--- title: "The Christopher Ward Cup: Football for Better Mental Health in Construction" description: Mindflow and Christopher Ward launch a national five-a-side football tournament for UK construction teams - building stronger minds through teamwork and sport. image: https://mindflow.charity/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/Screenshot%202025-10-27%20143856-3.jpg --- This is a search field with an auto-suggest feature attached. - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. [![Mindflow logo](https://mindflow.charity/hubfs/Brand/Mindflow%20logo%20dark.svg) ](https://mindflow.charity) Who we are [Who we are Discover our mission and how we work ](https://mindflow.charity/who-we-are) [Our approach How we use football to shift site culture ](https://mindflow.charity/our-approach) [Our trustees Meet the team tackling stigma in construction ](https://mindflow.charity/our-trustees) [Our champions The football legends backing mental health change ](https://mindflow.charity/our-champions) Get involved [The Mindflow Charter Setting a clear standard for site wellbeing ](https://mindflow.charity/join-the-charter) [Mindflow Match-Ups On-site conversations that could save lives ](https://mindflow.charity/matchups) [Join Mindflow United We're recruiting a first-team squad ](https://mindflow.charity/mindflow-united) [Other ways to support us Donate, partner, or get your team involved ](https://mindflow.charity/partner-with-us) [ Need support? ](https://mindflow.charity/support-services) [ Blog ](https://mindflow.charity/blog) [ Contact ](https://mindflow.charity/contact-us) October 27th 2025 # The Christopher Ward Cup: football for better mental health ![The Christopher Ward Cup: Football for Better Mental Health in Construction](https://mindflow.charity/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/Screenshot%202025-10-27%20143856-3.jpg?width=1600&height=1000&name=Screenshot%202025-10-27%20143856-3.jpg) Construction teams across the UK — it’s time to lace up. Mindflow and Christopher Ward have teamed up to launch the first-ever **Christopher Ward Cup**: a national five-a-side football tournament for the construction industry. It’s open to any company working with our [Mental Health Charter](https://mindflow.charity/join-the-charter) or receiving [Match-Ups.](https://mindflow.charity/matchups) This isn’t just about goals and glory. It’s about moving together, building trust, and getting people talking — because every stronger team is a step towards better mental health. ### A partnership with purpose The Christopher Ward Cup builds on our new partnership with [Christopher Ward](https://www.christopherward.com/), the UK’s largest watchmaker. Through their 2% for GOOD initiative, they’re donating 2% of annual profits to causes that create lasting change — including our mission to tackle the mental health crisis in construction. Together, we’re using football to spark real conversations, break down stigma, and connect workers with support on site. The Christopher Ward Cup is one way that commitment becomes action. Read more about the partnership [here](https://mindflow.charity/blog/mindflow-and-christopher-ward). ### What is the Christopher Ward Cup? A five-a-side tournament for construction teams who are part of the Mindflow community. Physical activity is proven to boost mental well-being — and this gives workers a reason to train, connect, and work towards something bigger than themselves. [![Mindflow_Christopher_Ward_Cup_Information](https://mindflow.charity/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/Mindflow_Christopher_Ward_Cup_Information.jpg?width=1112&height=783&name=Mindflow_Christopher_Ward_Cup_Information.jpg)](https://746800.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/746800/Christopher%20Ward%20Cup%20toolkit.pdf) [Learn more about the Christopher Ward Cup](https://746800.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/746800/Christopher%20Ward%20Cup%20toolkit.pdf). ### When and where? The final of the Christopher Ward Cup takes place in May 2026 at a top-tier venue in the North West — the same region where Christopher Ward helped fund our first Match-Ups pilot. ### Who can enter? Any construction company that’s signed the [Mental Health Charte](https://mindflow.charity/join-the-charter)r or hosted a [Match-Ups ](https://mindflow.charity/matchups)session. ### What do teams get? - A toolkit with training tips and posters to rally your team - A chance to compete with companies from across the UK - The opportunity to be crowned the first Christopher Ward Cup champions ### Why the Christopher Ward Cup matters Every working day, two construction workers take their own lives. We know team culture can save lives — but only if we build it. The Christopher Ward Cup is one way we start: by showing up, pulling together, and making mental health part of the game. ### Ready to join the Christopher Ward Cup? Pull on your boots. Kick off your training. And we’ll see you at the final in May.   ###### Help bring mental health to the heart of construction. ###### Explore how you can get involved at [www.mindflow.charity](https://mindflow.charity/) ###### Want to stay in the loop?  [Sign up to our newsletter here →](https://mindflow.charity/subscribe) Join our mailing list [ Subscribe here ](https://mindflow.charity/subscribe) Popular articles - [ The Christopher Ward Cup: football for better mental health ](https://mindflow.charity/blog/the-christopher-ward-cup-football-for-better-mental-health) - [ Running for a Legacy: Harry Blight’s Challenge for Mindflow in Memory of His Father ](https://mindflow.charity/blog/running-for-a-legacy-harry-blights-challenge-for-mindflow-in-memory-of-his-father) - [ VolkerStevin Joins Mindflow United to Champion Mental Health in Construction ](https://mindflow.charity/blog/volkerstevin-joins-mindflow-united-to-champion-mental-health-in-construction) - [ Mindflow hosts a Match-Up session in Manchester with Domis Construction ](https://mindflow.charity/blog/mindflow-hosts-a-match-up-session-at-domis-construction-in-manchester) Share [![Share on linkedin](https://mindflow.charity/hubfs/raw_assets/public/causeway-theme/images/icons/linkedin_social.svg) ](http://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://mindflow.charity/blog/the-christopher-ward-cup-football-for-better-mental-health&utm_medium=social&utm_source=linkedin) [![Share on twitter](https://mindflow.charity/hubfs/raw_assets/public/causeway-theme/images/icons/twitter_social.svg) ](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?original_referer=https://mindflow.charity/blog/the-christopher-ward-cup-football-for-better-mental-health&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter&url=https://mindflow.charity/blog/the-christopher-ward-cup-football-for-better-mental-health&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter&source=tweetbutton&text=The%20Christopher%20Ward%20Cup:%20football%20for%20better%20mental%20health) [![Share on facebook](https://mindflow.charity/hubfs/raw_assets/public/causeway-theme/images/icons/facebook_social.svg) ](http://www.facebook.com/share.php?u=https://mindflow.charity/blog/the-christopher-ward-cup-football-for-better-mental-health&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook) ![Copy to clipboard](https://mindflow.charity/hubfs/raw_assets/public/causeway-theme/images/icons/link_social.svg) ## Related articles Mindflow News ![HMS Joins Mindflow United to Champion Mental Health in Construction](https://mindflow.charity/hubfs/Blog%20pic%203-1.jpg) July 7th 2026 ### HMS Joins Mindflow United to Champion Mental Health in Construction Mindflow is proud to announce a new partnership with HMS, who join as the latest member of Mindflow United, to tackle mental health in construction. [Discover more](https://mindflow.charity/blog/hms-joins-mindflow-united-to-champion-mental-health-in-construction) Mindflow Charter ![Running for a Legacy: Harry Blight’s Challenge for Mindflow in Memory of His Father](https://mindflow.charity/hubfs/Harry%20Blight%20Pic-1.jpg) June 3rd 2026 ### Running for a Legacy: Harry Blight’s Challenge for Mindflow in Memory of His Father Harry Blight is running in memory of his father to raise awareness of mental health in construction and support Mindflow's life-saving work. [Discover more](https://mindflow.charity/blog/running-for-a-legacy-harry-blights-challenge-for-mindflow-in-memory-of-his-father) Mindflow Charter ![Mindflow Announces New Charity Partnership with Black Capital Group](https://mindflow.charity/hubfs/Mindflow_9%20image-1.png) May 11th 2026 ### Mindflow Announces New Charity Partnership with Black Capital Group Mindflow announces a new charity partnership with Black Capital Group, launching during Mental Health Awareness Week. 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