6th Annual UT7 Challenge Cup Results
Joey FC, led by Justin Bell, triumphed over Wa Good FC with a 4-1 victory in the final of the sixth annual UT7 Challenge Cup, concluding the ninth annual UT7 Football Series on July 10th.
“UT7 has concluded their sixth annual Challenge Cup [ninth annual UT7 Football Series]. The UT7 3v3 tournament took place this year on July 8th and concluded on July 10th, with this year’s winners being Joey FC, captained by Justin Bell. Joey FC faced off in the final against last year’s finalist and 2022 champion, Wa Good FC, captained by Tomiko Goater.
Joey FC prevailed in a hotly contested final with a score of 4-1, with Blaiz Hall scoring two goals and Justin Bell and Jahzardae Samuels scoring one goal each. Kamali Davis was the lone goal scorer for Wa Good FC.
“In the semi-final match ups, Joey FC overpowered Underated FC 6-1 whilst Wa Good FC defeated the 2023 champions Team Deadly with a score of 4-3.
“In the third place match up between Team Deadly and Underrated FC, Team Deadly prevailed with a score of 3-2. Team Deadly’s goals were scored by Donavan Thompson [2] and Aadil Cadjee. Camaje Smith and Lazai Outerbridge were the goal scorers for Underrated FC.
- Winner: Joey FC- Squad: Justin Bell [C] , Blaiz Hall, Diego Richardson, Jahzardae Samuels, Mikiel Thomas
- 1st Place Prize: $2500 + UT7 Challenge Cup Trophy + $1000 Education Bursary to recipient of choice
- 2nd Place: Wa Good FC- Squad: Tomiko Goater [C], Edry Moore, Eusebio Blankedal, Jazeil Smith-Desields, Kamali Davis, Nzigh Spence, Terrence Webb
- 2nd Place Prize: $1000
- 3rd Place: Team Deadly- Squad: Paul Simons [C], Aadil Cajee, Donavan Thompson, Jorge Sanchez, Justin Souza
- 3rd Place Prize: $500
- Golden Boot: Donavan Thompson with 24 goals.
“UT7 continues to bring together individuals from all walks of life within the community. The organization was founded in 2016 in memory of Uthmani J. M. Talbot, who tragically passed away in a bike accident in 2015. Through the sport he loved, UT7 honors his legacy and promotes unity and camaraderie across Bermuda.
“The UT7 Challenge Cup has grown significantly since its inception, starting with the UT7 Peace Tournament Series in 2016 to the 3v3 Challenge Cup we have today. Thanks to the unwavering support of chief sponsor PwC, the UT7 brand now encompasses a variety of initiatives such as the 3v3 Challenge Cup, Football Camps, Talent ID program, and Education Bursary funded by Mass Ltd.
“These efforts aim to nurture local talent and provide opportunities for young athletes to develop their skills in challenging, positive and supportive environments. UT7 looks forward to bringing Bermuda another exciting Challenge Cup next year.”
Previous Winners:
- 2019 – Old Lady FC
- 2020 – Black Rock
- 2021 – Life Through Sport
- 2022 – Wa Good FC
- 2023 – Team Deadly
Group Results:
Group A
Group B
