Register for Flower Cup '26 - Now OPEN!
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Date: August 1st, 2026
Location:
Rochester Sports Garden
1460 E Henrietta Rd, Rochester, NY 14623
Phone: (585) 427-2240
Every paid-in-full registration includes:
Team Jerseys provided at day of event
Voucher for 1 FREE Pizza Pie & 1 FREE Beer Pitcher
6v6 field play (including goalie). Roster size max of 10 players. Ages +16 to participate (Under 18 require parental waiver). Coed allowed but not mandated.
2 fields playing simultaneously.
10 teams total. 2 Groups (Group A & Group B). Each group has 5 teams.
4 guaranteed Group Stage matches. Each team plays each other once.
15 minutes Group games, no halves.
3 minute rotation between Group games.
Top 4 of each group are seeded into the quarterfinal placement. Bottom team of each group is eliminated.
30 minutes Knockout games with a 1 minute half-time break at the 15 minute mark.
3 minute rotation between Knockout games.
Quarterfinal winners advance to the semi-finals.
Semifinal winners advance to Championship.
Championship winner takes all: Trophy, Medals and Cash Prize. No prizes for second or third places.
Golden Boot will be awarded to the top goal scorer.
Golden Glove will be awarded to the best goalkeeper.
Cash Prize is $2,000
Standings
Games will be scored as follow:
3 points for a win
1 point for a tie
0 points for a loss
Ties in standings between teams will be broken by:
head to head results between tied teams
goal difference
most goals scored
least goals allowed
coin flip
A forfeit will be entered as a score of 3-0.
For the full list of our tournament rules, click the Official Rules button below. Some rules may vary (See TOURNAMENT RULE UPDATES below).
🌸⚽️ Important Flower Cup Tournament Rule Updates
Please see the adjustments below:
🔹 Modified Rules:
Team Uniform and Equipment
No cleats. Must wear turf shoes or flats.
Game Duration
Group stage games will be 15-minute games, no halves.
Knockout rounds will 30-minute games, with a 1-minute halftime break at the 15-minute mark.
Throw In
There will be no throw-ins. Once the ball touches the side nets above the walls, touches the ceiling, overhead lights or fans, or the ball leaves the enclosed field, it is considered out of bounds. The ball must be placed on the dotted white line alongside the sides and treated as an indirect kick.
Substitutions
Due to space constraints, the player does not need to leave their side box to stand on the sideline-center field for a substitution change. Substitutions can be made on the fly and does not require the ball play to stop.
Offside
There will be no offside rule.
Overtime
No overtime for Group Stage matches.
Overtime is played only for Knockout rounds.
Hydration Breaks
Due to game durations being only 15 minutes long for group stage matches or 15 minute halves for knockout rounds, no hydration breaks will be given at the midpoints (7 ½ minutes) unless the heat index is above 80 and requested by both teams prior to the match.
Spectators are free! Event is open to the public.
$500 team entry fee.
Our Registration includes Entrance Fees that You must fulfill to participate in the tournament. A 50% deposit of $250.00 is required upon Registration which payment methods may vary. Deposits are not refundable after the registration deadline. The full 100% Entrance Fee must be paid either at time of Registration or up to the registration deadline. Any Entrance Fee received after the deadline may not be accepted and We reserve the right to cancel Your Registration.
You are required to complete a single Registration for Your team. The Registration will include policies You have to read and agree for Your team to participate in Our Promotion (such as terms and conditions, disclaimers, waivers, etc.). Failure to agree any policy may result in Us denying Your Registration. You will receive a confirmation email at the email address You used upon completing Your Registration.
For additional Registration and Entrance Fees details, click the Official Rules button below.
For additional info related to Return And Refund, click the Policies button below.
If You have any questions, You can contact Us:
By email: btsathleticsny@gmail.com
By visiting this page on Our website: https://www.btsathleticsny.com/contact
Or reach out directly to Juan Salguero via text at 845-536-7181.
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To ensure families have a blast at our event, we're creating a dedicated time slot for kids and spectators during our half-time! Half time will occur after the Group Stage matches but before the Quarterfinals. Check below our half-time events!
Soccer Shots is sponsoring this event by providing a fun half-hour coaching session with the kids! This will give parents a little break away from their little ones, get a sneak peak into Soccer Shots' curriculum, meet some of the coaches, and have a chance to sign up for upcoming session!
Limited spacing. Make sure you secure your child's spot early before it's too late!
[ SOCCER SHOTS REGISTRATION OPENING SOON ]
At the registration desk, we will be handing spectators raffle tickets for a chance to compete in our skills challenge and win a prize. Some examples are: precision dribbling, speed dribbling, accuracy shots, power shots, target passing, longest juggle, and more! We will announce the skills challenge during the event, prizes can vary. Make sure everyone brings their A-game!
ATM machine available in the venue.
Here are the incredible sponsors who are making our Flower Cup event possible! We truly appreciate their support and partnership. If you are interested in our available sponsorship opportunities, we'd love to work with you.
We are thrilled to have Rochester Sports Garden as a cornerstone sponsor for the BTS Athletics Flower Cup Tournament, exemplifying their unwavering support for our local sports community. Their premier venue to host our event creates a superior experience for athletes allowing us to achieve enjoyment, fulfillment, and friendly competition.
Additionally, we are excited to have Overtime Eats & Drinks as the exclusive food and beverage provider during the tournament. This partnership brings delicious offerings to our athletes and spectators. With the monitors in the seating area streaming LiveBarn games from both fields, families can stay connected to the action at all times while enjoying refreshments from Overtime Eats & Drinks.
We are deeply grateful to Rochester Sports Garden and Overtime Eats & Drinks for their dedication to fostering a vibrant local sports community and supporting BTS Athletics in delivering an exceptional tournament experience.
TurnTable, featuring DJ Buju Wonton, will provide live music throughout the event. TurnTable is Rochester’s only classic hip hop and R&B listening lounge, the ultimate destination for lovers and friends. This entertainment element will enrich the ambiance for our spectators and athletes alike, ensuring a fun and memorable experience.
Soccer Shots is sponsoring this event by providing a fun half-hour coaching session with the kids! This will give parents a little break away from their little ones, get a sneak peak into Soccer Shots' curriculum, meet some of the coaches, and have a chance to sign up for upcoming session!
We are proud to welcome Liquori Fit Training as part of our health and wellness initiative. With a focus on promoting athlete care, Matt Liquori will be on-site to facilitate a dedicated space where athletes can stretch, warm up, and cool down between games. Using non-mechanical stretching equipment such as bands, our trainer will help athletes optimize their performance and recovery. This space will enhance the athlete experience and create an opportunity for our trainer to work alongside Rochester's athletes.
Our SPonsors