Copa Costa Brava I - 2008 - Spain

International Football Tournaments

Dates of stay: from 11-16 October 

Dates of matches: 12-15 October

Categories in this tournament: Boys: U19-U17-U15-U13-U11*


             | Programme | Organizers | Competition system | Pitches | Our area | Documents | Categories & rules |

| Accommodation |  Assistance | Transportation | Prices | Tournaments |
 

PROGRAMME:

Day 1

Arrival in Spain. Check in at the Hotel; briefing and distribution of tournament schedule. Evening: official reception (*) for team delegates (2 per team).

Day 2

Morning: opening ceremony of the tournament. Afternoon: commencement of first round matches.

Day 3

Second round matches continue as per tournament schedule.

Day 4

Third round matches as per tournament schedule.

Day 5

Quarter -semifinals and finals. In the evening, prize-giving ceremony. Teams that have not classified, will have the chance to go on several excursions (**) i.e., to Barcelona, taking in F.C.'s Barcelona stadium " Camp Nou" or Figueres and the Dalí Museum , or travel by boat along the most spectacular coastline in Spain; visit one the villages nearby or travel to the famous Universal Studios Theme Park of Port Aventura (about 2 hrs and 45 minutes away).

Day 6

Departure.

NOTE: Matches will be organized so that teams have enough time to enjoy some excursions and visits.
*Time permitting
 

Sagrada Família (Barcelona)

F.C. Barcelona

ORGANIZERS

The Tournaments are organized by Club Racing Blanes FC, a member of the Catalan Football Federation, special event organizers, in cooperation with the official referee's association of Girona, and Sport Contact International. The tournament follows the regulations of the Catalan and Spanish football federation and FIFA/UEFA.

PITCHES

Artificial grass and grass pitches. NO metal studs allowed. Teams are requested to bring the appropriate boots to play.
Matches will be played mainly in Blanes but can also be played in Malgrat, Pineda, Calella and other towns in the area.
 

OUR AREA

Matches will be played in the Costa Brava area, mainly in Blanes, Pineda, Lloret and Calella and/or other towns in the vicinity. The Costa Brava, is known for its many amenities. There is a large selection of discos, bars, restaurants to choose from, sandy beaches and breathtaking views. There are also many interesting excursion possibilities to do if you want to get to know the surrounding area and have a good time such as Barcelona and the Camp Nou, Girona, several theme parks, Dali's Museum etc.

DOCUMENTS & RULES

On arrival you will be given an information folder containing documents and rules of the tournament together with final playing groups and kick-off times. Player must bring an official document as proof of age (ID card, passport or FA card).

EQUIPMENT
Players must bring at least 2 different numbered shirts.
 

COMPETITION SYSTEM

Matches will be played in a league format in groups of mainly of 4 teams each; groups of 3 or 5 teams may also be possible. The organizers can change formats at their discretion.  A maximum of 6 matches could be played. A minimum of 3 matches are guaranteed under any competition format.

Exceptionally, teams may have to play 2 matches on the same day or one after the other.

POINTS

Match won: 3 points; match drawn: 1 point; match lost: 0 points

SportContact

SportContact

GROUP CLASSIFICATION

1) Best goal average
2) Most goals scored
3) Result of return match
4) Draw

LENGTH OF MATCHES

U19-U17-U15-U13, Seniors and Girls: 2x20 minutes.
U11: 2x15 minutes
 

TROPHIES

- One cup for each team from 1st to 4th place in each category.
- One Fair Play Cup per tournament.
- One participation medal per player.
- One trophy for best goal keeper in the tournament
- One trophy for the best scorer in the tournament

TOTAL AMOUNT OF PLAYERS

Maximum of 18 in all categories

SUBSTITUTES/CHANGES

A total of 4 players and 1 goalkeeper per match. The substituted players cannot play again in the same match. Substitutes shall be brought in to play by advising the referee. For U11, Seniors and Girls, no limit to substitutions.

CATEGORIES AND RULES OF THIS TOURNAMENT (SEASON 2008/9)

ACCOMMODATION - HOTELS

The hotels are all in the 3-star category, situated in the towns of Lloret, Tossa de Mar, Blanes or Malgrat/ Santa Susanna, at approx., one hour from the city of Barcelona. Accommodation: approx., 50% of the group will be accommodated in twin-bedded rooms and 50% in 3-bedded (or 4 bedded rooms -if desired - Pls. note 3 and 4-bedded rooms are twin rooms with extra bed/beds). Services: all our hotels feature at least a swimming pool, TV room, bar and cafeteria. All rooms are with bath en suite. Meals: based on full-board from dinner on arrival day to lunch on departure (can be changed to suit your arrival/departure arrangements). All meals are served mostly buffet-style in the hotel where you are staying. Drinks are not included but can be organized for a nominal amount. Depending on the times of matches it may sometime be necessary to have to order a picnic lunch on the day before.

IMPORTANT: On arrival, the Hotel will request a mandatory deposit of €15,00 per person for the whole group. This is a guaranty against possible damages to property that any member of the group might cause in the Hotel. The deposit will be reimbursed on departure after the completion of a routine check.

Blanes - Costa Brava

. Lloret - Costa Brava

ASSISTANCE

A committee, specialized in sport events oversees the organization of your stay. You may also have your personal bilingual assistant with your team throughout your stay if you wish. (At extra cost).
 

TRANSPORTATION
When you choose your transportation to Spain, consider also the possibility of flying to the airports of BARCELONA-GIRONA and BARCELONA. The towns of Lloret, Blanes and Malgrat/Santa Susanna are only 30 minutes away. There are several low-cost airlines operating flights from the UK, Ireland, Italy, Germany, Holland and Scandinavia. We can arrange transfers and general transportation within Spain on request.
 

NOTE:

The registered teams undertake to participate in this sports competition at their own risks and decline  to take any action whatsoever against the organizers and/or Sports Contact International, including any claims for personal injuries, damages to property, loss or theft.   Prices do NOT include insurance. Players and participants are advised to subscribe an insurance policy to cover risks.

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PRICES

(Per person)

PRICE INCLUDES:

• Participation in the tournament 

• Opening ceremony. 

• Reception for team managers.(*) Max. 2 p/team. 

• Minimum of 3 matches per team.  

• Artificial grass or grass pitches.

• Official referees of the Catalan Federation

• Accommodation with full board in 3*** star Hotels

• Bilingual information and assistance during the competition.

• Prize-giving ceremony.

• Participation medal for all players 

• One person free for every 25 paying.

*Time permitting

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>>RESULTS<<

>>CHAMPIONS<<

SPORT CONTACT INTERNATIONAL

Sport Contact International, organizes football tournaments and friendlies in Spain since 1992. We work in conjunction with Racing Blanes F.C., C.D. Blanes, and several other Clubs -all members of the Catalan Football Federation. A special events team in cooperation with the official referee's association of Girona and the support of local authorities make our tournaments and friendly matches an exciting experience. Our activities take place in the Costa Brava coast, just one hour away to the north of Barcelona.


Teams from different countries have played in our tournaments: Algiers, Belgium, England, Finland, Grece, France, Germany, Holland, Italy, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Portugal, Sweden, Switzerland and Spain, which give our tournaments a truly international character.

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