REGISTRATION WILL OPEN JUNE 1ST

Oct 10-11, 2026

The Player Pathway Cup
The Player Pathway Cup is a premier tournament that allows young athletes to showcase their growth and celebrate the culmination of their fall season. Hosted by PDF San Antonio the event provides an exciting, family-friendly atmosphere filled with quality competition, community, and lasting memories.

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Early Bird Registration: June 1 - September 7, 2026
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Registration Deadline: September 25, 2026
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Schedule Request Deadline: September 25, 2026
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Schedule Release Date: Friday, October 2, 2026
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Team Check-In Deadline: Wednesday, October 7, 2026
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Team Check-In Begins: September 21, 2026
Team Check-In Deadline: Wednesday, October 7, 2026
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All Coaching Staff Must Be Listed on the Match Card
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All Players Must Be Listed on the Match Card
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Roster & Player Eligibility Rules
Each team must comply with the following roster guidelines based on game format:
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Roster Size Limits
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4v4: Maximum of 8 players
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7v7: Maximum of 14 players
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9v9: Maximum of 16 players
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Player Participation
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Players are permitted to participate on up to two (2) teams during the tournament.
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Players may not be rostered or participate on two teams within the same division.
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Roster Requirements
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All players must be properly registered and listed on the official tournament roster.
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Teams must present a valid roster at check-in and prior to each match if requested.
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Only players listed on the official roster are eligible to participate.
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Additional Guidelines
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Guest players are allowed within the maximum roster limits.
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The tournament reserves the right to review and verify player eligibility at any time.
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Any violation of roster or player eligibility rules may result in forfeiture of matches or removal from the tournament.
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We are always looking for quality referees to be part of the Player Pathway Cup. Join us for a competitive, well-organized event focused on player development and a positive match environment.
The Player Pathway Cup
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Brackets will be formed based on the number of registered teams and competitive balance.
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Tournament format includes group play followed by advancement rounds (where applicable).
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All teams are guaranteed three (3) games; bracket structure and advancement may vary by division.
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Referee Format: 4v4 and 7v7 matches use 1 referee
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9v9 matches use a 3-referee system (1 Center + 2 ARs)
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Advancement Scenarios
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4 Teams: A1 vs A2 (Final)
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5 Teams: Round Robin Format
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6 Teams: Wildcard Crossover – WC #1 vs WC #2
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7 Teams: (2 Game Play-in), Wildcard Quarter Final, Semi-Final & Final
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8 Teams (2 Brackets): A1 vs B1 (Final)
