Akron's Kick It First Tournament
Saturday, May 9th & Sunday, May 10th 2026
The Kick It First Tournament is Akron Soccer League’s spring kickoff event, bringing competitive teams to Akron, NY for a full weekend of soccer. The tournament offers solid competition, well-run games, and a positive experience for players, coaches, and spectators.
For teams getting ready for league play or looking for an early-season test, Kick It First is a strong start to the season.
Cost:
U10: $400
U11-U19: $500
Location:
Newstead Veterans Park
Buell Street
Akron, NY 14001
Eligibility:
Teams must be registered with a State or National organization
Players must have a valid USYSA or approved national player pass
No Olympic Development, Premier, Thruway League or All-Star teams or players permitted
Age Group Formats:
U10 & below: 7v7 (exhibition only; no scores or standings)
U11–U12: 9v9
U13–U19: 11v11
Game Length:
U10 & below: Two 25-minute halves
U11 & up: Two 30-minute halves
Roster Guidelines:
Guest players permitted (maximum of 2 per team, 3 guest players permitted for U10 teams)
Age-appropriate roster and ball sizes apply
Standings & Advancement:
3 points for a win, 1 point for a tie
Tie-breakers applied as needed
Playoff and final matches tied at the end of regulation go directly to penalty kicks
Schedule & Weather:
Game schedules may change due to weather or unforeseen circumstances
No refunds for schedule changes or weather delays
Conduct & Discipline:
Coaches are responsible for players, staff, and spectators
Referee decisions are final
Protests accepted for player eligibility only
Red card suspensions apply per tournament rules
Awards:
Championship trophies awarded to U11–U17 division winners
Medals for all U10 participants
Mother's Day Gift: Potted pansies for mothers and mother-figures (while supplies last)
Tournament Sponsorship Opportunities
Support the tournament by becoming a 2026 sponsor and helping us make this milestone year our best yet.
For $250, sponsors receive valuable exposure including:
- Sign displayed in a high-traffic area during the tournament and throughout our spring house league games
- Mentions in social media and email promotions
- Logo with a link featured on the tournament webpage
Additional sponsorship support is welcome through donated items for our weekend basket raffle, such as gift cards, event tickets, or product baskets.
All sponsorship contributions directly support our players by helping keep registration fees affordable, maintaining fields, providing training and equipment, and funding scholarships for graduating Akron High School students. We are deeply grateful for the continued support of our community partners.
Interested? Contact us at kickitfirstakron@gmail.com
A SPECIAL THANKS
Questions? Contact us at kickitfirstakron@gmail.com