For sponsorship reasons, the official name of the competition is Krombacher-Pokal.

[1] The record winners of the competition are Hansa Rostock with nine titles to their name.

The competition is open for all member clubs of the Mecklenburg-Vorpommern State FA playing in the 3.

Additionally, the regional cup winners of the previous season are also qualified.

In case of a draw after regular time, extra time is played and, if this remains inconclusive, the game is decided by a penalty shoot-out.