Tournament Rules and Entry Guidelines

1. Team Registration

• Eligibility: Teams must consist of a minimum of 5 players (1 goalkeeper and 4 field players) and a maximum roster of 7 players.

• Entry Fee: Each team must pay the entry fee by the registration deadline.

• No Refund Policy: All entry fees are non-refundable.

• Registration Deadline: All teams must register and pay the entry fee by deadline.

• Team Roster: Teams must submit a complete roster of players upon registration. Changes to the roster after registration must be approved by tournament officials.

2. Tournament Format

• Type: Our tournaments will be a combination of pool play and knockout stages and single-elimination format.

• Number of Teams: A maximum of 32 teams will be accepted.

• Game Duration: Each match will consist of a total of 30 minutes of play with no breaks in between.

• Match Timing: Matches will be scheduled according to the official tournament schedule.

• Minimum Players to Start: Games may begin with a minimum of 4 players on the field (1 goalkeeper and 3 field players).

3. Game Rules

• Field Size: The field dimensions will be 50 ft by 100 ft.

• Officiating: Each game will be officiated by 1 referee.

• Substitutions: Unlimited substitutions are allowed and can be made during any dead ball situation (e.g., goal kicks, throw-ins, free kicks). Teams must notify the referee of any substitutions being made.

• Fouls and Penalties: Standard soccer rules apply regarding fouls, free kicks, and penalties.

• Forfeiture: To keep on schedule, the clock will start on time. If a team is not on the field within the first 5-minute window of their scheduled match time, they will forfeit the game.

4. Conduct

• Sportsmanship: All players, coaches, and spectators are expected to display good sportsmanship. Any unsportsmanlike conduct may result in penalties or disqualification.

• Zero Tolerance Policy: There is a zero-tolerance policy for abuse and violence. Any instances of abusive behavior or violent actions will result in immediate disqualification from the tournament.

• Disputes: Any disputes must be reported to tournament officials immediately. Their decision will be final.

5. Advancement

• Advancement: The winning team of each elimination match will advance to the next round until a champion is determined.

• Tiebreakers: If a match ends in a tie, the winner will be decided by a coin toss conducted by the referee.

6. Prizes

• Awards: Prizes will be awarded based on 50% of the total money brought in by entry fees of the division.

• Example Calculation:

  • If there are 32 teams, each paying an entry fee of $500:

  • Total Entry Fees = 32×500=16,000
    Total Prizes=0.50×16,000=8,000

  • Thus, the total prize pool will be $8,000, awarded/ donated to the winning team of the tournament.

7. Miscellaneous

• Weather Policy: In case of inclement weather, tournament officials reserve the right to modify the schedule or format as necessary.

• Liability Waiver: All players must sign a liability waiver before participating in the tournament.

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Conclusion

By entering the tournament, all teams agree to abide by these rules. Any changes or updates to the rules will be communicated to all registered teams.