1. *City Soccer FC (NSL). Grew out of West Palm Beach, Fla., indoor program.
2. *Contra Costa FC (NPSL). Played first Golden Gate Conference season in 2021.
3. *Escondido FC (UPSL). Swept trio of Southern California foes 3-2, 3-2 and 3-1.
4. *Orlando FC Wolves (NSL). Advanced on South Carolina United Heat’s forfeit.
5. *San Fernando Valley FC (UPSL). Won 2021 SoCal North Division I title.
*First-time qualifier for Open Cup.
Note: The first six local qualifiers were decided in November. Coverage: @usopencup.

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