Bayside Sports Hosts Dads Football Championship in Mumbai

Mumbai witnessed a thrilling month-long football tournament as Bayside Sports hosted the Bayside Sports School Dads Football Championship – Season 8. The championship, which commenced on 23rd July 2026 and concluded on 13th August 2026, brought together 12 school teams and approximately 140-150 fathers at Astro Park, Bandra.

The tournament featured a unique three-tier competition format, where the 12 participating teams were divided into two groups of six and competed in the league stage. Following the group phase, the teams were placed into three knockout categories based on their standings: Platinum Knockouts, Gold Knockouts, and Silver Knockouts.

The league stage produced some strong performances, with OIS Kingsmen finishing at the top of Group A with 12 points, followed by JBCN Legends FC on 10 points and Scottish Strikers FC on 9. In Group B, JNS 49ers and Don Bosco International both finished on 13 points, with JNS 49ers taking the top position on goal difference.

The tournament statistics recorded 121 goals during the league-stage matches, highlighting the attacking quality and competitiveness of the championship. The Platinum Knockouts featured Don Bosco International vs OIS Kingsmen and JNS 49ers vs JBCN Legends, while the Gold Knockouts featured Scottish Strikers FC vs NIS Lakers and Petit Panthers vs AVM FC.

The Platinum Final saw Don Bosco International take on JNS 49ers, with Don Bosco International emerging as the Platinum Champions and JNS 49ers finishing as runners-up. In the Gold Final, Scottish Strikers FC defeated Petit Panthers to claim the Gold title, with Petit Panthers finishing runners-up.

The tournament also recognised some of its standout performers, with Homruz Bana from Don Bosco International winning the Golden Boot with 9 goals, and Vineet Gangwani from Don Bosco International winning the Golden Glove.

The Bayside Sports School Dads Football Championship provides a unique opportunity for school dads to come together, compete, and build stronger connections within their school communities. The championship has become a popular event in Mumbai, promoting football, competition, and community spirit.

The success of the tournament is a testament to the growing interest in football among school dads in Mumbai. The championship has provided a platform for fathers to stay active, compete, and bond with their children's schools.

As the tournament comes to a close, the organizers have expressed their gratitude to the participating teams, players, and sponsors for making the event a success. The Bayside Sports School Dads Football Championship has become an annual fixture in Mumbai's sporting calendar, and fans can look forward to another exciting season next year.

The championship has also highlighted the importance of sports in building community spirit and promoting social connections among parents. The tournament has provided a unique opportunity for school dads to come together, compete, and build stronger relationships with their children's schools.

In conclusion, the Bayside Sports School Dads Football Championship – Season 8 has been a resounding success, providing a platform for school dads to compete, stay active, and build stronger connections within their school communities. The tournament has promoted football, competition, and community spirit, and has become a popular event in Mumbai's sporting calendar.