There are many tournaments available during the year for teams to participate in. Here is a list of the main ones attended by IBU junior teams.

Eastbourne Pavillion

Another great early season tournament to get teams up to speed. This is a tournament attended by Wellington teams of all levels.

When Pre-season; late March

Grades U8 - U14 Mixed

Locations Williams Park, Bishop Park & Hutt Park

Contact eastbournefootballclub@gmail.com

Kapiti Coast United Easter Tournament

This is a great competitive early season tournament to get teams up to speed. Attended mostly by Wellington clubs.

When Easter; late March or April

Grades U10 - U15 Mixed

Location Mazengarb Park, Paraparaumu

More Information www.kcu.co.nz

Wynton Rufer

A mid season tournament hosted by the Stop Out Club

When Early season; May

Grades U7 - U11  Mixed

Location Hutt Park

More Information www.stopout.org.nz

Christchurch International Cup

A relatively new mid-season tournament. The facilities are world-class!

When Mid season - June/July

Grades U9 - U15 Mixed

Location Yaldhurst, Christchurch

More information www.internationalcup.co.nz

Western Suburbs

A good end of season tournament for all junior grades. They occasionally clash with Island Bay United junior prize giving.

When End of season - September

Grades U7- U12 Mixed

Location Endeavour Park, Whitby

More Information westernsuburbs.co.nz/tournament

Wellington United Extra Time

When: Post season; September

Grades U7-U10 Mixed plus Girls Only U8, U10, U12

Location Wakefield Park, Island Bay

More information www.wellingtonunited.org.nz/wellington-united-extra-time-tournament.html

Douglas Villa

An end of season tournament aimed at all junior grades.

When: Post season; September

Grades U8-U15 Mixed

Location Masterton

More Information sites.google.com/site/douglasvillafootball/junior-tournament

Taupo McCartney

This is the largest football tournament in New Zealand and a great way to end the season. Entries sell out quickly so you need to be on their mailing list to gain early bird access.

The level of football is high and games are spread over two days. Teams should have a qualified referee although some are provided for the older grades.

Given the time of year, take shelter and sunblock. Even better, rent a marquee and BBQ. Accomodation is always tight because it's a popular tournament so book early!

When Post season; October

Grades U10 - U15 Mixed; U10 plus Girls Only U12 & U14

Location Crown Park, Taupo

More Information www.facebook.com/TaupoAFCMcCartneyTournament/