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Dates of stay:
from 15-20 March
Dates of matches:
16-19 March
Categories in this tournament:
Boys:
U19-U17-U15-U13-U11*; Girls:U15-U17 and Ladies-Senior.
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Programme
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Organizers |
Competition system |
Pitches |
Our area |
Documents |
Categories & rules
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Accommodation
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Transportation |
Prices |
Tournaments
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PROGRAMME:
Day 1
Arrival in Spain.
Check in 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: begin first round matches.
Day 3
Continue first
round matches.
Day 4
Play-off matches.
Day 5
Semi finals and
finals. In the evening, prize-giving ceremony. Non-qualified
teams, will have the chance to go on an excursion (**) i.e., to
Figueres and the Museo Dalí, or Barcelona and the Camp Nou Stadium, or enjoy the natural beauty of the
the area. Travel by boat along the most spectacular coastline in
Spain; visit one of the villages nearby or travel to the famous
Universal Studios Theme Park of Port Aventura (about 2hrs 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
(**) Excursions NOT included
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Sagrada
Família (Barcelona) |
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F.C. Barcelona |
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ORGANIZERS
The Tournament is organized by Racing Blanes FC, a member of the
Catalan Football Federation, special event organisers, 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
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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 2008
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U19 |
Born from 1.1.89
to 31.12.90 |
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U17 |
Born from 1.1.91
to 31.12.92 (Girls play 7-a-side) |
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U15 |
Born from 1.1.93
to 31.12.94 (Girls play 7-a-side) |
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U13 |
Born from 1.1.95
to 31.12.96 |
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U11*
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Born from 1.1.97
to 31.12.98 |
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Dispensation: U19
- a maximum of 4 players born 1988 are allowed |
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*Play 7-a-side |
ACCOMMODATION - HOTELS
The hotels are all in the 3-star category, situated in the towns
of Lloret 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 at the hotels are served mostly buffet-style. 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 packed-lunch from the hotel the day before.
IMPORTANT:
On arrival, the
Hotel will request a mandatory deposit of €15,00 from each per person
in
the group. This is a guarantee 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.
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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 into the airports of BARCELONA-GIRONA and
BARCELONA. The towns of Lloret de Mar, Blanes and
Malgrat/Santa Susanna are only 30 minutes away from Girona
airport and approx 70 minutes from Barcelona. There are
several low-cost airlines operating flights from the UK, Ireland,
Italy, Holland, Scandinavia and Germany. 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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PRICE
(Per person)
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PROGRAMME |
EUROS
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5 nights stay for
youth categories and followers |
€185,00
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Registration fee -
per team |
€100,00
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Single room
supplement - per day |
€16,00 |
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1/4 L. wine +
water during meals -per P.p.day |
€3,80 |
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Extended stay, per
night with full board |
€27,00 |
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Insurance - not
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PRICE INCLUDES:
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Participation in the tournament
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Opening ceremony.
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Reception for team
managers.(*) Max. 2 p/team.
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Minimum of 3 matches per team.
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Artificial grass or grass pitches.
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Official referees
of the Catalan Federation
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Accommodation with
full board in 3*** star Hotels
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Bilingual information and assistance during the competition.
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Prize-giving ceremony.
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Participation medal for all players
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One person free for every 25 paying.
*Time permitting
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Reservations |
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