FC Schalke 04 hosted the Grundschul-Cup 2026 on June 15 and 16 on the club's grounds. A total of 31 elementary schools from Gelsenkirchen participated and experienced a true football festival. Long-time S04 partner HRS provided each team with a complete set of jerseys. Matthias Tillmann, chairman of FC Schalke 04, thanked HRS CEO Tobias Ragge for the jersey donation. Tobias Ragge took on the support with full conviction and emphasized the importance of the Grundschul-Cup for the city and the region. On Monday, the girls played for the cup victory - with great success. 29 teams and over 300 students from Gelsenkirchen's elementary schools participated. The sports helpers from the comprehensive school acted as impartial referees and ensured fair games and a smooth process. After an exciting final, the team from the Wiehagenschule won 3:2 against the Grundschule Lanferbach. Marcus Schultewolter, spokesperson for the Gelsenkirchen elementary schools, emphasized the importance of the Grundschul-Cup for women's sports in Gelsenkirchen. On Tuesday, the boys followed. 360 more young players provided a great atmosphere. The team from the elementary school on Hohenfriedberger Straße won the cup after a 5:1 victory against the KGS Barbaraschule. Teacher Thomas Thoben was overjoyed and thanked FC Schalke 04 for organizing the tournament. The Grundschul-Cup 2026 was a complete success and will be repeated in the future. The jerseys will be used sustainably and will be used in future sports classes.