The diversionary cross-community football tournament took place in July and August, particularly during the most contentious times of the year in north Belfast - July 12 and August 8 and 9.
Belfast Athletic won the competition beating H & W Welders 2-1 in the final. 22nd Old Boys FC came out on top as reserve competition winners, beating St Patrick’s YM 4 - 3 on penalties.
Games were played at Marrowbone Millennium Park and Clarendon Sports Complex, which are centrally based for the catchment areas of Ardoyne, Lower Oldpark, Woodvale, Shankill, Ballysillan and New Lodge.
Using a champions’ league format, the tournament was organised and facilitated by Community Football Company, in collaboration with cross-community partners, 22nd Old Boys FC and Shamrock FC.
Conor Stiobhard, Community Football Company, who welcomed the Housing Executive funding, said: "The Belfast Super Cup competition has grown massively over the past four years.
“Funding received has enabled us to bring together diverse communities, fuelling a spirit of unity and passion through football.
“We would like to acknowledge, on behalf of, all participating clubs, our appreciation to the Housing Executive for the continued support and we look forward to developing this positive collaboration as we plan ahead for a bigger and better competition next year.”
Housing Executive North Belfast Area Manager Gerard Flynn said: “We were delighted to provide funding of £4,999 from our community cohesion unit for this exciting cross-community football tournament.
“Our work involves developing opportunities to bring communities together and to help build vibrant neighbourhoods where our tenants feel connected, involved and safe.
“It can make a real difference when local people are supported to work with others in a spirit of neighbourliness.
“With our partners, we support projects that build community confidence, increase awareness of and respect for diversity, and develop strong, positive relationships between people from different backgrounds.
“It is encouraging to see so many young men taking part and we hope that everyone thoroughly enjoyed the competition.”
