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Elite 64 Playoffs in Arizona see 45 teams advance to National League P.R.O.

Teams will compete for berths to Nationals at next stage of National League events
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MESA, Ariz. (Nov. 6, 2023) — Four exciting days of action at the Elite 64 Playoffs in Mesa, Ariz., saw 45 girls teams qualify for National League P.R.O., while six sides claimed Playoff titles as the winners of the champions pool in their age group.

Elite 64 is the top club-based platform in the USYS National League. The Nov. 3-6 action took place at Legacy Sports Park and featured more than 100 girls teams across the 13U-19U age groups.

For the 14U-19U age groups, the Playoffs represent the first of two stages of National League events, which provide every competing team with an opportunity to ultimately advance to the USYS National Championships. The 45 teams that earned advancement to the next stage — National League P.R.O. — will play May 3-6 in Oceanside, Calif., for a chance to qualify to the National Championships.

“There’s a lot to play for, and the teams coming out here have goals that they’re striving for,” said 16U Las Vegas Surf coach Pedram Mahinpey following his team’s 3-2 win to open the weekend. “It’s exciting to know that we’ve already advanced to National League P.R.O. in May, and now we want to continue to play well and build on this.”

In addition to earning a place in National League P.R.O., six teams also won tournament competition within the champions pool of their respective age groups to claim Elite 64 Playoff titles.

2023 Elite 64 Playoffs (Arizona) | Girls Champions
*13U: East County Surf 11G Elite 64
14U: South Valley Surf SC 10G Elite 64
15U: Las Vegas Surf Soccer Club 09G Elite 64
16U: South Valley Surf SC 08G Elite 64
17U: South Valley Surf SC 07G Elite 64
19U: Strikers FC North 06G Elite 64

*The 13U age group does not advance teams to National League P.R.O.

“This is our second year in the league. We won it last year, and we were also Elite 64 national champions,” 16U South Valley Surf forward Michelle Antongiovianni said after her team won the Playoffs championship. “It’s a great opportunity to play against high-level players. If we want to go to college for soccer, it’s giving us a lot of opportunities.”

TITLE GAME RECAPS…

13U Girls
A quick start helped power East County Surf 11G Elite 64 to a 4-1 win against Legends FC 11G Elite 64 in the 13U title game. East County jumped in front with a goal just three minutes into the game, and it went up 2-0 in the 25th minute thanks to an Elaina Donahue goal. Ava Irwin pulled a goal back for Legends to cut the East County lead to 2-1 just before halftime. Kiley Ann Hue scored in the 56th minute to push the East County lead back to two goals, and Olive Murillo capped the 4-1 victory with a strike in the 65th minute.

14U Girls
South Valley Surf SC 10G Elite 64 defeated Utah Soccer Alliance 10G Elite 64, 3-1, in the championship game to win the 14U title. Olivia Howlett fired in a 19th-minute goal to put South Valley in front, and Giuliana Martinez used a first-touch finish to double Surf’s lead late in the opening half. Howlett added a 53rd-minute insurance goal before Maddison Rider pulled a goal back for Utah. A late save by the Surf keeper prevented USA from getting any closer, as Surf claimed the victory and the age group title.

15U Girls
A strong all-around performance helped Las Vegas Surf SC 09G Elite 64 win the 15U title with a 3-0 victory against East County Surf 09G Elite 64. Sanai Battles opened the scoring when she finished off a nice passing move following a short corner in the 13th minute. Madalynn Smith doubled the lead a few minutes later, as Las Vegas controlled play in much of the first half. Vegas extended the lead to 3-0 early in the second half when Claire Taft found the back of the net, and that score line held as Las Vegas won the Playoff championship.

16U Girls
An early second-half goal proved to be the difference, as South Valley Surf SC 08G Elite 64 earned a 1-0 win against AYSO UNITED 08G Elite 64 in the 16U title game. South Valley generated several periods of sustained attacking threats, but AYSO did well to keep the game scoreless early into the second half. Surf broke through on a recycled ball following a free kick that Sophia Contreras helped into the back of the net. Surf’s defense held on for its third clean sheet of the weekend, as South Valley claimed its third consecutive 1-0 victory to win the Playoffs Championship.

17U Girls
South Valley Surf SC 07G Elite 64 held off a late push from Idaho Rush SC 07G Elite 64 to secure a 2-1 win in the 17U title game. Kara Campoy and Emily Cove each scored in the opening 15 minutes to give South Valley an early two-goal advantage, which it maintained for much of the game. An 85th-minute Rush goal by Maggie Poole added drama to the final minutes, but South Valley protected its lead to secure the win. En route to the title, South Valley did well in close games, as it won by scores of 2-1, 2-0 and 2-1 during the Playoffs in Arizona.

19U Girls
A third shutout of the weekend helped Strikers FC North 06G Elite 64 defeat CDA Slammers 05/06G Elite 64 to win the 19U title at the Elite 64 Playoffs. Gabrielle Flores opened the scoring for Strikers FC with a goal in the 9th minute, and Lorena Gonzalez doubled the advantage when she found the back of the net in the 38th minute. Those tallies were more than enough for the Strikers FC defense, as the side secured a 2-0 win to obtain the title.

The Elite 64 teams that did not compete in the Playoffs in Arizona will play Jan. 19-23 at Elite 64 Playoffs in Florida. Teams that advance from that event will move on to a National League P.R.O. event in February.

Visit the National League website for more information on its national events and Elite 64.

Elite 64 Playoffs (Arizona) – Girls Preview

The girls kick off the Elite 64 Playoffs when several teams travel to Mesa, Ariz., to compete Nov. 3-6. Each age group features a champions pool, where teams will play in a tournament style to determine the event champion. In the 14U-19U age groups, teams in every pool are also playing for qualifying spots into the May 2024 National League P.R.O. event, where teams will compete to advance to the 2024 USYS National Championships.

While teams in the 13U age group will see a Playoff winner crowned, the Playoffs primarily serve as an introduction to national events and do not include advancement in the 13U age group.

Take a look at some of the teams, games and players to watch in the 14U-19U Girls age groups during the Elite 64 Playoffs in Arizona.

14U Girls

Of the teams contending for the Champion Pool title, Legends FC (CA) 10G Elite 64 has some of the most impressive results over the past 12 months. Legends FC claimed the Elite 64 National Finals title in the 2010 age group back in May, and it has continued its fine form to begin the 2023-24 season. Legends FC is currently near the top of the Elite 64 Pacific standings, as it has captured 17 points from seven games.

CDA Slammers 10G Elite 64, which fell to Legends FC in penalties in the National Finals title game, is looking to build off an impressive all-around performance in 2022-23, when it preceded its National Finals run by riding a potent attack to a second-place finish in the Elite 64 Pacific standings.

The team that finished in first place last season in the Pacific —South Valley Surf SC 10G Elite 64 — will also be a side to watch in Arizona. Meanwhile, Utah Soccer Alliance 10G Elite 64, is out to knock off the California sides after it followed a perfect 2022-23 regular season record with a run to the semifinals at the National Finals.

Day 1 Game to Watch

East County Surf 10G Elite 64 and South Valley Surf SC 10G Elite 64 meet on Nov. 4 with a spot in National League P.R.O. on the line. They are currently each in the top three of the Elite 64 Pacific standings. South Valley secured a 3-2 victory in the teams’ season-opening matchup in September, and a similar showing will have added excitement in Mesa.

ProScore Players to Watch

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Selah Graney (Forward – CCV Stars)
Graney is a strong player with a very high work rate. Using her remarkable pace, she effortlessly bypasses opponents and regularly gets in behind defenses.

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Camilla Rodriguez (Defender – Legends FC (CA))
A relentless and imposing player who excels in physical challenges, Rodriguez also poses a threat in attack. She scored an excellent solo goal against East County Surf in September and regularly creates opportunities for her teammates.

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15U Girls

Two teams stand out in the 2009 Girls age group — South Valley Surf SC 09G Elite 64 and Las Vegas Surf 09G Elite 64. South Valley won the Elite 64 National Finals last season, and it needed penalties in a thrilling semifinal to hold off Las Vegas on its way to the title. Through eight games in the Elite 64 Pacific this season, South Valley is undefeated and looks poised for another strong campaign.

Meanwhile, Las Vegas has also secured four straight wins to begin this season, as the Nevada side has compiled an overall record of 19 wins, one draw and no losses in Elite 64 league play when combined with last year’s first-place showing.

Utah Soccer Alliance Elite 64 09G is another team to watch in Arizona, as it used a first-place finish last season in the Elite 64 Desert standings to secure its place in the champions pool. CDA Slammers 09G Elite 64 defeated USA at last season’s National Finals en route to a trip to the title game, and it could make another run this year in the Playoffs.

Day 1 Game to Watch

The Nov. 4 matchup between East County Surf 09G Elite 64 and Utah Soccer Alliance 09G Elite 64 features two teams that have shown an ability to string together results in league play. East County Surf has compiled a 7-2-1 record in the early portion of this season, while Utah went 8-1-1 to win last season’s Elite 64 Desert group. The winner of this one will secure its place in National League P.R.O.

ProScore Players to Watch

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Evelyn Contreras (Forward – Las Vegas Surf)
Contreras is a versatile attacker with superb technical ability, and she was a standout player at showcase events last season. She bagged a regular season hat-trick against CCV Stars in September and will be a big threat for defenses in Mesa.

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Elle Weathersby (Midfielder – Lobos Rush)
A talented midfielder who is strong and composed on the ball, Weathersby produced a number of spectacular long-range strikes last season. Goalkeepers beware.

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16U Girls

After capturing the title this past summer at the Elite 64 National Finals, South Valley Surf SC 08G Elite 64 looks to be among the favorites to have success at the Playoffs in Arizona. The California side finished first in the Elite 64 Pacific standings last season, and it’s back near the top of the table in the early stages of the 2023-24 season.

The team that finished behind South Valley in last season’s league standings — CDA Slammers 08G Elite 64 — could also make some noise in Arizona. A semifinal berth at the 2023 National Finals showed that Slammers can do well in tournament play. CDA has also shown good recent form in the Elite 64 regular season, as it is tied atop the Pacific standings.

Meanwhile, Idaho Rush Soccer Club Elite 64 08G could be a team to watch in the Silver Pool after it compiled a 7-1-0 record en route to a first-place finish in last season’s Elite 64 Northwest standings. The Idaho side will aim to string together some wins in Arizona to earn qualification to National League P.R.O.

Day 1 Game to Watch

The Nov. 3 game between Valor Soccer 08G Elite 64 and Las Vegas Surf 08G Elite 64 will determine a National League P.R.O. qualifier. Valor finished second in last season’s Elite 64 Northwest standings and will look to build off that performance. Las Vegas has shown improvement after a mid-table finish last year, as the Nevada side is off to a 3-0-1 start this season in the Elite 64 Pacific, with the group’s best goal differential.

ProScore Players to Watch

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Leilani Phillips (Forward – AYSO United)
After showing promise last season, Phillips has stepped up her game significantly already this campaign, recently scoring consecutive regular season hat-tricks against Strikers FC North and Legends FC (CA). Look out for her pace and power.

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Amanda Bear (Midfielder – East County Surf)
Bear consistently thwarts opposition attacks with a combination of precision and grit. Her excellent vision and passing range often allow her to initiate counterattacks and create goal scoring opportunities.

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17U Girls

One of three teams to average more than two points per game in last season’s tight Elite 64 Pacific standings, South Valley Surf SC 07G Elite 64 finished its 2022-23 league campaign in first place. That sustained performance earned it a spot in the Champions Pool in the Elite 64 Playoffs, and South Valley will head to Arizona with even more momentum following a 7-1-0 start to the current league season.

South Valley will need to get through Legends FC (CA) Elite 64 07G to earn the Champions Pool title. Legends FC finished third in the Elite 64 Pacific last season and elevated its game in the summer to win the Elite 64 National Finals. That proven success in tournament play, coupled with its own hot start to the 2023-24 season — including a recent win against South Valley — makes Legends FC a difficult matchup for any opponent.

The team that Legends FC defeated to win the National Finals — FC Premier (CA) 07G Elite 64 — will be another side to watch in Arizona. Its finalist showing in June followed a second-place finish in the Elite 64 Pacific standings, as FC Premier recording an impressive all-around season.

Day 1 Game to Watch

A pair of second-place league finishers match up on Nov. 3 when FC Premier (CA) 07G Elite 64 takes on Idaho Rush SC 07G Elite 64. FC Premier’s recent resume is noted above, while Idaho Rush narrowly missed out on finishing on top of last season’s Elite 64 Northwest standings due to a goal differential tiebreaker. Idaho went unbeaten in showcase action last year in Arizona, and a similar performance in this game could help it to punch a ticket to National League P.R.O.

ProScore Players to Watch

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Natalia Ramirez (Goalkeeper – AYSO United)
Ramirez possesses impressive shot-stopping ability, leading to a consistently high save count in her games. Her fast reflexes and composure under pressure have helped her record two regular season shutouts prior to this event.

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Mia Rodriguez (Forward – Legends FC)
Eye-catching center forward play by Rodriguez has helped Legends FC (CA) to an outstanding start to the Elite 64 regular season. Excellent close control combined with a powerful right foot has led to prolific recent goal scoring form.

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19U Girls

The 19U Girls age group features numerous teams with results over the past year that should give them confidence heading into the Elite 64 Playoffs in Arizona.

Last year’s Elite 64 Pacific winner, South Valley Surf SC 05/06G Elite 64, will look to add another first-place showing to its accomplishments. A 2-1 league win against second-place Strikers FC North Elite 64 06G was the difference between the two sides in the Pacific standings, as just two points separated them in the final table. If strikers can carry over its high-scoring attack to the Playoffs, it will be a challenge for all opponents. More recently, CCV Stars 05G Elite 64 opened its first Elite 64 campaign with four wins from four games against Elite 64 Pacific competition. If that good form can continue into the Playoffs, the Arizona side will be a team to watch in the Wildcard Pool, as it looks to advance to National League P.R.O.

Day 1 Game to Watch

East County Surf 05/06G Elite 64 and Strikers FC North 06G Elite 64 meet on Nov. 3 with a spot in National League P.R.O. on the line. East County made a run to the semifinal round of last season’s Elite 64 National Finals and used a busy early fall schedule to move to the top of the current Elite 64 Pacific standings. Strikers have played at a consistently high level in Elite 64 over the last 14 months, and the two sides drew, 2-2, in their meeting earlier this fall.

ProScore Players to Watch

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Mia Martinez (Defender – LASC)
An excellent reader of the game at the back, Martinez consistently wins duels and is particularly strong in the air. In addition to playing a key part in a solid LASC defense, she also poses a threat with powerful shots from distance.

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Ella Barron (Midfielder – CCV Stars)
Barron is a well-rounded midfielder who loves to make big plays. Excellent technique on free kicks and with long-range strikes have helped her net multiple goals already this season and make her a constant threat from outside the box.

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2023 Conference Playoffs schedule now available

FRISCO, Texas (Oct. 11, 2023) — The game schedule is now available for the 2023 National League Conference Playoffs, which are taking place this December at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Orlando, Fla.

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Boys and girls teams in the 14U (2010), 15U (2009), 16U (2008), 17U (2007) and 19U (2006/05) age groups will compete in the Conference Playoffs. The boys weekend takes place Dec. 1-4, while the girls weekend is Dec. 8-11.

The Conference Playoffs feature more than 350 top-performing teams from the past year of competition in the 13 National League Conferences. Each side earned its place in the Conference Playoffs, either via automatic qualification or by securing an open slot selection through its recent on-field accomplishments.

The teams playing in the Conference Playoffs will be competing to advance to National League P.R.O. for a chance to ultimately qualify for the 2024 USYS National Championships.

“Bringing many of the top teams from the National League together always means there will be great soccer on display, and this year’s Conference Playoffs will provide plenty of talent and excitement,” said Simon Collins, USYS National League Commissioner. “These games present coaches and players with valuable learning opportunities that can aid in their development and their pursuit of individual and collective goals. The competitive nature of the games also provides an excellent recruiting window for college coaches attending the event.”

Each team in the Conference Playoffs is placed in a group of four and plays each opponent in its group once over the course of three days of play. The top three* teams in each group of four will advance to National League P.R.O., which is the second stage of the National League’s national events.

*Available advancement spots for third-place teams varies by age group.

For teams that earn advancement past the Conference Playoffs, their National League P.R.O. event will take place either in February 2024 in Tampa, Fla., or May 2024 in Oceanside, Calif. At their respective National League P.R.O. event, teams will compete against fellow conference teams and top teams from Elite 64 to determine which sides advance to the USYS National Championships.

The teams in the Blue divisions of the Conference Playoffs will follow the Oceanside (May) pathway IF they advance out of their Conference Playoff group. The teams in the Red divisions of the Conference Playoffs will follow the Tampa (February) pathway IF they advance out of their Conference Playoff group.

Click here for more details on the National League Conference Playoffs.

Elite 64 Playoffs schedule set for Arizona event

FRISCO, Texas (Oct. 4, 2023) — The game schedule is now available for the USYS National League Elite 64 Playoffs taking place next month in Mesa, Ariz.

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The Elite 64 Playoffs in Arizona will feature boys and girls teams in the 13U through 19U age groups. The girls will take the fields first, with games scheduled for Nov. 3-6, and the boys will compete the following weekend, Nov. 10-13. All games in Arizona will be played at the Legacy Sports Complex.

The 14U-19U teams paying in Arizona will be competing for a chance to advance to National League P.R.O. for a chance to ultimately qualify for the 2024 USYS National Championships.

“It is always great bringing such talented teams and players together, and the Elite 64 Playoffs will provide a fantastic setting for youth soccer,” said Simon Collins, USYS National League Commissioner. “With each team playing meaningful games and having opportunities for advancement, we know the atmosphere in Arizona will be fun and memorable for all participants.”

The field of teams competing in Arizona features six teams that won titles at the 2023 Elite 64 National Finals — Legends FC Elite 64 10G, South Valley Surf SC Elite 64 09G, South Valley Surf SC Elite 64 08G, Legends FC (CA) Elite 64 07G, Los Angeles SC Elite 64 09B and Sparta United Elite 64 06B.

Teams playing in Arizona are divided pools within each age group, with pool placement dependent on Elite 64 performance from last season. The Champions Pool features last season’s top-performing teams, followed by the Silver Pool (in applicable age groups) and then the Wildcard Pool. Visit the event homepage to view a breakdown of the pools.

The Elite 64 Playoffs feature a primarily tournament style schedule, and teams competing in Arizona will each play three games over three days. The results necessary for a team to advance to the subsequent national event — National League P.R.O. — vary per pool.

For teams playing in Arizona that earn advancement, their National League P.R.O. event will take place in May 2024 in Oceanside, Calif. At that event, they will compete against fellow Elite 64 teams and top teams from the National League Conferences to determine which sides advance to the USYS National Championships.

Click here for more details on the Elite 64 Playoffs – Arizona.

Field Of Teams Announced For 2023-24 Conference Playoffs

FRISCO, Texas (Aug. 23, 2023) — The USYS National League has announced the full field of teams that will compete in the 2023 National League Conference Playoffs, which will be played this December at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Orlando, Fla.

View the list of teams: BOYS | GIRLS

The Conference Playoffs include play for boys and girls teams in the 14U (2010), 15U (2009), 16U (2008), 17U (2007) and 18/19U (2006/05) age groups.

The Conference Playoffs will feature more than 350 top-performing teams from the past year of competition in the 13 National League Conferences, which comprise the National League’s team-based league format. Each side earned its place in the Conference Playoffs, either via automatic qualification or by securing an open slot selection through its recent on-field accomplishments.

“Each one of these teams has earned its place in the National League Conference Playoffs, which will make for a great event full of special teams and talented players,” said Simon Collins, USYS National League Commissioner. “Every team has an opportunity to get a step closer to advancing to the USYS National Championships, and we can’t wait to see them all compete in this stage of their journey.”

THE TEAMS

The 2023 Conference Playoffs will feature 92 teams that qualified for the 2023 National Championships in the 13U through 18U age groups, including 25 semifinalists, eight finalists and six champions.

In all, the Conference Playoffs will consist of teams from 39 of the 54 USYS State Associations. State Associations with participating teams include: Alaska, Alabama, Arizona, California South, Colorado, Connecticut, Eastern New York, Eastern Pennsylvania, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Texas, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania West, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, South Texas, Tennessee, Utah, Virginia, Washington and Wisconsin.

THE PATHWAY

Teams in the Conference Playoffs will be placed in groups of four and play each opponent in its group once over the course of three days of play. The top three teams in each group of four will advance to National League P.R.O., which is the second stage of the National League’s national events.

At National League P.R.O., the teams that advance from the Conference Playoffs will be joined by teams that advance from the Elite 64 Playoffs — out of the National League’s club-based format — and all competing teams will vie for berths to the 2024 USYS National Championships.

The game schedule for 2023 Conference Playoffs will be posted around mid-October.

Click here for more info on National League event dates and locations.

National League Teams Capture 12 of 14 USYS National Championships

The US Youth Soccer National Championships came to an exciting conclusion on Sunday at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Orlando, Fla., as USYS National League teams enjoyed a very strong showing — claiming 12 of a possible 14 titles across all age groups.

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National League P.R.O. proved to be an excellent indication of what was to come at the National Championships. Five of the National Champions also finished in first place in National League P.R.O., and two National title-winners finished in second place in National League P.R.O.

The depth of the National League Conferences was also evident based on the results in Orlando, as four conference winners claimed National Championships, while second-place (3), third-place (1) and fourth-place (1) conference teams ended their weeks by lifting up championship trophies.

Take a quick look at the path to the National title for each of the National League sides…

13U GIRLS

Columbus United G10 Lions (OH) finished in first place in the Great Lakes Conference, thanks to a win over second-place BVBIA Pittsburgh. The Ohio side finished 6-1-1 with 19 points — the same as BVB — but used the head-to-head win to claim the top spot in the standings. At the Midwest Regional Championships, Columbus won its group with a 2-0-1 record and capped a strong tournament with a 4-0 win in the final.

Two shutout victories to start its week at the National Championships helped Columbus clinch a spot in the final. Its last group play game resulted in a tie against Frontier Conference winner Solar 11G Shepard, in what was a preview of the final. When the two met in the championship game, Columbus continued with its strong defensive play to record its fourth shutout in Orlando. The Ohio side generated a pair of late goals to secure the 2-0 victory and claim the 13U Girls National Championship.

14U GIRLS

Trips to the mainland resulted in historic success for FC Hawaii 09G Red (HI) during the 2022-23 season. The journey began with an undefeated run through the Desert Conference, which saw FC Hawaii finish in first place. The Hawaiians won six games and tied once over two events to win the conference and secure a spot at the Far West Regionals. FC Hawaii started Regionals with four decisive victories before grinding out one-goal games in the semis and finals to win the regional title.

At Nationals, FC Hawaii drew, 1-1, in its opening game before securing a 1-0 victory on the second day of play. In a must-win third group game, Hawaii shut out Keystone FC Premier 09G to jump to the top of the group and secure a semifinal berth. The team’s offensive prowess proved to be the deciding factor in the next to games, as it secured 4-1 and 3-1 wins to claim the 14U Girls National Championship — the state’s first National title for a girls team.

14U BOYS

Club Ohio 09 National (OH) began its run to the National title by testing itself against National League P.R.O. competition. Across events in Round Rock and Tampa, the Ohio side went undefeated and capped its event schedule with a key 2-0 win against Team Boca to jump to the top of the standings. In its seventh game against BVBIA Pittsburgh, Club Ohio earned a 1-0 victory to clinch the group title in a hard-fought race at the top.

After two wins to open its week at Nationals, Club Ohio earned a necessary draw in its final group play game to earn the berth to the semifinals. The Ohio side struck for two goals in rapid succession during its semifinal against Team Boca to take a 2-0 victory. In the final, one goal was all that was needed, as Club Ohio shut out in-state foe Sporting Columbus 09 Academy to earn a 1-0 victory and win the 14U Boys National Championship.

15U GIRLS

For Galaxy SC 2008 (IL), the journey to defend its National Championship began with a strong campaign in National League P.R.O. The Illinois side won all six of its games across the competition’s two events, as it outscored opponents 22-to-1 en route to winning Group A.

After finishing its P.R.O. season with four straight clean sheets, Galaxy continued its stifling defense with a pair of shutout wins to begin group play at Nationals. It clinched a spot in the semifinals with a 3-1 win against NJ Premier in its third game in Orlando. A 1-0 win in the semifinals allowed Galaxy to advance to the final, where it defeated Germantown Lady Legends 08 Black, 2-0, to win its second straight National Championship.

15U BOYS

Utah Celtic FC 08 Boys (UT) enjoyed plenty of success in National League play leading into the National Championships. Celtic finished second in the Desert Conference and saved its best performances for National League P.R.O., where it went a perfect 7-0-0 to win Group B. During its P.R.O. campaign, Celtic outscored opponents 24-to-2.

Potent attacking displays became a theme for Utah Celtic during the National Championships, as it averaged three goals per game during group play to win all three matches and advance to the semifinals. Another 3-0 win in its semifinal matchup against LMSC allowed Celtic to advance to the championship game, where it netted five goals to defeat SC Wave and claim the 15U Boys National Championship.

16U GIRLS

Wasatch SC 07G ZB (UT) earned a chance to defend its 2022 National title by finishing in first place in National League P.R.O. The Utah side compiled six wins and one tie during its P.R.O. campaign, which required a win in its final game to hold off second-place Club Ohio Dayton.

After conceding just one goal in its seven P.R.O. games, Wasatch carried over its stout defensive play into the National Championships. It recorded three shutout victories to win its group and advance to the semifinals, where it won, 6-3, against Vegas United to earn an opportunity to win back-to-back titles. In the final against in-state foe Utah Surf, neither side managed to break through in regulation or extra time — leading to penalties to decide the title. Wasatch came up with a save and converted its kicks to win the penalty shootout and secure the 16U Girls National Championship.

16U BOYS

La Roca J Milla (UT) completed a clean sweep of its competitions, as it started its 2022-23 campaign by winning the Desert Conference and National League P.R.O. In P.R.O., La Roca needed every one of its five wins and two draws to hold on to first place, as it finished two points above FC United DSM.

With five of its P.R.O. games decided by a goal or less, La Roca came to the National Championships prepared for tight, high-level competition. Two close wins to begin group play left La Roca needing just a tie in its third game to advance to the semifinals. It got that result by holding off SAC Boys 07 in a scoreless draw. After a 2-0 win the semifinals, La Roca held off JB Marine to win, 1-0, in the final and claim the 16U Boys National Championship.

17U GIRLS

DASC 06G BLACK (SD) became the first National Champion in South Dakota history by hitting its top form this summer. The South Dakota side competed the Desert Conference and finished in third place with four wins and three losses across the two events in December and February. At the Midwest Regional Championships in June, DASC won all five of its games to claim the regional title and advance to Nationals.

The impressive play continued in Orlando, with a win and a draw to begin group play. Needing a big result in its third game to top the group via goal differential superiority, DASC recorded a dominant shutout victory to advance to the semifinals. Following a 4-1 victory in the semis, DASC went back and forth in the final with former National Champion Solar SC. The two sides finished regulation and extra time tied at 2-2, but DASC triumphed in the penalty shootout to win the 17U Girls National Championship.

17U BOYS

Sunday’s title capped quite a month — and season — for Sparta United Elite 64 06B (UT). The Elite 64 Desert winners went to Boise, Idaho, and won the Far West Regional Championship on June 29. A week later, it competed in the Elite 64 Nationals Finals, where it battled through several knockout games to win the 17U National title and help Sparta United to the overall Elite 64 Club Championship.

Looking to complete a sweep of the three summer competitions, Sparta began its week in Orlando by recording two wins and a draw to finish atop its group and move on to the semifinals. A dominant semifinal win set up Sparta with a chance at another title, but it fell behind NL P.R.O. champs Miami Breakers in the championship match. However, Sparta fought back and recorded a late winner to claim a 2-1 victory and the 17U Boys National Championship.

18U GIRLS

While it finished with the ultimate prize, Patriots FC Girls 05/06 (NY-E) began its run to the title with a pair of runner-up finishes in National League competitions. Patriots FC finished second to SBMC in the North Atlantic Conference, and it went 4-1-2 to qualify for Nationals as the second-place team in its National League P.R.O. group.

Those challenges prepared Patriots FC for the high level of competition at Nationals, and it ran through group play with three shutout victories to move on to the knockout rounds. A tight 2-1 win in the semifinals allowed Patriots FC to advance to the final against fellow Eastern New York side SBMC. In a reversal of their North Atlantic Conference result, Patriots FC earned a 2-0 win over SBMC to win the 18U Girls National Championship.

18U BOYS

Libertyville FC 1974 Elite 05 Boys (IL) won the Midwest Conference and finished second in its National League P.R.O. group during league play this season. Its runner-up finish in its P.R.O. group ensured the Illinois side would return to Nationals for a chance to defend its 2022 National title.

A pair of tight wins in its first two games in Orlando helped Libertyville to advance to the semifinals, where it would play in the game of the tournament against NL P.R.O. winner and fellow Illinois side Raiders FC. The two teams played to a 2-2 draw in regulation before a wild extra time period that included seven goals resulted in a 6-5 victory for Libertyville. A much more defensive-minded final saw Libertyville take down another Illinois side, Galaxy SC, by a 1-0 score line to claim the 18U Boys National Championship.

19U BOYS

Inland Surf (CA-S) qualified for the National Championships by finishing third in its National League P.R.O. group during the league season. The Cal South side had to rebound after an opening-game loss to FC Bucks Dominion, but seven points from its final three games helped it to make the cut for the group’s three spots to Nationals.

In Orlando, Inland Surf tied its first game before picking up two straight wins to finish on top of Group C and advance to the semifinals. A 2-0 win against Lou Fusz allowed Inland to advance to the final for a rematch against Dominion to decide the McGuire Cup champion. A late penalty kick conversion allowed Inland Surf to earn a 2-1 victory, which made them 19U Boys National Champions and ensured the team name will be added among past winners on oldest trophy in youth sports.

49 National League Teams Advance at 2023 National Championships

ORLANDO, Fla. (July 21, 2023) — Following three exciting days of group play at the 2023 US Youth Soccer National Championships, 49 teams that competed in the USYS National League during the 2022-23 season are among the 52 sides remaining in contention for national titles.

The 2023 National Championships are taking place at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in the Orlando, Fla., area, and the first champions will be crowned tonight when the 13U Boys and 13U Girls finals are played. The 14U-19U age groups will hold semifinals on Saturday morning, with teams advancing to Sunday’s championship games.

BY THE NUMBERS

National League teams at the National Championships

Forty-nine of 52 (95%) of teams advancing out of group play competed in at least one National League competition during the 2022-23 season
Three of the four 13U finalists competed in their respective National League Conference, and each of the three finished in first place.
In the 14U-19U age groups, 41 of the 48 semifinalists competed in National League P.R.O., including 19 teams that finished in first place.
Forty-six of 52 (88%) of teams advancing out of group play competed in a National League Conference in 2022-23. Of those 46 teams, 26 finished in first place in their respective conference standings, while another seven finished second and five finished third.
Nine of the 13 NL Conferences are represented in the 13U finals or 14U-19U semifinals.
Five teams that competed in Elite 64 have advanced to the semifinals. Of those teams, two teams finished in first place in their Elite 64 groups, while one finished in second, one finished in third and one finished in fourth.

Select games from the National Championships are being streamed live, and the broadcasts can be accessed here.

To view the full National Championships schedule and results, click here.

National League Announces Dates and Locations for 2023-24 National Events

FRISCO, Texas (June 1, 2023) — The US Youth Soccer National League is excited to announce the dates and locations for its five national events for the 2023-24 season. The five events include the National League Conference Playoffs (1 event), Elite 64 Playoffs (2 events) and National League P.R.O. (2 events).

DATES AND LOCATIONS | 2023-2024 EVENTS

(Subject to change)

Elite 64 Playoffs¹
Girls – Nov. 3-6, 2023 | Legacy Park – Mesa, Ariz.
Boys – Nov. 10-13, 2023 | Legacy Park – Mesa, Ariz.

National League Conference Playoffs³
Boys – Dec. 1-4, 2023 | ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex – Orlando, Fla.
Girls – Dec. 8-11, 2023 | ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex – Orlando, Fla.

Elite 64 Playoffs²
Girls – January 2024 | Location TBD (Florida)
Boys – January 2024 | Location TBD (Florida)

National League P.R.O.²
Boys and Girls – Feb. 23-26, 2024 | Tournament Sportsplex of Tampa Bay – Tampa, Fla.
(An auxiliary complex will also be used during this event)

National League P.R.O.¹
Boys and Girls – May 3-6, 2024 | SoCal Sports Complex – Oceanside, Calif.

¹ E64 teams assigned to the November event would advance to the May event.
² E64 teams assigned to the January event would advance to the February event.
³ Teams that advance from the Conference Playoffs will be assigned either the February or May event.

“Our recent history with each of these venues has produced a great experience for all attendees, and we’re looking forward to once again working with some of the very best soccer facilities in the country,” said Simon Collins, National League Commissioner. “The new format for the national events will create an amazing atmosphere and excitement all around the fields, and these venues will provide a great setting for our talented players to make memories as they continue their soccer journeys.”

All participating teams will play at up to two of the national events. Teams begin at their respective playoff event and — should they secure advancement — move on to one of the National League P.R.O. events.

The Conference Playoffs will feature the top teams from the 13 National League Conferences, all of whom earn their place in the playoffs through their performance in conference play during the 2022-23 season. Teams competing at the Conference Playoffs will all have the opportunity to advance to the next stage — National League P.R.O.

The Elite 64 Playoffs will feature every team from the National League’s club-based national platform — Elite 64. Seeded by prior regular season finish, each Elite 64 team will play in knockout style competition at one of the two playoff events to determine which sides advance to the next stage — National League P.R.O.

The National League P.R.O. events will see teams that advance from the Conference Playoffs and Elite 64 Playoffs combine to compete for berths directly to the USYS National Championships. Each qualifying team competes at one of the two National League P.R.O. events — in Florida (February) or California (May).

Click here for more information on the recently announced enhanced national event structure within the USYS National League.

National League P.R.O. Teams punch Tickets To 2023 National Championships

FRISCO, Texas (May 25, 2023) — Following successful USYS National League P.R.O. seasons, 144 teams have punched their ticket to the USYS National Championships, being played July 18-23 at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Orlando, Fla.

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In each of the 14U through 19U age groups, National League P.R.O. competition saw 12 boys teams and 12 girls teams earn advancement to the National Championships, where they will be joined by the four representatives from the upcoming USYS Regional Championships – completing the field of 16 teams in each of those age groups.

“We’re so excited. We’ve been training and working and putting in the effort to try to get where we are right now,” said Coppermine SC 07G (MD) midfielder Riley Matthews in March after her team qualified for Nationals. “We’re just so excited and can’t wait to have a chance to play for the National Championship.”

The National League P.R.O. season featured five exciting events that spanned November through March. Each team attended two events, where they played at least six games before rounding out their seven-game season with a standalone game. With several highly competitive groups, many of the seventh games played during the spring determined National League P.R.O. group titles, as well as berths to Nationals.

The teams that qualified for Nationals through National League P.R.O. represent 28 USYS State Associations, led Eastern Pennsylvania with 16 teams. Illinois followed with 14 qualifiers, while Ohio had 13, Maryland had 10 and New Jersey had nine.

Among the 13 National League Conferences, the Midwest Conference led the way with 36 teams that secured their place in the National Championships, followed by the Great Lakes Conference and Mid Atlantic Conference with 21 each. Totals for the other conferences include: South Atlantic (16), Frontier (8), Sunshine (8), Desert (7), Mid South (7), North Atlantic (7), Pacific (5), Northwest (3), Piedmont (3), New England (2).

“After watching the amazing competition throughout the National League P.R.O. season, we know that any team that earned its place in the National Championships is full of talented and deserving players,” said National League Commission Simon Collins. “The challenges these teams faced throughout the National League season have prepared them well to compete for the ultimate title of USYS National Champions, and we can’t wait to cheer them on this summer.”

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About the US Youth Soccer National Championships
Each summer, US Youth Soccer crowns a 13U-19U Boys and Girls National Champion after a culmination of year-long competitions at the state and regional levels during the National Championship Series. Consisting of approximately 185,000 players on 10,000 teams from USYS’ 54 State Associations, it offers the opportunity to showcase your talent against the best competition in the nation. The representatives from the Regional Championships are joined by the National League qualifiers to complete the field of teams competing for the National title.

About USYS National League P.R.O.
National League P.R.O. (Player. Recruitment. Opportunity.) serves as the competition in which teams compete for direct advancement from the National League into the annual US Youth Soccer National Championships. Beginning in 2023-24, both club-based (Elite 64) and team-based (Conference) teams will compete in National League P.R.O. in a unified pathway to the National Championships.

NL Greensboro Sees 27 Boys Teams Qualify For 2023 USYS National Championships

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GREENSBORO, N.C. (March 29, 2023) — Several of the top 15U-19U Boys teams and players in the US Youth Soccer National League competed March 24-27 in Greensboro, N.C. The event featured teams from both National League P.R.O. and Elite 64.

The Elite 64 matches allowed players from US Youth Soccer’s top club-based league to compete against each other in unique matchups. Meanwhile, National League P.R.O. — the top team-based league in US Youth Soccer — featured games that saw league standings near their final form and teams secure berths to the 2023 US Youth Soccer National Championships.

During the action in Greensboro, 27 boys teams secured their place in the National Championships via National League P.R.O. One of those sides, 17U Washington United SC 06 (NJ), did so by climbing from mid-table to win its group, thanks to a dramatic win in its final game of the league season.

“All weekend we’ve had to fight, because we knew anything other than a win, we were most likely done,” said David Heil, head coach of Washington United. “Coming in today, facing last year’s national champ, (there was) a lot of intensity. They never doubted themselves. I couldn’t be more proud.

“We’re a small club from Jersey, so to make a name for ourselves and do what they did, it’s pretty amazing. We had the No. 1 team in the nation, No. 3 team in the nation, No. 5 team in the nation all in our bracket, so it’s pretty special.”

2023 USYS National Championships | Qualifiers via National League P.R.O. (Boys)
*National League P.R.O. Group Champion

(Only groups that played in Greensboro are listed below. Click here to see the full list of qualifiers.)

15U Boys – Group C
Billy Goat FC 08 (KS)*
SBLGN Wildlings Blue 2008 (NY-E)

15U Boys – Group D
Potomac Premier I 08B (MD)*
Juventus Miami Pogba (FL)

15U Boys – Group E
Brentwood SC 08 Premier Man City NL (NY-E)
Chicago Magic 2008 MCL (IL)
NY Hota Bavarian SC 08 Blue (NY-E)

16U Boys – Group D
Chicago Magic 2007 MCL (IL)*
07 PTFC Triad Premier (NC)

16U Boys – Group E
Titans FC Orozco B07 (CA-S)*
JB Marine Academy Baum 07B (MO)

16U Boys – Group F
Madison 56ers 07 Boys Red (WI)*
Croatian Eagles Red 2007 (WI)

17U Boys – Group D
WUSC 06 (NJ)*
CUP 06 Black (OH)

17U Boys – Group F
Miami Breakers FC 2006B Black (FL)*
FCE 2006 Boys Elite (PA-E)

18U Boys – Group D
NLS Ajax 05 White (MD)

18U Boys – Group E
Madison 56ers 05 Boys Red (WI)*

18U Boys – Group F
BVB International Academy Pittsburgh 05 Premier (PA-W)*
CUP 05 NL (OH)

19U Boys – Group C
FC Bucks DOMINION 04 Boys (PA-E)*
Highland FC 04/05 Red (NC)
Inland Surf 19U (CA-S)

19U Boys – Group D
SCS United 2004 Boys Black (PA-W)
CUP 04 NL (OH)
Dutchmen FC 04 Boys (NJ)

“Greensboro provided a great conclusion to our combined Elite 64 and National League P.R.O. boys events,” National League Commissioner Simon Collins said. “It’s always great to have so many talented players together in one location, and the on-field performances showed why these players have earned the right to compete at the highest levels of the USYS National League.”

GREENSBORO LOOK BACK: NATIONAL LEAGUE P.R.O.

Recap some of the NL P.R.O. matchups and performances from Greensboro…

15U Boys

Potomac Premier I 08B (MD) did just enough to clinch NL P.R.O.’s 15U Group D title Sunday afternoon in an extremely competitive match against Rhode Island Surf 08B Elite (RI).

In a game filled with back-and-forth action and no shortage of drama, neither side could break down a strong opposition defense and separate each other by find a game-winning goal. There were large portions of the game played in the midfield, with the two teams evenly matched and proving that they were two of the group’s top sides.

That suited Potomac just fine, as the team that calls Maryland home needed only a draw to clinch the group’s top spot and a trip to Nationals in July. Group D was extremely competitive all throughout the year, so coming out on top was a well-deserved feat — and no easy task.

In Group C, Billy Goat FC 08 (KS) got a win in its last game to jump to the top of the standings and secure a first-place finish. Meanwhile, the Group E title will be decided when Brentwood SC 08 Premier Man City NL (NY-E) faces NY Hota Bavarian SC 08 Blue (NY-E) in the group’s lone remaining game.

16U Boys

On Saturday, 07 PTFC Triad Premier (NC) and Chicago Magic 2007 MCL (IL), two of NL P.R.O. 16U Group D’s top sides, went head to head.

Implications were high with just a few games left in the season — and these two high-scoring teams provided a thriller. Both teams were on the attack early, trading chances and getting up and down the field. Alessandro Mendoza Ortiz’s slick through ball from midfield to a streaking Cohen Muse, who finished the chance, put Piedmont Triad up first in the 14th minute.

Chicago Magic’s dominance with set pieces allowed them to respond quickly. Bogich Milosevic sent a corner in during the 19th minute that Ajdin Sabanovic met to level the teams, and then Milosevic added one of his own off a scramble in the box three minutes later to take the lead.

It was a tense second half with both teams pushing forward, but it was the Illinois side that found the next goal. Sabanovic’s second of the day gave the Magic a much-needed insurance goal and cemented the win. Chicago went on to secure the Group D title.

Elsewhere, eight points in Greensboro helped Titans FC Orozco B07 (CA-S) finish atop Group E, and Madison 56ers 07 Boys Red (WI) narrowly won Group F by one point over in-state foe Croatian Eagles Red 2007 (WI).

17U Boys

Needing a win or tie on Monday to clinch the 17U Group F title, Miami Breakers FC 2006B Black (FL) fought back — and then held on — to secure a 3-2 victory against Potomac Blue 06B (MD).

The Maryland side took a 34th-minute lead on a Brian Ignacio goal, but Miami responded shortly after when Joaquin Merlo cut back to his left foot and blasted a shot past the keeper. Merlo added his second shortly before halftime to give Miami a 2-1 lead at the break.

Despite going down to 10 men, the Breakers extended the lead to 3-1 on an 83rd-minute free kick from Fabrizio Bustos. An 85th-minute foul saw Miami go down to nine men, and Potomac capitalized on the ensuing free kick through Juan Cruz Markarian’s headed goal — cutting the Miami lead to 3-2. However, the Breakers held on in the final minutes to secure the win and first-place finish.

Monday also featured a dramatic matchup in Group D, which saw WUSC 06 (NJ) defeat CUP 06 Black (OH) in a must-win scenario to claim the group title. Meanwhile, the Group E title is still up for grabs, with the April 22 matchup between NYPFC 2006 Boys (NYE) and Brentwood SC 06 Premier United NL (NY-E) serving as the deciding factor.

18U Boys

A 1-0 win against Ronkonkoma Real FC (NY-E) on Sunday helped BVB International Academy Pittsburgh 05 Premier (PA-W) secure the NL P.R.O. 18U Group F title.

It took just seven minutes for BVB to take a lead, as Matthew Armenio found the back of the net to put the PA West side up, 1-0. Despite the early BVB goal, Real FC used physicality to slow down the BVB attack and keep the game in a one-goal margin.

Real FC — which entered the day in third place — pinned BVB in its own defensive half for periods late in the first half and through the final 45 minutes as the New York side searched for an equalizer. However, the BVB back line intervened on multiple occasions to block Real FC attempts on goal. The PA West side repelled some late pressure, including several corner kicks, to secure the shutout and win the group title.

In Group D, NLS Ajax 05 White (MD) is currently in first place, but Raiders FC 2005 (IL) has a chance to win the title if it can win its final game. Elsewhere, the Group E title went to Madison 56ers 05 Boys Red (WI), which held on for a draw against second-place Libertyville FC 1974 Elite 05 Boys (IL) to get the clinching point on Monday in Greensboro.

19U Boys

The top two teams in NL P.R.O. 19U Group D faced off on Friday to kick off their weekend in Greensboro, and the gameplay lived up to their standing. In a back-and-forth affair, LFA Phillips 2004B (MO) and SCS United 2004 Boys Black (PA-W) split the points in a 2-2 draw.

A few minutes after LFA keeper Andrew Klott saved a penalty to keep the game level, the Missouri side took a 1-0 lead when Samuel McCrary made a late run into the box and finished at the back post. LFA couldn’t maintain the advantage, as SCS United’s Beaux Lizewski equalized in the final minute of the first half.

SCS carried that momentum through the break and took a 48th-minute lead on a Seth Basinger strike. LFA later replied in the 77th minute when Tyler Eberlin found the back of the net — forcing the 2-2 draw. SCS went on to wrap up its time in Greensboro by recording two shutout wins, which left it in first place. The PA West side has one game left against CUP 04 NL (OH), which will decide the group winner.

Elsewhere, FC Bucks DOMINION 04 Boys (PA-E) won all three games in Greensboro to secure the Group C title.

To view all of the standings and results from the National League P.R.O. season, click here.

GREENSBORO LOOK BACK: ELITE 64

15U Boys

PDA Elite 64 08B and Beadling SC Elite 64 08B each entered Sunday with a win and a draw in Greensboro, and the two sides battled to finish the weekend with an unbeaten mark. After a close contest, PDA scored a late penalty kick to secure a 1-0 victory.

Each team spent periods of play in the attacking half, as they searched for the all-important opening goal. The defenses held strong, as the game entered its final minutes — when PDA earned a 75th-minute free kick in a dangerous position.

Landon Hoenisch’s curling attempt was pushed over the bar by Beadling keeper William Guarino, but the ensuing corner kick led to a hand ball in the box. Hoenisch put his laces through the penalty kick attempt to find the back of the net and give PDA the 1-0 win — helping the New Jersey side to a 2-0-1 mark in Greensboro.

16U Boys

Boise Timbers | Thorns Elite 64 07B and Cedar Stars Academy North Elite 64 07B got the final day of National League Greensboro off on the right foot, providing an entertaining Elite 64 showcase match early Monday morning.

Two fast-paced offenses went head-to-head, with Boise using the speed of Kai Anitok up front to create havoc for a Cedar Stars Academy defense that had not surrendered a goal in its first two outings in North Carolina.

Cedar Stars took more control in the second half, allowing Alpha Bah to use his pace and skill on the wing. The breakthrough came in the 74th minute, with the New Jersey side drawing a penalty. Sebastian Vera stepped up to the spot and calmly converted his chance, finding the back of the net and breaking the deadlock.

Boise Timbers went on an all-out attack from that point on, trying to find the equalizer, but Cedar Stars capitalized on the Oregon team’s aggressiveness. Kieran Murray was played through on a breakaway in the 80th minute and slotted his shot past the keeper, giving CSA an insurance goal and locking in a last-game win.

17U Boys

After they each split their first two games in Greensboro, Toca FC Elite 64 06B and AYSO United Elite 64 06B went down to the wire in their matchup to close out the weekend. Despite some late chances for a winner at both ends, the two sides finished in a 1-1 draw.

AYSO took the lead in the 57th minute when Daniel Nadeau scored the game’s opening goal from a corner kick. Toca fought back and generated a tying goal, as Pierce Lysinger found the back of the net in the 65th minute.

The final five minutes of play saw both teams create scoring opportunities. Toca narrowly missed on a header at the near post off a corner kick, and AYSO couldn’t take advantage of a dangerous free kick and chance in the box. The final whistle sounded shortly after to lock in the 1-1 tie.

18/19U Boys

Determined efforts and quality play from at both ends of the field helped Ohio Galaxies FC Elite 64 04/05B complete a three-win weekend in Greensboro, as it defeated SC Wave Elite 64 04/05B, 3-0, on Sunday.

Both teams were unbeaten through two days in Greensboro, and it took 45 minutes to separate them, as Joshua Cline put Ohio in front shortly after the break. Ethan Reidy pushed the lead to 2-0 in the 65th minute when finished a squared ball from right winger Gavin Morningstar.

Wave had chances to cut into the deficit, but Galaxies sealed the 3-0 win in the final minutes when Nathan Buecker poked home the team’s third off a corner kick. Galaxies recorded nine goals while conceding none over its three games in Greensboro.

To view all of the results from the Elite 64 action in Greensboro, click here.

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Click here to view a full list of National League P.R.O. events for the 2022-23 season, and click here to view a full list of Elite 64 national events for the 2022-23 season.

About USYS National League P.R.O.
USYS National League P.R.O. represents the top team-based competition in the USYS National League. National League P.R.O. provides teams in the 14U-19U Boys and Girls age groups with the ability to earn their place into the league, where they have the opportunity to play against the top teams in the country while competing for berths to the USYS National Championships. For each gender, 12 teams per age group will advance to the National Championships from National League P.R.O.

About USYS National League Elite 64
USYS National League Elite 64 represents the elite club-based platform in the USYS National League. Elite 64 features year-round competition in six age groups (13U through 18/19U) for the top 64 boys clubs and top 64 girls clubs in the country. The annual competition calendar includes the league season, national showcases and the Elite 64 National Finals. Thanks to partnerships with world leaders in their respective fields, Elite 64 players have access to tools and technology to capture key information that can be shared with college coaches and professional scouts — making every game a recruitable moment.

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