An Opportunity for Year Round Development! ⚽️
One Summer. One Pitch. One Champion.
Welcome to The Best of the Best Championship, Kelowna United Football Club's premier summer football competition. Designed for players who love to compete, improve, and challenge themselves, this unique four week championship combines high intensity 1v1 battles with exciting 3v3 matches in a fun, fast paced environment.
Whether you're a beginner looking to gain confidence or an experienced player preparing for the next level, every match is an opportunity to sharpen your skills, climb the rankings, and prove you belong among the best.
Unlike traditional leagues where you play one match each week, The Best of the Best Championship allows players to compete multiple times every event night, challenge new opponents, and continue improving throughout the summer.
DATES
August 4 to August 27, 2026
LOCATION
Fairfax Field (Dome Turf)
Lower Mission Recreation Parks
Kelowna, British Columbia
GAME NIGHTS
Youth Divisions (U9 to U16)
Tuesdays and Thursdays
• 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Adult Division (16+)
Wednesdays
• 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Who Can Play?
Everyone is welcome.
Players from every club, academy, school, or community are encouraged to participate. You do not need to be a Kelowna United FC player to register.
Divisions include:
• U9 and U10
• U11 and U12
• U13 and U14
• U15 and U16
• Adult Division (16+)
Separate boys and girls divisions will be offered where registration numbers permit.
Choose Your Competition
1v1 Arena
The ultimate individual challenge.
Every touch matters. Every move counts.
Perfect for developing:
• Ball control
• Speed of play
• Finishing
• Defending
• Confidence under pressure
• One versus one decision making
Goalkeepers always play free.
3v3 Arena
Fast. Technical. Exciting.
Small sided football means more touches, more shots, more movement, and more opportunities to showcase your creativity.
Perfect for improving:
• Teamwork
• Quick passing
• Movement off the ball
• Transition play
• Communication
• Small sided tactics
Championship Rules
1v1 Arena
- First player to 5 goals wins.
- Winner stays on.
- Players must dribble behind the fall back line before attacking.
- If the ball goes out of play, restart behind the fall back line.
- Possession changes after every goal.
- Goals must be scored from in front of the fall back line.
- Fouls result in a change of possession and play restarts behind the fall back line.
3v3 Arena
- First team to 5 goals wins.
- Winning team stays on.
- After every goal, possession changes and play restarts with either a pass or dribble in.
- Fouls result in a change of possession with play restarting from your own net.
Registration
- Register through TeamSnap.
- Complete the required waiver.
- Receive your payment link after registration.
- Cash payments are also accepted on event nights.
- Goalkeepers compete free in the 1v1 Arena.
Awards
- Championship First Place Trophy
- Golden Glove Goalie Trophy
- Championship Medals
- Special prizes and giveaways throughout the championship
Why Play?
- More touches than traditional soccer
- More goals
- More competition
- More confidence
- More opportunities to improve
- Play multiple matches every event night
- Challenge different opponents throughout the championship
- Fast paced games with minimal downtime
- Improve your football IQ in a fun, competitive environment
Affordable Football for Everyone
The Best of the Best Championship has been designed to provide exceptional value for families while giving players significantly more opportunities to compete than a traditional league.
- Affordable registration
- Multiple matches every event night
- Competitive but welcoming environment
- Open to players from every club and community
The Best Summer Football Experience in the Okanagan
Whether you're competing for the championship, developing your game, spending time with friends, or simply enjoying football during the summer, The Best of the Best Championship offers an unforgettable experience built around competition, community, and player development.
Every player starts on equal ground.
Every match is another opportunity.
Every goal brings you one step closer.
One Summer. One Pitch. One Champion.

Summer Camps:
July 27-30, 2026:
- Goal Keeping Specific Camp
- U6-U13 players, all skill levels welcome
August 17-20, 2026 U6-U13 players all skill levels welcome