MLK CUP

Welcome to the MLK CUP 

The MLK Cup is a 5v5 futsal tournament featuring teams of 4 players and a goalkeeper. It takes place over the Martin Luther King holiday weekend at DPR (DC Department of Parks and Recreation) facilities throughout the city, it has previously been held at Turkey Thicket, Edgewood and North Michigan Recreation Center locations. Participants are required to wear tennis shoes or indoor shoes on the court; cleats are not allowed as this is a futsal tournament. 

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COMMUNITY PLAY

The tournament consists of 3 games, each lasting 40 minutes. The top 2 teams will advance to the finals, which will take place on the last day of the tournament (usually Sunday). The finalists will receive recognition for their achievements. 

The MLK Cup is brought to you by DC Eleven Football Club in collaboration with DC Department of Parks and Recreation. It serves as a friendly yet competitive atmosphere as players return from holidays and prepare for winter practices and leagues. It brings the community together in facilitating a warm and peaceful environment for athletes and their families to compete with neighbors and get acquainted with one another.  

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DPR

DPR is a key stakeholder in the MLK cup, displaying its state-of-the-art facilities and promoting healthy living in the city. We encourage participants (specifically DC residents) to inquire about year-round DPR programming at locations throughout the city. DPR staff will be onsite to help you better understand DPR programming. You may also visit this link to learn more: https://dprprograms.com. 

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CONTACT

For any inquiries not covered here, you can contact the organizers via email at support@dcxiproject.com or by texting/calling 202.505.7530. 

Details 

• 2025 Dates: January 18 to 20, 2025 

• Format 5v5, 4 players and a goalkeeper.  

• Locations: Washington, DC; DPR facilities.

• Age groups:

• U8,

• U10,

• U12,

• U14,

• High School 

• Kickoff Times: (Please refer to schedule) 

• Cost per team: $225 early bird, $275 regular, $300 late registration 

Game Play 

• 3 games 

• 40 mins 

• One center ref 

• Finals will be played, by top 2 teams 

• Finalists will be recognized and awarded. 

Important Dates

• Registration Open: October 7

• Late Registration: December 1

• Registration Closed: December 16 (12PM)

• Schedule release: January 6

• Kickoff: January 18

Rules

• Cup Rules