Our first Fuchs Fest tournament in Warwick, NY, is less than a month away, so it's time to outline why one of the latest additions to the NYC Footy tournament lineup is soooo worth the scenic drive from NYC!

Taking place at Hudson Sports Complex, Fuchs Fest is the newest tournament NYC Footy has the pleasure of organizing alongside former English Premier League star and Hudson Sports Complex owner Christian Fuchs, for whom our tournament is named.

We did a quick scout on the road to Warwick to give every player a little taste of what adventures await outside NYC’s gates.

Fuchs Fest is the perfect fit for NYC Footy's tournament lineup, but before you enter this former prison on April 12th and start locking down the opposition with stellar D, here’s five things you should know about the village of Warwick, New York

1. The Warwick Valley features some of NY state’s best breweries, wineries, and distilleries

The scene at Drowned Lands Brewery, just down the road from Fuchs Fest. Photo: Drowned Lands

The Drowned Lands Brewery is just down the road from where you’ll be working up a thirst, which means we’ve alerted them to ensure their lines (tap lines that is) are in order.

We also suggest stopping at Tin Barn Brewing in the town of Chester and Destination Unknown Beer Co. in Warwick too if you plan on turning your post-tournament cool-down routine into a brewery trail. Tin Barn features freshly made pizzas right out of the oven while Destination Unknown Beer Co. has a full kitchen.

If wine or spirits are your preference while listening to some live music, Warwick Valley Winery & Distillery offers tastings along with food you’ll want to pair alongside (especially if you’re going for a wine/cider/spirit of choice hat trick.

Tin Barn Brewing’s pizza & brews make it a must visit pitstop before going home. Photo: Tin Barn

2. Warwick’s location lends itself to historical preservation

Baird’s Tavern dates back to 1776 (it’s still open for business btw) Photo: Warwick Historical Society

Warwick’s off-the-beaten-path location means it’s found a way to retain its historical charm. Make it a point to walk around town if you’re planning on turning your Fuchs Fest trip into a weekend getaway. The Warwick Historical Preservation Society has all the information you need to get started on a self-guided tour.

3. Hudson Sports Complex has had many past lives

Formerly the Mid-Orange Correctional Facility, a medium security (or what we’d classify as a P3) prison, the site of Fuchs Fest was once a vocational training school and reformatory for boys. Though the days of locking in inmates have been traded in for locking down strikers with stellar D, Hudson Sports Complex still channels its old self around Halloween, when it becomes The Prison of Horrors haunted house!

Now that you’ve got a lay of the land, it’s time to add April 12th to your calendar and start planning a day trip or weekend getaway. Here’s everything else you’ll want to know:

Fuchs Fest Essentials

Date: April 12, 2025

Time: 11 am - 5 pm; an after-party nearby will follow.

Location: Hudson Sports Complex (Warwick, NY)

The Tournament

Format: 7v7 (including keeper); 2 females minimum per team.

Roster: 11 players per team.

Levels: P1, P2, P3, P4, and P5. All teams and players will be assigned to the division that best matches your skill level.

Duration: Each team will play five 20-minute games. The top two teams from each division advance to divisional playoffs (Semi-final & Final)

The Setting

The Field: New turf field.

The Vibe: Former prison turned soccer pitch tucked away from a small town with mountains in its background. Think Season 3 of The Walking Dead, if they had a state-of-the-art soccer facility inside.

Registration

Period: Regular Registration

Team: $549.99 per team

Small Group: $59.99 per player

Individual: $59.99

To reserve your spot, visit our dedicated Fuchs Fest tournament page.