Challenger Sports Teams Up with Global Sports Experiences (GSE) to Expand Soccer Opportunities for Youth Across the Globe!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

January 13, 2026 — Challenger Sports is proud to announce a new strategic partnership with Global Sports Experiences (GSE) — a collaboration that strengthens and expands the global reach of Challenger World Tours, one of the most respected international youth soccer travel brands in the industry.

This partnership marks a major step forward in the international youth soccer ecosystem, uniting Challenger’s powerful global brand presence and extensive soccer community with GSE’s world-class expertise in international sports travel operations and logistics. Together, both organizations are aligned in their mission to elevate the standard of international soccer experiences by delivering professionally executed, development-driven programs for players, families, and clubs worldwide.

As part of this collaboration, GSE will serve as the exclusive operating and fulfilment partner for all international travel experiences offered through the Challenger World Tours platform. This structure enables both organizations to scale their global programming while maintaining exceptional quality, consistency, and service standards.

At GSE, the portfolio of experiences is built to serve teams, players, coaches, and families at every stage of their development journey — from high-performance competition to unforgettable cultural immersion. Clubs and families interested in international opportunities can explore:

• Team Travel Programs

• International Tournaments

• Player Development Experiences

• Premier League Fan Experiences

These programs represent the foundation of GSE’s global offering — connecting the game across continents while delivering meaningful growth, competition, and lifelong memories.

Nick Dunbar, Senior Business Development Manager at Global Sports Experiences, commented:

“Challenger Sports has built one of the most influential youth soccer communities in the world, and we are proud to support the continued growth of Challenger World Tours. By aligning Challenger’s global reach with GSE’s operational platform, we are creating new opportunities for players, families, and clubs to engage with the game on a truly global level.”

Challenger World Tours continues to offer a diverse portfolio of international soccer experiences that connect youth teams to iconic football destinations worldwide, combining elite competition, player development, and cultural immersion into a single, high-impact experience model.

Daniel Miller, Challenger Sports President added:

“Partnering with Global Sports Experiences strengthens our ability to deliver exceptional international programs for our community. GSE’s infrastructure and commitment to operational excellence ensure that our players, families, and clubs receive the highest standard of experience as we continue expanding our global footprint.”

This partnership reflects a shared commitment between GSE and Challenger Sports to shaping the future of international youth soccer — delivering impactful experiences, expanding opportunity, and building meaningful global connections through the game.

Next Steps?

If you’re interested in exploring this further, please fill out the short interest form below.

Submissions are reviewed directly by our team, and Grant will follow up.

👉Interest Form

Or email Grant Hall, Challenger World Tours Vice President:

ghall@challengersports.com