Q. Where will my games be played?
A. The majority of games will be played in and around Carlsbad, CA. In recent years, due to the popularity of our tournaments, games may be played anywhere in North County San Diego. Poinsettia Park is a good central location when looking at hotel options.
Q. Are there parking fees?
A. No, there are no parking fees at any of our locations.
Q. Is this a Stay and Play tournament?
A. If you’re traveling from outside of the 80-mile radius of Carlsbad, we require that you book your hotel through our partners at Traveling Teams. You may contact them directly with any questions you may have by emailing: shaun@travelingteams.com
Q. When is payment due?
A. Payment is due immediately. Your team will not be considered until payment is received. Once our brackets are full no more teams will be accepted.
Q. Can I pay by check?
A. No, payment must be made via card.
Q. What happens if we end up not being able to attend?
A. If you notify the tournament director prior to the registration deadline listed on the website, a refund minus administration fees will be issued. If you withdraw after the registration deadline, no refund will be issued.
Q. When is the roster freeze?
A. The Monday prior to the event is the final day to enter players to your roster ONLINE. We will print game cards on the Tuesday prior to the event. If you need to make a last-minute addition, you can add the player manually at check in with his/her player card.
Q. Will I have coaching conflicts?
A. We attempt to prevent as many coaching conflicts as possible. Unfortunately, with so many coaches bringing in multiple teams, we cannot guarantee all conflicts will be resolved. If you plan on bringing 3 or more teams, you will likely have conflicts. Please ensure the coach’s name is spelled the same on both team applications. E.g., Joe Bloggs and Joseph Bloggs will not show up as the same coach for scheduling purposes.
Q. Do you provide canopies and benches for the players?
A. We provide a canopy for all teams, but you are required to bring your own bench. If your team is flying in from out of state and cannot bring your own, please contact the tournament director who will be able to help accommodate.
Q. When will the schedule be released?
A. We aim to release the schedule no later than 7 days prior to the event start date.
Q. What do we need to check our team in?
A. All teams must have up to date US Club, USYSA, AYSO or USAAA player cards. Official rosters for Girls Academy or MLS Next teams are acceptable. We will print your game cards and have them ready for you at initial check in. Only the team manager needs to be in attendance for check in.
Q. What happens if my player doesn’t have a player card?
A. Unfortunately, due to insurance purposes, if your player doesn’t have a player card or isn’t on your official roster for academy teams, then they cannot play.
Q. What happens if weather or field safety ends the tournament early?
A. If games cannot be rescheduled or played due to rain or other circumstances, the Tournament Director will make refund adjustments and retains the right to keep up to one-third (1/3) of the team fee to cover expenses. If a minimum of 2 games have been completed then no refund will be given.
Q. What if my score is incorrect?
A. Please email the tournament director with your game number and correct score and we will manually adjust this for you.
Q. Who makes the final in my bracket?
A:
- Flight of 4 teams: 1 bracket, top 2 teams with most overall points will play in the championship game
- Flight of 6 teams: 2 brackets of 3 teams. Each team in one bracket will play all teams in the opposing bracket. Top 2 highest point scorers between the 6 teams will play in the championship game
- Flight of 8 teams: 2 brackets of 4 teams. Each bracket plays everyone within their bracket. The winners of each bracket will meet in the Championship game