IMG Academy Boys Cup

December 20, 2024 - December 22, 2024
Soccer

Add to Calendar 2024-12-20T13:29:57-05:00 2024-12-22T13:29:57-05:00 IMG Academy Boys Cup https://www.imgacademy.com/events/img-academy-boys-cup 5650 Bollettieri Blvd.<br> Bradenton FL, 34210

Event Overview

IMG Academy Boys Cup will be held Friday, December 20 through Sunday, December 22, 2024.

The IMG Academy Boys Cup continues to attract the nation's top youth boy's soccer clubs and dozens of collegiate coaches for a premier three-day competitive tournament becoming the preferred destination for quality competition and collegiate exposure. Located at the world-renowned IMG Academy in Bradenton, FL. IMG Academy offers prestigious facilities and amenities for all competing athletes, coaches, and spectators.

IMG Academy is a training venue for top-level teams including the U.S. Women’s National Team, U.S. Men’s National Team, Eintracht Frankfurt, Atlanta United, New York Red Bulls, FC Cincinnati, Inter-Miami CF, Nashville SC, Orlando City SC, CONCACAF World Cup Qualifiers, and more. IMG Academy has a proven reputation for executing top quality events.

Location

5650 Bollettieri Blvd.
Bradenton FL, 34210

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Venue

IMG Academy
Explore Venue

27 States and 6 Countries represented by clubs in previous IMG Cups and Showcases.

Fees & Tickets

Teams

Registration is now open

Registration Prices

$1,125: U13-U14

$1,550: U15-U19

SANCTIONING

US Club Soccer

This tournament is unrestricted. Teams registered in good standing with any U.S Soccer federation affiliate are eligible to apply.

Contact

Tournament Committee
[email protected]

Registration & Eligibility

Team applications must be submitted through GotSport.com, as teams will earn GotSport points and rankings for attending the 2024 IMG Academy Boys Cup. Team applications will not be reviewed until credit card information has been submitted. You'll be charged once the team is accepted into the tournament.

All applications will be placed on a wait list. Teams placed on the wait list will not be charged until they have been formally accepted. It is the responsibility of the team manager or coach to withdraw the team application from the wait list, if so desired.

The Tournament Committee will review applications and notify accepted teams. Initial acceptances will begin in September.

In the event a team must withdraw from the tournament after being accepted, written notification must be provided to the Tournament Committee prior to December 2, 2024. Teams meeting the withdrawal deadline will be eligible for a credit to a future IMG Academy Event.

Teams meeting the withdrawal deadline will be eligible for a credit to a future IMG Academy Event.

If an accepted team chooses to withdraw from competition after the withdrawal deadline, a refund will not be provided.

AGE DIVISIONS

U13 Boys
U14 Boys
U15 Boys
U16 Boys
U17 Boys
U18 Boys
U19 Boys

Check-in

Online Team Check-In is mandatory through GotSport.com for the 2024 IMG Academy Boys Cup.

The deadline for Online Team Check-In is December 2, 2024.

Each Coach / Team Manager must upload the following documents for each athlete:

Medical Release Form
Guest Player Form (if applicable)
IMG Academy Waiver
State Approved Roster
Player Cards
2024 Tournament Rules

Important Dates

Date	Event
Dec. 2	Deadline to Submit or Edit Team Rosters and Complete Online Team Check-In Deadline to Withdraw to Receive a Full Credit Toward a Future IMG Academy Event
Dec. 20	Day 1 of Competition
Dec. 21	Day 2 Competition
Dec. 22	Day 3 of Competition

Live Stream

Spiideo: For any family members or coaches who may not be able to attend IMG Academy Cup in person please follow this link to our Live Stream partner company Spiideo where you will be able to view all IMG Academy Cup games live.

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Ticketing

Please follow this link to purchase tickets to IMG Academy Cup prior to arrival. Parking is included in the ticket price.

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NCSA Coach Packet

If you are a college coach interested in attending IMG Academy Cup please follow this link to register via NCSA. Coach packets will be available through NCSA.

Soccer In the Sunshine State. Escape the winter blues and compete at the nation's best soccer facility at IMG Academy.

Stay-to-Play

The IMG Academy Boys Cup is a STAY-TO-PLAY tournament. Every team participating must book their accommodations through our preferred travel provider, Anthony Travel. Please visit anthonytravel.com/img-academy

The Legacy Hotel at IMG Academy is the ultimate STAY-TO-PLAY accommodation for IMG Academy events. Participants and spectators will enjoy a modern suite of luxury amenities at this lifestyle, boutique hotel - all within walking distance from the IMG Academy campus. Recover in our 24-hour fitness center or by our resort-style pool, connect over a meal at Icon Eatery & Bar or Icon Loft, or enjoy in-room dining.

For questions on booking accommodations please contact On Location at 844-395-0697 or [email protected]

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Competition Format

Competition will operate as round-robin play across three days.

Competition begins on Friday, December 20 and ends Sunday, December 22.

Each competing team will play a single match daily.

Awards will be presented to the top team in each flight immediately following the final match of the competition.

Top teams will be determined by point accumulation in group play and will not feature any playoff games.

Stay-to-Play FAQ

What is Stay-to-Play?

All IMG Academy events are considered Stay-to-Play, meaning participants must book through our official housing partner Anthony Travel in order to remain eligible for competition.
What are the benefits of Stay-to-Play?

Legacy Hotel at IMG Academy offers convenience and luxury as the official hotel of all IMG Academy events. Legacy Hotel and our partner hotels are also able to offer discounted rates that would otherwise not be available.
Are there exemptions to Stay-to-Play?

Yes, teams that reside inside a 75 mile radius of IMG Academy may request a waiver of the Stay-to -Play requirement. Please reach out to your tournament contact for more information.
How do I know if my accommodation is approved?

Only housing booked through the Anthony Travel event-specific booking links are the only approved accommodations available to participants. If you have any questions, please contact event housing at [email protected] or call 844-395-0697.

ACCOMMODATIONS & TRAVEL

Airport Transportation

IMG Academy offers drop-off and pickup services for all local Florida airports. Teams and players can schedule arranged transportation through Travel and Planning on IMG Academy’s website.

Schedule Pickup

Local Airports

Sarasota/Bradenton Florida is conveniently located in central Florida and located near many large international airports. Make sure to book travel through one of these local airports.

Local Airports

Retail

Visit the Official Online Store of IMG Academy at shopimg.com, your IMG Academy branded gear headquarters. On campus shopping also available in the IMG Academy Campus Center’s bookstore.

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Additional Information

Past Results
2021

UNIVERSITIES

represented by coaches at previous IMG Academy Showcases:

Allegheny College
Amherst College
ASA College - Miami
Baldwin - Wallace University
Barry University
Barton College
Benedictine University
Bentley University
Broward College
Brown University
Bucknell University
Campbell University
Cedarville University
Christian Brothers University
Clemson University
Colby College
Colorado State University - Pueblo
Concordia University
Dartmouth College
Daytona State College
DePauw University
Drexel University
Duke University
Earlham College
East Tennessee State University
Eastern Oregon University
Eckerd College
Elmira College
Emerson College
Emmanuel College
Erskine College
Flagler College
Florida College
Florida Gulf Coast University
Florida International University
Florida National University
Florida Southern College
Georgetown University
Georgia Southern University
Greensboro College
Guilford College
Hampden - Sydney College
High Point University
Huntingdon College
Husson University
Indiana State University
Indiana Wesleyan University

Jacksonville University
Johnson & Wales University
Keiser University
Knox College
Lake Tahoe Community College
Lakeland College
Lawrence University
Lesley University
Louisiana College
Lynn University
Maine Maritime Academy
Manhattanville College
Mercer University
Methodist University
Millersville University
Mitchell College
Mount Ida College
Mount Saint Mary's University
New Jersey Institute of Technology
Newbury College
Nichols College
Norco College
North Carolina State University
Northern Illinois University
Northwestern University
Nova Southeastern University
Olivet College
Oregon State University
Oxford College of Emory University
Penn State University
Plymouth State University
Point University
Polk State College
Regis College
Rhodes College
Roanoke College
Rollins College
Rutgers University
Saint Joseph's College
Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College
Sarah Lawrence College
Sewanee - The University of the South
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Southern Methodist University
Southern Wesleyan University
St. John Fisher College
St. Lawrence University

St.Thomas Aquinas College
Stetson University
Stonehill College
SUNY Brockport
SUNY Potsdam
Texas Christian University
Thomas University
Trinity Christian College
Tufts University
United States Coast Guard Academy
United States Naval Academy
University of Akron
University of California - Davis
University of Central Florida
University of Cincinnati
University of Connecticut
University of Dayton
University of Idaho
University of Illinois at Chicago
University of Kentucky
University of Maryland - College Park
University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill
University of North Florida
University of Pittsburgh
University of Portland
University of South Alabama
University of South Carolina
University of South Florida
University of St.Thomas
University of Tampa
University of Texas - Permian Basin
University of the Cumberlands
University of the Pacific
University of Virginia
University of West Florida
University of Wisconsin - River Falls
Ursinus College
Vanderbilt University
Wake Forest University
Warner University
Washington & Lee University
Webber International University
Wesley College
West Virginia University
Widener University
William Peace University
Wingate University

IMG Academy Boys Cup

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