Registration

📅 Dates: May 23–24, 2026
📍 Location: Montgomery County, Maryland
⚽ Ages: U-8 – U-19 (Boys & Girls)
🕒 Registration Deadline: May 2, 2026
💳 Entry Fee: $720 – $875 (includes referees)
🏆 Sanctioning: US Youth Soccer Sanctioned Tournament

I. Overview

The MDSL Memorial Cup is a Classic (lowest bracket) to Mid-Level Travel (highest bracket) soccer tournament designed to close out the Spring season in a competitive and family-friendly environment.

This event welcomes boys and girls teams U-8 through U-19, providing an excellent opportunity to test your team’s progress while celebrating the holiday weekend with teammates, friends, and family.

II. Application & Divisions

All costs include referee fees.

💡 Note – GotSport charges a $20 software fee upon checkout.

III. Playing Levels

The MDSL Memorial Cup offers divisions for Classic to Mid-Level Travel teams:

1. Classic Level (Lowest Bracket)

• Typical leagues: MSI Classic, SAM, URSL, and other county-based travel leagues.
• Teams generally consist of competitive non-recreational players not yet playing full travel soccer.

2. Entry-Level Travel Teams

• Teams transitioning from Classic competition into Travel level play.
• Typically compete in Divisions 5–7 of leagues such as EDP or NCSL.
• Limited out-of-area travel.

3. Mid-Level Travel Teams

• Competitive travel teams with strong tactical and technical understanding.
• Typically play in Divisions 3–4 of EDP, NCSL, or comparable leagues.
• Travel regionally for competition.

📊 Team placement and bracketing are determined using data from Soccer Rankings and other verified sources to ensure balanced competition.

IV. Registration Information

Deadline:

🗓️ Saturday, May 2, 2026

Late Applications:

• Applications received after May 2 are subject to a $50 late fee.
• Late applicants are not guaranteed acceptance.

Payment Details:

Checks payable to:

MDSL
c/o Memorial Cup
PO Box 302
Sandy Spring, MD 20860

💳 No credit card processing fees for MDSL events.

Team Acceptance:

• Confirmed upon registration and payment receipt.

V. Key Tournament Dates

All players must have a valid USYS or U.S. Club Soccer player pass or an official roster from their state or an MDSL-accredited league.

VI. Check-In & Credentials

Online Check-In (via GotSport):

All teams must complete check-in online by uploading the required documents:

• Player passes
• Approved roster
• Signed MDSL Team Waiver

Roster Requirements:

• State-affiliated teams: Upload USYS or U.S. Club Soccer roster & cards.
• Non-USYS affiliated teams: Must provide a roster from an MDSL-accredited league, such as:
  • MDSL
  • MSI Classic
  • SAM
  • URSL

To confirm if your league is accredited, email info@mdslsoccer.com.

📧 For GotSport check-in assistance:
checkin@gotsoccer.com

VII. Competition Details

• Game Format: All matches follow US Youth Soccer rules with MDSL modifications.
• Number of Games: Minimum of 3 games guaranteed (weather permitting).
• Tiebreakers: Determined by goal differential, goals scored, head-to-head results, and fair play points.
• Awards: Champions receive trophies and medals; Finalists receive medals.
• Venues: Games will be played across premier facilities in Montgomery County, MD.

VIII. Team Requirements

• Players must have matching uniforms with unique numbers.
• Teams must carry player cards and medical release forms at all matches.
• No mixed sanctioning bodies (e.g., US Club + USYS combined rosters).
• Guest players are allowed in accordance with USYS/US Club tournament rules.

IX. Sportsmanship & Conduct

MDSL promotes a positive and respectful playing environment:

• Coaches are responsible for player, parent, and spectator behavior.
• Negative conduct, harassment, or referee abuse will not be tolerated.
• Teams violating conduct standards may face disciplinary action or removal from the event.

X. Contact Information

MDSL Memorial Cup 2026
📬 PO Box 302
Sandy Spring, MD 20860
📧 info@mdslsoccer.com
🌐 www.mdslsoccer.com