Braidhurst High School win 2025 SPAR Future Stars Cup

The 2025 SPAR Future Stars Cup concluded in style on 3rd June at Broadwood Stadium, Cumbernauld, where Braidhurst High School were crowned national champions in both S1/S2 and S3/S4 competitions.

Now in its fourth year, SPAR Scotland’s Future Stars initiative, delivered in partnership with the Scottish Football Association, continues to go from strength to strength. This year’s tournament saw a record-breaking 282 teams register, up 30% on 2024’s figure of 218, with approximately 3,000 girls aged 12 to 16 competing in regional qualifying rounds held throughout Scotland.

Colin McLean, CEO of SPAR Scotland, said: “Now in its fourth year, SPAR Future Stars continues to grow, and we are proud to see such strong momentum behind it. This year, more than 3,000 girls from across Scotland took part – a remarkable milestone that shows just how much appetite there is for opportunities like this.

“We welcomed over 60 more teams than last year, with some schools registering interest within days of the 2024 finals. It’s clear that this tournament has become a much-anticipated fixture on the school sports calendar.

“Our goal has always been to create a positive, inclusive platform where girls can enjoy the game, develop their skills, and represent their schools in a supportive and competitive environment. As we look ahead to 2026, we are committed to building on this success – helping even more young people stay active, feel connected, and be part of something bigger in their communities.”

The 2025 SPAR Future Stars Cup finals day brought together the top-performing teams from S1/S2 and S3/S4 categories after months of local and regional rounds. Eight-a-side teams from across the country gathered for a celebration of grassroots girls’ football in front of enthusiastic supporters and guests. There was a total of 420 players across 35 teams at the Cup finals.

Shirley Martin, Head of Girls & Women’s Football at the Scottish FA, added: “SPAR Future Stars is a great opportunity for schoolgirls to play in a fun and friendly environment, with their friends, while representing their schools. We are delighted with the growth of this competition and proud to see teams from every corner of Scotland reach the national finals.

“Encouraging young girls into football is vital for the growth of the game. Initiatives like this by SPAR Scotland play an important role in nurturing a lifelong love of sport, building confidence and creating pathways to future opportunities.”

The results of the 2025 SPAR Scotland Future Stars national finals day were:

S1/S2 Category

Winner:

Braidhurst High School

Runner Up:

Firhill High School

S3/S4 Category

Winner:

Braidhurst High School

Runner Up:

St Columba’s High School

Registration is now open for the 2026 SPAR Future Stars Cup, with the finals due to be held in June 2026.