We are very excited that Grove Challengers Summer Tournament is back on the 5th and 6th July 2025, bigger and better than ever with over 280 teams planned across the two days.
Team entry is £40 per team and entry is only confirmed once payment has been made, through transfer to the club bank account, details of which are found on the invoice you will receive by email when you register.
No Academy or JPL teams allowed although JPL players can play as long as they are registered as part of a OYFL or equivalent team. Maximum 8 players per team for all age groups, with up to 2 guest players per team. U6 to U8 are 5-a-side with up to 3 subs, and U9 to U16 are 6-a-side with up to 2 subs.
Age groups are based on the 2024/25 season and the tournament schedule is:
- Saturday 5th July AM
- Under 7s
- Under 11s
- Under 15s
- Saturday 5th July PM
- Under 9s
- Under 13s
- Under 17s
- Sunday 6th July AM
- Under 8s
- Under 10s
- Under 14s
- Sunday 6th July PM
- Under 6s
- Under 12s
- Under 16s
The first game in the AM sessions kicks off at 9 AM through to the finals at 12.45pm.
The first game in the PM sessions kicks off at 1.30 PM through to the finals at 5.15pm.
Tournament address: Please use OX12 9YH for the postcode to parking, not the club postcode, as there will be no access via Cane Lane. A map to parking, as well as detailed directions can be found here. Dogs are allowed on the recreation ground on leads only but please be mindful of the limited space and the large crowds that will be present.
If you have any further questions, please contact gcfc.register@gmail.com.