West Friendship, MD – February 13, 2026 – Elite Tournaments is proud to announce a new partnership with Fuse Soccer, Arsenal FC, and Axis Football for the 2026 Baltimore Mania Tournament Series. This collaboration will introduce a unique international opportunity for teams competing during both Baltimore Mania weekends.

The partnership will take place across both the Boys and Girls Baltimore Mania weekends, with the Boys Weekend held March 21–22, 2026, and the Girls Weekend held March 28–29, 2026.

Selected teams, based on event performance in the Fuse Arsenal Experience Brackets across participating age groups, will earn an invitation to London for an immersive Arsenal Experience, hosted by Fuse Soccer and Axis Football. The experience is designed to reward teams that rise to the top of elite competition.

“This partnership allows us to reward championship-level teams with an experience that matches the level of competition they face at Baltimore Mania,” said Mike Libber, President of Elite Tournaments. “Our goal has always been to create environments where teams are challenged, motivated, and inspired. This opportunity gives champions something truly special to compete for and extends the impact of the tournament beyond the weekend.”

To help introduce teams and families to the experience, Fuse Soccer staff will be on site during both tournament weekends, providing information, answering questions, and sharing details about what the immersive London Arsenal Experience includes.

“Fuse Soccer is excited to welcome the invited teams to its Arsenal Experience this November, over the Thanksgiving holiday. The week will be packed with further developing each player’s technical game with sessions delivered by Arsenal Football Development coaches as well as opportunities to play against English opposition as well as attending Professional matches. London’s calling,” said Matt Hicks, Director of Fuse Soccer

At the core of the Fuse Soccer Arsenal Experience is the development of “Strong Young Gunners.” Teams will be challenged to grow together as:

• Effective team players
• Efficient movers
• Lifelong learners
• Competitors who develop a champion mentality

These pillars reflect a holistic, team-centered learning environment that emphasizes growth both on and off the pitch, while immersing players in the philosophy of Playing the Arsenal Way.

“At Axis Football, we’re incredibly proud of our years delivering elite training camps and global football experiences for some of the world’s biggest clubs,” said David Gray, Co-Founder of Axis Football Co. 

“This collaboration with Elite Tournaments is about making players’ dreams come true — offering a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be coached at Arsenal while experiencing one of the world’s greatest cities. 

Training in London, immersed in the culture and history of the game, is a lifetime experience and truly a trip not to be missed. We wish all the competing teams the very best.”

For questions or more information, please contact [email protected].

About Elite Tournaments:

Elite Tournaments is a premier operator of youth sports events across the United States, delivering high-quality tournament experiences for athletes, coaches, and families nationwide.

About Fuse Soccer: 

Fuse Soccer delivers elite youth soccer experiences in partnership with Arsenal Football Development. Through immersive programs, including camps, training experiences, and team opportunities, Fuse Soccer helps players grow on and off the pitch while learning to Play the Arsenal Way.

About Axis Football: 

Axis Football delivers elite football tours designed for players and coaches of every level. With over 75 years of combined experience in football, travel, and tournament operations, Axis applies pro level standards and seamless end to end planning to every itinerary, creating unforgettable global football experiences that elevate the game on and off the pitch.