What is the MSYSA State Cup?
The MSYSA State Cup is the first level of competition for two (2) US Youth Soccer competitions.
The Elite Division of State Cup is the top division. This division is intended for teams that participate in any multi-state regional or national league (Elite-64, Elite 64-Regional League, NLC, NAL and others) and some Great Lakes Premier League teams. Other teams may be considered to fill open spots in brackets. U13 – U18/U19 teams in the Elite division will be competing to earn spots at the US Youth Soccer Midwest Regional Championships and potentially National Championships.
The Premier Division of State Cup is the second division. This division is intended for teams that participate in leagues primarily contained to Michigan such as the Michigan State Premier Soccer Program and local select leagues. Other teams including teams from the Great Lakes Premier League may be considered in order to fill open spots in brackets. U13 – U18/U19 teams in the Premier Division will be competing to earn spots at the US Youth Soccer Midwest President’s Cup and potentially National President’s Cup.
Ultimately, division placement is at the discretion of the MSYSA State Cup Committee. However, regardless of division placement, each team can expect to play 3 or 4 self-scheduled preliminary games. Teams who do well will advance to the Quarterfinals, Semifinals, and then eventually the Finals.
U14 – U18/U19 Girls teams participate in the Fall State Cup. U13 Girls and U13 – U18/U19 Boys teams participate in the Spring State Cup.
If you are interested in hosting a MSYSA State Cup weekend at your facility, please read the information and submit a proposal as stated in the State Cup RFP Overview.
2024-2025 State Cup Information
NEW in 2024-2025:
The oldest age group shall be a combined U18/U19 age group
Maximum goal differential for determining wildcards and bracket winners shall be 5
Score of forfeited games shall be 3-0
Updated referee fee structure by age group
Spring 2025
Schedules, Scores, and Standings
State Cup Rules
Red Card Suspension Report – Updated 2/11/25
Instructions & Forms
How to Schedule Games in GotSport – Due by 12:00 Noon on February 19
How to Create/Submit Rosters in GotSport – Due dates vary by team. See State Cup rules for more information.
UNOFFICIAL List of State Cup Roster Deadlines – See State Cup rules for official deadlines.
How to Print Game Reports from GotSport
How to Report Game Scores in GotSport – Due within 24 Hours of each game
Referee Fees by Age Group – See State Cup Rule 21
Head Injury Forms – USYS Notification Form & MDHHS Return to Play Form
Team Official Certification Information – Background Check, SafeSport Training, CDC Head Injury Training
Fields & Maps
Brighton Legacy Center – 9299 Goble Drive, Brighton, MI 48116
Saginaw Township Soccer Complex – 3575 McCarty Road, Saginaw, MI 48603
Saginaw Valley State University East Intramural Fields – 7400 Bay Road, University Center, MI 48170
State Cup Store
Selling t-shirts, hoodies, jackets, pants, and more! Coming soon.
Sportsmanship
The MSYSA State Cup is extremely competitive. Please keep in mind that the aspect of sportsmanship is very important during the State Cup competition. Any inappropriate conduct by players, coaches, team officials, and/or parents will not be tolerated. Coaches, parents, and players should not approach referees after a game with questions or concerns. Please address any questions or concerns with MSYSA directly.
State Cup Contacts
Team Contacts – Go to Schedules, Scores, and Standings link above
MSYSA State Cup Committee – StateCup@michiganyouthsoccer.org
Game Day Cancellation Contacts – eshrews@gmail.com or 248-467-7846 (Call between hours of 6am-10pm only. This number is for game cancellations only, and is intended for clubs, coaches, and managers only. No parents).
Past State Cup Results
Click here to view past results!
