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The Legacy of Philly’s Games
Philly’s Games cc is a specialized Event Management Company dedicated to orchestrating high-impact sporting projects and vital Corporate Social Investment (CSI) campaigns across South Africa. Our biggest, and most profound, project is the annual Philly’s Games community tournament.
TOUrnAMENT HIstORY
The Birth of a Legend
The Philly’s Games were established with just two teams: Bakone FC and Zamalek FC. Zamalek FC made history as the very first crowned champions.
Doubling the Field
The tournament grew to four teams, including Bakone FC, Zamalek FC, Mambas, and Sampdoria. Sampdoria walked away with the title.
Expanding the Reach
The tournament continued its steady growth, expanding to eight participating teams for the first time.
Secure Partnerships
A major milestone in commercial growth as ABI Midrand (Coca-Cola) became the first main sponsor of Philly’s Games.
Political Recognition
The late CLR Bavumile Vilakazi, just three days into his term as the first Executive Mayor of Ekurhuleni, addressed the final. Fiasco were crowned champions.
Stepping into the Stadium
A massive leap for the brand as the final was played at a stadium for the first time. Jam Alley took home the trophy.
The Triple Threat
Colombia became the first team to win Philly’s Games for three consecutive years, earning the permanent floating trophy per tournament regulations.
Night Fever
Philly’s Games became the first off-season tournament to stage a final under floodlights, an event dubbed "Night Fever."
Technical Growth
The brand’s professional appeal grew as Sportstake signed as the main sponsor and Mitre joined as the technical sponsor.
Rising Stakes
The prize money began its rapid ascent, with G-String winning R50,000.
Reaching Six Figures
For the first time, prize money reached the R100,000 mark, won by Cheese.
The 32-Team Spectacle
The tournament reached a massive scale, staging a 32-team tournament for the community.
Corporate Giants Join
MTN and PEPSI signed on as main sponsors. Ama BEE were crowned the champions for this iconic year.
From Juniors to Giants
Amandla made history as the first team to graduate from the Philly’s Games junior ranks to win the senior title.
The Debut Champs
In an incredible display of skill, Masokolara became the first team to win the tournament on their very first attempt, taking home R110,000.
Record-Breaking Prizes
Rebels were crowned champions, winning R160,000—the biggest prize money in off-season tournament history at that time.
The Silver Jubilee (25 Years)
A historic milestone! Philly’s Games celebrated 25 years of impact. Alex Mates became champions and won a massive R200,000.
Amandla Ascends
At 26 years old, the tournament saw Amandla soar above the competition to reclaim their spot as champions.
Back-to-Back Glory
The 27th edition saw Amandla defend their title successfully, being crowned champions for the second year in a row.
A New Reign
While Amandla chased a "triple," G-String FC rose to the occasion to break the streak and take the 28th-anniversary title.
Resilience through Change
History was made as the games were played without spectators for the first time due to global shifts. Isithembiso proved their worth as the 2020 champions.
The World is Watching (30 Years)
Philly’s Games turned 30! This milestone was marked by the tournament being televised on SuperSport for the first time. AMBASSADORS FC took the title.
The Year of the Underdog
In the 31st edition, One Lion shocked the fans—coming in as underdogs but leaving as champions after a roaring performance.
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