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US Youth Soccer Announces Format Change for National Championships 

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TO: Eastern Pennsylvania Youth Soccer Member Organizations  
FROM: David Jones, Director of Competitions  
DATE: September 25, 2025 
RE: US Youth Soccer Announces Format Change for National Championships 

US Youth Soccer has announced a major format change to its National Championships, aimed at creating the best youth sports experience in the country. Beginning with the current season, State Cup champions from all 54 state associations will directly advance to the National Championships, eliminating the Regional Championship round.  

For Eastern Pennsylvania Youth Soccer, this does not change the structure or format of our State Cup. Our competition will continue to operate as it always has, with the same rules, format, and schedule in place. Presidents Cup and Challenge Cup will also remain the unchanged.  

This exciting change is designed to: 

  • Enhance the value and visibility of State Cups as core qualifying events 
  • Streamline the championship pathway to reduce travel demands 
  • Celebrate tradition while embracing progress to deliver a more focused, player-centered experience at the national level 

Along with the State Cup champions, group winners from National League Winter events will also qualify, bringing even more representation and competition to the national stage.  

This format change reflects the feedback of member associations, clubs, coaches, and families, aligning with USYS’ long-term vision of enhancing competition while easing the burdens on players and parents. The result is a streamlined, meaningful, and memorable pathway to the National Championships.  

More details about qualification timelines, host locations, and event details will be shared in the coming weeks.  

24 EPA Players Receive USYS National Championship Individual Award 

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US Youth Soccer has announced its individual award winners from the 2025 National Championships presented by New York Life and National Presidents Cup, with 24 Eastern Pennsylvania players receiving recognition for their outstanding performances. 

Players were named to their respective age group’s Best XI or recognized as an MVP, Golden Boot, or Golden Glove recipient. 

Selections for the Best XI and Golden Ball were determined by votes from team coaches during the weeks of competition in Tampa and Orlando, Fla. The Golden Boot was awarded to the top goal-scorer in each age group, while the Golden Glove went to the goalkeeper who allowed the fewest goals. 

National Championships

U19 Boys  

  • Brian O’Neil- FC DELCO NAL ’06 
  • Benjamin Goodrich- HEX FC Dominion 06/07B 
  • Braeden Brownholtz- HEX FC Dominion 06/07B 

U19 Girls  

  • Viktorya Luckenbach- Penn FC Youth 2007 F Black
  • Haley Bull Penn- Penn FC Youth 2007 F Black

Golden Ball  

  • Benjamin Goodrich- HEX FC Dominion 06/07B 

Golden Glove 

  • Chelsea Coburn- Penn FC Youth 2007 F Black

National Presidents Cup

19U Boys  

  • Fusia Donzo- Lower Merion SC 007’s  
  • Grahm Costello (MVP)- Lower Merion SC 007’s
  • Bennet Kane- Lower Merion SC 007’s  

19U Girls  

  • Mackenzie Hermann- Towamencin Youth Assn Tornadoes

18U Boys  

  • Adam Shiloni- Vereinigung Erzgebirge SC Mountaineers 
  • Ryan Falcone- Vereinigung Erzgebirge SC Mountaineers   
  • Keegan Courduff- Vereinigung Erzgebirge SC Mountaineers 

18U Girls  

  • Reese Hughes- Carlisle Area Youth Soccer Cannons
  • Samantha Knisely- Carlisle Area Youth Soccer Cannons
  • Ella Garmen- Carlisle Area Youth Soccer Cannons

17U Boys  

  • Vincenzo Harwood- Huntingdon Valley AA Sting 2008 

16U Boys  

  • Jay Koch- FC Montco Legends

16U Girls  

  • Elyse Shull- Keystone FC Premier
  • Allison Scheungrab- Keystone FC Premier

15U Boys  

  • Kevin Wagner- Huntingdon Valley AA Stingers 2010

14U Boys 

  • William Booth- Steel United 11B Elite

Golden Glove 

  • Grahm Costello- Lower Merion SC 007’s  
  • Elisabeth Bordner- Carlisle Area Youth Soccer Cannons  
  • Grace Grim- Keystone FC Premier  

Golden Boot  

  • Fusia Donz- Lower Merion SC 007’s
  • Mackenzie Siler- Keystone FC Premier 

Penn FC Claims U19 Girls National Championship as Seven Eastern Pennsylvania Teams Shine at US Youth Soccer National Championships 

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Seven teams from Eastern Pennsylvania Youth Soccer took the field at the 2025 US Youth Soccer National Championships in Orlando, Florida, capping off remarkable seasons by earning a spot on the biggest stage in youth soccer.  

Among the standout performances was Penn FC Youth 2007 F Black (U19 Girls) who made history by capturing the Evelyn Gill/Kathy Zolad Cup.  

The team’s title run was nothing short of thrilling. In the semifinal, both Penn FC and Wisconsin’s Madison 56ers Elite remained scoreless after two overtime periods, but Penn FC came out on top, winning 5-4 in penalty kicks. In the final, they completed a thrilling comeback, erasing a 2-0 deficit to defeat the defending champions MI Rangers FC Elite 3-2 and secure the U19 Girls title.  

Eastern Pennsylvania teams showed determination throughout the week, with YMS 10B Premier United (U15 Boys) making a run to the semifinals for the second straight year before falling in penalty kicks. Eastern Pennsylvania fought hard in challenging group-play matches and competed fiercely against top teams from across the country.  

Eastern Pennsylvania Youth Soccer congratulates all seven teams on an incredible season. Reaching the National Championships is a major achievement, and each team represented the region with determination and pride.  

Below are the full results from the 2025 US Youth Soccer Nationals.  

  • U14 Girls: Hex FC Dominion 11G 2 – 3 The Football Academy 11G Silver (NJ) (NJ) 
  • U15 Boys: YMS 10B Premier United 2 – 0 Indy Premier Elite 64 10B (IN) 
  • U16 Girls: NJ Nationals 09G Elite (NJ) 2 – 0 HEX FC Dominion 09G  
  • U17 Girls: Michigan Tigers Elite 64 08G (MI) 1 – 0  Penn FC Youth 2008 F Black 
  • U18/19 Boys: Raiders FC 2007 (IL) 2 – 2 FC DELCO NAL ’06 
  • U18/19 Boys: HEX FC Dominion 06/07B 2-0 CFYSC 06B Premier (IL) (IL)  
  • 18U/19U Girls: Solar South 06/07G Adames FDL (TX-N) 0 – 1 Penn FC Youth 2007 F Black 
  • U14 Girls: Hex FC Dominion 11G 2-0 St. Croix 11G Academy NL  
  • U15 Boys: YMS 10B Premier United 1-1 Team Challenger FC B10 Black  
  • U16 Girls: HEX FC Dominion 09G 0-5 Rebel Elite 09 Black  
  • U17 Girls: WIUFC Elite 64 08G 4-1 Penn FC Youth 2008 F Black 
  • U18/19 Boys: Azzurri Storm Elite 64 07B 0-3 FC DELCO NAL ’06  
  • U18/19 Boys: HEX FC Dominion 06/07B 1-2 Ohio Galaxies FC Elite 64 06/07B 
  • U18/19 Girls: Cook Inlet SC Elite 64 06G 2-0 Penn FC Youth 2007 F Black 
  • U14 Girls: NWI Lions United 2011G Yellow (IN SC) (IN) 1 – 1 Hex FC Dominion 11G 
  • U15 Boys: 10 (15U) CVFC Wolfsburg (NC) (NC) 0 – 1 YMS 10B Premier United 
  • U16 Girls: Solar South 09G Naizer FDL (TX-N) (TXN) 3 – 2 HEX FC Dominion 09G  
  • U17 Girls: Penn FC Youth 2008 F Black 3 – 1 CDA Slammers Elite 64 08G (CA-S) (CAS) 
  • U18/19 Boys: FC DELCO NAL ’06 1 – 3 Alliance Fire 06/07B (IN) (IN) 
  • U18/19 Boys: KCL Academy 06/07 (KS) (KS) 0 – 1 HEX FC Dominion 06/07B 
  • U18/19 Girls: Penn FC Youth 2007 F Black 4 – 0 FW United Elite 64 06/07G (IN) (IN) 
  • U15 Boys: Tuzos Tucson Academy 10B E64 (AZ) (AZ) 3-3 PKs: 3-1 YMS 10B Premier United 
  • U18/19 Girls: Madison 56ers Elite 64 06/07G (WI) 0 – 0 PKs: 4 – 5 Penn FC Youth 2007 F Black 
  • U18/19 Girls: MI Rangers FC Elite 64 06/07G (MI) 2 – 3 Penn FC Youth 2007 F Black 

Penn FC Youth 2007 F Black Crowned National Champions 

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In a thrilling comeback on the final day of the 2025 US Youth Soccer National Championships, Penn FC Youth 2007 F Black captured the 19U Girls National Title and brought the championship home to Eastern Pennsylvania.  

Facing the defending national champions MI Rangers FC Elite 64 06/07G (MI), Penn FC fell behind 2-0 in the first half. The team responded with determination, scoring three goals late in the second half to earn a dramatic 3-2 victory and claim the Evelyn Gill/Kathy Zolad Cup, awarded to the 19U Girls National Champions.  

The win marked the end of a competitive journey that began at the state level, moved through Eastern Regional Championships, and culminated at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Orlando, Florida.  

Congratulations to the Penn FC Youth 2007 F Black on a remarkable achievement and a well-earned national championship.  

A full recap of Eastern Pennsylvania’s teams at the 2025 USYS National Championships will be available soon.  

Penn FC Youth 2007 Black to play in U19 Girls USYS National Championship Final

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Penn FC Youth 2007 Black is competing for the Evelyn Gill/Kathy Zolad Cup in the National Championship Final today at 10:30 AM, with the match airing live on ESPNU. The team earned its spot with a strong showing in group play, followed by an intense semifinal match. After a hard-fought game going into overtime, Penn FC clinched its place in the finals in a thrilling round of PKs. This appearance marks a major accomplishment for the team and a proud moment for Penn FC Youth. Tune in to ESPNU to cheer Eastern Pennsylvania on and bring home the gold!

Seven Eastern Pennsylvania Teams Head to USYS National Championships 

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Seven teams will represent Eastern Pennsylvania Youth Soccer at the 2025 US Youth Soccer National Championships in Orlando, Florida from July 23-28. These teams earned their place on the national stage through dominant runs at the state, regional, and league levels, and now they’ll face off against the best teams in the country in the most prestigious youth soccer championship.  

HEX FC Dominion 11G (14U Girls)  
HEX FC Dominion 11G, one of four National League qualifiers from Eastern Pennsylvania, reached the final of the 2025 State Cup and will look to carry that momentum into Nationals.  

YMS 10B Premier United (15U Boys)  
YMS 10B Premier United returns to Nationals for the second straight year, looking to build on its 2024 semifinal appearance. The 2025 State Cup champions and National League qualifiers were also State Cup finalists in 2023 and will look to continue their upward trajectory on the national stage. 

HEX FC Dominion 09G (16U Girls)  
HEX FC Dominion 09G, also National League qualifiers, were finalists in the 2025 State Cup and bring both momentum, grit, and consistency to the national tournament.  

Penn FC Youth 2008 F Black (17U Girls) 
Penn FC Youth 2008 F Black head to Orlando as both Eastern Regional Champions and 2025 State Cup finalists. The team’s consistent high-level performance this year makes them as a strong contender.  

FC DELCO NAL ’06 (18/19U Boys)  
FC DELCO NAL ‘06 completed a dominant run through three major competitions, winning the State Cup, Eastern Regionals, and the NAL National Championship. The last FC DELCO team to win the McGuire Cup, which celebrates its 90th anniversary this year, was in 2003.

HEX FC Dominion 06/07B (18/19U Boys)  
HEX FC Dominion is led by legendary coach Mike Gorni, who returns to Nationals after winning the McGuire Cup in 2019. Gorni’s resume includes five national titles, 42 state championships, and 26 years of experience with the Olympic Development Program. With his leadership, the National League qualifiers are a team to watch this week.  

Penn FC Youth 2007 F Black (18/19U Girls) 
Penn FC Youth 2007 F Black is having an historic season, capturing the 2025 State Cup and Eastern Regional titles. No girls U19 team from Eastern Pennsylvania has ever won a national championship, and only one U18 team has done so. This group has the potential to make history.

Eastern Pennsylvania Youth Soccer is proud to have these seven outstanding teams representing our state on the national stage. Each earned their place at Nationals through hard work and consistent excellence and now they’re ready to compete with the very best.