2025/26 Season
What's New
More Games
10 regular season games, with a minimum of 6 played during 2 separate league events scheduled throughout the season. The remaining 2-4 local/regional out of event games will be scheduled with the teams per match at their convenience over the season.
Multiple Divisions & Finals
Larger age groups will be split into two divisions, with division winners competing in a final to determine the NPL Finals qualifier.
Dedicated Scheduling Support
A staff member will assist teams in scheduling local matches, create timelines for when games need to be completed, and providing additional resources to ensure smooth coordination and completion of required games. Brackets, match ups and event schedules will go public in August.
- Scheduling Form: Visit here
- For scheduling requests or assistance, please email scheduler@
juniorpremierleagueusa.com.
2025/2026 Event Schedule
Event 1 (U12-U14) - September 25
September 12-14, 2025
Dick’s Sporting Goods Park – Denver, CO
Following a successful event in October 2024, we are excited to return to Denver—this time in September to take advantage of Colorado’s beautiful early fall weather.
Event 2 (U12-U19) - November 25
November 14-16, 2025
Arizona Athletic Grounds – Mesa, AZ
AAG has been a fantastic venue for us, especially during a time when weather in our region can be unpredictable. Since acquiring this facility, AAG has continued to improve its amenities, making it an outstanding location for this all ages marquee event.
Event 3 (U15-U19) - January 26
January 16-18, 2026
Arizona Athletic Grounds – Mesa, AZ
As we aim to provide event dates that don’t clash with our member states High School seasons, we will be moving this older age group event up.
Again, AAG has been a fantastic venue for us, this weekend became available, and we were lucky enough to secure it.
US Club & JPL Key Dates
June 1, 2026: US Club/JPL
- Player and staff registration opens in for the 2026-27 season.
- Memberships/registrations may be purchased.
- Teams may request affiliation with a league / league admins may approve team affiliation requests.
- SafeSport Training may be completed for the 2026-27 season.
- Annual Staff Registration Acknowledgement may be completed for the 2026-27 season.
- Background screenings completed on or after this date will be valid through the 2026-27 season.
July 1, 2026: US Club/JPL
- First day of the 2026-27 season, meaning 2026-27 passcards and rosters are valid and may be used.
July 7-11, 2026: Girls NPL Finals
- Qualifiers & Important Info: Visit here
July 10-14, 2026: Boys NPL Finals
- Qualifiers & Important Info: Visit here
July 31, 2026: US Club/JPL
- Last day of 2025-26 season.
- 26/27 season team registration closes.
2025/2026 Season Fees
- $2,000 per team. JPL Mountain West NPL Registration
- $25.25 per player. US Club Soccer registration
- $500 one-time new club entry fee.
- Both teams split referee fees per game, these range from $96 - $176 depending on the age group.
Referee Fees
U12
$46 to referee and $25 to each assistant. Total $96. $48 per team.
U13
$60 to referee and $40 to each assistant. Total $140. $70 per team
U14, U15 & U16
$66 to referee and $40 to each assistant. Total $146. $73 per team.
U17 & U18/19
$76 to referee and $50 to each assistant. Total $176. $88 per team.
Referee fees to be paid per team, on the field prior to kick off.
It is the responsibility of the home team to ensure the referees are paid the correct fees.
Acceptable forms of payment would be cash – please ensure the correct amount is given as referees are not required to keep change, or Venmo app.