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Rules for the 2012 KYSA Slurpee Cup
ELIGIBILITY:
Only teams affiliated with their provincial or state governing body are eligible to participate in the KYSA Slurpee Cup 2012!
REGISTRATION/TEAM PACKAGES:
A representative(s) of each team should register at the KYSA office on Friday, May 18th between the hours of 4:00pm and 9:00pm and collect their team package and submit their “official team roster” sheet, if not done already by fax or email. These packages will contain, amongst other things, final schedules, copies of the official tournament program, souvenir water bottles and free Slurpee coupons for each player. Please note: the KYSA office is located on the west side of the McArthur Island Park, beneath the Bread Garden Restaurant (look for sign directed to nearest parking lot).
In the event that a team representative cannot get to the KYSA office by 9:00pm Friday, the team packages will be available at the KYSA office from 9:00am to 4:00pm on Saturday, May 20th. However, KYSA must receive a copy of your team roster before your first game, either by hand delivery, fax or email.
The KYSA office is the “headquarters” for the tournament, and will be staffed throughout the weekend in the event of anyone needing assistance.
HOSPITALITY ROOM!
The Tournament Hospitality room, located adjacent to the Bread Garden Urban Grill Restaurant, will be open from 5:00pm to 9:00pm on Friday, May 18th. All team coaches and managers are invited to drop in and share in some light refreshments and “finger” foods.
TEAM ROSTERS:
Under-12 teams can carry up to 16 players.
Under-13 through Under-17 teams can carry up to 18 players.
Under-18 teams can carry up to 22 players.
Team rosters are frozen once your official team list has been submitted at tournament HQ. You can use the attached “Official Team Roster” and submit this form to the KYSA office staff when team managers or coaches register, if you havenʼt sent it in already. Remember, team roster sheets must be submitted to the KYSA office before your team plays its first game!
No players can be added to a team roster once the tournament commences. Players cannot play for more than one team in the tournament. Anyone found guilty of playing an ineligible player(s), could face a protest by the opposing team, and disciplinary action by the KYSA, which could include the forfeiture of points or even expulsion from the tournament. All players must be properly registered with the association they are representing.
It is very difficult to police the eligibility of all players on so many teams. Any player who is challenged regarding his or her age shall be required to provide proof-of-age to verify their eligibility to play in a particular division. We rely on the honesty and integrity of all coaches and managers to adhere to age restriction policies.
TEAM LISTS:
Team lists are NOT required for each individual game. Also, referees will not be checking ID cards before every game. However, in the event that a playerʼs eligibility is brought into question, either a BCSA Player ID card and/or a birth certificate must be available as a source of identification, if requested.
DURATION OF GAMES:
All games in the tournament consist of 2 x 30 minute halves, with a 10-minute half-time break. All teams must be ready to kick-off within five minutes of the scheduled time of a scheduled match. If for some reason, games do not start within five minutes of the scheduled kick-off, the referee may have to cut short the playing time so the match finishes on schedule.
There is no overtime played in any game. Teams that are tied on points at the end of round-robin play in round-robin groups are declared co-champions; final games ending in a tie will also result in both teams being declared co-champions.
SCORING:
Each team will receive 6 points for a win, three points for a tie. A “no-show” will result in the opponents being awarded six points for a default win. In instances where a team does not appear for their scheduled game, that team shall have 6 points deducted from their total at the end of round-robin play. Field marshals located at each venue are responsible for reporting scores (except for McArthur Island Park where referees report scores directly to the scorekeepers).
STANDINGS:
The results of matches will be recorded and tabulated on the KYSA Slurpee Cup web site (kysacup.com) AND on scoreboards located at the “tournament house” situated at the KYSA Office, nexy to field #2. If anyone is in doubt about their standings, come by the tournament office.
AWARDS:
Each team will be given four "bronze coloured" Slurpee Cup medals in their package. The coaching staff of each team is asked to present one medal per game to a player on the opposing team whom they consider was their most valuable player in each of the four games that each team will play in the tournament.
Championship medals will be awarded to each team finishing in first-place and second-place in each division. In divisions where a round-robin format is followed, the teams finishing in first- and second-place in the standings after round-robin games have been completed, receive awards. In divisions where two teams meet in a final after round-robin play has determined the finalists, both finalist teams receive medals. All medal presentations will take place in front of the bleachers next to Field #2 on McArthur Island Park.
If a winner is determined before the completion of a groupʼs scheduled games, in round-robin groups, medal presentations will take place as soon as a team has qualified for the awards.
In groups where standings will determine which team moves forward to final round games after the completion of round-robin play, the result of the match between the two teams in round-robin play shall determine the winner. In the event that the (round-robin) game ended in a draw, goals against shall be the next determining factor. In the event goals against cannot determine a winner, the team with the greater goal difference shall finish ahead. The fourth method of breaking a tie will be a coin toss!
UNIFORMS:
In the event that there is a color clash, the first-named team on the schedule is designated “home team” and is obliged to change shirts. It is recommended that if a team only carries one jersey, the team bring pinnies in the event of a colour clash.
GENERAL LAWS OF THE GAME:
Normal FIFA Laws will be applied in the tournament, with the following deviations: there will be unlimited substitutions, but only at a stoppage in play and with the refereeʼs consent. The KYSA adheres to FAIR PLAY codes and encourages all teams to play within the spirit and Laws of the Game! Team lists are not required for each individual game. Players who are suspended (either as a result of an automatic suspension or as a result of a tournament organizing committee suspension) are not eligible to participate. Any player currently under suspension from their parent association is not be eligible to participate in the 2012 KYSA Slurpee Cup Tournament.
FOUL PLAY:
Players or team officials receiving two yellow cards in one game must serve an automatic one-game suspension in their next scheduled game in the tournament. In the event that a player or team official is dismissed from a game (red carded), that individual must leave the vicinity of the playing field. Players receiving a red card (ejection from game) must serve an automatic one-game suspension. In the event that a player or team official receives more than one red card or is ejected more than once during the tournament, the KYSA organizing committee shall convene to determine an appropriate course of action/penalty. Referees are obliged to report all yellow and red card incidents.
Players accumulating 2 yellow cards in one game will be automatically suspended from their next game. Players accumulating 3 yellow cards in total are automatically suspended from their next game.
All disciplinary reports will be forwarded to the teamʼs/playerʼs parent association.
PROTESTS:
Any team wishing to file a protest on any game shall do so in writing, stating the grounds for the protest. The protest shall be signed by the team coach or manager. Protests shall be hand-delivered to the KYSA office within 1 hour (60 minutes) of the completion of the game being protested. KYSA officials shall rule on all protests and their decision shall be final. A $50 protest fee must accompany any protest. The fee will be refunded only if the protest is successful.
The objective of this tournament is for the boys and girls to have fun and enjoy playing the great game of soccer. While there is a competitive edge to any tournament, this is NOT LIFE OR DEATH competition and should not be treated as such!
COACHING POLICY:
All coaching must be conducted from the sidelines. Please coach within the spirit of the game with respect for your opponents, the referees and your fellow coaches. The tournament organizers recommend that each team and their supporters locate themselves on opposite sides of the playing field.
REFEREES:
The selection and appointment of referees and assistant referees for all matches is handled by the Kamloops Soccer Referees Association. Starting in 2011, referees and assistant referees will be provided for all U-16 to U-18 division games. Referees (and no assistant referees) will be supplied for all U-12 to U-15 games. All referees in the tournament are CSA/BCSA-certified game officials who actively officiate Kamloops and other BCSA-member districts.
BALL REQUIREMENTS:
Game balls are supplied by Umbro Canada, official equipment supplier to the KYSA. Teams should bring a supply of practice balls with them for pre-game warm ups.
Further detail on the location of these parks and maps can be found on the City of Kamloops web site at: webserver.kamloops.ca/imf/imf.jsp?site=Facility
UNDER-12 COMPETITION:
A reminder that competition in the Under-12 divisions in this yearʼs KYSA Slurpee Cup will be 8-a-side (Super 8s), including the GK. All normal Laws of the Game will be followed with the exception of the offside rule! Offsides will be called in the “attacking 3rd” of the field only. To assist the referees with calling offsides in this age group, a line will be marked approximately 25-30 yards out from the goal-line.
PARKING @ McARTHUR ISLAND:
Please be forewarned that with so many games taking place and other activities going on at the McArthur Island Park, parking can be a challenge. We suggest that if you are scheduled to play at the park during the tournament, you plan to arrive early to ensure you and your parents are able to find parking. There are no parking meters on McArthur Island.
FOOD CONCESSIONS:
The Bread Garden Restaurant chain provides all food services on McArthur Island. Their main restaurant will be open from 7:00am to 9:00pm both Saturday and Sunday. Their main restaurant (Bread Garden in the Park), is located on the second floor of the KYSA office building. The Bread Garden will also have a satellite concession (Sports Grill) open in the middle of McArthur Island Park, next to the baseball diamonds. The satellite concession will also be open from 9:00am to 5:00pm.
The Bread Garden will also be offering a BBQ at the main restaurant, from 11:00am to 2:00pm, each day.
T-SHIRTS:
Teams who have pre-ordered t-shirts for the tournament can pick them up at the KYSA office from 4:00 pm to 9:00pm, Friday, and from 9:00am to 4:00pm on Saturday. KYSA accepts all credit cards, cheques or cash payments. The KYSA will have some extra shirts available, over and above pre-tournament orders. However, supplies are limited. Shirts are being sold at $15 each.
CONTINGENCIES:
In any competitive tournament involving mass participation, there are always problems, issues or challenges that arise which may not be covered in these guidelines. In this event, the KYSA will do everything in its power to make fair and unprejudiced decisions. The Association reserves the right to enact policies or issue decrees that will deal with unforeseen circumstances and/or situations.
GARBAGE:
One of the biggest problems experienced at previous tournaments is the amount of garbage that is left in the area where the teams situate themselves on the sidelines. Please be sure to pick-up all garbage, bottles and tape after each game and place in garbage containers when your team leaves the field!
FIELD MARSHALS:
A clearly identified field marshals, all of whom will have cell phones, will be located at each complex. Field marshals report all scores to the tournament house where standings are tabulated and posted. Coaches do not have to report scores.
FIRST AID:
St. John Ambulance volunteers will be located next to the "tournament house" at McArthur Island (between Field #5 and #6) only. We regret there are not enough volunteers to cover all the fields being used for the tournament.
LOST AND FOUND:
Any items that are turned in, or found at any of the parks, will be collected at the KYSA office on McArthur Island.
FIELD LOCATIONS:
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