The wait is finally over.
This Saturday, June 13, players and families from across the country will gather at COPA Soccer Training Center for SocceristaFest 2026, a one-of-a-kind event designed to celebrate, empower, and invest in the next generation of girls in soccer.
More than a soccer event, SocceristaFest is a space where athletes can learn from experts, connect with role models, explore brands that support the girls’ game, and spend a day surrounded by a community that believes in their potential.
Before diving into everything happening throughout the day, be sure to check out the official SocceristaFest event schedule below to map out your experience.
Event Day Reminders
To make sure you’re ready for a great day at SocceristaFest, here are a few important reminders:
Complete Your Waiver
Please make sure your event waiver is completed before arriving at COPA STC. If you are under 18 and without a signed waiver from a parent, you will NOT be allowed to use COPA’s technology.
No Cleats
COPA STC does NOT allow cleats on the technology surfaces. Please wear turf shoes or sneakers.
Rep Your Club
Want to show where you’re from? Feel free to wear your club jersey and represent your team throughout the day!
Support The Sports Bra Project
Bring any unused or lightly used sports bras to donate to The Sports Bra Project. Your donation can help provide access and opportunity for girls through sport, one sports bra at a time.
Double Your IDA Raffle Entries
Wear your IDA sneakers or Turf shoes to SocceristaFest for double raffle submissions and an extra chance to win a pair of NEW IDA cleats!
Most Importantly: Have Fun!
Meet new friends, ask questions, try something new, introduce yourself to speakers & college athletes, visit the activations, take photos, and most of all… enjoy every moment! Because today is all about YOU!
Learn From Leaders Across the Game
One of the most exciting parts of SocceristaFest is the opportunity to hear directly from experts and professionals who are helping shape the future of athlete development.
Tracy Joyner – Head Coach, University of Oregon Women’s Soccer
As the leader of a Division I program, Joyner brings invaluable insight into recruiting, player development, leadership, and what it takes to succeed at the collegiate level.
Erica Mulholland – Youth Speed & Strength Specialist
Erica helps athletes build the physical foundation needed to compete confidently, safely, and effectively through speed, strength, and athletic development training.
Leslie Bonci – Sports Nutrition Expert
With experience working alongside NFL and Division I athletes, Leslie will share practical strategies for fueling performance, recovery, and long-term health.
Asia Mape – 4x Emmy Award-Winning Sports Producer & Mindset Advocate
Asia’s unique perspective combines storytelling, confidence-building, and athlete empowerment, helping players and parents understand the power of mindset both on and off the field.
Emily Perrin – Mental Performance Coach & Founder of Perrin Wellness & Performance
Emily works with athletes to strengthen confidence, focus, resilience, and emotional regulation so they can perform at their best when it matters most.
In addition to our featured speakers, attendees will have opportunities throughout the day to connect with Division I athletes who have recently navigated the recruiting process and college soccer experience themselves.
Why COPA Soccer Training Center?
SocceristaFest is being held at COPA Soccer Training Center (STC), the Bay Area’s most premier soccer development facility.
At COPA STC, growth does not happen by accident. Using state-of-the-art technology, players receive real-time feedback, measurable insights, and training tools designed to help athletes improve at every stage of their journey.
The facility is home to the world-renowned COPA Cube and skills.lab Arena — the only ones of their kind in the United States and among the few in the world. Fast, interactive, and feedback-driven, these systems create a next-level environment unlike anything most young players have experienced.
Whether a player is taking their first touch or chasing dreams of playing at the highest level, COPA STC is built to help athletes grow. It is the perfect setting for an event centered on confidence, development, and possibility.
See you June 13!
SocceristaFest was created to celebrate the girls’ game and the incredible athletes who are helping shape its future.
Whether you’re dreaming of playing in college, looking to build confidence on and off the field, hoping to learn from experts, or simply wanting to spend a day surrounded by people who love the game as much as you do, SocceristaFest is for you!
Throughout the day, you’ll hear from leaders in coaching, performance, nutrition, and mental wellness. You’ll have opportunities to connect with fellow players, meet inspiring role models, explore interactive activations, and experience firsthand what is possible when the girls’ soccer community comes together.
Most importantly, we hope you leave with something that lasts far beyond June 13. Maybe it’s a new friendship, a piece of advice that changes your perspective, a renewed sense of confidence, or a bigger belief in what you’re capable of achieving.
We can’t wait to welcome you to COPA Soccer Training Center and spend the day together. See you on June 13!
Tickets are available now until 8:00 PM PST: https://girlssoccernetwork.com/soccerista-fest-2026-purchase-tickets/
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