Oakwood Premier Invitational

36th Anual Oakwood Premier Invitational

U8 - U19 May 28th - 30th 2027

Premier Competition. Championship Expectations.

For over three decades, the Oakwood Premier Invitational has been one of the Northeast's most respected Memorial Day Weekend tournaments, bringing together quality teams from across the region for a weekend of competitive soccer and outstanding experiences.

The 36th Annual Oakwood Premier Invitational will once again provide thoughtfully constructed brackets, first-class facilities, and a competitive environment for teams of all levels, from elite national platforms to local travel leagues, creating an outstanding experience for players, coaches, and families alike.

Event Details

• Dates:
  • U8–U19  Boys & Girls Teams: May 28th–30th, 2027
• Locations: High-quality fields across Hartford and Middlesex counties, CT
• Eligibility: Open to teams of all levels, with competitive brackets for town travel teams and competitive club teams.
• Format:
  • U8-U10 - 7v7 - 3 game guarantee (50 minute games)
  • U11-U12 - 9v9 - 3 game guarantee (60 minute games)
  • U13-U14 - 11v11 - 3 game guarantee (60 minute games)
  • U15-U19 - 11v11 - 3 game guarantee (70 minute games)
• Costs:
  • 7v7 - $875
  • 9v9 - $925
  • 11v11 - $975

• Early Bird Discounts: Register and pay by October 31st, 2026 to receive a $50 Early Bird Discount per team.

• Club Discounts: Exclusive discounts available for club's entering 6 or more teams. Contact ollie@nationalsportgroup.com for further details.

A Truly Regional Event

The Oakwood Premier Invitational annually attracts teams from throughout Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York, Rhode Island, Vermont, New Hampshire, New Jersey, and beyond. Our goal is to create diverse, competitive brackets that allow teams to face quality opponents they may not typically encounter during league play or local tournaments.

Whether your team competes in elite national and regional leagues, state premier competitions, or local travel leagues, our objective is the same: to provide challenging, appropriate competition in a professionally managed tournament environment. By bringing together clubs from multiple leagues, states, and competitive platforms, the Oakwood Premier Invitational delivers a unique experience that helps teams develop, compete, and enjoy a memorable Memorial Day Weekend.

Why Teams Return Year After Year

• Competitive, well-balanced brackets
• High-quality facilities
• Professional tournament operations
• Championship matches and awards
• Convenient Connecticut location
• Balanced competition from across the Northeast
• Outstanding experience for players, coaches, and families

Whether you're looking for a top-level challenge, quality competition, or a memorable Memorial Day Weekend tournament experience, the Oakwood Premier Invitational continues to set the standard.

Join us for the 36th Annual Oakwood Premier Invitational and experience why this event remains a favorite destination for clubs throughout the Northeast.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this reimagined tradition.

Questions can be directed to the OPI Tournament Director, Ollie Hilliker - ollie@nationalsportgroup.com