The Illinois State Cup is the most prestigious tournament in Illinois and the official state championship tournament of the US Youth Soccer National Championship Series. State champions advance to the US Youth Soccer National Championships, the only nationwide championship series where all teams have to #EarnYourPlace by qualifying on the field. This is not just “some” tournament and the list of champions is an impressive collection of some of the best teams to ever play in the “Land Of Lincoln.”
Congratulations to the following teams that added their name to the exclusive list of State Cup Champions:
- 15U Girls Champions: Chicago Rush Select
- 16U Girls Champions: Ajax FC (Back-To-Back Champs)
- 17U Girls Champions: FC United (Back-To-Back Champs)
- 19U Girls Champions: Evolution JaHbat FC
Registration for the Spring 2026 State Cup for 12U-19U Boys & 12U-14U Girls teams is now open thru February 12.