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SURF CUP OLDERS

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July 16-19, 2027

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This is a Class I Tournament open to USYS, US Club Soccer, USSSA and FIFA affiliated teams. This event is sanctioned by US Club Soccer and ALL players must have 2025/2026 or 2026/2027 player cards to participate.

Every team will play one 80-minute game per day during pool play. All teams get 3-games guaranteed. Monday will be the semi-finals and finals and each of those games will be 70-minute games. No added time, straight to PK’s. We will truly be crowning the Best of the Best for this event while providing the players quality play time in front of college coaches.

SURF CUP YOUNGERS

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U8-U12: July 31-Aug 2, 2027
U13 – U15: July 23-26, 2027

Details coming soon

This is a Class I Tournament open to USYS, US Club Soccer, USSSA and FIFA affiliated teams. This event is sanctioned by US Club Soccer and ALL players must have 2025/2026 or 2026/2027 player cards to participate.

Every team plays three games guaranteed.   Monday, will be the semi-finals and finals.  No added time, straight to PK’s. We will truly be crowning the Best of the Best for this event.

COLLEGE COACHES

Join us for Surf Cup Olders to scout your next star player. 

Girls: June 12-15, 2026

Boys: July 24-27, 2026 

Over 600 U16-U19 teams. Surf Cup gathers the nations top youth teams from ECNL, MLS Next, GA, DPL, N1, EA and more, making it a one-stop-shop to scout elite players. Our Best of the Best bracket teams will be announced closer to the event along with the full match schedule. 

Every team plays three games guaranteed, one on each day Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.   Monday, will be the semi-finals and finals.  No added time, straight to PK’s. We will truly be crowning the Best of the Best for this event.

All games for U16 – U19 ages groups will be held at the premier San Diego facility-:Surf Sports Park. 

Address: 14989 Via De La Valle, Del Mar, CA 92014

Register in advance to lock in free parking and perks at the event! Check-in at our VIP tent to pick up your complimentary gift and enjoy catered breakfast and lunch on Friday, Saturday, Sunday. Pick up a chair and watch top cross-league talent all weekend.

We kindly ask that you register early, at least two weeks prior to the event you are attending. We look forward to hosting you!

Girls Programs: please register by May 29, 2026

Boys programs: please register by July 10, 2026

Team Housing for Surf Cup

Surf Cup is proud to partner with Athlete Travel as our Official Travel Partner. Together we’ve secured a selection of quality, team-friendly hotels at locked-in group rates –  so your whole team can stay together and focus on the games.

Need a Rental Car? That’s Covered, Too!

Your travel benefits don’t stop at the hotel. Through a partnership with Enterprise Rent-A-Car and National Car Rental, Athlete Travel offers exclusive negotiated rates to help teams and families save on transportation, too.

Compare rates, reserve without a deposit, and enjoy free cancellation if plans change. Lock in a minivan for the team!

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Athlete Travel City Guide

Check out our travel recommendations for San Diego, CA. From team bonding activities in between games, to post-match restaurants to celebrate the win, we got you covered for your stay during Surf Cup The Championship.

Common questions

You can book anywhere – but booking in the block is how your team stays together, locks in a protected rate, and helps keep the event’s costs down. Teams that book last-minute on their own often pay more, accept cancellation risk, and miss out on added benefits.

Yes – we secure value beyond the individual room. Rates are checked for comparable accommodations and amenities.

Rooms booked through Athlete Travel are protected if the event is canceled for reasons beyond anyone’s control. 

Reach out to support@athletetravel.com – a real person will help you sort it.

Good to know

One booking fee holds your room and is non-refundable. This helps cover reservation processing, booking technology, and customer support associated with managing your stay. Learn More

Questions or changes to a reservation? Go straight to Athlete Travel: support@athletetravel.com · FAQs

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