kapsliga

The kapsliga is an international professional league for kaps, a team sport played on a smooth rectangular surface. The game centers on teams competing to move small plastic caps into opposing goals using passes and strategic positioning. The league organizes a system of national divisions that feed into an international championship, and it operates primarily in the spring and summer months.

Origins of the kapsliga trace to informal playground and club competitions in northern Europe during the late 1990s. The sport’s formal competition structure was established by the International kapsliga Council (IKC) in 2002, which administers rules, equipment standards, player eligibility, disciplinary procedures, and the licensing of clubs and referees.

Most seasons feature a double round-robin regular season followed by a knockout stage. Teams typically play home and away matches; points are awarded for wins and draws, with tiebreakers including head-to-head results and goal difference. The playoffs culminate in a final match at a neutral venue, with the champion earning the kapsliga title and a place in the following season’s international tournament.

The kapsliga has clubs across several countries and has expanded to include a women’s division and youth development leagues. In recent years media coverage and streaming have increased, helping attract sponsorship and fan engagement. The league emphasizes player development, community participation, and fair play, serving as a platform for regional talent to reach international competition while promoting healthy sport and cross-border exchange.