About
The Gorges Classic Soccer Tournament is an 11v11 outdoor soccer tournament offering great fun and competition in seven (7) brackets: men's open (18+), over 30, O-40, O-50, O-60, coed (open) & women (8v8). In its 11th year, the Gorges Classic has become the largest adult amateur soccer event on the East Coast, attracting teams from across NY State, the Northeast and Canada. The Gorges Classic is also arguably the most fun tournament in the United States. In addition to a $10,000 total cash prize for division winners, lots of entertainment are lined up to augment the soccer fun. These include beer tasting sponsored by Southern Tier Brewing Company, Brewery Ommegang, Three Heads Brewing, Lucky Hare Brewing, Galaxy Brewing, among others; wine tasting showcasing local and regional wines; a welcome reception with live music for all the players and their friends. The Gorges Concert features regional bands and sometimes a national act.
The Gorges Classic was started after the closure of the Oneonta-based National Soccer Hall Of Fame to provide a forum where adult amateur athletes can engage in healthy fun competition for wellness and at the same time boost the Upstate economy through increased tourism.
Ibe Jonah, the Tournament Director notes that “we chose Niagara Falls because it is easily accessible and offers a wide range of attractions to complement fun soccer activities. Our vision to to combine the passion of soccer and the wonder of Niagara Falls to continue to stage a fun tournament and make it the premier destination for amateur soccer players and fans from across these United States”
If you love playing soccer and having a great time, Gorges Classic is for you. You get to play good soccer against decent teams, sample New York's finest craft beers & wines, hang out with your buddies, make new friends, and check out great local parks. The cascading wonder of the falls, radiant foliage, friendly locals, and much more provide the backdrop for scintillating soccer and great fun competition on well-manicured soccer fields.
We currently stage the Gorges Classic Soccer Tournament in cities across the United States: Miami FL in February, Niagara Falls NY (Viagra in Niagara) in May; Chicago IL in September, Las Vegas NV ($howdown in Vegas) in November, & the Finger Lakes NY (Southern Tier Brewing Cup) in August. We'll be having Gorges Classic Soccer Tournaments in other big cities in these United States including Austin TX & Orlando FL. All tournament proceeds benefit Malite Health, a nonprofit organization providing access to basic healthcare for under-served, impoverished communities in Africa & the Americas.
The Gorges Classic was started after the closure of the Oneonta-based National Soccer Hall Of Fame to provide a forum where adult amateur athletes can engage in healthy fun competition for wellness and at the same time boost the Upstate economy through increased tourism.
Ibe Jonah, the Tournament Director notes that “we chose Niagara Falls because it is easily accessible and offers a wide range of attractions to complement fun soccer activities. Our vision to to combine the passion of soccer and the wonder of Niagara Falls to continue to stage a fun tournament and make it the premier destination for amateur soccer players and fans from across these United States”
If you love playing soccer and having a great time, Gorges Classic is for you. You get to play good soccer against decent teams, sample New York's finest craft beers & wines, hang out with your buddies, make new friends, and check out great local parks. The cascading wonder of the falls, radiant foliage, friendly locals, and much more provide the backdrop for scintillating soccer and great fun competition on well-manicured soccer fields.
We currently stage the Gorges Classic Soccer Tournament in cities across the United States: Miami FL in February, Niagara Falls NY (Viagra in Niagara) in May; Chicago IL in September, Las Vegas NV ($howdown in Vegas) in November, & the Finger Lakes NY (Southern Tier Brewing Cup) in August. We'll be having Gorges Classic Soccer Tournaments in other big cities in these United States including Austin TX & Orlando FL. All tournament proceeds benefit Malite Health, a nonprofit organization providing access to basic healthcare for under-served, impoverished communities in Africa & the Americas.
Testimonials
The Gorges Tournament is the right time of year in a great location. Easy access, great fields and tough competition. What more would someone want? Go Gorges!”
-Team captain from Albany NY.
I had a great time. The level of competition was better than what we have in local league games, and the fields and conditions were good. I found the games enjoyable and the social time just as good. The lakehouse setup was ideal, and I would do that every year if it was an option. The travel was no issue, not a bad drive, and some nice places to stop along the way if you want to break it up.”
- Team captain/player from Ithaca NY.
I thought the whole experience was really fun, in large part because it was fun to be in Niagara Falls with friends and to check out all the neat spots, restaurants (the Silo) and beautiful parks. The tournament itself was really fun. I liked playing good teams from other parts of the state, though, too. It was great to mix it up, compared to our normal local league play (which is still lots of fun). I'd definitely do it again.”
- Team captain from Binghamton NY.
We did not win any game because the competition was really good. But we had a wonderful time”
- Team captain from PA
"Thank you for organizing such a fun tournament! We had a blast and everyone was happy with the trip".
- Team captain from VT