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The '''HTUM Monthly Tournament Series''' is set to be one of the most exciting initiatives in 2025, featuring 12 diverse tournaments designed to challenge managers and squads in unique ways. Each month will bring a new competition with special rules, allowing managers to showcase their tactical brilliance and creativity. | The '''HTUM Monthly Tournament Series''' is set to be one of the most exciting initiatives in 2025, featuring 12 diverse tournaments designed to challenge managers and squads in unique ways. Each month will bring a new competition with special rules, allowing managers to showcase their tactical brilliance and creativity. | ||
=== Tournament Line-Up === | === Tournament Line-Up === | ||
Revision as of 12:39, 24 November 2024
Hattrick United Managers ((102312)) | |||
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| Abbreviation | HTUM | ||
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| Motto | The Game is On! | ||
| Formation | 17-08-2011 49 years and 22 days (Hattrick Age) | ||
| Type | Ex-Hattrick United Bloggers, contributors and readers federation | ||
| Region served |  Worldwide | ||
| Membership | <100 users | ||
| Languages | English | ||
| Chief officer | Hojris | ||
| Website | https://leebebbs1.wixsite.com/htum-press | ||
The HTUM Managers’ Federation is one of the most dynamic communities in Hattrick, bringing together passionate managers to celebrate the game, share stories, and compete in thrilling tournaments. While our roots lie in the rich blogging tradition of Hattrick United, we’ve evolved into something far more diverse, embracing creativity and camaraderie in many forms.
What We Offer
🏆 The Golden League – Our iconic intra-federation competition, featuring both league and knockout formats. A place where rivalries are fierce, and legends are born.
🌱 Youth League System – A structured multi-division competition, giving future stars a platform to shine.
🎉 Special Events Throughout the Year – From one-off tournaments to community-wide challenges and themed events, there’s always something happening in the HTUM Federation to keep the excitement alive.
💬 Collaborative Community – From team development threads to tactical advice, our members are always ready to support each other.
Our community thrives on creativity, with many members contributing to the Federation’s lore through stories, player profiles, and even original songs. While blogging isn’t as widespread as it once was, our Wix blog platform has become a hub for shared tales of glory, rivalries, and the larger-than-life characters that define HTUM. Members are encouraged to engage in storytelling or simply enjoy the colourful world that has been built over the years.
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Whether you’re here for the competitions, the camaraderie, or to showcase your club’s journey, the HTUM Managers’ Federation welcomes you. If you’re looking for a Federation that combines competitive spirit with creativity and community, join us today and be part of something truly special!
The Golden League
The Golden League is the flagship competition of the HTUM Managers’ Federation, embodying the spirit of friendly rivalry and tactical mastery. Launched on 27th July 2011, with the first-ever match between The Flaming Wodkas FC and Horus Falcons (5-1 victory for the Falcons), the Golden League has grown into an iconic competition featuring both league and knockout formats.
Championship Format
The Golden League Championship spans across two Hattrick seasons, with a structured progression from open matches to high-stakes knockouts:
Season 1 (Weeks 1–16):
Teams compete in any midweek matches (friendly, domestic league, or domestic cup). These matches automatically count towards the Championship leaderboard. No arrangements are required, allowing for organic competition.
Season 2 (Weeks 1–9):
Championship matches continue, with the top 16 teams advancing to the next stage.
Season 2 (Week 10–16): The Golden League Masters begins: - Week 10: Last 16, Leg 1 - Week 11: Last 16, Leg 2 - Week 12: Quarter-Finals, Leg 1 - Week 13: Quarter-Finals, Leg 2 - Week 14: Semi-Finals, Leg 1 - Week 15: Semi-Finals, Leg 2 - Week 16: GL Masters Final and Third-Place Playoff
The Masters stages showcase the Federation's best teams in a high-stakes knockout format.
History and Legacy
Since its inception, the Golden League has crowned 20 seasons of champions, with countless teams etching their names into HTUM lore. Managers have celebrated the thrill of last-minute wins, tactical comebacks, and underdog victories, all contributing to the rich history of the competition.
Winners List
The Golden League has a storied history, with champions crowned across both the Masters and Championship stages. The table below highlights the winners along with their respective countries:
| Season | GL Champions | GL Masters |
|---|---|---|
| GL 1 |  Polska Krosnianka Karpaty Krosno |
None |
| GL 2 |  Schweiz FC Rünenberg |
None |
| GL 3 |  Danmark MS Odense |
Polska Krosnianka Karpaty Krosno
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| GL 4 |  India Mighty Karak Chai FC |
 România FC X-Team
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| GL 5 |  England Rochdale United |
România FC X-Team
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| GL 6 |  Oceania Bellevue Barrage |
England Wincobank Ironopolis
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| GL 7 | Oceania Bellevue Barrage |
 Misr The Warriors of Sahura
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| GL 8 | Polska The Flaming Wodkas FC |
 Hanguk AS Uijeongbu 07
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| GL 9 |  Česká republika Horus Falcons |
Hanguk AS Uijeongbu 07
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| GL 10 | England The Lost Saxons |
Hanguk AS Uijeongbu 07
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| GL 11 | England Pond Street Nora |
Hanguk AS Uijeongbu 07
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| GL 12 | India Mighty Karak Chai FC |
Hanguk AS Uijeongbu 07
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| GL 13 |  Suriyah Laodicea ad Mare |
Hanguk AS Uijeongbu 07
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| GL 14 |  USA Turtle Pond Armada |
India Mighty Karak Chai FC
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| GL 15 | Suriyah Laodicea ad Mare |
Danmark MS Odense
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| GL 16 | Suriyah Laodicea ad Mare |
USA Turtle Pond Armada
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| GL 17 | USA Nisqually Olympique |
USA Turtle Pond Armada
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| GL 18 |  Deutschland The Damned United |
Suriyah Laodicea ad Mare
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| GL 19 | Championship Abandoned (see below) | Currently being decided |
The HTUM Challenge Trophy
The HTUM Challenge Trophy is one of the premier tournaments within the HTUM Managers' Federation. Created by Ballinho following the introduction of Hattrick's official tournaments, the Challenge Trophy has become a hallmark of competitive spirit and camaraderie among Federation members.
Winners Table
The table below highlights the most successful teams in the history of the HTUM Challenge Trophy (accurate to Nov 23rd 2024), along with their titles and appearances as runners-up:
| Team | Titles | Country |
|---|---|---|
| FC Prague Slivers | 12 | Česká republika
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| Horus Falcons | 11 | Česká republika
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| Krosnianka Karpaty Krosno | 7 | Polska
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| Steeple Sinderby Wanderers | 7 | USA
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| Los Mejores Fútbol Club | 6 |  Brasil
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| AFC Wirschtlstand | 5 |  Österreich
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| Wincobank Ironopolis | 5 | England
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| Viking Saerlose | 5 | Danmark
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| DorothyHyman | 4 | England
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| Dobrich United | 4 |  Bulgaria
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| cirstea | 4 |  Italia
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| Gibbo United | 4 | England
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| Super Troopers FC | 2 | England
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| FC Fionia 2019 | 2 | Danmark
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| Bellevue Barrage | 1 | Oceania
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| EVIL INCORPORATED | 1 | Oceania
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| Thunder Strokes | 1 |  Paraguay
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HTUM Monthly Tournament Series 2025
The HTUM Monthly Tournament Series is set to be one of the most exciting initiatives in 2025, featuring 12 diverse tournaments designed to challenge managers and squads in unique ways. Each month will bring a new competition with special rules, allowing managers to showcase their tactical brilliance and creativity.
Tournament Line-Up
| Image | Tournament Name | Details |
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🌟 January: New Year’s Resolution Cup | Format: Single Elimination (8 teams) – 3 weeksSpecial Rule: Fixed Formation Experience – All teams play as if they have excellent formation experience, leveling the tactical playing field. |
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❤️ February: Heart of the Club Cup | Format: Single Elimination (8 teams) – 3 weeksSpecial Rule: Homegrown Players Only – Only academy-trained players can participate. |
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🔥 March: March Madness Cup | Format: Double Elimination (8 teams) – 3 weeksSpecial Rule: No Restrictions – Pure tactical warfare with no limits! |
| File:SEApril200.png | 🤡 April: April Fool’s Cup | Format: Single Elimination (8 teams) – 3 weeksSpecial Rule: Power Rating Limit – Cap your team’s strength to level the playing field. |
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🌱 May: Blooming Talents Cup | Format: Single Elimination (8 teams) – 3 weeksSpecial Rule: Players aged 23 and under only – A tournament for rising stars. |
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🏆 June & July: Endurance League | Format: League with Playoffs (12 teams) – 7 weeksSpecial Rule: No restrictions – Can your team go the distance in this gruelling test of stamina? |
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☀️ August: Summer Showdown | Format: Single Elimination (8 teams) – 3 weeksSpecial Rule: Open to all players – A pride-filled tournament for ultimate glory. |
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⚽ September: Jumpers for Goalposts | Format: Single Elimination (8 teams) – 3 weeksSpecial Rule: Homegrown or Youngsters – A nostalgic challenge for grassroots football fans. |
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👻 October: Haunted HTU Cup | Format: Double Elimination (8 teams) – 3 weeksSpecial Rule: Power Rating Limit – Test your squad’s strategy in this spooky showdown. |
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❄️ November & December: Winter Warriors | Format: League with Playoffs (12 teams) – 7 weeksSpecial Rule: No restrictions – End the year with grit and glory in this endurance league. |
HTUM Blog
The HTUM Blog serves as the creative heart of the Hattrick United Managers Federation. Building upon the rich storytelling tradition of our former Hattrick United team blogs, the HTUM Blog continues to be a platform where managers share narratives that bring the game to life. The blog is created and maintained by LA-Lord_Bebbington.
Explore the HTUM Blog to discover:
- Golden League Chronicles: Follow the drama and glory of our flagship competition through detailed match reports and season summaries.
- Federation Features: Delve into articles highlighting standout clubs, managers, and events that define our community.
Whether you're interested in the latest match analyses or stories that capture the essence of our Federation, the HTUM Blog offers a wealth of content that reflects the passion and creativity of our members.
- Visit the HTUM Blog here: [1]
