Tournament Day Guide

Welcome! Please make sure you’ve read the Rules Page first as some of the information overlaps here, but knowing the rules is crucial.

What to Expect on the Day

Wondering what happens, what to bring, or who to bring? This guide has all your answers.
This page is specific to tournaments held at the Windsor Bubble, North Vancouver:

Address:
931 Broadview Dr, North Vancouver, BC V7H 2E9

Key Times

• Arrival Time: No later than 8:30 am. Kickoff is at 9:00 am sharp.
• Departure Time: We aim to finish by 5:00 pm, with the awards ceremony ending around 4:15–4:30 pm. Please stay for the awards unless you’ve given prior notice.

What to Bring

• Clothing:

  • Warm clothes for downtime—it can get cold inside.
  • Turf boots are recommended; cleats (non-metal) are acceptable.
  • Long socks and shin pads are mandatory.
  • A sport shirt and shorts are suggested, but pinnies (provided) must be worn.
  • Spare clothes (for midday or end-of-day changes).

• Essentials:

  • Water—there’s no refill station on-site.
  • Snacks and lunch—there’s no set lunchtime, but teams have breaks between games. Avoid heavy meals due to the short breaks.

Game Logistics

1. Where to Wait:

   • There’s no designated spectator area. Players should wait near their game pitch 5 minutes before their match:
     • Pitch A: Closest to the entrance.
     • Pitch C: Furthest from the entrance.

2. Spectators:

   • Spectators are allowed but seating is limited. They will need to sit on benches or around the pitch perimeter.

3. Schedules:

   • Check live fixtures and results online. Links will be shared. Please don’t use the laptop directly.
   • Fixture sheets with QR codes will also be posted for scanning.

4. Refereeing:

   • Each team is responsible for providing referees based on the schedule. Captains should organize who will referee.
   • Referees will mostly record goal scorer numbers and use handheld whistles for fouls.

5. League Table and Scoring:

   • The league table updates automatically when scores are entered.
   • Top scorer rankings update too, but there may be slight delays in sorting them.

6. Game Duration:

   • Regular Season Games: 16 minutes each (potentially 15, depending on time). Referees can add 1 minute if needed.
   • Playoff Games: 15 minutes each.
   • Every team will play a minimum of 9 games (6 in the regular season).

Tournament Format and Teams

• The tournament uses a ranking system designed to make matches competitive and fun for everyone, regardless of skill level.
• An awards ceremony will be held at the end of the tournament with prizes for players of all abilities.
• Teams are not final until kickoff. Adjustments may be made to balance the tournament if necessary, though this is rare.

General Notes

• Venue Rules:
  • Do not touch the Mac or go behind the bar—only designated personnel can manage fixtures and results.
  • Referees should place scorecards in the designated spot on the table. If a referee is playing in the next game, they should hand the scorecard to someone else to bring up.

Most importantly, have fun! Enjoy the day filled with soccer, camaraderie, and competition. Let’s make it a great tournament!