2026 Golden Trout Cup — West Virginia’s Top 4v4 Youth Soccer Tournament
June 7, 2026 | Petersburg, WV
Kick off your summer at the 2026 Golden Trout Cup in Petersburg, WV — a fast, fun youth soccer tournament for U8–U16 boys and girls built for high involvement and tons of touches. Hosted by UnitedGoals USA, this event proudly supports the Raptors Soccer Foundation.
What to Expect at the 2026 4v4 Golden Trout Cup
Join us in Petersburg, West Virginia for a high-energy day of small-sided soccer at a premier local venue. Expect competitive matchups, a family-friendly atmosphere, and a well-run tournament experience designed for teams across WV and neighboring states.
Event overview
- Dates: June 7, 2026
- Location: Michael Brothers Field
- Petersburg, WV
- Cost: $200/Team
Format & Divisions
- 4v4 play (NO Goalies)
- 3+ guaranteed games (1 × 20-minute period)
- U8-U16 Divisions
- Separate Boys & Girls Brackets
- Capacity up to 72 total teams
- Divisions may fill quickly, which could cause other age groups to close early.
Awards
- Medals for the top two teams in each division
- Championship photo ops
- Teams featured in our post-event media recap
Why Play the Golden Trout Cup?
🏔️ Build West Virginia Soccer
This event supports the Raptors Soccer Foundation, helping expand soccer opportunities for rural youth across the Potomac Highlands.
🌞 Summer Kickoff Competition
Fast-paced small-sided games keep every player involved—an ideal one-day tune-up before summer schedules fill up.
🏞️ West Virginia Soccer Weekend
Bring your team to Petersburg for a fun, family-friendly day with strong competition and new opponents from across the region.
Facility Info
Michael Brothers Field – Petersburg, WV
- 861 Petersburg Gap Hwy, Petersburg, WV 26847
- 6+ 4v4 grass soccer fields (approx. 28 x 36 yards)
- On-site restrooms
- Concession stands and vendors
- Apparel available for sale
What to Bring
- Lawn chairs or portable seating
- Canopies and stakes
- Water and weather-appropriate gear
- Your game-day mindset
Become a Community Partner
This event proudly supports the Raptors Soccer Foundation, a West Virginia-based nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering rural youth in West Virginia’s Potomac Highlands through the game of soccer.
What Coaches Said About Past 4v4 Soccer Tournaments
Three straight years of 100% satisfaction ratings at our 4v4 youth soccer tournaments.
The Elites
“It was a great event!”
2025 4v4 Lyco Legends Cup & Kicks 4 Canines
DMV Youth Academy
“Excellent event. Timely response and well managed. Great opportunities for the players to showcase their talents!”
2025 4v4 Loudoun Legends Shootout
North Penn-Liberty
“Pre-event communication & day-of organization were top-notch. Colin & his team thought of everything – truly impressive!”
2025 4v4 Lyco Legends Cup
Frequently Asked Questions
Updated 1/8/2026
📝 How do I register my team?
How to Register A Team For An Event (Support Video)
- Head to the GotSport Registration Page
- Search for your team in the search box on the right-hand side of the screen
- Fill out the New Team info and click ‘Save‘
- Click ‘Continue’ with the team you are registering
- Complete the team registration form.
📝 How do my players register?
Once accepted, you’ll receive an email with a player registration link. Forward this link to your families and have each player register under your team name. Once submitted, players are auto-added to your roster.
📝 When will the schedule be released?
The schedule will be made and shared 7-10 days prior to the event, along with other information to help our participants enjoy the weekend!
📝 Are the event rules posted yet?
Read our standard 4v4 Tournament Rules here.
🔁 What’s the refund policy?
Teams that withdraw by April 1, 2025 at 5 PM EST will receive a 75% refund. After this date, no refunds are given. If the event is canceled due to weather or unforeseen issues, partial refunds may be offered after event expenses are covered.
Got Questions? Contact Us
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