TOURNAMENT
Mansfield Columbus Cup
October 10–12, 2026 | Mansfield Youth Soccer Complex
Why Play the Columbus Cup?
- Family-friendly atmosphere with a true community vibe
- Beautiful, well-maintained fields at the Mansfield Youth Soccer Complex
- Professional scheduling and officiating
- Great competition for all levels
- Fun off-the-field activities for players and families
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Whether you’re competing for the Cup or just soaking up the excitement, the Mansfield Columbus Cup is a fall soccer tradition you don’t want to miss.
Tournament Details
Join Us for Our 24th Annual Columbus Cup Tournament!
Join hundreds of players, families, and fans for a fun-filled weekend of soccer, sportsmanship, and community spirit at one of New England’s favorite youth tournaments..
Location: Mansfield Youth Soccer Complex
๐ 50 Plymouth Street, Mansfield, MA 02048
Who Can Play:
Boys & Girls Teams — Grade 3 through Grades 7/8
Open to Recreational, Town, and Travel Teams
What to Expect
Guaranteed 3 games (weather permitting)
Grades 3–4: Friendly format — all players receive medals
Grades 5–8: Competitive play with playoffs
Champions & Finalists receive custom tournament t-shirts
Boys games: Saturday
Girls games: Sunday
Playoffs (Grades 5–8): Monday for qualifying teams
And beyond the games…
๐ Enjoy the fun! Food trucks, vendors, raffles, silent auctions, face painting, and more all weekend long!
Tournament Dates
Tournament Dates: October 10–12, 2026
Registration Opens: August 10, 2026
Registration Closes: September 25, 2026*
* Or until registration fills up.
Tournament Fees
Entry Fees:
Division Format Fee
Grades 3–4 7v7 $460
3 Game Friendly Format
Grades 5–6 9v9 $550
3 Games Minimum, Competitive play with playoffs
Grades 7–8 11v11 $630
3 Games Minimum, Competitive play with playoffs
Tournament Registration
Registration Opens: August 10, 2026
Registration Deadline: September 25, 2026 (or until full)
Schedules Released: Early October
Spots fill fast — secure your team’s place early!
Rules
We follow BAYS and Massachusetts Youth Soccer Association Rules & Regulations.
Game Length
The length of games will consist of two (2) 22-minute halves with a 5-minute break. All games will start on the hour.
The length of games is subject to change by the Tournament Director and Referees Committee.
Special 7v7 Rules:
There will be NO OFFSIDE in 7v7 play. There is no heading. Size 4 ball will be used. On goal kicks, or on goalkeeper saves followed by a throw-out or punt, the ball must touch the ground or be touched by any player in the defensive half of the field. On goal kicks, the opposing team must be within their own half of the field.
Penalty kicks will be taken from a point eight yards directly in front of the midpoint of the goal. All other players must stand beyond the midfield line.
Special 9 v 9 Rules:
There will be NO HEADING. Size 4 ball will be used.
Cancellations and Refunds
All fees are non-refundable once the team has been accepted. Notifications are via the web and email. Lack of an email address or an incorrect email does not create an exception.
No games will be cancelled or postponed unless the referee or Tournament Director considers the playing surface unsafe. The tournament will not be rescheduled due to weather.
Have Questions?
Email our Tournament Committee at Tournament@MansfieldYouthSoccer.com
We’re happy to help with registration, rules, or scheduling questions.