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Take on the world! The Disney Cup International has attracted teams from more than 20 countries for 18 years and continues to grow. This year, teams will compete against players from Canada, Mexico, Costa Rica, Brazil, Argentina, Panama, Trinidad & Tobago, Puerto Rico, Honduras, UK, Ecuador, Colombia and more. This event offers your team the opportunity to compete at world-class facilities while also enjoying everything the Walt Disney World® Resort has to offer. Registration
Dates: July 15 – 21, 2019
Entry Deadline: June 7, 2019
Age Divisions: U9 – U19
Team entry fee for nonpackaged (room only) teams:
U9 - U10 (7v7) $825.00
U11 - U12 (9v9) $875.00
U13 - U19 (11v11) $1,125.00
Team entry fee for packaged teams:
$100
Team Registration Includes:
- Professionally maintained fields, tournament organization and service
- All games played at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex
- Minimum 4-game guarantee with no more than one (1) game per day, allowing plenty of time to visit the Walt Disney World® Theme Parks with family and friends
- Opening ceremony for all teams
- Certified referees
- Presence of athletic trainers, provided by Select Medical, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex
- Ice water at each field
- One game ball provided to each team
- Awards presented to 1st-4th place teams for groups of 7 or more teams, 1st & 2nd for groups of 6 or fewer teams
Application & Refund Process
Upon acceptance into the tournament, your team entry fee must be paid in full immediately to guarantee your spot. Entry fees are non-refundable. In the event your team must withdraw from the tournament, you must notify the tournament director in writing at least 30 days prior to the tournament date and you will be allowed to transfer your entry fee to a future event.
All coaches and athletes are required to stay in one of the official tournament hotels and use one of Disney's approved travel providers to compete at the event. See details in the Tournament Rules under the Required Documents tab.
Events may be subject to availability, capacity limits, eligibility requirements, and may be subject to delay, change, or cancellation for inclement weather. Application deadline subject to change due to volume of applications and event capacity. In the event that an Age Division Bracket does not attain an adequate number of registered teams, the Tournament Director shall notify those registered teams as soon as possible. The teams will be given the option of playing up or receiving a full refund.
International Team Registration
Registration is open for the Disney Cup International, at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at Walt Disney World® Resort.
International Teams - Requirements
- All international teams must stay at the Walt Disney World® Resort and purchase a registration package for each athlete, coach and spectator on the team with a Disney Sport representative.
- All teams must be confirmed and fully paid no later than 45 days prior to take advantage of the Promotional discount package.
- Each team is limited to a maximum 18 athletes for 11v11, 14 athletes for 9v9 and 12 athletes for 7v7.
- Travel partners must are responsible for the entire groups registration, documentation and necessary invoices for payment.
- The travel partner will be responsible to secure from Disney and provide teams with package components to include: theme park tickets, length of event tickets for spectators to ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, and wristbands for transportation.
BENEFITS
- Specially-priced accommodations at selected Disney hotels
- Guaranteed tournament entries
- Specially-priced theme park tickets
- Transportation for the tournament, airport and Theme parks
- Meet and play against teams from around the world
- Minimum four (4) games guarantee
PACKAGES
Specially-priced packages for athletes, coaches and spectators include discounted hotel accommodations, theme park tickets, and admission to all tournament games.
- Participant /team registration fee
- Hotel accommodations
- Theme park Tickets + water park tickets
- Ground Transportation
- Spectator Tournament Tickets
- Participant Giveaway
- Game ball (1 per team)
OPTIONALS
- Meal Packages
- Disney Dining Plan
Booking Process
- Step 1: Contact the Disney Sports international group sales department, Leonardo Leite (Leonardo.Leite@disney.com) – phone 407 938-3567 to be qualified into the tournament with the information for how many rooms and nights will be needed for the participants.
- Step 2: After receiving your room request and corresponding deposit, confirm your participation in the tournament by signing and returning your package agreement.
- Step 3: Collect all required paperwork to ensure your participation in the tournament:
- Rooming list
- Signed Disney Sports waiver for each player
- Completed online application for the team
- Step 4: All payments are due 30 days prior to the group's arrival. Payments can be made via wire transfer, credit card, or approved company check. Late payments are subject to additional fees.
Important Dates
TEAM REGISTRATION DEADLINES
- All international teams must be fully registered before 45 days prior to event.
TEAM VISA ASSISTANCE
- Only teams that have a signed contract with deposit are eligible to receive Visas assistance. Deadline for Visa assistance is 75 days prior to arrival. You must provide a room list in order to get your Visa assistance.
TEAM CONTRACT DEPOSIT
- The team has 15 days from the date of the request to return the package agreement with the deposit requirement.
- Rooms are not held until room deposit is received.
TEAM FULL PAYMENT
- Full payment must be received before 30 days prior to arrival.
- Teams that do not finalize all payments 30 days prior to arrival will be subjected to late fees, forfeit of deposit, and other penalties that could include cancellation from the tournament.
TEAM ROOM LIST
- An accurate and final rooming list is due 60 days prior to the tournament.
TEAM DOCUMENTATION
- Need to be sent 45 days prior to arrival
- Copy of passport
- Medical form and waiver signed
- Proof of insurance
- Letter from the school or soccer club that the team represents
- Fill in the roster with player profiles online (www.gotsoccer.com)
Attention Puerto Rican teams: Please follow the registration process for U.S. teams. For questions, please contact the Disney Soccer team at 407-938-3567 or email leonardo.leite@disney.com
International Teams Travel Packages
If you are traveling internationally and would like assistance in securing travel packages, please contact one of the Official Tour Operators or Travel Agents below to learn more!
What are the benefits of booking your Disney trip with one of the Official Tour & Travel Partners?
- Personalized guest service and communication from our Official Tour & Travel Partners
- Specially-priced Disney Packages
- Onsite Guides and Interpreters, provided by our Official Tour & Travel Partners
- Ease of mind – leave the travel planning to the experts
Note: Based on group size, please contact Official Tour & Travel Partner for more details. Every Tour & Travel Partner is different, so please be sure to contact them directly for specific package and payment options.
International Travel Providers*
- Argentina
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Bahamas
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Brazil
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Bolivia
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Canada**
- , click or call (866) 341-1777
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Chile
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Colombia
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Costa Rica
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Dominican Republic
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Ecuador
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El Salvador
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Guatemala
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Honduras
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Mexico
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Nicaragua
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Panama
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Peru
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Spain
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United Kingdom
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Venezuela
If you are unable to locate a travel provider, please contact the Disney Soccer Sales Office at 407-938-3805.
Every Tour & Travel Partner is different, so please be sure to contact them directly for specific payment options.
Request for Information - English
Thank you for your interest in the Disney Cup International. Please complete the information requested below and a member of the Disney Soccer team will contact you with the requirements for international team participation and information on ESPN Wide World of Sports approved travel providers in your region.
Solicitud de Información - en Español
Gracias por su interes en el Disney Cup International. Favor de completar la informacion requerida abajo, y un miembro del Disney Soccer se communicara con usted con los requerimientos que usted necesitara para participar como grupo internacional. Tambien se le enviara informacion sobre las agencias de viajes approvadas en nuestra region y ESPN Wide World of Sports.
Pedido de Informação - no Português
Obrigado por seu interesse no torneio Disney Cup International. Por favor, complete o formulário abaixo e um membro do Disney Soccer team fará contato com voce para informá-lo dos requisitos de participação para equipes internacionais e agentes de viagem autorizados em seu país.
Travel Packages/Hotels
All teams, except as noted below, are subject to book lodging through the Disney designated travel provider as a condition to compete at the event.
- Teams that are located within a 75 mile driving distance of the ESPN's Wide World of Sports Complex are not required to book.
- Teams that are located within a 90 mile driving distance of the ESPN's Wide World of Sports Complex and have a drive time of less than 90 minutes are not required to book.
- All teams over 90 miles are expected to book with the designated travel provider as a condition to compete - no exceptions
- Addresses used for the determination of the distance/time will be the address of ESPN Wide World of Sports and the team's primary contact address.
- ™ or other approved online mapping services will be used to determine driving distance and time.
US and Puerto Rican Teams
PACKAGES
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For packaged teams, $100.00 tournament registration fee
- Team must be fully packaged – Minimum 16 packages
- For package information, please click here
- Florida teams should email Anthony Travel for package pricing.
NON-PACKAGED (ROOM ONLY) OPTION (Teams who chose not to purchase a package will pay the below tournament registration fee, then book room through AnthonyTravel)
- $825.00 for non-packaged U9-U10 (7v7) tournament registration fee
- $875.00 for non-packaged U11-U12 (9v9) tournament registration fee
- $1,125.00 for non-packaged U13-U19 (11v11) tournament registration fee
To book package/room accommodations with Disney's designated travel provider, please visit or call (800) 736-6377 for more information.
International Teams
Please visit the International Team Registration shutter for more information.
Theme Parks
Participating Teams
We’re proud to be hosting players from around the world for the fun and excitement of the 2019 Disney Cup International.
Photography
* To ensure quality photography, only teams and or athletes that register for the ESPN Wide World of Sports Gameday Photos will receive photos service. Gameday Photos does not photograph all games and participants only those who reserve a photographer. By focusing on the athletes that have registered for photography, we are able to capture more and relevant images for a greater, high quality, selection to choose from.
Schedule
| Day/Date | Activity | Scheduled Times |
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Sunday July 14 |
Registration | 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. |
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Sunday July 14 |
Opening Ceremony | 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. |
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Monday July 15 |
Pool Play Begins | 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
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Tuesday July 16 |
Pool Play Continues | 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
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Wednesday July 17 |
Pool Play Continues | 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
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Thursday July 18 |
Pool Play Continues | 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
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Friday July 19 |
Pool Play Continues | 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
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Saturday
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Semi-Finals | 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
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Sunday
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Finals | 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
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Sunday
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Disney Cup International Party | 8:00 pm. - Midnight |
Checklist
Please utilize the below checklist as a guide to ensure compliance of tournament rules and requirements.
Book room accommodations with Disney's designated travel provider, Anthony Travel, by calling 800-736-6377 or visiting .
Due Date: 30 days prior to the start of competition
If you do not complete your room accommodations by this date, your team will not be scheduled and your team will be removed from the tournament.
Waivers
You are required to submit signed Disney Sports Waivers for each team member and coach that will be listed on your official team roster.
Access your Disney Sports Waiver form by visiting the Required Documents section.
Online Roster - You are required to submit your team roster online.
MANDATORY: All teams must enter their rosters complete with bench personnel into the tournaments on-line scheduling system no later than 21 days prior to start of event. The minimum required information is Name, Date of Birth, player ID number, Uniform number and gender. Revisions can be made to the roster up the night of team registration. This information will appear on the tournament game reports to be used by the referees for check-in on the field prior to each game. Teams failing to input this information are subject to removal from the event.
Note about eligibility/age requirements: The player's playing age is determined by the following USYSA guidelines for 2018/2019.
| Age Division |
Birth Year Range |
| Under 19 Division |
Born in 2000 |
| Under 18 Division |
Born in 2001 |
| Under 17 Division |
Born in 2002 |
| Under 16 Division |
Born in 2003 |
| Under 15 Division |
Born in 2004 |
| Under 14 Division |
Born in 2005 |
| Under 13 Division |
Born in 2006 |
| Under 12 Division |
Born in 2007 |
| Under 11 Division |
Born in 2008 |
| Under 10 Division |
Born in 2009 |
| Under 09 Division |
Born in 2010 |
In the event that an age division bracket does not reach an adequate number of registered teams, the Tournament Director will notify those registered teams as soon as possible. The teams will be given the option of play up an age group or receiving a full refund.
Sanctioning/Player Cards
FYSA AND USSF SANCTIONING
This tournament is sanctioned by FYSA and USSF. In order to participate, all players and coaches are required to have a current USSF/USYSA/FYSA or their Affiliates Player/Coach Pass Card. If you are not a member of any of these organizations please call (800) 4-SOCCER to obtain membership information.
SANCTIONING RULES FOR FYSA TEAMS
In order to participate in this tournament all FYSA teams must be in "Good Standing". Please submit for approval a copy of your official FYSA computer-generated roster.
SANCTIONING RULES FOR NON-FLORIDA TEAMS
In order to participate in this tournament all USYS and other USSF affiliates must be in "Good Standing" and obtain Permission to Travel* from their State/National Association. Please bring a copy of your completed approved/certified roster along with your permission to travel to the on-site registration.
International and Domestic Application to Host Forms accessible by visiting the Required Documents section.
**Permission to Travel is not required from teams registered with US Club Soccer.
In order to participate in this tournament all teams from outside the United States must have written permission and verification from US Soccer and their country's Federation indicating authorization to participate in the Disney Youth Tournament. Please send a copy of your completed Approved/Certified Roster, your Permission to Travel and Proof of Insurance to our office at least 30 days prior to the event. International teams (players and coaches) will be required to present passports at registration.
On-Site Tournament Registration– Important: On-site event check-in is required. A team representative will need to pick up the team’s credentials and sign to verify that all information received for your team is accurate and current.
**NEW REQUIREMENT FOR 2019
All teams must have a representative to check-in the team on Sunday July 14, 2019. Teams that fail to check-in Sunday will be assessed an immediate 1 point penalty in determining the standings during pool play.**
Sunday, July 14, 2019
Time: 9:00am – 1:00pm
Location: Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort
At least one team representative must attend and that representative must present the following documents:
- Approved/Certified Roster from your State/National Association
- Permission to Travel (not required from teams registered with US Club Soccer)
- Player/Coach Pass Cards
- Disney Sports Waivers accessible by visiting the Required Documents section.
- Medical Release Forms (Due at On-Site Check In)*
*Disney Soccer events shall require all teams participating in the tournament to provide medical releases for each player in an appropriate form. Most organizations/clubs/leagues/teams have their own forms. These are acceptable for Disney Soccer events. Access sample medical release form via the Required Documents section. These authorizations shall be reviewed by Disney Soccer at registration.
Credentials
Credentials will be distributed at Registration. To receive credentials, each team must have already paid their Tournament Entry Fee and must present their completed Disney Sports Waiver forms. Minors (under age 18) must have a parent or legal guardian sign the Release and Indemnity section of the waiver. Coaches may pick up credentials for the entire team by providing the proper documents for verification. The credential specifies the areas of ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex participants can enter as well as the dates of validity. Once received, the credential must be visible to gain admittance. Credentials are non-transferable. If a credential is lost or stolen, it will be necessary to pay a replacement fee.
Complex Admission
- Daily admission*
- Ages 3-9: $14.00
- Ages 10+: $19.00
- Length-of-event admission*
- Ages 3-9: $56.00
- Ages 10+: $76.00
- Children under 3: No charge
On-Site Event Check-In
**NEW REQUIREMENT FOR 2019
All teams must have a representative to check-in the team on Sunday July 14, 2019. Teams that fail to check-in Sunday will be assessed an immediate 1 point penalty in determining the standings during pool play.**
Sunday, July 14, 2019
Time: 9:00am – 1:00pm
Location: Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort
At least one team representative must attend and that representative must present the following documents:
- Approved/Certified Roster from your State/National Association
- Permission to Travel accessible by visiting the Required Documents section.
- Player/Coach Pass Cards
- Disney Sports Waivers accessible by visiting the Required Documents section.
- Medical Release Forms (Due at On-Site Check In)*
*Disney Soccer events shall require all teams participating in the tournament to provide medical releases for each player in an appropriate form. Most organizations/clubs/leagues/teams have their own forms. These are acceptable for Disney Soccer events. These authorizations shall be reviewed by Disney Soccer at registration.
Required Documents
Permission to Travel (Domestic)
In order to participate in this tournament all USYS and other USSF affiliates must be in "Good Standing" and obtain Permission to Travel* from their State/National Association. Please bring a copy of your completed approved/certified roster along with your permission to travel to the on-site event check-in.
Utilize the Domestic Application to Host form to bring to your State/National Association. This proves to your State/National Association that this Disney Soccer event is a legitimate, FYSA sanctioned tournament. When you present the Application to Host form, your State/National Association will give you the Permission to Travel form.
Download Application to Host Form
**Permission to Travel is not required from teams registered with US Club Soccer.
In order to participate in this tournament all teams from outside the United States must have written permission and verification from US Soccer and their country's Federation indicating authorization to participate in the Disney Youth Tournament. Please upload a copy of your completed Approved/Certified Roster, your Permission to Travel and Proof of Insurance to GotSoccer at least 30 days prior to the event.
International teams (players and coaches) will be required to present player cards or passports at registration for proof of age.
Permission to Travel (International)
International teams must upload a Permission to Travel letter from the federation or from the international entity to compete in Disney Soccer events.
Waivers
All of your participants appearing on the roster (coaches, athletes, staff, etc.) must sign an event waiver. Waivers may be downloaded by clicking on the links below, and all waivers must be presented at team check-in when you arrive for the event.
- Adult Waiver (18 and older)
- Minor Waiver (17 and younger)
Rules
Each Disney Soccer tournament has its own Rules. Your team and its athletes are responsible for knowing and following the official tournament rules, available via the link below.
Rules
Medical Release Form
Download the Medical Release Form
Rules
FYSA/USYSA Tournament Rules will apply.
Each Disney Soccer tournament has its own Rules. Your team and its athletes are responsible for knowing and following the official tournament rules, available via Required Documents tab.
Venues & Maps
ESPN WIDE WORLD OF SPORTS COMPLEX
700 S. Victory Way
Kissimmee, FL 34747
Express Check-In
To qualify for Express Check-In, Click here.
Required Documents for Express Check-In: All forms must be uploaded in advance to GotSoccer.
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Completed Disney Sports Waiver Forms
- Please upload forms in PDF Format- no JPEG submissions will be accepted
- Documents should be in alphabetical order, legible, and uploaded as 1 file for coach waivers and 1 file for athlete waivers
- Adult Waiver (18 and older)
- Minor Waiver (17 and younger)
- Correct Roster in GotSoccer
- Player Photos (International Teams)
- Proof of age (Non-USYS or US Club Teams)
**NEW REQUIREMENT FOR 2019
All teams must have a representative to check-in the team on Sunday July 14, 2019. Teams that fail to check-in Sunday will be assessed an immediate 1 point penalty in determining the standings during pool play.**
On-site Tournament Registration
Date: Sunday, July 14, 2019
Location: 9:00am – 1:00pm
Time: Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort
Waiver
Guest Player Registration
Your information will be provided to coaches that are looking for guest players. Remember, in order to participate, all players and coaches are required to have a current USSF or their Affiliates Player/Coach Pass Card.
IMPORTANT: Due to the different rules and regulations for guest players throughout the many USYS State Associations and other National Governing Bodies (NGB) it is the responsibility of the players and coaches involved to make sure all the required forms and documents are provided to the tournament. If in doubt contact the State Associations/NGB involved.
- US Club Guest Player Form
- USYS Interstate Permission Form (For guest players to teams from another USYS State Associations)
COACHES:
If you are interested in adding a guest player to your team please follow the steps outlined below to access and add available guest players. Remember, in order to participate, all players and coaches are required to have a current USSF or their Affiliates Player/Coach Pass Card.
How to add a Guest Player to your roster:
- Go to your GotSoccer team page
- Click on the designated Disney Soccer event under Event History.
- Click on the tab that says "Guest Player"
- Select and contact the player from the list and add to your team
Referees
As part of the event we offer these benefits:
- Free hotel accommodations for visiting referees (2 working referees per room traveling from 60 miles from the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex)
- Travel allowance for Grade 7 & higher referees (Must be traveling from 60 miles from the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex)
- $15 Meal stipend provided for referees working 3+ games per day
- Complimentary gift
Dining Options
The ESPN Wide World of Sports Grill is a quick-service restaurant located at the entrance to the sports complex. Menu items include burgers, sandwiches, and salads as well as an assortment of desserts and beverages.
Ordering Fresh Prepared MealsTeams have the option to place catering orders in advance of their trip for quick, easy and well balanced fresh prepared meals, bulk beverages, and/or snacks. The convenience of having your meals planned in advance will save on time and stress.
Place your order at least 2 business days prior to the event date. Deliveries for Saturday, Sunday or Monday must be received by 3pm on Friday.
Please call 407-939-2026 with any questions or to customize your order.
Special Functions
Special food and beverage options may be available for your event, including catered meals or private parties. Please check your event listing on the web site or contact us for more information.
Reservations at Walt Disney World® Restaurants
Call 407.WDW.DINE for information on Walt Disney World® or to make a reservation for your team.
EVENT AT A GLANCE
DATES
Event:
July 15, 2019 – July 21, 2019
Registration Deadline:
June 7, 2019
International Registration:
All international teams must be fully registered 45 days before the tournament: May 31, 2019.
ELIGIBILITY
Team:
This is an FYSA Sanctioned Tournament, which is open to all USSF/FIFA affiliated organizations for boys and girls.
Age Divisions:
U9 – U19
Player Eligibility:
Ages 9 through 19 may participate. Ages are based on USYSA guidelines for 2018/2019 birth year and season.
COMPETITION LEVEL
Moderate – High
Team entry fee for nonpackaged (room only) teams:
U9 - U10 (7v7) $825.00
U11 - U12 (9v9) $875.00
U13 - U19 (11v11) $1,125.00
Team entry fee for packaged teams:
$100
CONTACT
Disney Soccer Sales Office
Phone: 407-938-3805
Email Us
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