U.S. Soccer will host the fifth annual ADAPTandTHRIVE Invitational, presented by Haleon, from May 18-24 at the Arthur M. Blank U.S. Soccer National Training Center. The joint training camps, which bring together the Federation’s five Disability National Teams as well as five distinct Disability Soccer Organizations, will be the first National Team camps held at the groundbreaking facility since its grand opening earlier this month.
Here’s everything you need to know about the 2026 ADAPTandTHRIVE Invitational:
What is the ADAPTandTHRIVE Invitational?
The ADAPTandTHRIVE program is a first-of-its-kind combination of soccer-based initiatives which aims to impact the disability community. When people hear the word “adapt,” they often think of a person with a disability, but in the context of U.S. Soccer’s Extended National Teams Department, the word "adapt" is meant for everyone – for people with and without disabilities. It’s about National Associations, partners, organizations, and society, in general, taking the opportunity to think differently, with inclusive mindsets, thereby creating opportunities for all to experience and "thrive" because of it.
The ADAPT𝘢𝘯𝘥THRIVE Invitational presented by Haleon brings together individuals from diverse soccer backgrounds and abilities to participate in a soccer event that celebrates inclusivity and promotes interaction and collaboration. The inaugural ADAPTandTHRIVE Invitational was held in January 2022 in Lakewood Ranch, Fla.
When is the 2026 ADAPTandTHRIVE Invitational?
The 2026 ADAPTandThrive Invitational will take place from May 18-24 with multiple training sessions, camps and matches taking place throughout the week.
Which National Teams are participating in the 2026 ADAPTandTHRIVE Invitational?
The Federation’s five Disability National Teams will participate in the Invitational with the U.S. Men’s Cerebral Palsy (CP) National Team competing in two international challenge matches against Scotland.
View each team’s roster for the Invitational here.
Will the CP MNT matches be streamed?
Yes, the CP MNT matches on May 21 and May 22 against Scotland will be streamed live via U.S. Soccer’s YouTube channel.
Which Disability Soccer Organizations are participating in the 2026 ADAPTandTHRIVE Invitational?
Five Disability Soccer Organizations will participate in the Invitational:
