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Welcome to the Orpington FC Pre-Season Boys Mini Soccer Tournament!
Tournament Details: U8 - U10
- Age Groups Segmented by Ability: Separate tournaments for Selkent A/B/Tandridge Cup/Shield teams and Selkent C/D/Tandridge equivalent teams.
- Format: Six teams per tournament in a group with the top four progressing. Every team is guaranteed at least 5 matches.
- Important Note: No JPL or Academy teams or players.
Special Arrangement for U7 Teams:
- As U7 will consist of all new teams, we will have 2 groups of mixed ability, with 6 teams in each group.
- The top 2 teams from each group will advance to the Cup semi-finals.
- The teams finishing third and fourth in each group will advance to the Shield Cup semi-finals.
Age Groups and Tournament Times:
- U7 and U9s AM: Registration TBC (approx. 8.30AM)
- U8 and U10s PM: Registration TBC (approx. 1PM)
- Age Groups for the 2025/2026 Season.
Entry Fee:
- Team Entry: £55
Tournament Format:
- U7 and U8s: 5-a-side
- U9 and U10s: 7-a-side
If you have questions or need more information, you can contact Orpington FC by emailing them at [email protected].
Good luck to all the teams participating, and enjoy the tournament!
Terms and conditions
Orpington FC Boys Mini Soccer Pre-Season Tournament Terms and Conditions
1. Eligibility:
- The tournament is open to teams categorised under Selkent A/B/Tandridge Cup/Shield and Selkent C/D/Tandridge equivalent levels.
- No JPL or Academy teams or players are allowed to participate.
2. Entry:
- The entry fee of £55 per team must be paid in full to secure entry.
3. Tournament Format:
- Each tournament will feature six teams per group, with the top four teams progressing to the next stage.
- Every team is guaranteed at least five matches, unless there are no shows on the day.
- In the event of a no show, match lengths will be increased to ensure equivalent playing time for all teams.
- U7 and U8 teams will compete in 5-a-side matches.
- U9 and U10 teams will compete in 7-a-side matches.
4. Special Arrangement for U7 Teams:
- As U7 will consist of all new teams, we will have 2 groups of mixed ability, with 6 teams in each group.
- The top 2 teams from each group will advance to the Cup semi-finals.
- The teams finishing third and fourth in each group will advance to the Shield Cup semi-finals.
5. Age Groups and Tournament Times:
- U7 and U9s AM: Exact times TBC.
- U8 and U10s PM: Exact times TBC.
- Age groups are based on the 2025/2026 season.
6. Team Level Verification:
- The current team level will be checked when tickets are purchased.
- If a team is found to have entered the wrong tournament based on their level, they will be transferred to the appropriate tournament category.
- Teams must provide accurate information regarding their level to ensure fair competition.
7. Conduct:
- All participants are expected to adhere to the principles of fair play and sportsmanship.
- Any form of misconduct or unsporting behaviour will result in disciplinary action, including potential disqualification.
8. Liability:
- Orpington FC is not responsible for any injuries or accidents that occur during the tournament.
- Teams and participants are responsible for their own insurance coverage.
9. Cancellation and Refunds:
- In the event of cancellation due to unforeseen circumstances, Orpington FC will provide a full refund of the entry fee.
- No refunds will be issued for teams withdrawing or for no shows.
10. Contact Information:
- For any questions or additional information, please contact Orpington FC at [email protected].
By registering for the tournament, teams and participants agree to abide by these terms and conditions.