Minnesota Conference Qualifier
OVERVIEW
Minnesota Conference Qualifier (MNCQ) is open for 13U and older teams and is the most competitive state league.
Teams in this league are expected to compete in Minnesota State Cup, and/or USYS National League.
FORMAT & TIERS
MN1 is a results-based league that begins at 13U with qualification being at 12U. Any team can enter Division I (“self-select”) at any age group. Teams must earn a spot in the MNCQ by performing well in Division I.
TEAM CONTACT INFORMATION
Each team is responsible for providing accurate contact information to MYSA. Only listed team contacts and club officials may communicate with MYSA regarding team, league, and game issues.
Summer 2023
IMPORTANT DATES & DEADLINES
| August 8 | Team registration opens |
| August 29 | 15U and up team registration deadline at 11:59 p.m. |
| September 12 | 15U and up league schedules published to clubs and teams; field and referee assigning begins; team-to-team rescheduling period begins |
| October 28 | All 13U & 14U teams due by 11:59 p.m. |
| November 14 | 13U & 14U league schedules published to clubs and teams; field and referee assigning begins; team-to-team rescheduling period begins |
| March 20 | Team-to-team rescheduling period ends |
| March 29 | Field assignments and game times locked at 11:59 p.m. |
| April 3 | All league games may begin |
| July 16 | Last day of league play |
| July 29 | Club tryouts may begin for 11U and older |
HelpFul Links
Minnesota State Cup
The US Youth Soccer Minnesota State Cup is a tournament designed to select the Minnesota league team or Midwest Regional team at each age level and gender to represent Minnesota at the US Youth Soccer Midwest Regional Championships.
Presidents Cup
US Youth Soccer Minnesota Presidents Cup gives Minnesota Youth Soccer teams an alternative to the Minnesota State Cup and a chance to play against teams of similar abilities for the goal of State, Regional and National titles.
Spring/Summer Playing Nights
Boys
| Age | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|
| 9U/10U | Monday | Wednesday |
| 11U/12U | Tuesday | Thursday |
| 13U/14U | Monday | Wednesday |
| 15U/16U | Tuesday | Thursday |
| 17U/18U | Monday | Wednesday |
Girls
| Age | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|
| 9U/10U | Wednesday | Monday |
| 11U/12U | Thursday | Tuesday |
| 13U/14U | Wednesday | Monday |
| 15U/16U | Thursday | Tuesday |
| 17U/18U | Wednesday | Monday |