28 MAY - 2 JUNE   2012

 U19-U17-U15-U13-U11-U9 
U15-U17

The Whitsun Trophy-Pentecostes will be hosting teams from all over Europe as it coincides with an important spring brake in several countries.  An action-packed  football weekend at all levels, from junior school and youth teams through universities, will unfold from the minute you arrive in Spain.

This tournament is available as a complete package including accommodation, meals and transportation in Spain if required. Sport Contact International and its associates will provide a memorable and value-for-money sporting experience for clubs, schools and universities. Our aim is to offer all teams and  their friends and families an exciting combination of an international football tournament and a short holiday  at a sea-side resort on the Costa Brava, near Barcelona, home to famous Barcelona F.C.

Players from ages U9 to U19  will play in a league format in well kept real grass and 3G grass pitches around the area before progressing to the knockout stages. (Important: metal studs are not allowed at any of the pitches).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. Teams will also enjoy the extensive attractions in the area and, if you have time or wish to extend your stay, 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., can be arranged through us.

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 Whitsun Trophy-Pentecostes international tournament:

pre-register your team now and ask for a free price quotation.

WHITSUN TROPHY-PENTECOSTES

PROGRAMME:

Day 1
Arrival in Spain. Check in at your hotel before 20:00 hrs; our representative will brief you and give you final details on the tournament and the tournament schedule. Evening: Optional excursion to see Spanish dancing or go 10-pin-bowling in nearby Blanes.  

Day 2
Morning: opening ceremony of the tournament and commencement of first round matches. Optional tours to Marineland and dolphin show or Water Park.

Day 3
Tournament continues throughout the day. Take a trip to Tossa de Mar and visit the XII centrury walled-city.

Day 4
Tournament continues as per schedule. Today, you may want to take part in an optional tour to Marineland or visit the Botanical Gardens in Blanes.

Day 5
Play-off matches and finals. Non-qualified teams, will have the chance to go on an excursion (**)i.e., to Barcelona, and F.C.'s Barcelona Stadium "Camp Nou", visit one the local theme parks or the world famous Dali Museum in Figueres; you may also want to visit the fantastic Universal Studios Theme Park of Port Aventura (about 2hrs and 45 minutes away).  In the evening, prize-giving ceremony for all participants in the tournament.

Day 6
Departure

EXTENSION OF YOUR STAY
Extending your stay in Spain before or after the tournament would give your team the chance  to perhaps have some friendly matches V. Spanish teams or visit some of the fabulous sights in the area. If you are interest in art, the Picasso Museum or the Dali Museum display some of the most striking paintings in the world.

An extension of your stay is well worth it.

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 with the support  of 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.

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 pack-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.
• 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.
• Participation medal for all players
• One person free for every 25 paying.