As the governing body of amateur soccer in the state of Maryland, the MSSA mission is to promote and foster soccer in the state. The bottom line is that we provide opportunities for adults to continue playing the game they love. There is no reason to quit after your adolescent years. That is why our motto is Still Getting Our Kicks.
Cups give member clubs the opportunity to compete for state, regional and national titles.
State champions advance to regional play and regional champions advance to the national championship. I n addition to national competitions, the MSSA sponsors its own state competitions . We also hold the Champion's Cup, which assembles the champions of the various league competitions for a special tournament. The MSSA also tries to holds special tournament for its members during the summer, such as 7-aside tournaments. With the responsibility of the oversight and development of referees statewide, the MSSA, through its Referee Committee, holds training, clinics and assessments for beginning and experienced referees.