The United Soccer Coaches Convention is about more than education—it’s about the people you meet along the way. From social gatherings and networking opportunities to memorable meal functions, there are plenty of ways to step away from the classroom, connect with fellow coaches, and make the most of your time in Kansas City.
Whether you’re catching up with longtime friends, meeting coaches from across the country, or building connections that last well beyond Convention, these events are an important part of the experience. Come for the conversations, stay for the food and drinks, and leave with new ideas, new relationships, and memories from your time at Convention.
Explore the lineup of social and meal functions below and find the events you want to add to your Convention experience.
You can add meal functions to your registration at any time by selecting them during registration or modifying your existing registration.
2027 Schedule of Events
Meal Functions
Additional ticket required for all meal functions. You can add meal functions to your registration at any time by selecting them during registration or modifying your existing registration.
High School Coaches Breakfast
Friday, Jan. 22 | 7:30 AM – 9:30 AM central.
Marriott, Basie Ballroom – ticket includes a hot breakfast buffet prior to show. Show begins promptly at 8:00 am.
Join fellow high school and youth coaches to make quality connections and build a supportive network. Awards are given to recognize exceptional achievement at this can’t-miss breakfast gathering.
United Soccer Coaches Awards Ceremony
Friday, Jan. 22 | 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM central.
Marriott, Basie Ballroom – ticket includes heavy hors d’oeuvres prior to show. Show begins promptly at 7:00 pm.
The United Soccer Coaches Awards Banquet is a premiere event at the Convention dedicated to celebrating excellence in coaching. Award recipients are honored for their legendary contributions to the association.
Coaches of Women’s Soccer Breakfast
Saturday, Jan. 23 | 7:30 AM – 9:30 AM central.
Marriott, Basie Ballroom – ticket includes a hot breakfast buffet prior to show. Show begins promptly at 8:00 am.
If you are a female coach or you coach women and girls, you’ll love meeting and reuniting with your peers in this vibrant and supportive environment. The best of the best in women’s soccer are honored for their accomplishments and dedicated service.
United Soccer Coaches All-America Ceremony and Reception
Saturday, Jan. 23 | Ceremony 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM central.
Convention Center Ballroom
Saturday, Jan. 23 | Reception 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM central.
Loews, City Beautiful Ballroom
This is where the best and brightest stars in soccer from throughout the country are recognized. Student players in youth, high school, and college soccer are invited to be honored for their accomplishments throughout the year.
Coaches Community Socials
Join our Coaches Community and connect with fellow coaches, administrators, and soccer professionals. No additional ticket is required for Coaches Community Socials.
API Coaches Community: Thursday, January 21 12:00 PM | Marriott, East Tower, Truman A
Black Coaches Community: Thursday, January 21 9:30 PM | Loews, City Beautiful Ballroom E
Disabilities Allies Coaches Community: Saturday, January 23. 11:30 AM | Loews, Sea Horse
Faith-Based Coaches Community: Thursday, January 21 8:00 PM | Marriott, East Tower, Truman B
High School Coaches Community: Thursday, January 21. 5:30 PM | Marriott, East Tower, Truman B
Latino Coaches Community: Thursday, January 21. 5:00 PM | Marriott, Count Basie Ballroom
LGBTQ+ & Allies Coaches Community: Saturday, January 23. 1:00 PM | Loews Sea Horse
Native American Coaches Community: Friday, January 22. 2:30 PM | Loews Leadership
Veterans, Active Military & Affiliates Coaches Community: Friday, January 22. 8:30 PM | Loews Leadership
Women Coaches Community: Thursday, January 21. 9:00 PM | Loews City Beautiful Ballroom D