California Royalty: The Showdown Series Tournament of Champions

Get ready for an elite youth football showcase coming to Santa Ana, California on March 29-30, 2025. The Showdown Series Tournament of Champions at Carr Intermediate School will bring together the West Coast’s most talented young athletes across multiple competition formats.

Competition Categories The tournament features three distinct divisions:

• Boys 7v7 Football (age groups from 8U through high school, excluding seniors)
• Girls 7v7 Flag Football (14U and high school divisions, seniors eligible)
• 5v5 Lineman Challenge (age groups from 9U through high school varsity)

Champions in each division will receive championship trophies, custom championship rings, and MVP recognition. The event will be covered by prominent sports media outlets including Under the Radar, Legendary Sports Media, and Sports Recruits.

Registration and Costs Team entry fees are set at $550 for 7v7 and flag football teams, while lineman teams can enter for $250. Teams registering multiple squads can enjoy progressive discounts:

• Two teams: $25 off per team
• Three to four teams: $50 off per team
• Five or more teams: $75 off per team

Teams must register through Zorts by March 26, 2025, with all players and coaches requiring active Zorts cards.

Age and Eligibility Guidelines For boys’ divisions 8U through 13U, the age cutoff date is January 1, 2025. Girls’ divisions use an August 1, 2024 cutoff date. Boys’ older divisions are organized by grade level, covering 8th grade, 9th grade, and high school.

Tournament Format 7v7 teams will play three pool games with 25-minute running clocks, followed by single-elimination playoffs with most teams qualifying. The lineman competition features 5v5 contests grouped by weight classes. While not mandatory, soft-shell helmets are recommended for all participants.

Media Coverage and Exposure Participating athletes will benefit from:

• Comprehensive social media coverage
• Professional highlight reels
• Post-game interviews
• YouTube coverage
• Exposure to college recruitment scouts

Venue Information The tournament will be held at Carr Intermediate School in Santa Ana, California. Admission is $20 for adults and $5 for children, with free entry for ages 5 and under. The venue will feature food trucks, a snack bar, athletic trainers, and various vendors, all supported by on-site security personnel.

The Showdown Series Legacy Since its 2022 launch, the tournament has established itself as a premier youth football event, known for its efficient organization—completing events within 5 hours—and high-quality officiating. Teams like Premium 7v7 and Compete Forever have built their reputations through success at this prestigious event.

Tournament Policies Complete tournament rules can be found at www.theshowdownseries.com/rules. Please note that refunds are not available for cancellations, though credits may be issued for COVID-related shutdowns.

Contact Information For additional information, reach out to Tournament Director Nate Williams: Email: nate@theshowdownseries.com Phone: (949) 899-1104

Join us at the Showdown Series, where California’s next generation of football stars will shine.