12th Annual NSSA Sanctioned
Norfolk Express Soccer Tournament
All teams must send entries before May 27, 2009.
Join us at the newly completed 9-field
Norfolk Airpark Soccer Complex featuring the beautiful
Pepsi-Cola Concession Plaza
with indoor restroom facilities and the
Northeast Nebraska Orthopaedics Medalist Pavilion.
EACH FIELD WILL HAVE PLAYER'S BENCHES AND CANOPIES FOR EACH TEAM TO USE! NO NEED TO HAUL YOUR OWN TENT OR BENCH -
JUST COME READY TO PLAY SOME GREAT SOCCER!
OTHER FEATURES:
• New level grassy fields with new regulation goals
• On-site athletic trainers and medical support
• Golf-cart transportation between parking lot / fields for those who require it
• Tournament t-shirt and sweatshirt sales
• One of the few tournaments to offer U8 divisions
with medals awarded to all participants
• First, second, and third place medals awarded
as well as first place trophy for all other divisions
• USSF certified referees
• Site supervisors present during all games
• Plenty of shaded area
• Free tournament t-shirt if registered by deadline
FORMAT: Tournament is open to classic and recreational teams. Each team will play a minimum of 3 games. Competition will begin at 6:00 pm on Friday and conclude on Sunday.. A three person referee system is guaranteed for all matches of U13 and above. No referee abuse will be tolerated. Play will be governed by the FIFA Laws of the Game except where amended by US Youth Soccer Rules of Play and/or Tournament Rules.
ELIGIBILITY AND AGE GROUPS: Any team in good standing with its state soccer association is welcome. Tournament roster may include 3 guest players. Teams are based on USSF/USYSA age groups for boys and girls (U-8 through U-19); age groups may be combined. Age groups of U13 and above will use 3 referees.
Every effort will be made to have 3 referees for other age groups.
Required upon check-in:
State roster
Laminated player pass with picture
Medical release/waiver forms
Travel papers for out of state teams
Age Groups |
Type of Teams |
|
Roster Size |
Ball Size |
Game Length* |
U8 |
Recreational |
5 V 5 |
10 |
3 |
40 minutes |
U9 – U10 |
Recreational and Classic |
6 V 6 |
12 |
4 |
50 minutes |
U11 – U12 |
Recreational and Classic |
8 V 8 |
16 |
4 |
60 minutes |
U13 – U19 |
Recreational and Classic |
11 V 11 |
18 |
5 |
70 minutes |
* If inclement weather, the Director will have the authority to relocate/reschedule games or cancel all or part without penalty.
APPLICATION: The tournament entry form, a player roster (may include three guest players), and the appropriate entry fee (see below) must be submitted by May 27, 2009. A free t-shirt will be provided to each team that submits their application prior to May 27. Teams withdrawing from the tournament after acceptance will forfeit application fee unless a replacement team is found by the withdrawing team.
Upon check-in, teams will be required to furnish the following: 1) State roster, 2) Laminated 2008-09 player pass with picture, 3) Medical release/waiver forms, and 4) Travel papers for out of state teams.
COST AND AWARDS: Entry fee covers costs for referees, games, fields, and awards.
U8 - $125 Participation medals
U9 – U10 - $225 1st – Team trophy and medals, 2nd & 3rd – Medals
U11 – U12 - $275 1st – Team trophy and medals, 2nd & 3rd - Medals
U13 – U14 - $290 1st – Team trophy and medals, 2nd & 3rd – Medals
U15 – U16 - $300 1st – Team trophy and medals, 2nd & 3rd – Medals
U17 – U19 - $325 1st – Team trophy and medals, 2nd & 3rd – Medals
Games will be considered complete if one half has been completed and the Game Director stops play. If all or a portion of the Tournament is cancelled due to good cause, refunds will be issued as follows: No games played - 30%, one game played - 20%, two games played 10% of total cost.
DEADLINE: May 27, 2009 -- Mail completed entry form and check (payable to Norfolk Soccer Club) to: Norfolk Soccer Club, c/o Diane Becker 83221 553rd Avenue Madison, NE 68748. An acceptance letter will be sent to the coach.
QUESTIONS: Contact the Tournament Director, Diane Becker at 402-454-3568 or email becker@bkrdesign.com
Refund Policy: If withdrawing after acceptance into tournament, a refund will be given if a replacement team is found by the withdrawing team. Only USSF certified referees will be used. There will be no tolerance for referee abuse.
Motel/Hotel and Local Attraction Information
for the 2009 Norfolk Soccer Club Tournament
EcoLux
1909 Krenzien Dr.
402-371-7157
Indoor pool, whirlpool, exercise room,
few rooms w/ fridges, continental breakfast.
(West Hwy 275)
Hampton Inn
904 S. 20th Street
402-379-3585
Indoor pool, whirlpool, fitness center, laundry,
microwave & fridge, iron, hairdryers, hot/cold complimentary breakfast, free wireless Internet.
Holiday Inn Express
920 S. 20th Street
402-379-1524
Indoor pool, whirlpool, fitness center, game room,
complimentary breakfast buffet with 35 items,
iron, hairdryers, wireless Internet, on-site laundry.
Norfolk Country Inn
1201 S. 13th St
402-371-4430 toll free: 800-233-0733
Outdoor pool, continental breakfast, Internet access,
on-site restaurant and lounge, fridge/microwaves
available for $1/each.
Norfolk Lodge & Suites
4200 W. Norfolk Ave. (W. Hwy 275)
402-379-3833
toll free: 888-355-0553
Indoor pool; in-room coffee/microwave/wet bar/iron;
exercise facility; deluxe complimentary breakfast;
100% smoke-free rooms; on-site restaurant, sandbar and grill, driving range, miniature golf.
New Victorian Inn
1001 W. Omaha Ave.
402-379-3035 I
indoor pool/hot tub/exercise room with sauna open 24
hours, fridge/microwave in every room, 26 item complimentary breakfast, Internet access.
Super 8
1223 Omaha Ave.
402-379-2220
Complimentary superstart continental breakfast, wireless
Internet, microwaves/fridges available, iron, coffee/tea available 24 hours, desk is open 24 hours, pets $10 extra.
Map to Complex
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