TOURNAMENT FORMAT
Teams will compete in single age groups, with a maximum of eight teams per division. If needed, divisions may be further subdivided to ensure competitive balance.
AGE GROUPS & ELIGIBILITY
Teams will be accepted in the following age groups, based on the Georgia Youth Soccer 2024-2025 age chart:
Under 6 - Players born in 2020 & 2021
Under 08 – Players born in 2018 & 2019
Under 10 – Players born in 2016 & 2017
Under 12 – Players born in 2014 & 2015
Under 14 – Players born in 2012 & 2013
Under 16 – Players born in 2010 & 2011
Under 19 – Players born in 2007, 2008 & 2009
The tournament committee reserves the right to combine age divisions if necessary.
AWARDS
Awards will be presented to Champions and Finalists in each division.
ENTRY FEES
Teams may pay by Check, E-Check, Visa, or Mastercard. Checks must be received within one week of submitting the application. Once a team is accepted, entry fees are non-refundable. If a team is not accepted, the full entry fee will be refunded.
CHECK-IN REQUIREMENTS
The Atlanta Fire United Hudgens Rec Cup requires Online Check-In ONLY. Teams must complete check-in by Monday, May 11, 2026.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION
Each team must upload the following documents for check-in:
Official state association roster
Game scorecards with tournament roster entered for all scheduled matches (including potential semifinal and final matches)
Current validated player pass for each player
Liability Release Form (online)
Permission to Travel Form (for out-of-state teams only)
TOURNAMENT ELIGIBILITY & GUIDELINES
Recreational teams ONLY
Teams must have participated as a Recreational team during the Spring 2026 season.
A maximum of 5 guest players is allowed, up to the roster limit.
Players must have a current player pass from the Spring 2026 season.