The soccer teams will compete in the second annual Can-Am Cup on November 9-10. Organized by U19 head coach Jon Moodey, the tournament/showcase gives players and teams from both America and Canada the opportunity to compete for a trophy whilst being watched by numerous college coaches from around the country. As this is the second year since the tournament’s creation, there will be more curiosity from colleges to come and watch a lot of talent on display, creating more opportunities to be seen and recruited.
The teams competing in this year’s event include Sigma FC, St. Andrew’s College, RMPUS, Vaughan SC, Woodbridge SC, NY Hota Bavarian SC, New York Elite Alleycats, North York Academy, and Black Rock FC/ Northwood. Last year, the tournament happened over a 3-week series where each team played each other before the playoffs. This year, it will be a one-weekend tournament with a round-robin, and teams’ positioning in the table will determine who they play in the first knockout game if they qualify. This makes for a highly competitive weekend of soccer.
Last year, the U17s were able to win their whole age bracket and bring the trophy home while the U19s came up just short. The U17s will be hoping to defend their title which will be tough, as others will be looking for vengeance from last year. The U19s hope to bring the cup back after coming up short last year. As the tournament is being held in Connecticut this year, both teams will be hoping to bring back their first silverware of the season afterward.
