The Hershey Cup is a youth soccer tournament held in Hershey, Pennsylvania. The tournament is hosted by the Hershey Soccer Club, a non-profit organization that provides soccer opportunities for children of all ages and skill levels. The Hershey Cup is open to boys and girls teams from U8 to U19.
The Hershey Cup is a pre-season tournament, which means that it is held in the early spring. The 2023 Hershey Cup will be held from August 12-13. The tournament will be played on the fields of the Hershey Sports Complex, which is located at 95 Hersheypark Drive in Hershey, Pennsylvania.
The Hershey Cup is a competitive tournament, but it is also designed to be fun and enjoyable for all participants. The tournament is played in a round-robin format, with each team playing three games. The top teams in each age group will advance to a single-elimination bracket to determine the champions.
The Hershey Cup is a great opportunity for teams to get some early-season competition and to test themselves against other top teams from around the region. The tournament is also a great way for teams to bond and to create memories that will last a lifetime.
Venue:
The Hershey Cup will be played on the fields of the Hershey Sports Complex. The Hershey Sports Complex is a state-of-the-art facility with 22 full-size soccer fields. The fields are all well-maintained and offer excellent playing conditions. The Hershey Sports Complex is also located in a convenient location, just minutes from Hersheypark and downtown Hershey.
Rules:
The Hershey Cup is played in a round-robin format, with each team playing three games. The top teams in each age group will advance to a single-elimination bracket. The tournament will be played under US Soccer Federation (USSF) rules.
Cost:
Early Bird registration pricing in brackets
- U8-U10 (7v7) = $800 ($775 EB);
- U11-U12 (9v9) = $900 ($875 EB);
- U13-U14 (11v11) = $1025 ($975 EB);
- U15-U19 (11v11) = $1050 ($1000 EB).
The cost includes the following:
- Three pool play games;
- Single-elimination bracket games;
- Use of fields;
- Tournament staff;
- Awards ceremony.
Registration:
Registration for the 2023 Hershey Cup is open now. To register, please visit the Hershey Soccer Club website (https://www.hersheysoccer.org/hersheycup )
The deadline to register is August 3, 2023.
Contact Information:
- Tournament Director: Tony Potter ([email protected] );
- Tournament Director: Demetrios Papadopoulos ([email protected] );
- Tournament Registrar: Madison Hemler ([email protected] ).
Testimonials:
“The Hershey Cup was a great experience for our team. The competition was tough, but the fields were excellent and the staff was very helpful. We would definitely recommend the Hershey Cup to other teams.” – Coach Smith, Hershey United
“Our team had a great time at the Hershey Cup. The tournament was well-organized and the games were competitive. We would definitely come back to the Hershey Cup next year.” – Coach Jones, West Chester United
“The Hershey Cup is a great tournament for teams of all skill levels. The competition is tough, but the atmosphere is fun and friendly. We would definitely recommend the Hershey Cup to other teams.” – Coach Brown, Lancaster Soccer Club