There's no doubt that the Target USA CUP is one of the most intense youth soccer tournaments in the world. While there are lots of fun things to do on campus at the National Sports Center, our athletes mean business when it comes to game time.
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Over the past three days, soccer players from around the world played in the Target USA CUP Weekend Tournament at the National Sports Center in Blaine, MN.
The Weekend Tournament took place June 8-10 before the larger, week-long tournament, which is scheduled to begin Tuesday, June 12 and end Saturday, June 16.
Each year, Target USA CUP distributes a Founders' Award to show appreciation for those who have greatly contributed to Target USA CUP. This year two members are being recognized for their determination to refereeing and their dedication to Target USA CUP; Trevor Wing and Don Mackinnon. They are both long time Assessors who bring large…
During the summer of 2021, I was a Marketing Intern at The National Sports Center. From the first day of my internship, everyone at the NSC would talk about what an incredible experience Target USA CUP would be for the interns (and everyone else at the tournament!), but I had no idea what this tournament…
Last month, the New York City FC won the MLS Cup title against the Portland Timbers. Emotions ran high as the championship was bagged in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw in extra time. Many big names in Major League Soccer put their pedal to the medal at Providence Park that night. It just…
Thomas Seán Purdy details his experience officiating a championship game at the Target USA Cup.
This article was originally published in the November/December 2021 issue of Soccer Journal, distributed by the United Soccer Coaches organization.
Can the safety of young athletes and respect for an opponent co-exist during an intense championship game even when conditions surrounding…