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Announcing the Gold Rank Tournament in Chiba

On August 24, 2025, a thrilling Gold Rank Tournament titled "GOLD RANK IN CHIBA" will take place at the Minds Sports Field in Sodegaura, Chiba. This event, organized by Now Do Inc., headed by the renowned soccer player Keisuke Honda, is aimed at nurturing youth soccer. It serves as a qualifying tournament where only the champion team will secure a coveted spot in the upcoming JAPAN CUP.

The tournament embraces a unique twist: it will act as a one-shot chance for the teams to win their entry into the national tournament. A total of 24 teams will be selected based on the cumulative entry numbers from the Kanto region, but even teams without prior participation can sign up to compete this time around.

Official Website Information

For more details, you can visit the official website: 4v4 Official

Tournament Structure

The format of the 4v4 tournament is built around a ranking system consisting of three levels: Bronze, Silver, and Gold. The Gold Rank Tournament represents the pinnacle of this ranking, whereby the winning team clinches a coveted entry to the JAPAN CUP irrespective of their ranking points. Additionally, the tournament will reward its champions with exclusive 4v4 medals and other commemorative prizes, making it a special event for participants. To explore more about the Gold Rank event, visit the website here: Gold Rank Tournament

Tournament Details

• - Name: GOLD RANK IN CHIBA
• - Organizer: Now Do Inc.
• - Support from: Sports Vita Inc. (Sports Vita)
• - Target Categories: U10, U12
• - Schedule:

- Opening for U10 events starts at 8:15 AM, with matches commencing at 9:15 AM. The closing ceremony for U10 will be around 1:00 PM.
- For U12, the activities will kick off at 1:00 PM, with matches starting at 2:00 PM, culminating around 6:00 PM.

Note: The timings are subject to adjustments based on the progress of the matches.

Venue Information

The event will be held at the Minds Sports Field located at: 94 Daisaku, Sodegaura City, Chiba Prefecture, 299-0241. If traveling by car, ample parking is available (approximately 80 vehicles). Please ensure to utilize the gravel parking lot located north of the Clubhouse, as parking beside is prohibited. A maximum of two vehicles per team is permitted.

How to Enter

Teams can enter the tournament by registering players and inviting at least four friends to form a squad.

• - For U10, registrations can be made here
• - For U12, registrations can be made here

The selection of the participating teams will be based on the highest cumulative entries in the Kanto area. The entry deadline is 11:59 PM on August 17, 2025. Teams will be notified by email on August 18, at midnight, if they have secured a spot. If fewer than 24 teams enter, registration will continue on a first-come, first-served basis until August 22, 2025, at 11:59 PM.

Special Prizes for Champions

Winners will not only earn their place in the JAPAN CUP but also receive 4v4 branded medals and certificates, marking their achievement in this competitive environment.

About 4v4

The 4v4 format of soccer is an innovative initiative conceived by Keisuke Honda to invigorate the youth soccer landscape in Japan. This tournament aims to provide elementary school students (U10 and U12) with the opportunity to showcase their skills. The tournament, developed in 2023, is aligned with the purpose of enhancing youth participation and will include a debut ASIAN CUP event in summer 2025.
The matches consist of 10-minute halves with an allowance for free substitutions. Moreover, the shot clock is set at 20 seconds. Unlike traditional formats, there will not be coaches or managers overseeing teams, fostering a sense of autonomy among the players. This structure allows for continuous engagement, whereby teams can compete multiple times throughout the season to accumulate points and vie for entry into the JAPAN CUP, ultimately aiming for national supremacy.

The mission is to cultivate essential life skills in children, preparing them for their future endeavors while grooming potential soccer stars, thus contributing positively to Japan's broader soccer community.
For more details, please refer to the 4v4 official website: 4v4.

Company Overview

Now Do Inc.

• - Location: 11th Floor, Shinjuku Mitsui Building, 2-1-1 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku, Tokyo.
• - CEO: Keisuke Honda
• - Established: 2017
• - Capital: 100 million yen
• - Services: Organizing and management of 4-a-side soccer tournaments, educational services, and sports personnel matching services, alongside the development of operational systems, facility management planning, marketing support, and consultancy services.
• - Company Website: Now Do
• - 4v4 Official Website: 4v4
• - Social Media: Twitter | Instagram