U11-U19 Boys and Girls
Pride of the Rockies Classic & Showcase
August 1-3, 2025
This soccer tournament and showcase will be played on the pristine fields of the United States Air Force Academy. As a “tune up” for the fall season and new soccer year, you will have the opportunity to evaluate players, play new teams, and visit one of the most beautiful cities in the country.
Hotel Information:
To come…
Important Reminders:
No dogs are allowed at the Air Force Academy
No use of tobacco products or alcohol products will be permitted on USAFA grounds.
All participants and coaches must enter through the NORTH GATE.
Details
About Pride of the Rockies Classic & Showcase
It is with great excitement that we announce that we will be hosting the Pride Of The Rockies tournament in 2025. We appreciate your support and look forward to a tremendous showcase event in 2025. Please join us August 1-3, 2025 at the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
Pride of the Rockies is a part of the Rocky Mountain State Games – Colorado’s largest multi-sport festival for athletes of all ages and athletic abilities, including those with physical disabilities or visual impairment.
Dates
August 1-3, 2025
Game Schedule
Location & Directions
Hosting Complex: United States Air Force Academy
All tournament participants and coaches must enter through the NORTH GATE.
The North Gate is located off I-25 at North Gate Blvd, Exit 156. Please note: The North Gate is only open from 5:00 am to 10:00 pm daily.
No dogs are allowed at the Air Force Academy
No use of tobacco products or alcohol products will be permitted on USAFA grounds.
The Academy is located 60 miles south of Denver, and is 10 miles northwest of downtown Colorado Springs. Approach Colorado Springs via I-25 from either north or south, and take exit 156 (North Gate) or 150 (South Gate) to enter the Academy. North gate entry point is open from 5:00 am-10:00 pm. The south gate entry point is open 24/7. The Academy is located between I-25 and the mountains.
Ensure everyone who is eligible, has a DoD ID card. COVID-19 guidelines are subject to change due to federal, state and local situations and currently anyone entering the installation needs to have a DoD ID card if eligible.
Tournament Divisions
U11-U19 Girls Competitive
U11-U14 Boys Competitive
Registration
To register, go to… https://system.gotsport.com/event_regs/a8dc05436b
Registration deadline – July 10, 2025
Late registration will only be considered on a space available basis.
We are asking for all teams registering to identify their current playing level. Teams will be placed into the flights of competition by the tournament committee. Please provide sufficient information in the “Team History” section of the application of the on-line registrations system to help allow for correct placement. Also provide any possible coaching conflicts and scheduling conflicts.
Once posted all schedules are final. Major concerns that may prevent a team’s participation can be addressed via email.
Entry Fees
U11-U14: $825
U15-U19 Showcase: $975
Please make checks to: Pride Soccer Club POTR
5955 Lehman Dr. Colorado Springs, CO 80918
Please include your registration number on your check.
Payments must be received within 72 hours of acceptance.
No refunds will be given after acceptance.
Eligibility
USYSA and CSA Advanced League and Competitive teams. Each team is allowed guest players who must be listed on the “Guest Player” from. Please see rules for the number of guest players allowed.
No player will be allowed to play on more than one team in this event.
Each team is guaranteed a minimum of 3 games with flight winners (and wild card winners when appropriate) advancing to the playoff rounds. Some fights will not have playoffs and will be determined by points earned during pool play.
Teams are required to participate in all scheduled matches and adhere to tournament Code of Conduct.
Inclement Weather
The tournament committee has the authority to make any changes deemed necessary including delaying games, shortening match length, or other changes it sees fit to determine match winners and advancement.
Common Questions
How does my team check in?
Online Check in instructions:
To check in your team, submit roster (if not already submitted) by following instructions below:
Login to your team account. (system.gotsport.com)
Go to Team Management, click on Teams, Click your team name, select Pride of the Rockies, click on Team Registrations and on the far right, select the blue “Rosters” tab and submit “Current Team Roster”.
E-mail code of conduct, team information sheet, and guest player form to mmorris@pridesoccer.com.
ALL TEAMS MUST CHECK IN ONLINE
Will there be awards?
Awards will be awarded to Champions and Finalists of each division.
What colleges attended last year?
Colleges attended last year: CSU Pueblo, Colorado College, New Mexico Highlands University, UCCS, Nebraska Wesleyan
Rules
Tournament Documents Needed
Referee Information
What attractions are in Colorado Springs?
Tournament Takes Place In Olympic City USA
With the city located at the base of the Rocky Mountains, and its many trails and parks, Colorado Springs is a popular destination for tourists seeking scenery, rock formations and other unique geological features, like Pikes Peak, Garden of the Gods Park, The Broadmoor Seven Falls, and Cave Of The Winds Mountain Park.
Colorado Springs is also home to a variety of cultural, educational, and historical attractions including the Cheyenne Mountain Heritage Center, the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center, the Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum, the American Numismatic Association Money Museum, Peterson Air and Space Museum, and the United States Air Force Academy.
Colorado Springs is home to the Colorado Springs Olympic Training Center and the headquarters of the United States Olympic Committee. In addition, a number of United States national federations for individual Olympic sports have their headquarters in Colorado Springs.
Discover Colorado Springs: https://youtu.be/RcB9seN9JfI
Is this part of the Rocky Mountain State Games?
Yes. Pride of the Rockies is a part of the Rocky Mountain State Games – Colorado’s largest multi-sport festival for athletes of all ages and athletic abilities, including those with physical disabilities or visual impairment. RockyMountainStateGames.org
Contact Us
If you have any questions, please send us an email or give us a call.
The Ultimate Colorado Soccer Tournament Experience
Join us at the base of the Rockies in our beautiful city, Colorado Springs, for a tournament your players won’t forget. Where great competition meets a professional experience.
