FAQ

Newport Mesa Cup 2025

May 24-25, 2025

What ages are eligible for this tournament?

Boys & Girls with birth years 2017-2006 

What is the cost?

2017-2015, (7v7) $650.00 

2014-2013, (9v9) $750.00 

2012-2010, (11v11) $850.00

2009-2006, (11v11) $950.00

How many games are played?

3 Games Minimum

When is check-in?

NO night-before Check-in. Teams check-in before first game.

How are teams bracketed?

Age/Bracketing: Based on Birth Year  

How long are the halves?

Length of Halves: MORE PLAYING TIME THAN OTHER TOURNEYS (Better Value)

2017-2015, (7v7) 25 minute halves

2014-2013, (9v9) 25 minute halves

2012-2010, (11v11) 30 minute halves

2009-2006, (11v11) 35 minute halves

Do you accept out-of-state teams?

All out-of-state teams receive guaranteed acceptance if registered by May 1, 2023

What teams are eligible and what affiliations?

Eligible teams include: US Club Soccer, USYS clubs, AYSO and International teams

How many players are allowed?

Unlimited number of Loan Players

What medals are provided and to what finishing level?

Champions get a Big Team Trophy and Medals for each player

Runners-up Medals

All Participants get tournament pins

What rules govern the games?

Small Sided Field Rules, see our rules page.

   2017 - 2015 Divisions: 

   Build out lines

   No punting allowed

   No heading allowed

   2014 Division: 

   No Build out lines

   Punting allowed

   No heading allowed

   2013 Division:

   No Build out lines

   Punting allowed

   Heading allowed

Why choose the Newport Mesa Cup?

 Cool Ocean Breezes -- Don't go into the HOT Inland -- Play on the Coast!