The premier high school soccer talent in the province is heading to the Quinte region. From June 4\u20136, Belleville will transform into a hub of athletic excellence as it plays host to the 2026 Girls\u2019 AA OFSAA Soccer Championship.<\/p>\n
The three-day tournament, hosted by Bayside Secondary School, is expected to bring together roughly 500 athletes and coaches from across Ontario. Matches will be held at three of the region\u2019s premier athletic venues:<\/p>\n
Mary Anne Sills Park
\nZwicks Park
\nLoyalist College<\/p>\n
This year\u2019s championship features a unique event logo that bridges the gap between Belleville\u2019s past and its future. The design features the iconic Belleville Railway Station (Grand Trunk) as a tribute to the city\u2019s history \u2013 a sector instrumental in the founding and economic growth of \u201cThe Friendly City\u201d.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe Hastings County Historical Society applauds this recognition,\u201d said Gary Nicol, President of the Hastings Historical Society. \u201cThis logo reminds us that the spirit of connection and progress that built Belleville continues through the teamwork of these young athletes\u201d.<\/p>\n
Bayside Secondary School is the proud host of this year\u2019s festivities. For the school community, hosting a provincial championship is about more than just the games; it is about showcasing the hospitality and spirit of the Quinte region.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe are incredibly excited to welcome the best AA teams in Ontario to our home turf,\u201d said Bayside Principal Michael McKeown. \u201cOur students and staff are working tirelessly to ensure this is a first-class experience for every participant. It\u2019s an honour for Bayside to lead an event that celebrates both sport and our local community\u201d.<\/p>\n
Co-conveners Angelo Tsarouhas and Graham Collins have been the driving force behind the logistical feat of organizing the 20-team provincial draw.<\/p>\n
\u201cBringing OFSAA to Belleville is a testament to our world-class facilities and our city\u2019s passion for youth sports,\u201d the conveners said in a joint statement. \u201cWe are ready to provide these athletes with a championship environment they will remember for the rest of their lives. We invite the community to come out to the fields, catch the action, and cheer on the next generation of soccer stars\u201d.<\/p>\n