Soccer Wars is a high-energy, individual-based soccer experience where players ages 9U–19U sign up on their own and compete in a camp-like, festival environment designed for maximum touches, confidence, and fun competition.
No teams, no politics — just a safe, competitive space where players can grow, be seen nationally, and enjoy the game regardless of their level or club.
📍 LOCATION: American River College
VENUE ADDRESS: 4700 College Oak Drive, Sacramento, CA 95841
📅 Registration Deadline: May 31, 2026
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Built around individualized competition, giving every player a true chance to shine — no politics, no preset teams, no being stuck in a position
Fast‑paced, high‑touch format that keeps players involved from start to finish
Club‑neutral environment where players compete freely without pressure
Guaranteed games and meaningful touches for both field players and goalkeepers
A fun, festival‑style atmosphere that families love
A great way to build confidence, compete, and prepare for the season
Opportunities to qualify for the Soccer Wars National Championship
Soccer Wars is a unique, high‑energy competition series built around individual performance, high‑touch gameplay, and fast‑paced formats that give every athlete a real chance to shine. No preset teams. No politics. No being stuck in a position. Every player competes in an environment designed to build confidence, creativity, and competitiveness.
Choosing the right competition is simple — here’s the quick guide parents love:
Field Players → Player Wars Best for attackers, midfielders, defenders, and any player who wants nonstop touches, creativity, and fast‑paced small‑sided games.
Goalkeepers → Goalie Wars Perfect for keepers who want tons of reps, pressure moments, and a keeper‑only environment built to boost confidence and skill.
Any Player → Skill Wars A fun, low‑fatigue add‑on for all athletes. Great for players who want extra touches, competition, and a chance to earn awards.
Player Wars is a small‑sided field‑player competition where athletes rotate teammates and opponents every round. This format ensures constant involvement, nonstop touches, and a true test of individual impact on the game.
Small‑sided 4v4 games
Players rotate teammates and opponents each match
Every player gets meaningful touches and decision‑making moments
Individual scoring based on goals, impact, and sportsmanship
Fast, creative, high‑touch gameplay
More touches than a typical tournament
Encourages quick thinking and attacking play
A fun, competitive environment
Pathway to qualify for Nationals
Goalie Wars is a 1v1 goalkeeper battle that gives keepers more shots, saves, and pressure moments than they get in a full season of games.
GK vs GK on a divided field
Alternating shooting and shot‑stopping
Day 1: Round Robin + Wild Card
Day 2: Playoffs + Championships
6–7 games guaranteed
High‑repetition shot‑stopping
Faster reaction time
Improved distribution
Pressure decision‑making
A confidence‑building, keeper‑focused environment
Skill Wars is a fun, fast‑paced skills challenge open to all players — field players and goalkeepers.
Dribbling
Passing
Shooting
Power
Juggling
Players earn points at each station and compete for Top Baller and Hi Point awards.
🧍 Field Player – Player WarsFee: $139 Ages: 9U–19U Format: Small‑sided 4v4, 4–5 games | 🧤 Goalkeeper – Goalie WarsFee: $165 (9U–13U) / $190 (14U–19U) Format: 1v1 GK battles, 6–7 games |
Field Player Clinic — $50A focused technical session for field players.
Player Wars ClinicA high‑touch, small‑group training session focused on attacking, defending, and decision‑making in tight spaces. Players get rapid‑fire reps and personalized coaching to prepare for Player Wars competition. | Goalkeeper Clinic — $50A high‑repetition session for goalkeepers.
Goalie Wars ClinicA goalkeeper‑only training session focused on shot‑stopping, distribution, footwork, and pressure handling. Keepers get tons of reps and coaching to sharpen skills before competition. | Skill Wars — $20A fun, fast‑paced skills challenge with multiple stations:
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Open to all youth players ages 9U–19U, boys and girls, from any club or league.
Fee: $139 • Ages 9U–19U
4–5 games guaranteed
- Day 1: Round Robin
- Day 2: Round Robin + Showcase Finals + Awards
- 9 AM–4 PM (varies by bracket)
Players earn points based on:
- Goals scored
- Impact on the game
- Additional points may be awarded for sportsmanship
- Small‑sided 4v4
- Fast, creative, high‑touch format
- Top performers advance to Showcase Finals
Friday, DATE • 5:30–7:00 PM
Led by former MASL pro Rob Acosta
Fee: $165 (9U–13U) / $190 (14U–19U)
6–7 games guaranteed
- Day 1: Round Robin + Wild Card
- Day 2: Playoffs + Championships
- 9 AM–4 PM
- High‑touch, high‑action GK battles
- Develops reflexes, distribution, and pressure decision‑making
- Top performers qualify for Nationals
Friday, DATE • 5:30–7:00 PM
Led by former USL/MASL pro Casey Clark
$20 individual
Saturday only: 10 AM–1 PM
Registration closes at 12 PM
- Juggling
- Passing
- Shooting
- Power
- Dribbling
- Fun, fast‑paced skill challenges
- Awards for Top Ballers + Hi Point Individuals
- Does not affect game fatigue
- Guaranteed games
- Club‑neutral environment
- Live + recorded stats
- National qualifying opportunities
- Soccer Wars drawstring bag
- Music + family‑friendly atmosphere
- Fun, competitive, social environment
You’ll receive:
- Confirmation email
- Age‑bracket placement
- Schedule the week of the event
- Check‑in details