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!
