Target USA CUP 2025

[Mattybuz]

HI all.

I have been offered a place at the Target Usa Cup in Minnesota this July.

This would be my first experience of the tournament if I was to go. (UK Based open age ref)

I would like to know people's experiences of the tournament? I.e. the standard? Accommodation / transport options? Remuneration ?

From what I've read, it seems quite a good experience but it would be interesting to hear the experiences of others.

Hope you can help

 

[Runner Ref]

I went back in 2011- was an amazing experience.

Accommodation- we were in dorms. So rooms with 2-3 bunk beds. They’re basic but clean.

Transport- as long as things haven’t changed, you stay on the campus. So you just walk to the pitches (or get a buggy if it’s one of the further ones). They’ll also pick you up at the airport.

Standard- varies. You cover multiple age groups, depending on your level/experience.

Remuneration- from what I remember, the money you get will basically cover your accommodation. So you won’t see much money, but also won’t spend it.

 

[RefereeX]

I don't personally know of any tournaments abroad (short of the professional game) where referees come out of it with any money, it's all about the experience.

 

[RustyRef]

I don't personally know of any tournaments abroad (short of the professional game) where referees come out of it with any money, it's all about the experience.

Yeah, the best you can really hope for is to cover your costs.

 

[Archer]

FACTOR 50.

You're welcome.

 

[Mattybuz]

Regarding the above, did you need to complete a temporary Visa? Or did the Esta suffice? I just want to make sure I have the right paperwork before I depart in July.

 

[volt177]

I went 2023 and 2024. Nice setup, youll get maybe 4-6 games a day and it can get very hot. Youll need to do some certifications including a safe sport (their safeguarding equivalent), a concussion one, and a background check.