 Dewar Challenge Cup | |
| Tournament details | |
|---|---|
| Country |  USA |
| Defending champions | Philadelphia Ukrainian Nationals |
| Final positions | |
| Champions | New York Hungaria (1st title) |
| Runner-up | San Francisco Scots |
| 1963 CONCACAF Champions' Cup | New York Hungaria |
The 1962 National Challenge Cup was the 49th edition of the USSFA's annual open soccer championship.
New York Hungaria  | 3–0 |  San Francisco Scots |
|---|---|---|
Andy Mate  Steve Karsey |
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