WIN TOURNAMENT FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
GAMES
What is the game format?
All teams will play 6 vs 6 INCLUDING goalie. Games are 24 minutes long and teams play a minimum of 4 games. See Official Rules for complete tournament rules.
What kind of surface are the games played on?
U9 through U11 teams will play indoors in the Staples Field House and Gym. No cleats will be allowed to be worn for any indoor games. (See safety below). U12 through U18 teams will play outdoors on synthetic turf fields, 30' x 50'.
What is the game format?
All teams will play 6 vs 6 INCLUDING goalie. Games are 24 minutes long and teams play a minimum of 4 games. See Official Rules for complete tournament rules.
What kind of surface are the games played on?
U9 through U11 teams will play indoors in the Staples Field House and Gym. No cleats will be allowed to be worn for any indoor games. (See safety below). U12 through U18 teams will play outdoors on synthetic turf fields, 30' x 50'.
ROSTERS
Roster Size?
Roster size is limited to twenty (20) players. Teams may include up to twenty (20) players as long as the minimum number of players is fielded for each match. All teams must field a minimum of six (6) players for each match.
How do I certify a roster?
After a club registrar creates a tournament roster, they then submit it to the district registrar for approval/certification. This needs to be done, otherwise it is an unapproved roster. This can be done electronically but don't wait until the last minute.
Can I split my team and enter two tournament teams?
Yes, but you must supply a certified tournament roster for both teams. Crossing out names on a roster to make two teams is not acceptable. The team should decide prior to going to the tournament, who is participating on which tournament team, then create two tournament rosters. That makes it clear to all involved, who is playing on a particular team.
Roster Size?
Roster size is limited to twenty (20) players. Teams may include up to twenty (20) players as long as the minimum number of players is fielded for each match. All teams must field a minimum of six (6) players for each match.
How do I certify a roster?
After a club registrar creates a tournament roster, they then submit it to the district registrar for approval/certification. This needs to be done, otherwise it is an unapproved roster. This can be done electronically but don't wait until the last minute.
Can I split my team and enter two tournament teams?
Yes, but you must supply a certified tournament roster for both teams. Crossing out names on a roster to make two teams is not acceptable. The team should decide prior to going to the tournament, who is participating on which tournament team, then create two tournament rosters. That makes it clear to all involved, who is playing on a particular team.
REGISTRATION IS CLOSED. contact: [email protected]
You can register on a computer or on your cell phone by downloading the TeamSnap Tournaments App.
You can register on a computer or on your cell phone by downloading the TeamSnap Tournaments App.
MEDICAL FORM & COVID WAIVER
For convenience, we offer a TEAM med form that one responsible party (club registrar prefered) can sign on behalf of the team.
CLICK HERE FOR THE WIN TEAM MED FORM (combined with Covid waiver). By signing, the responsible party confirms all team parents/guardians have read and agree to the waivers' statements.
Be sure team coaches and managers have their player emergency contact info accessible on game day.
Upload the completed form to your team's WIN 2024 TeamSnap tournament registration account in the documents section.
or email form to Kathleen Galley, WIN Registrar, [email protected]
For convenience, we offer a TEAM med form that one responsible party (club registrar prefered) can sign on behalf of the team.
CLICK HERE FOR THE WIN TEAM MED FORM (combined with Covid waiver). By signing, the responsible party confirms all team parents/guardians have read and agree to the waivers' statements.
Be sure team coaches and managers have their player emergency contact info accessible on game day.
Upload the completed form to your team's WIN 2024 TeamSnap tournament registration account in the documents section.
or email form to Kathleen Galley, WIN Registrar, [email protected]
GUEST PLAYERS:
We have a guest player. What must be done?
Guest players are allowed, but must be included on your certified tournament roster. They cannot be handwritten in. Two guest players are allowed.
Players from another club need to have Permission to Travel form from the club they are currently registered to so they may play with your club in the tournament.
We have a guest player. What must be done?
Guest players are allowed, but must be included on your certified tournament roster. They cannot be handwritten in. Two guest players are allowed.
Players from another club need to have Permission to Travel form from the club they are currently registered to so they may play with your club in the tournament.
SCHEDULES:
I need to know when our team is playing. When is the schedule ready?
We try our best to provide a schedule as soon as possible after close of registration. Many factors are involved in scheduling and we ask you to be patient and to also check for changes right up to the morning of the tournament.
I need to know when our team is playing. When is the schedule ready?
We try our best to provide a schedule as soon as possible after close of registration. Many factors are involved in scheduling and we ask you to be patient and to also check for changes right up to the morning of the tournament.
FOOTWEAR & SAFETY:
NO CLEATS ALLOWED INDOORS! Only flat soccer shoes or sneakers.
CLEATS are allowed OUTDOORS (no metal studs).
This will also apply to any games that must be relocated indoors due to weather so please come prepared for that possibility.
NO JEWELRY on any player participating in games. This tournament abides by FIFA Law #4. Earrings must be removed and canNOT be taped.
All players must be safely equipped. Any players not equipped properly will not be permitted to participate.
Under no circumstances will any jewelry or hard hair clips/bands be permitted.
Any casts or hard braces must be properly padded.
Shin guards are required.
The final decision on any player safety issues shall be made by the referee.
NO DOGS ALLOWED
DO NOT BOUNCE OR KICK SOCCER BALLS INSIDE SCHOOLS.
NO CLEATS ALLOWED INDOORS! Only flat soccer shoes or sneakers.
CLEATS are allowed OUTDOORS (no metal studs).
This will also apply to any games that must be relocated indoors due to weather so please come prepared for that possibility.
NO JEWELRY on any player participating in games. This tournament abides by FIFA Law #4. Earrings must be removed and canNOT be taped.
All players must be safely equipped. Any players not equipped properly will not be permitted to participate.
Under no circumstances will any jewelry or hard hair clips/bands be permitted.
Any casts or hard braces must be properly padded.
Shin guards are required.
The final decision on any player safety issues shall be made by the referee.
NO DOGS ALLOWED
DO NOT BOUNCE OR KICK SOCCER BALLS INSIDE SCHOOLS.
JERSEY COLORS:
Westport's home jersey color is white. Please plan accordingly.
Westport's home jersey color is white. Please plan accordingly.
STAPLES FIELD HOUSE ACCESS:
All Fields will be clearly marked. U9-U11 teams playing indoors on Field House 2 should walk down the hallway and enter Staples Field House at the opposite end of Field House 1. Please do not enter the Field House at Field 1 and walk behind the goal to get to Field 2. This is dangerous, and disrupts the play.
All Fields will be clearly marked. U9-U11 teams playing indoors on Field House 2 should walk down the hallway and enter Staples Field House at the opposite end of Field House 1. Please do not enter the Field House at Field 1 and walk behind the goal to get to Field 2. This is dangerous, and disrupts the play.
AWARDS:
Only Championship teams in the U11 - U19 brackets will receive awards. Teams should proceed to the Staples HS cafeteria area for their awards and a team photo. Team coaches or managers are responsible for picking up awards for their players.
All U9 and U10 players each receive a participation medals. Teams should report to the Staples HS main registration desk area to pick up medals. Teams are welcome to gather in the Staples HS cafeteria area after their last game where coaches can present medals to players and parents can take photos!
Only Championship teams in the U11 - U19 brackets will receive awards. Teams should proceed to the Staples HS cafeteria area for their awards and a team photo. Team coaches or managers are responsible for picking up awards for their players.
All U9 and U10 players each receive a participation medals. Teams should report to the Staples HS main registration desk area to pick up medals. Teams are welcome to gather in the Staples HS cafeteria area after their last game where coaches can present medals to players and parents can take photos!
MISCELLANEOUS:
Will there be FOOD SERVICE on site?
Yes, Calise's of Westport will return this year with all the delicious snacks and lunch foods. There is plenty of room to sit and relax.
OTHER VENDORS:
Fine Designs logowear will be on site with their outerwear (Tshirts, sweatshirts, etc.) featuring the WIN 2023 logo.
Mickey Kydes Kick Speedometer
Russion School of Math
Music & Funstation
Will there be medical help on site?
There will be several athletic trainers on site throughout the tournament. Additionally, EMS is notified in advance of the tournament and is on call should we require their assistance.
I have a complaint about last year. Who should I talk to?
We work extremely hard to create a wonderful, exciting and fun environment for all participating teams and we hope you have as much fun at WIN as we do. If you have a problem, we want to hear about it so we can make efforts to correct it. Please do let us know how we can help you have a more rewarding experience. Emails may be sent to [email protected] or to [email protected]
Will there be FOOD SERVICE on site?
Yes, Calise's of Westport will return this year with all the delicious snacks and lunch foods. There is plenty of room to sit and relax.
OTHER VENDORS:
Fine Designs logowear will be on site with their outerwear (Tshirts, sweatshirts, etc.) featuring the WIN 2023 logo.
Mickey Kydes Kick Speedometer
Russion School of Math
Music & Funstation
Will there be medical help on site?
There will be several athletic trainers on site throughout the tournament. Additionally, EMS is notified in advance of the tournament and is on call should we require their assistance.
I have a complaint about last year. Who should I talk to?
We work extremely hard to create a wonderful, exciting and fun environment for all participating teams and we hope you have as much fun at WIN as we do. If you have a problem, we want to hear about it so we can make efforts to correct it. Please do let us know how we can help you have a more rewarding experience. Emails may be sent to [email protected] or to [email protected]