2027 The Proving Grounds

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

• 10U, 12U, 14U, 15U, 16U, 18U: $750/team

Multi-Team Discounts:

• 10% off for 3–4 teams

• 15% off for 5 or more teams

• 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:

• Custom Championship Rings (our signature award piece 🔥)

• Champion Trophy

• Free Paid Bid to Battle of the North 7v7 Showcase (May 8-9, 2027 in Stillwater, MN)

Additional Awards:

• Division MVPs: Custom MVP Medals

• Most Winning Program: Program Director awarded a custom watch

• Division Runner-Ups: Receive Half-Off Bid to Battle of the North (May 8-9, 2027)

Tournament Details

• Divisions: 10U, 12U, 14U, 15U, 16U, 18U

• 4 Game Minimum Guaranteed

• All teams welcome – school, club, or all-star

• Schedules posted the week of the tournament via the Tourney Machine App

Register now at: my7on7.com/7v7tournaments

Player Verification & Eligibility Process

Steps:

• Once teams are registered, coaches will receive a custom Player Eligibility & Age Verification link for their players to complete.

• Players must complete the form, upload the required documents, and pay the $10.00 verification fee.

Required Documents:

• Clear headshot (no sunglasses, hoodies, hats, helmets, or full-body photos allowed).

• Government-issued ID (birth certificate or ID showing full name & date of birth).

• My7on7 will review and verify each player.

• Players will be rostered to their team after verification. If not rostered, players are not eligible.

• Players/Guardians/Coaches can download the SportsEngine App to check verification status.

Notes:

• Players without the necessary documents are ineligible until verified by a My7on7 staff member.

• Any player that does not meet requirements (false information, illegible documents, etc.) will not be allowed to compete.

• On-site verification will be available for a $50 fee per player.

• It is strongly encouraged to complete eligibility & waiver forms at least 14 days before the tournament.

• Final Deadline: Monday, January 25th, 2027 at 11:59 PM.