2 - 7 JUN 2012
 U19-U17-U15-U13-U11-U9 & Seniors

U15-U17 + Senior 

Since its launch in 2002, the Catalonia Trophy has earned a reputation as one of the most sought after tournaments in our portfolio. Its popularity has increased year after year providing young teams and their families an exciting combination of an international football tournament and a relaxing break by the seaside. The tournament takes place on the Costa Brava, near the Barcelona and home to famous Barcelona F.C.

Young footballers from ages U9 to U19 play in a league format in well kept real grass and 3G grass pitches around the area before progressing to the knockout stages. Facilities at the pitches include changing rooms and bar-cafeteria. Distance to football pitches is just minutes away by car, i.e., 15 to 30 minutes. (Important: metal studs are not allowed at any of the pitches).

However, the Catalonia Trophy International Football Tournament is not only about a quality football tournament but also a holiday in one of the closest and most popular destinations in Europe today –the Costa Brava where teams can also enjoy the extensive attractions in the area; Catalonia Trophy can organise a wide range of additional activities for your team such as the Water Park, the Dolphinarium, Port Aventura Theme Park, visits to Barcelona and the Camp Nou etc.

Teams and fans will be able to enjoy accommodation in family and sports orientated hotels in the seaside resorts of Lloret de Mar, Blanes, or Malgrat-Santa Susanna -all with a great choice of facilities, entertainment and night life to keep everyone busy after matches. A selection of 2, 3 & 4 star Hotels are available to cater for all budgets – and provide a great holiday.

Secure your place in the Catalonia Trophy international tournament: pre-register your team now and ask for a free price quotation.

CATALONIA TROPHY

PROGRAMME:

Day 1
Arrival in Spain. Check in at your hotel; briefing and distribution of tournament schedule. Evening: official reception (*) for team delegates (2 per team).

Day 2
Morning: opening ceremony of the tournament.
Afternoon: commencement of first round matches.

Day 3
Tournament .

Day 4
Tournament continues. Play-off matches.

Day 5
Semi finals and finals. In the evening, prize-giving ceremony. Non-qualified teams, will have the chance to go on an excursion (**) i.e., to Figueres and the Museo Dalí, or Barcelona and F.C.'s Barcelona stadium " Camp Nou" or enjoy the natural beauty of the the area. Travel by boat along the most spectacular coastline in Spain; visit one of the villages nearby or travel to the famous Universal Studios Theme Park of Port Aventura (about 2hrs and 45 minutes away).

Day 6
Departure.

NOTE: Matches will be organized so that teams have enough time to enjoy some excursions and visits.
 *Time permitting.
**Excursions NOT included.

ORGANIZERS
The Tournaments are organized by local clubs, members of the Catalan Football Federation, special event organizers in cooperation with the official referee's association of Catalonia and Sport Contact International. The tournament follows the regulations of the Catalan and Spanish football federation and FIFA/UEFA.

PITCHES
Artificial grass and grass pitches. NO metal studs allowed. Teams are requested to bring the appropriate boots to play.
Matches will be played mainly in Blanes but can also be played in Malgrat, Pineda, Calella and other towns in the area.

OUR AREA
Matches will be played in the Costa Brava area, mainly in Blanes, Pineda, Lloret and Calella and/or other towns in the vicinity. The Costa Brava, is known for its many amenities. There is a large selection of discos, bars, restaurants to choose from, sandy beaches and breathtaking views. There are also many interesting excursion possibilities to do if you want to get to know the surrounding area and have a good time such as Barcelona and the Camp Nou, Girona, several theme parks, Dali's Museum etc.

DOCUMENTS & RULES
On arrival you will be given an information folder containing documents and rules of the tournament together with final playing groups and kick-off times. Player must bring an official document as proof of age (ID card, passport or FA card).

EQUIPMENT
Players must bring at least 2 different numbered shirts.

COMPETITION SYSTEM
Matches will be played in a league format in groups of mainly of 4 teams each; groups of 3 or 5 teams may also be possible. The organizers can change formats at their discretion. A maximum of 6 matches could be played. A minimum of 3 matches are guaranteed under any competition format.
Exceptionally, teams may have to play 2 matches on the same day or one after the other.

POINTS
Match won: 3 points; match drawn: 1 point; match lost: 0 points

LENGTH OF MATCHES
U19-U17-U15-U13, Seniors and Girls: 2x20 minutes.
U11-U9: 2x15 minutes

TROPHIES

• One cup for each team from 1st to 4th place in each category.
• One Fair Play Cup per tournament.
• One participation medal per player.
• One trophy for best goal keeper in the tournament
• One trophy for the best scorer in the tournament

TOTAL AMOUNT OF PLAYERS
Maximum of 18 in all categories

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ACCOMMODATION - HOTELS
The hotels are all in the 2, 3 & 4-star category, situated in the towns of Lloret de Mar, Blanes or Malgrat/ Santa Susanna, at approx., one hour from the city of Barcelona. Accommodation: the group will be accommodated in twin, three or four-bedded rooms on request (Pls. note 3 and 4-bedded rooms are twin rooms with extra bed/beds). Services: all our hotels feature at least a swimming pool, TV room, bar and cafeteria. All rooms are with bath en suite. Meals: based on full-board from dinner on arrival day to lunch on departure (can be changed to suit your arrival/departure arrangements). All meals are served at the Hotel mostly buffet-style.. Drinks are not included but can be organized for a nominal amount. Depending on the times of matches it may sometime be necessary to have to order a picnic lunch from the Hotel the day before.
IMPORTANT: On arrival, the Hotel will request a mandatory deposit of €15,00 per person for the whole group. This is a guarantee against possible damages to property that any member of the group might cause in the Hotel. The deposit will be reimbursed on departure after the completion of a routine check.

ASSISTANCE
A committee, specialized in sport events oversees the organization of your stay. You may also have your personal bilingual assistant with your team throughout your stay if you wish. (At extra cost).

TRANSPORTATION
When you choose your transportation to Spain, consider also the possibility of flying to the airports of BARCELONA-GIRONA and BARCELONA. The towns of Lloret de Mar, Blanes and Malgrat/Santa Susanna are only 30 minutes away. (approx 70 minutes from Barcelona) There are several low-cost airlines operating flights from the UK, Ireland, Italy and Germany, Holland and Scandinavia. We can arrange transfers and general transportation within Spain  on request. 

NOTE:
The registered teams undertake to participate in this sports competition at their own risks and decline to take any action whatsoever against the organizers and/or Sports Contact International, including any claims for personal injuries, damages to property, loss or theft. Prices do NOT include insurance. Players and participants are advised to subscribe an insurance policy to cover risks

 PRICE: Pre-register your team now and ask for a price quote without obligation.

PRICE INCLUDES:

• Participation in the tournament
• Opening ceremony.
• Reception for team managers.(*) Max. 2 p/team.
• Minimum of 3 matches per team.
• Artificial grass or grass pitches.
• Official referees of the Catalan Federation
• Accommodation with full board in the chosen hotel catageory.
• Bilingual information and assistance during the competition.
• Prize-giving ceremony.
• First aid medical assistance at the pitches
• Participation medal for all players
• One person free for every 25 paying.

*Time permitting