Miami, FL – The first major Summer Youth Soccer Tournament organized by Little Haiti FC Academy came to a successful conclusion today, marking a significant milestone for youth soccer in the community.

The inaugural competition featured 28 teams representing 16 different academies, providing young athletes with an outstanding platform to showcase their talent, sportsmanship, and passion for the game.
In the U14 Final, Little Haiti FC captured the championship with a hard-fought 1–0 victory over Agapê International. The decisive goal was scored by Daniel Louis Innocent, securing the title for the home academy.

The U17 Final delivered another thrilling contest as Hialeah FC defeated Santos FC in a dramatic penalty shootout (5–4) after the teams finished 1–1 in regulation time. Emmanuel Rivero proved to be the difference-maker, coming off the bench to score the equalizing goal before calmly converting the winning fifth penalty to seal the championship for Hialeah FC.

The tournament was a tremendous success, bringing together players, coaches, families, and supporters from across South Florida while celebrating youth development, community spirit, and the love of soccer.

Over the course of three exciting days of soccer, approximately 180 goals were scored, providing unforgettable moments for players, coaches, families, and supporters. The Little Haiti FC Academy currently serves the community through three locations: Manno Sanon Park, Ben Franklin Park in North Miami, and an upcoming program at Allen Park in North Miami Beach. With the success of this inaugural edition, the academy is already looking forward to an even bigger and more spectacular next year.