FAQs

 

The Sigi Schmid AYSO Open Cup is open to all teams that are within one of the following programs: Core, EXTRA & Club. Brackets start at 10U.

The tournament will be held at Galway Downs in Temecula, CA. This premium grass field venue is used by Cal-South and US Soccer’s DA programs. It has also been previously used by AYSO for the United Winter Friendlies Showcase.

No refunds will be given after April 15th unless a replacement team can be found. Teams that withdraw prior to April 15th will be given a full refund. Refunds will be processed and mailed within 45 days after the tournament closes.

Yes. Roster changes may be submitted in Affinity Sports. Changes must be received by the Tournament Registrar prior to the tournament. There will be no roster changes allowed on tournament day and all changes must be submitted by May 28th.

The Sigi Schmid AYSO Open Cup is formatted as a pool-play tournament, with each age division bracketed into playing pools. Each team will play a minimum of three games in their respective pools; teams will advance from qualifying pools based on pool play standings points.

Teams must check in at their designated field prior the start of their first game. The referee coordinators will use game cards to ensure players match the approve roster submitted. Any late players must be escorted to the check-in station by a team official along with their player registration form and must be cleared before participating in any games.

Historically, the weather will be in the 70-80 degree range, so teams should be prepared by taking sufficient water and wearing appropriate clothing. We will provide a more accurate forecast closer to the tournament date.

If you have any additional questions in regards to the tournament, contact Andy Price at AndyPrice@ayso.org.