About Us

Welcome to the Santa Cruz Beach Soccer Championships – the best sand soccer tournament in Northern California! Originating on the beautiful beaches of Brazil, beach soccer has quickly become an international phenomenon. The passion and excitement felt throughout the world will explode on the beaches every first weekend of June in Santa Cruz, California. Teams of all ages and levels will bring their enthusiasm to the fields in what promises to be an awesome display of sport. The tournament is located in front of the world-famous Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. The invigorating ocean waters will temper the heat of the games, while the roars of the crowds fuse with the roars of the rides.

As a player, you will be challenged by the fast-paced, unpredictability of the game. As a spectator, you will be thrilled by the talent of the players and share in the zeal of the game. As a community, you will be inspired by the lively, sociable experiences shared by the diverse mix of people that will make this beach soccer tournament such a success.

Santa Cruz Beach Soccer Championships
Philip Scicluna, Director