Divisions
Who Takes the Pitch
U16 Boys
Born on or after 1 September 2010
Middle School Boys
Born on or after 1 September 2012
Age is taken at 1 September 2026, the start of the 2026–27 season. A player may waiver up or down depending on the reason, subject to tournament and staff approval. Proof of age is required at check-in. Bands are provisional until registration opens.
Entry
Squad and Cost
15players max
Ten on the pitch and five replacements.
Get Started
Resources
Plan Your Trip
Getting There
Bozeman Yellowstone International (BZN) is roughly 15 minutes from the pitches, with direct flights from cities across the country.
Airport to venue →Venue
Bozeman Sports Park, Bozeman, MT. Pitch assignments, maps, and parking published ahead of the event.
View on Maps →Accommodation
Hotels, rates, and recommended stays in Bozeman.
Published closer to the eventContact
Get in touch with the championship organizing team at the Montana Institute of Sport.
Contact Us →FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can enter?
Any U16 or middle school boys program in the country, school-based or club. All 50 states are welcome, and you do not need to be a state select side to enter.
What is the format?
Ten a side across two days at Bozeman Sports Park. Match length, pool structure, and guaranteed games will be published ahead of registration.
What are the age bands?
U16 Boys: born on or after 1 September 2010, typically school grades 9–10. Middle School Boys: born on or after 1 September 2012, typically grades 6–8. Age is taken at 1 September 2026, the start of the 2026–27 season. A player may play up a division but not down, and proof of age is required at check-in. Bands are provisional until registration opens.
How many players can we bring?
Fifteen per team, maximum: ten on the pitch and up to five replacements.
What does the $750 cover?
Entry for one team across both days of competition. Travel, lodging, and meals are not included. The expression of interest is free. Payment is handled through Zeffy.
Where is it played?
Bozeman Sports Park in Bozeman, Montana. Pitch assignments, maps, and parking will be published ahead of the event.
How do we enter?
Submit an expression of interest first. It is free, and not a commitment. When your program is ready to commit, register and pay through Zeffy.
Is this sanctioned?
Registration and payment run through Zeffy. Sanctioning and insurance details will be published with registration.
Are there girls divisions?
Not in 2027. Submitting an expression of interest is still worth doing so we can gauge demand.
How do we get there?
Fly into Bozeman Yellowstone International (BZN), about 15 minutes from Bozeman Sports Park.
How do we find lodging?
Hotels, rates, and recommended stays in Bozeman will be published closer to the event.
