Premier Soccer Services and CF Monterrey Rayados Announce the 2023-2024 Youth Soccer Tournament Calendar

 

Houston, TX ( May 5, 2023)-  Premier Soccer Services and CF Monterrey Rayados of LigaMX are proud to announce the tournament calendar for 2023-2024 youth soccer season. Together, both organizations are committed to creating the ultimate tournament experience and pro pathways for soccer players around the country. As part of the continued partnership, Copa Rayados tournaments will feature: 

• Rayados youth teams in attendance 
• Rayados Directors scouting and player identification
• VIP event for all coaches and directors together with Rayados Directors
• Official Trial and Training opportunities CF Monterrey Rayados for select, identified top talent to travel to Monterrey Mexico. 

Copa Rayados Internacional

Copa Rayados Internacional will return with its marquee event for the 11th year. Based in the Woodlands complex of Houston, TX, Copa Rayados Internacional has become one of the top events for youth soccer teams across the county. In 2022, over 450+ teams applied and attended, with over 50+ international teams arriving to compete versus the very best of the US.  Every year, multiple LigaMX and MLS academies play across Supergroup age groups!  This year, Copa Rayados Internacional will be held November 22-26 at the Woodlands Soccer Complex. Teams looking to apply may do so now at the Copa Rayados website. Applications will be reviewed for consideration. 

Easter International Cup presented by Rayados

The 2024 Easter International Cup presented by Rayados will return to Orlando, Florida during Easter Week March 27-March 30 of 2024. Easter International Cup 2023 featured 260 boys and girls teams including 25+ international teams. The 4-day event was a resounding soccer success with teams from the top leagues in the US (ECNL, MLS NEXT, Girls Academy, EA, DPL) competing together with pro academies and international teams.  For 2023, 3 Mexican pro Academy clubs (Rayados, Dorados, Xolos) and 5 MLS clubs (Sporting KC, Inter Miami, Atlanta United, Orlando City,Real Salt Lake) took part in the action across a range of age groups. For 2024, teams interested in attending can register their interest at the Copa Rayados website. Space will be limited and interested teams will be reviewed on a first come-first come basis. 

Copa Rayados West

For the 2023-2024 year, Copa Rayados will introduce a brand-new event, the Copa Rayados West. Copa Rayados West will take place in Las Vegas, NV June 14 -June 17, 2024. The tournament will host the top youth soccer teams across the West Coast and the nation and provide players the opportunity to experience the Copa Rayados. The tournament will be by invitation only and applications vetted by CF Monterrey Rayados staff. Rayados will review team applications based on the team’s league status, number of national team players, and league and tournament record. 

Copa Rayados Regional Events

In addition to the main events, Copa Rayados will host regional events in select areas of the country. These include: 

Copa Rayados McAllen, May 19-21 in McAllen, TX 

Copa Rayados Chicago, June 30-July 2 in Chicago, IL 

Copa Rayados East Coast, August 25-27, in Washington, DC

With the exception of Copa Rayados East Coast, age group winners will receive an automatic acceptance and free entry to the Copa Rayados Internacional. 

A Continued Partnership 

Premier Soccer Services is proud to continue collaborating with CF Monterrey Rayados to bring these incredible events to life. The goal continues to be able to provide a platform for young players to develop their skills, compete against top talent, and potentially open doors to professional opportunities.

Stay tuned for more information on each of these events, including registration details, accepted teams, attending college and pro scouts, and schedules. 

About Premier Soccer Services:  Premier Soccer Services (PSS) is a professional soccer management company organizing tournaments in Florida, Texas, Alabama, Virginia, Missouri, and Illinois.  Since 2012, the estimated annual economic impact on communities from PSS events reached over $175 million.  PSS specializes in professional management as well as marketing nationally and internationally.  For more information see:  www.premiersoccerservices.com, www.coparayados.com, and www.facebook.com/coparayados or contact Scott Spencer at scott@premiersoccerservices.com or 1-210-305-4821 

About CF Monterrey Rayados: The professional soccer club from Mexico competes in the top division of Mexico, LigaMX, with one of the largest fanbases in both Mexico and the USA.  With 5 North American CONCACAF championships, it has competed in the FIFA Club World Cup, and consistently is at the top of attendance figures playing in their 50,000 seat BBVA BancomerStadium.  With one of the strongest social media presences in LigaMX, it has over 5,000,000 social media followers across all platforms.   The club has the best youth academy in Mexico and with over 200 affiliated youth soccer programs in Mexico and the USA.  For more information see: www.rayados.com or contact Adrian Vargas at adrian.vargas@rayados.com