Last updated : Tuesday, 04 March 2025
The Worthing Town FC Football Festival is one of the most anticipated youth football events in the region, drawing teams from across the area for days of competition and camaraderie. For 2025, the festival will feature age groups including Under 15s and Under 16s on Saturday, May 10th, with the Under 15 category playing 7v7 format (boys) alongside the Under 16s competition.
Building on the success of previous tournaments, which completely sold out in 2024, the Football Festival continues to be a highlight in Worthing Town FC's annual calendar. The 2024 event ran on Sunday, May 19th and from Saturday, May 25th through Monday, May 27th, providing a benchmark for what participants can expect in the upcoming 2025 edition.
Registration for the 2025 Football Festival is currently open with an entry fee of £50.00 per team. The event will also include younger age groups, with Under 6 Mixed, Under 7 Mixed, Under 9 Boys, and Under 11 Boys categories scheduled for Saturday, May 24th, making it a comprehensive celebration of youth football for multiple age ranges.
History
The Worthing Town FC Football Festival was established in 1999 as the vision of Worthing Town FC chairman Barry. This annual celebration of youth football has since become a tradition in the local sporting calendar.
From its humble beginnings, the festival has expanded to accommodate various age groups and become increasingly popular with youth teams across the region. The event now spans multiple days, showcasing the club's commitment to youth football development.
In recent years, the festival has been typically held in May, with the 2024 event taking place on Sunday 19th May and from Saturday 25th to Monday 27th May. The popularity of the tournament has grown steadily, with the 2024 festival reaching full capacity.
For 2025, Worthing Town FC plans to host their annual Football Festival on Saturday 10th May. The event will feature competitions for different age groups:
- Under 6s to Under 14s
- Under 15s to Under 16s
The festival has attracted significant attention over the years, as evidenced by its online presence and visitor count. It serves as both a competitive outlet for young players and a community gathering that celebrates grassroots football.
Age Groups and Divisions
Worthing Town FC Football Festival caters to multiple age groups, offering competitive opportunities for young players across various divisions. The festival primarily focuses on youth football, covering age groups from Under 6s to Under 14s.
For the younger participants, the festival organizes separate groups within each age category. For example, Under 7s are divided into Group A and Group B, while Under 8s compete in Group A.
The festival also features dedicated divisions for girls' football. The Under 12s Girls compete in their own Group A, showcasing Worthing Town FC's commitment to developing female talent in the sport.
The 2025 Football Festival continues this tradition of inclusive competition across these age groups. This structure allows teams to compete against others of similar skill and development levels.
Age groups included in the festival are:
- Under 6s
- Under 7s
- Under 8s
- Under 9s
- Under 10s
- Under 11s
- Under 12s
- Under 13s
- Under 14s
The tournament follows a round-robin format, where each team plays multiple matches against others in their specific age group. This provides young players with valuable competitive experience in a structured environment.
Committee/Staff/Contacts
Worthing Town FC is managed by a small group of dedicated volunteers who form the committee. These individuals work tirelessly to ensure the smooth operation of the club and its events, including the upcoming Football Festival 2025.
For general inquiries about the Football Festival, contact the club directly through their official channels. The committee welcomes all help and encourages interested individuals to reach out to any committee member.
For specific programs like the Wildcats sessions (Wednesdays, 5:30pm-6:30pm), email wildcats@worthingtownfc.com. These sessions cost £2 each and provide excellent opportunities for youth participation.
While specific committee members aren't listed in the available information, the club maintains open communication channels for anyone interested in volunteering or participating in club activities.
The club values community involvement and is always looking for additional volunteers to join their dedicated team. Your support helps make events like the Football Festival possible.
For those interested in helping with the Football Festival 2025 specifically, reaching out to any current committee member is encouraged. Extra hands are always welcome in this community-focused organization.
Teams
Worthing Town FC's Football Festival attracts a diverse range of youth teams from across the region. The 2025 festival will feature age groups from Under 6s to Under 14s, continuing the tradition of their popular annual event.
For the 2024 festival, participating teams included Angmering Youth in the Under 6 category, who competed against Worthing Town Youth. This demonstrates the local competitive nature of the tournament.
The 2025 Football Festival has specific days allocated for different age groups. Under 6 Mixed, Under 7 Mixed, and Under 9 Boys teams are scheduled to compete on Saturday, May 24th, 2025.
Registration for teams costs £50.00 per team entry. This fee secures a spot in the appropriate age group competition within the festival structure.
Teams should note that the 2024 Football Festival was completely sold out, suggesting high demand for participation. Early registration for the 2025 event is advisable for teams hoping to secure their place.
The festival organization includes a clear schedule of fixtures, allowing teams to plan their participation effectively. Results from previous festivals are tracked and recorded to maintain competitive integrity.
Both boys' and mixed teams are accommodated in the festival structure, providing inclusive opportunities for youth football development across various age categories.
Players
The Worthing Town FC Football Festival attracts a diverse range of young players across multiple age groups. According to the 2025 festival information, participants will include mixed teams for Under 6s and Under 7s, along with boys' teams for Under 9s and Under 11s on Saturday, May 24th.
The festival expands to include older age groups as well, with Under 15s and Under 16s boys participating in 7v7 format competitions on Saturday, May 10th. This provides opportunities for player development across different age ranges.
Players receive recognition for outstanding performance during matches. For example, Oscar from the Under 9 Black team was recently awarded Player of the Match, highlighting the festival's emphasis on celebrating individual achievement.
Each team format is designed appropriately for the age group, with Under 6s and Under 7s competing in 5v5 matches, allowing younger players to develop skills in a more manageable playing environment.
Registration for teams costs £50.00, with different age groups scheduled for specific days to ensure appropriate competition. The festival provides young players with valuable tournament experience in a competitive yet supportive environment.
