Teams must play in their appropriate age group! Teams applying to the WAGS Tournament need not play up to seek the best competition. The only exception would be the U-18 teams. Since the WAGS Tournament does not have a U-18 age group, these teams will be included in the U-19 age group. ANY other applications to play up will NOT be considered.
Under 12 Age Group
The WAGS Tournament will be offering Under 12 competition in both 8 v 8 and 11 v 11 formats. The number of teams accepted, the number of flights, and the placement of teams amongst flights will be at the discretion of the tournament committee.
Showcase Format for U16, U17 and U19 Age Groups
Just like 2009, the U16, U17 and U19 teams will play one game each day (Sat/Sun/Mon). This will allow players to get maximum exposure to college coaches while allowing them proper rest between games. The tournament will make every attempt to schedule Monday games to allow teams adequate travel time to return home.
Team Participation and Loan Players
Under 12 (11v11) through Under 15 teams may enter with a maximum of 18 players. Under 11 and Under 12 (8v8) may enter with a maximum of 14 players. Under 16, Under 17 and Under 19 teams may enter with a maximum of 22 players. The team or teams must be entered for competition in a league affiliated with US Youth Soccer. State and National select teams are NOT eligible. Prior to the start of competition, teams must present proof of affiliation and permission to travel. Validated State US Youth Soccer member passes, as well as parental medical release forms, are required for all players participating in the tournament. All Team Officials must have US Youth Soccer Member Passes.
Loan Players (Under 11 8v8 and Under 12 8v8)
A maximum of 5 loan players per team is allowed, however, a team using loan players may have no more than 14 players. Loan players will only be allowed with prior approval of the Tournament Committee. Forms for loan player requests will accompany letter of acceptance. Questions regarding loan players should be directed to the appropriate age group coordinator.
Loan Players (Under 12 11v11 through Under 15)
A maximum of 5 loan players per team is allowed, however, a team using loan players may have no more than 18 players registered for the tournament. Loan players will only be allowed with prior approval of the Tournament Committee. Forms for loan player requests will accompany letter of acceptance. Questions regarding loan players should be directed to the appropriate age group coordinator.
Loan Players (Under 16, Under 17 & Under 19)
A maximum of 5 loan players per team is allowed, however, a team using loan players may have no more than 22 players registered for the tournament. Loan players will only be allowed with prior approval of the Tournament Committee. Forms for loan player requests will accompany letter of acceptance. Questions regarding loan players should be directed to the appropriate age group coordinator.
Awards
Team and individual awards will be presented to winners and runners-up, for all levels of competition, in each age group. All players will receive a tournament program and pin commemorating the event. In addition, the traditional exchange of club pins or patches among teams is strongly encouraged.
College Player Profile Book
Upon notification of team acceptance, the WAGS Tournament will make available to all attending U-16, U-17 & U-19 teams, an opportunity to submit their team into our professionally bound and typeset “College Player Profile Book”. This book, detailing specific academic and athletic merits of each player, will be made available to the attending college coaches.
Hotel Accommodations
Teams participating in the WAGS Tournament MUST (as a condition of acceptance) make all hotel accommodations using our tournament housing service. Teams not using our tournament housing service will be disqualified. Please contact:
Certified Travel, Inc
Phone: 800-237-1517
FAX 800-314-6257
Confirmation of reservation will be contingent upon: (1) Acceptance into the tournament; and (2) Final field assignments.
Application Procedures & Refund Policy
If you wish to participate in the 34th Annual WAGS Memorial Tournament, please complete and submit the online application and team information forms at www.wagstournament.com. Application Form and Team Information Form MUST be submitted online. Applications sent via US Mail, Email or FAX will NOT be accepted.
| Application Deadline: |
July 12, 2010 (see note below) |
| Application Fee: |
$700 (U11 and U12 8v8)
$775 (U12 11v11 through U14)
$875 (U15 through U19)
Teams who apply and submit payment by June 1st will receive a $75 discount
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| Payment Option 1 -VISA/MC |
This option is available ONLY through the website. VISA/MC payments sent either US Mail, Email or FAX will NOT be accepted. |
Payment Option 2 -
Check: |
A check for the appropriate application fee MUST BE IN THE HANDS OF THE TOURNAMENT DIRECTOR BY JULY 12, 2010. Checks (made payable to WAGS Tournament) can be mailed to WAGS Tournament. 5147 Portsmouth Road, Fairfax, VA 22032. FAX or Email copies of check will NOT be accepted. |
Note: Applications and/or application fees received after July 12, 2010 will automatically place teams AT THE BOTTOM of the waiting list.
Official notification of acceptance and non-acceptance will be posted, on the WAGS Tournament website, no later than August 11th. Those teams not accepted will have their entry fee returned. Should a non-accepted team later be granted entry into the tournament, the team will be required to resubmit the tournament entry fee. The LAST day to withdraw from the WAGS Tournament and receive a refund is August 6, 2010.
If the tournament or any game(s) are canceled/terminated in whole or part, the Tournament Committee, WAGSL Inc., or VYSA will NOT be responsible for any expenses or refunds (including the Tournament entry fee) incurred by any team
Team Information
The WAGS Tournament prides itself on its reputation as being the premier all-girls tournament in the nation. In order for the staff and Committee to continue to further this standard of excellence, it is imperative that they have accurate and specific information on all teams wishing to participate. To achieve the appropriate level of competition, it is imperative that the application be completed in its entirety. With everyone’s cooperation we can ensure that all teams participating will meet only the finest competitors.
