Columbus Day Tournament
Finals Celebration
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The season’s biggest day, and the city’s. Free and open to everyone.
The Stamford Italian Soccer League season culminates in its signature annual Finals Celebration, bringing together players, families, supporters, local businesses, entertainment, food, and Italian-American community organizations.
More than a championship match, it is the league’s largest gathering of the year and a celebration of the heritage that has sustained the competition for more than three decades. Admission is free, and the day doubles as the league’s main fundraiser for the Annual Scholarship Fund.
2025 · 30th Anniversary
The 30th Anniversary Finals Celebration
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For the 2025 30th Anniversary Finals Celebration, food, entertainment, family activities, and community programming were made possible through support from local businesses and Italian-American organizations.
Food and Drink
Free food and drink donated by Pausa Caffè, Mario the Baker, and the Council of Italian American Organizations.
Entertainment
From music and event energy to family-friendly attractions and community engagement, the 2025 Finals Celebration brought together Carozza Entertainment, Project Precious Rescue, and Mike’s Monsters to give supporters plenty to experience beyond the matches.
Community Partners
Public recognition for the businesses and organizations that supported the 2025 Finals Celebration.
Organizer
In pictures
The 2025 Finals Celebration
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Special guests
Caroline Simmons
Mayor of Stamford
Tina Courpas
State Representative
George Papallo
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Luciano Siciliano
President, Council of Italian American Organizations
Angelo Raus
President, Stamford Italian Soccer League
Office of Senator Chris Murphy
Represented at the celebration
On film
Watch the celebration
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2025 Champions
Arena/Dasà Catanzaro S.C.
Arena/Dasà Catanzaro S.C. 2, U.S. Vibo 2
Catanzaro won the penalty shootout, 3 to 0.
U.S. Vibo goals
- Will Bertolino, assisted by Tyler Carvalho
- Fran Ninivaggi, penalty
Catanzaro goals
- Joey Schinella, assisted by Matt Capomolla
- Giano Valenzi
Penalty shootout
- Catanzaro: 3
- U.S. Vibo: 0
On the jersey
2025 Championship Partners
The 2026 Finals Celebration
Set for Sunday 4 October, with a rain date of 18 October. The location will be announced once confirmed.