Welcome to the
2025 U18 Football Canada Cup - U16 Eastern Challenge

U18 FCC - July 12 - 20

U16 EC - July 14 - 19
St. FX Stadium, Antigonish,
Nova Scotia

About the events

WHAT IS THE FOOTBALL CANADA CUP?

St. Francis Xavier University (StFX) in Antigonish will host the 2025 Under-18 Football Canada Cup from July 12 to 20, bringing together the top young football talent from across the country. This premier national championship features eight provincial teams—Nova Scotia (the host), Ontario (the defending champions), Quebec, Alberta, Saskatchewan, New Brunswick, Manitoba, and British Columbia—battling for gold.

As Football Canada’s marquee tournament, the U18 Canada Cup serves as a critical platform for player development and USports recruitment. It gives athletes a unique opportunity to represent their provinces, test their skills against the nation’s best, and showcase their abilities to scouts and coaches. The event also plays an important role in preparing players for higher levels of competition, including potential selection for national team programs.

WHAT IS THE Eastern Challenge?

St. Francis Xavier University (StFX) in Antigonish will host the Under-16 Eastern Challenge from July 14 to 19, 2025, bringing together top young football players from Eastern Canada to compete for regional supremacy.

This high-level, tournament-style event features four provincial teams—Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, and host Nova Scotia—battling for the Eastern Championship. As a key developmental milestone, the Eastern Challenge introduces athletes to elite competition and provides an opportunity to represent their province, showcase their talents, and test themselves against top players from neighboring regions.

The tournament plays an important role in player development, helping athletes and coaches prepare for future Football Canada Cup and potential selection to Football Canada’s national team programs.

U18 FCC SCHEDULE

MONDAY JULY 14

10 a.m. - STFX Stadium
Alberta vs Manitoba

1 p.m. - STFX Stadium
Saskatchewan vs New Brunswick

4 p.m. - STFX Stadium
Quebec vs British Columbia

7:30 p.m. - STFX Stadium
Ontario vs Nova Scotia

wednesday JULY 16

7 p.m. - STFX Stadium Ontario vs Nova Scotia

THURSDAY JULY 17

10 a.m - STFX Stadium
LG1 vs LG3

1 p.m. - STFX Stadium
WG 1 vs WG 3

4 p.m. - STFX Stadium
W/LG 2 vs W/LG 4

7:30 p.m. - STFX Stadium
W/LG 2 vs W/LG 4

Saturday JULY 19

3 p.m. - STFX Stadium (Bronze) LG1 vs LG2

7 p.m. - STFX Stadium (Gold) WG1 vs WG2

SUNDAY JULY 20

10 a.m - STFX Stadium
LG 5 vs LG 7/8

12 p.m. - STFXStadium
WG 5 vs WG 7/8

4 p.m. - STFX Stadium
LG 6 vs LG 7/8

7 p.m. - STFX Stadium
WG 7 vs WG 8

U16 EC SCHEDULE

3 p.m. - STFX Stadium Quebec vs New Brunswick

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Meet the U18 FCC Teams

Meet the U16 EC Teams

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  • 2 Eric Klemm

    3 Jesse Allison

    5 Callum Sampson

    8 Akeem Gray

    9 Thatcher Manuel

    11 Leo Mont

    12 Jacob McPherson

    14 Omyo Thomas

    16 Easton Walsh

    17 Tucker Potter

    18 Naeem Kelly

    20 Mohamed Maftah

    21 Leyton Beazley

    23 Avery Wilson

    24 Coltrane Hughes

    28 Breton George

    34 Alex Law

    38 Landon Felix

    40 Peter Smith

    43 Luke Bakhache

    44 Isiah States

    46 Mac Taylor

    53 Mac Sibley

    55 Camden Walsh

    59 Riley Mellen

    60 Ghaith Al Ajlouni

    61 Cameron Parks

    64 Lewis Lively

    65 Kai MacDonald

    66 Rudy Shang

    82 Sam Lovett

    84 Deaglan Nichol

    85 Brett Renner

    87 Jackson Koch

    88 Mack Clements

    89 Kamden Brooks

    90 Layten Kinsman

    91 Quin Kendziora

    92 Ryan Hickey

    98 Grayson Kendell

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Things To Do

Stay

From charming B&Bs to budget motels and seaside cottages.  We have everything to suit your needs. 

Shop

Whether you're visiting the Northumberland Shore region for their warm, sandy beaches, inviting farmers' markets or to visit any of the quaint communities that dots its coastline, be sure to check out local shops and galleries to catch a glimpse of the works inspired by this area.

Eat

Antigonish is home to a staggering array of eateries. With Stfx University bringing an international presence to the community each year, you’ll find food from around the world and on offer along with Nova Scotia home cooking.

Play

Looking to escape to nature? You’ve come to the right place. Antigonish abounds with hiking trails, dive sites, and kayak friendly waterways. Looking for something more relaxing? No problem! Take a stroll on one of the many beaches, enjoy a picnic in a provincial park, or just stop and enjoy the view. However you like to play, Antigonish has something for you!

See you IN ANTIGONISH!