v11)- $210 per team*

Fall 2022 (Completed)

  • Fees: 11U-12U (9v9)^ - $240 per team*
  • Fees: 13U-14U (11v11) - $240 per team*


Registration is closed for the 2022-2023 competitions.

This competition is recommended for teams participating in the National League E64, USYS National League  P.R.O., and National League Conferences (Premier I & II). Note: Teams must participate in the oldest age group in which they participate in their NJYS member league.

*Teams that submit an application after the registration deadline are not guaranteed acceptance and may be subject to late fees.
^Teams entering the 9v9 age groups must play in an approved 9v9 league.

Presidents Cup 11U - 18U/19U


The US Youth Soccer Presidents Cup provides additional challenges to play against teams of similar abilities for a national title. The cup provides a progressive, competitive experience to teams that might not otherwise get the opportunity 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 winner of the NJYS Presidents Cup NJYS State Cup U12 teams and above will advance to the 2023 US Youth Soccer East Region Presidents Cup in Valley Forge, Pennsylvania.

The competition is a single elimination format:

Spring 2023

  • Fees: 15U-17U (11v11) - $240 per team*
  • Fees: 18U-19U (11v11)- $210 per team*

Fall 2022 (Completed)

  • Fees: 11U-12U (9v9)^ - $240 per team*
  • Fees: 13U-14U (11v11) - $240 per team*


Registration is closed for the 2022-2023 competitions.

This competition is recommended for teams participating in EDP Premier III, IV, or V. Note: Teams must participate in the oldest age group in which they participate in their NJYS member league.

*Teams that submit an application after the registration deadline are not guaranteed acceptance and may be subject to late fees.
^Teams entering the 9v9 age groups must play in an approved 9v9 league.

Challenge Cup 11U-18U/19U


The Challenge Cup is the NJYS Cup that attracts the most teams and provides a third tier state competition.  This tournament hosts travel teams in the U11 to U19 age groups.  This state-only tournament is designed to create a challenging and enjoyable event for teams that do not play in the National Championship Series or Presidents Cup.

The competition is a single elimination format:

Spring 2023

  • Fees: 15U-17U (11v11) - $190 per team*
  • Fees: 18U-19U (11v11) - $160 per team*

Fall 2022 (Completed)

  • Fees: 11U-12U (9v9)^ - $190 per team*
  • Fees: 13U-14U (11v11) - $190 per team*
 

Registration is closed for the 2022-2023 competitions.

This competition is recommended for teams participating in CJYSA-EDP Premier VI-XI (formerly EDP Championships I-VI), MCYSA, Metro, MNJYSA, and MOSA. Note: Teams must participate in the age group in which they participate in their NJYS member league.

*Teams that submit an application after the registration deadline are not guaranteed acceptance and may be subject to late fees. 
^Teams entering the 9v9 age groups must play in an approved 9v9 league.

Competition Information

Schedule of Play Dates: Click here to view the Spring 2023 Play Dates

Rules of Competition: Please see the NJYS State Cups Policies and Rules of Competition (Updated July 2022)

Registration Dates (15U-19U): Registration closes on Monday, March 13th, 2023. Teams submitting an application after this deadline are not guaranteed acceptance and may be subject to late fees.

Venues: NJYS will host the semifinals (15U-17U) and finals (15U-19U) at a neutral site. Teams will be receive home and away designations for Rounds of 64, 32, 16, quarterfinals, and semifinals (18U-19U) where the home team is responsible for securing a venue and referees. 

Flighting Appeal:  The appeals process to compete in a different State Cup competition than flighted (e.g. Challenge Cup, Presidents Cup, or NCS) for the Spring 2023 competitions will be released at a later date.


NOTICE: CLUB PASS MODIFICATIONS

NJYS permits "Club Passing" within State Cups:

To view the modifications and Frequently Asked Questions document, click here.

For assistance adding Club Pass Players as a Club Administrator, click here.
For assistance adding Club Pass Players as a Coach, click here.

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