Rockford region hosts 2012 Puma Labor Day Cup at Sportscore Two Sept. 1-2

Online Staff Report

The Rockford Region will host the 2012 Puma Labor Day Cup Invitational this weekend, Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 1-2.

More than 100 teams from around the Midwest are expected to participate. The annual event brings 8,500 soccer players, coaches, families and fans to the region. The tournament produces approximately $202,500 for the local economy.

The Labor Day Cup features both boys’ and girls’ tournaments, including a girls’ college showcase event attended by college coaches.

Saturday’s activities include a DJ, bounce house for kids and the Ford Escape Skills Competition.

Hours are 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 1-2. The event will be at Sportscore Two, 8800 E. Riverside Blvd., Loves Park, Ill. Admission is free for spectators.

Visit www.rockfordraptors.org for a complete play schedule and results.

Posted Aug. 31, 2012