ORIGINS OF THE CUP

The Kentucky Youth Soccer Association (KYSA) Commonwealth Cup was initiated and organized to enhance the accomplishments recreational players achieve by participating is a state championship tournament in the late 1970s.  In 2000. the event was moved from the Spring to the Fall and renamed for a sponsor.  In 2005 it was renamed as the Commonwealth Cup as the five year sponsorship was not renewed. 

The development of all players within KYSA is advanced when the player meets personal challenges. The Commonwealth Cup is designed to encourage and honor the recreational player by allowing the player to compete for both team and personal goals. 

This tournament is structured so that, regardless of ability, all players can realistically strive for the goal of becoming a state champion.

PHILOSOPHY

It is the Commonwealth Cup philosophy that all players should receive equal opportunities and benefits within their level of play. Further, all players have the right to participate in competitions where the can be honored as winners.

The Commonwealth Cup is a unique tournament in that it is only open to recreational players. The tournament follows a set of guidelines that are administered at the state level.

1. Every recreational player shall have an equal opportunity to participate in every game.

2. The formation of recreational teams follows a controlled registration policy where every player is accepted and assigned to a roster regardless of ability.

3. A philosophy of player participation in a low-stress, fun filled environment is promoted.

Only recreational players registered with the KYSA, through an affiliate member recreational league are eligible to participate in the Commonwealth Cup. No all-star teams or guest players are allowed. Any league, club or association found to have substituted ineligible players on a roster will forfeit their games at this tournament and may be subject to further sanctions. Additionally, any team or player entered in or rostered for Open Cup State Cup is not eligible.

When we incorporate programs that create a fun and healthy developmental environment for players while recognizing their participation and excellence, we are investing in a quality future.