Key Information
Cost
- $750.00 USD per team
- Athlete's age will be based on the age that they will be on Aug 01, 2027
- Registration ends Jan 24, 2027 @ 12:00 AM
Contact
Date(s)
Location
Description
The Proving Grounds
Dates: Saturday, January 30th & Sunday, January 31st, 2027
Player Check-In: Friday, January 29th OR Saturday, January 30th
Location:
Illinois State University Dome
405 N. Main Street, Normal, IL 61761
Divisions & Team Fees
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10U, 12U, 14U, 15U, 16U, 18U: $750/team
Multi-Team Discounts:
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10% off for 3–4 teams
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15% off for 5 or more teams
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Teams bringing multiple teams should contact us at tournaments@my7on7.com to receive their discount code before registering.
Awards & Prizes 🏆
Our awards are a major highlight of the Proving Grounds and set our tournament apart.
Division Champions Receive:
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Custom Championship Rings (our signature award piece 🔥)
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Champion Trophy
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Free Paid Bid to Battle of the North 7v7 Showcase (May 8-9, 2027 in Stillwater, MN)
Additional Awards:
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Division MVPs: Custom MVP Medals
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Most Winning Program: Program Director awarded a custom watch
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Division Runner-Ups: Receive Half-Off Bid to Battle of the North (May 8-9, 2027)
Tournament Details
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Divisions: 10U, 12U, 14U, 15U, 16U, 18U
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4 Game Minimum Guaranteed
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All teams welcome – school, club, or all-star
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Schedules posted the week of the tournament via the Tourney Machine App
Register now at: my7on7.com/7v7tournaments
Player Verification & Eligibility Process
Steps:
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Once teams are registered, coaches will receive a custom Player Eligibility & Age Verification link for their players to complete.
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Players must complete the form, upload the required documents, and pay the $10.00 verification fee.
Required Documents:
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Clear headshot (no sunglasses, hoodies, hats, helmets, or full-body photos allowed).
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Government-issued ID (birth certificate or ID showing full name & date of birth).
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My7on7 will review and verify each player.
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Players will be rostered to their team after verification. If not rostered, players are not eligible.
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Players/Guardians/Coaches can download the SportsEngine App to check verification status.
Notes:
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Players without the necessary documents are ineligible until verified by a My7on7 staff member.
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Any player that does not meet requirements (false information, illegible documents, etc.) will not be allowed to compete.
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On-site verification will be available for a $50 fee per player.
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It is strongly encouraged to complete eligibility & waiver forms at least 14 days before the tournament.
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Final Deadline: Monday, January 25th, 2027 at 11:59 PM.
Sport
Divisions
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10u
- Age Eligibility: 10U - Players must be 10 years old or younger on January 1, 2027.
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12u
- Age Eligibility: 12U - Players must be 12 years old or younger on January 1, 2027.
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14u
- Age Eligibility: 14U - Players must be 14 years old or younger on January 1, 2027.
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15u
- Age Eligibility: 15U - Players must be 15 years old or younger on January 1, 2027.
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16u
- Age Eligibility: 16U - Players must be 16 years old or younger on January 1, 2027.
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18u
- Age Eligibility: 18U - Players must be 18 years old or younger on January 1, 2027. Current HS Seniors who are not committed are eligible for the 2027 season
