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Congratulations to the 2023 Target USA CUP Founders’ Award Winners!
Every year, Target USA CUP presents a Founders’ Award to individuals and organizations that have contributed greatly to the competition throughout the years. In 2023, we are very proud to announce the two winners of this special award; Toyo Aguirre and Centro...
Reminiscing on Last Night’s Opening Ceremonies
Last night's opening ceremonies was definitely one to remember. Thank you to all, players, coaches, referees, families and friends for attending the amazing event!
Annie Juergens: Founder of Speak Up at USA CUP
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KSLKmmqYjxo Speak Up at Target USA CUP is serving three main pillars around mental health - expanding awareness, increasing education, and connecting with community organizers. To build on this, the U.S. Center for Mental Health &...
Speak Up Spotlight: Thumbs Up
Content warning: The following story contains sensitive information about mental illness. Shannon Lee, of Thumbs Up, holding a photo of her Daughter Ashlyn. With over 1,200 teams attending our USA CUP tournament, it is crucial that we take this opportunity to show...
Photos: 2023 Target USA CUP Opening Ceremonies
There's nothing quite like Opening Ceremonies at Target USA CUP. Today was my third time covering Opening Ceremonies, and this one was by far my favorite. From the procession to the musical performance (Carly Rae Jepsen!), each moment was one I'll never forget. Check...
Photos: Was that a Parrot? My point of view as a USA CUP Photographer
Working the Opening Ceremonies at the Target USA CUP is always a blast, but this year there were a few surprises. Here is my perspective of the 2023 Opening Ceremonies, parrots and all.