Excellence in Shoe Repair

Since the late 1930s, the Silver Cup Contest has recognized excellence in shoe repair craftsmanship. SSIA's founders recognized that quality craftsmanship is at the core of success in the shoe repair industry and created this contest as a means to recognize it and promote it.

The next Silver Cup Contest will be held in 2023. Repairers from the United States and Canada will compete for the Robert DiRinaldo Grand Silver Cup.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Who can compete for the Robert DiRinaldo Grand Silver Cup?

A. Any owner or employee of an SSIA-member shoe repair shop in the United States and Canada except for previous Grand Silver Cup winners.

Q. Where can I find entry criteria for the Robert DiRinaldo Grand Silver Cup?

A. Click here to view the entry requirements for this competition.

Q. When is the entry deadlines?

A. Entries are due in SSIA’s office by March 31, 2023. All entry fees and membership dues must be paid by that time.

Q. Where do I ship my entry(ies)?

A. Ship Entries to:

SSIA Silver Cup Contest
Attn: Mitch Lebovic
20 Danada Square West #234
Wheaton, IL 60189

Q. How do I enter?

A. Click here to enter the Robert DiRinaldo Grand Silver Cup Contest.