The 2025 National Championships concluded over Thanksgiving weekend, and Ontario teams once again made a powerful statement on the national stage. From youth to masters divisions, clubs from across the province showcased their talent, teamwork, and determination, earning multiple medals and national titles.
Held in Kamloops, BC and Charlottetown, PEI for youth divisions, and across other host cities for senior and masters competitions, this year’s event marked another milestone in Canada Soccer’s commitment to growing the game nationwide.
See highlights from Ontario’s performances below:
Men's Challenge Trophy - silver medalists
Gloucester Celtic FC added another chapter to their storied history reaching the final once again, earning a silver medal. Competing Despite a hard-fought match, they fell just short of the title, but their performance reaffirmed their status as one of Ontario’s premier men’s teams.
Caledon United FC delivered a strong campaign, going undefeated in group play. However, they fell short in the third-place match, losing 6–2 to Victoria Gorge FC and finishing in fourth place. Despite the final result, their balanced attack and defensive discipline throughout the tournament showcased their quality and determination.
Banat FC showed resilience throughout the tournament, bouncing back from early group stage challenges to finish on a high note. They secured fifth place with a 2-0 win over St. John’s SC in their final match, demonstrating growth and determination across the week-long competition.
Cherry Beach SC opened the tournament with a strong win and advanced to the semifinals after a penalty shootout victory in the quarterfinals. They battled hard in a 3-3 semifinal draw and closed out the tournament with a 1-1 result in the third-place match, finishing fourth overall in the U17 Boys division.
Girls U17 Cup - gold medalists
Glen Shields Juventus FC powered through the U17 Girls division with dominant wins, including a 6-0 quarterfinal and a 5-0 semifinal victory. They clinched the national title with a thrilling 3-2 win over PEI FC Charlottetown in the final, earning Ontario another youth championship.
boys U15 Cup - gold medalists
Milton Magic FC Blue dominated the U15 Boys division, going undefeated through group play and knockout rounds. They sealed the national title with a 1-0 win over Saguenay Lac St-Jean in the final, capping off a stellar tournament run.
girls U15 Cup - Bronze medalists
Hamilton United had a strong showing in the U15 Girls division, winning all three group matches and advancing to the semifinals. After a tough loss, they bounced back with a 2-1 win over Okanagan FC in the third-place match to secure the bronze medal.
Vaughan Sons of CI represented Ontario in the Men’s Masters division, earning a win over City of Lakes Blue Lobster FC and competing in a tough group against strong opponents. Their participation highlighted Ontario’s presence across all levels of the National Championships.
women's masters championship -
Bronze medalists
Burlington SC opened the tournament with dominant wins and advanced to the semifinals in the Women’s Masters division. After a narrow loss, they bounced back with a 3-1 victory over Edmonton Drillers SC in the third-place match to secure the bronze medal.
Ontario’s teams brought home two national titles, one silver medal, and two bronze medals from the 2025 National Championships, highlighting the depth of talent and commitment across the province. From youth to masters divisions, Ontario clubs demonstrated excellence, resilience, and pride on the national stage. Congratulations to all the players, coaches, and supporters who made this year’s tournament unforgettable.
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