US Club Soccer – a member of the U.S. Soccer Federation and the leading organization developing soccer clubs across America – estimates a $4.2 million direct economic impact at the 2016 National Cup XV Finals and National Premier Leagues (NPL) Finals at Aurora Sports Park in Aurora, CO.
The 2016 NPL Finals, held July 14-18, 2016 will feature U-13 through U-18 boys and girls league champions from around the country, totaling more than 150 teams and 3,000 of America’s top youth players.
Hosted July 22-25, the National Cup XV Finals serve as the culminating event of US Club Soccer’s cup-based national championship series, welcoming 120 teams to compete among U-13 through U-17 boys and girls brackets.
With assistance from the City of Aurora, the estimated $4.2 million economic impact confirms US Club Soccer as host of the two largest youth sports events in the state. By comparison (according to US Club Soccer) the USA Hockey’s annual Presidents Day Tournament in Feb. generated $1.5 million in direct economic impact for Colorado.
“For the second time in three years, US Club Soccer is returning to the Denver region to host our two National Championships,” said Kevin Payne, US Club Soccer CEO. “Colorado has welcomed us with open arms and Aurora is well equipped in providing the necessary infrastructure for thousands of athletes and their families during these marquee events.”
All National Cup XV and NPL matches will take place at the Aurora Sports Park complex
Founded in 2001, US Club Soccer has member clubs from all 50 states. Through its player-centric mentality, the organization has produced numerous youth players who have matriculated to professional leagues and top NCAA Division I teams.
