Growing Adult Soccer Across America – The 2016 USASA Adult Soccer Fest is Fun For All Adults
A player’s passion for soccer only increases with age. The Adult Soccer Fest, presented by US Adult Soccer Association, offers opportunities for players of all ages and abilities to get back on the pitch. A week built around soccer, food and beer, the Adult Soccer Fest is the largest sanctioned adult soccer event in the United States.
Born as the Veterans Cup back in 1998, this event was created with the intention of providing high-level soccer to both men and women, whatever their age. Rivalries on the field have led to friendships off and helped turn this event into a week of competition and celebration for over 3,000 players, family members and supporters.
“I’m often asked how competitive are the games, especially at the Over 70 division,” said Duncan Riddle, Executive Director of the USASA. “When the first ball gets kicked the players come alive. On opening day of the 2015 tournament, the referees handed out a record number of red & yellow cards! It’s very competitive at all levels.”
Where do adults play competitive soccer? The USASA is here to provide the opportunity to let adults enjoy a fabulous tournament where soccer culture and fun reigns supreme. Riddle — a former player and soccer executive in England who spent nearly 10 years working for Aston Villa — is the executive director of the USASA. Riddle knows how adults of all ages long to kick the soccer ball and share their passion for the world’s greatest sport.
Adult Soccer Fest offers divisions tailored to all ages and levels, Each age divisions includes group play and a chance at a championship game. All ages play 11v11 except Over 65 women and Over 70 men, which play 8v8.
Over 30 to Over 70
Battle it out with old rivals or make new ones. Either way, lace up your cleats and hit the pitch.
Men’s Open
For the young and/or the daring. The open division gives players of any age a chance to play together.
Women’s Open
For the young and/or the daring. The open division gives players of any age a chance to play together.
Walking Soccer
The beautiful game, just slowed down. Walking soccer levels the playing field by eliminating running. The pace of the players may be slower but the competition is still fierce.
3v3
More fun for everyone. If your team struggles during the week, there are more chances to hit the pitch. Join our one-day, small-sided tournament on Saturday. Small fields, small goals but big stakes.
Paralympic
The game of soccer is meant to be enjoyed by all. The Adult Soccer Fest offers divisions for amputee, CP/stroke/TBI, as well as dwarf players.
Riddle encourages adult soccer players of all levels to come out and participate in USASA’s Soccer Fest. “There are many soccer players in America but responsibility-weary adults sometimes fail to make time to play the sport they love,” said Riddle in an earlier interview. “All adults deserve the opportunity to play soccer and have fun too.”
From July 13 to 17 in Denver, Colorado, the USASA will host the Adult Soccer Fest, the largest sanctioned adult soccer event in the United States.
COST
Regular Registration: $625/Team (February 16 thru April 30th, 2016)
Late Registration: $750/Team(May 1st thru June 13th, 2016)
Source: USASA
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