The Minnesota Soccer Association (MSA) is proud to be the official governing body for six affiliated adult leagues across the state. These partnerships ensure a consistent, governed, and structured soccer experience for thousands of players, from recreational to semi-professional levels.
Our affiliated leagues provide diverse playing opportunities based on geography, age, and competitive level:
Twin Cities Metro Area (Minneapolis/St. Paul)
The majority of our member leagues operate within the greater Minneapolis/St. Paul region, offering a wide array of adult competition:
- Minnesota Amateur Soccer League (MASL): Offers structured amateur league play.
- Minnesota Recreational Soccer League (MRSL): Focuses on recreational and social soccer experiences.
- Minnesota Women’s Soccer League (MWSL): Dedicated league supporting women’s adult soccer.
- Minnesota Senior Soccer League (MSSL): Provides playing opportunities tailored for older adult players.
Greater Minnesota
We are committed to supporting organized soccer beyond the metro area:
- Duluth Amateur Soccer League & Duluth Recreational Soccer League (DRSL) Provides structured league play based out of the Duluth area.
Tournaments
The MSA also supports high-level competition and development:
- MWSL Charity Tournament: For over a decade, this signature MWSL season-opener has brought the community together for a 7v7 tournament dedicated to supporting local charitable causes.
- MASL Minnesota Cup: For over 50 years, this signature MASL tradition has brought the community together for a premier tournament open to any adult men’s team across the MASL.
- MASL Wilson Cup: Named in honor of Minnesota Soccer Hall of Fame member Morgan Wilson, the Wilson Cup has brought the community together since 1996 for a premier tournament open to all adult men’s teams below the MASL 1st division.
- Ancient Ranger Tournament: Embracing the spirit of legacy and competition, this tournament has been cornerstone of the MSSL and Minnesota soccer calendar for decades.
- Minnesota Super Cup: A semi-professional tournament dedicated to high-level, Minnesota-based clubs seeking intense competitive play and advancement.
Together, these leagues form the strong backbone of officially sanctioned adult soccer in Minnesota. To learn more about specific registration details, seasons, and competitive levels, please visit the league websites linked above.