The Academy Finals Week will feature the top team from each Academy Conference in the U-15/16 and U-17/18 age groups. Teams will participate in a round-robin format and culminating with a placement game on the final day.

In addition to the Finals games, U.S. Soccer will provide educational programming for Academy players, coaches and administrators.

Travel expenses will be covered by the U.S. Soccer Federation for qualified teams.

In 2008, the Academy Finals will be held at The Home Depot Center in Carson, Calif.