| Application |
What happens to my payment if my team is not accepted?
Any teams that are not accepted will have their checks returned to them or we will issue refund checks if the check has been cashed. This will happen AFTER the brackets are released. |
When will we find out if our team is accepted?
We will accept teams after the March 25th deadline. Teams will not be accepted before that date, we try to find a place for everyone. Expect the brackets (not schedules) to be posted after the deadline. |
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| Bracketing/Team Selection |
How are brackets decided?
Teams are seeded based on their previous seasons records.
The level of play you request on your application is looked at, but this is only a request and seeding will take priority. You must be as detailed as you can with your record and use the notes section to fill in any additional info that may help us. We will seed teams based on your record (if available), so you may not end up in the level you requested.
If an age group has too many teams apply, other things will be taken into consideration and the selection committee's decision is final. |
When will brackets be posted?
We try to post brackets 4 weeks before the event. You will be given a brief window to check your bracket before they are made final. Once we start work on schedules, no bracket changes will be made. |
When will the schedule be published?
We will aim to have the schedule posted 3 weeks prior to the start of tournament. |
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| Format |
Do we play games Friday?
Local (Grand Rapids area) teams are required to be available to play Friday night along with any teams that request to play a Friday game. |
What are the playing division formats?
U9 & U10 play 7v7
U11 & U12 play 9v9
U13 and above play 11v11 |
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| General |
Can my child play for more than one team in this tournament?
No, a player can only play on ONE team for the tournament. |
If a goalkeeper has the ball in his/her hands, how is the 'six second rule' applied given the presence of the Build Out Line?
A goalkeeper may choose to play the ball from his or her hands before the opponent has retreated behind the Build-Out Line. In this case, the 'six second rule' is not applied, as the goalkeeper has willingly decided to quickly release the ball into play.
If a goalkeeper has the ball in his/her hands, and is clearly waiting for the opposing team to retreat behind the Build-Out Line, the six second period should be started ONLY once the opposing team has retreated behind the Build-Out Line. This allows for the goalkeeper's team to have the time and space to play out of the back without immediate pressure. |
The application form does not look right on my screen (overlapping drop down boxes, long rows over the input fields, etc.) What is going on?
First, you should let the ENTIRE form load BEFORE you scroll. It is a big form.
In short, your computer does not have enough memory (RAM) available to render the form correctly. Here is the solution that will work in most cases:
1. Clear the cache (temporary files) in Internet Explorer (Usually Tools>Internet Options>Remove Temporary files
2. Shut down Internet Explorer
3. Restart the computer
4. Open JUST MS Internet Explorer.
5. Go to Web site, fill out form.
In most cases, this will solve the problem.... |
What are the 7v7 rules?
Offside is called from the build out line to the end line.
We WILL utilize the build out line – When the goalkeeper has the ball, either during play or from a goal kick, the opposing team must move behind the build out line. Once the opposing team is behind the build out line, the goalkeeper can pass, throw, or roll the ball to a teammate.
Punting the ball is NOT allowed.
After the ball is put into play, the opposing team can then cross the build out line and play can resume as normal. Build out line will be marked mid way between the top of the penalty box and the half way line.
Restarts/Free-kicks - All free-kicks outside of the penalty area will be indirect.
All restarts from inside the penalty area will conform to FIFA rules for penalty kicks, which will be marked 8 yards from the goal line.
On pass back to keeper, keeper may play ball at feet but NOT handle, as per FIFA rules.
We will utilize a one ref system for 7v7 games. |
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| Hotels/Travel |
Are we required to book hotels through the tournament?
YES, we have partnered with Travelling Teams for the United Spring Classic and it is a tournament requirement that teams use this service. Travelling Teams offer excellent rates in many hotels in the surrounding area and downtown. Commuting teams are not subject to this rule. |
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| Registration |
Will Online Registration be available?
Registration for 2022 United Spring Classic will ALL be electronic via SportsForms. NO in-person registration will be accepted. This is to stay in compliance with MSYSA tournament rules and regulations due to Covid19 restrictions. All registered and accepted teams will receive an email from SportsForms with instructions to compete Team Registration. |
Do we need to have signed Heads Up Concussion & Medical Release forms for all players?
A representative from the team must have ALL Heads Up Concussion & Medical Release forms on hand during the tournament for ALL players participating. If your team submitted an online registration, a team representative must complete registration 60 minutes before your teams first game of the tournament. You can complete registration at the HQ located at the site of your first game. |
How do I register a guest player?
For players from outside of your club:
We will need the guest player paperwork to be filled out at below link. This is a state requirement. You will also need their current pass card.
https://www.michiganyouthsoccer.org/Member_Services/Guest___Player_Forms.htm
For players from inside your club:
They are considered "club passcarded players" and you do not need to complete the above process. Add them to SportsForms roster as "Club Guest Player" and attach the roster they are part of for approval.
Regardless of if the guest player is from in or out of club, you will also need a copy of the guest players official team roster, along with your own team roster.
Then, please write their name onto your team roster. If they have the same number as any player on your team then you will need to use electrical/athletic tape to create a new # on their shirt and record this on the roster. |
What will I need at registration?
Registration for 2022 United Spring Classic will ALL be electronic via SportsForms. NO in-person registration will be accepted. This is to stay in compliance with MSYSA tournament rules and regulations due to Covid19 restrictions. All registered and accepted teams will receive an email from SportsForms with instructions to compete Registration.
All forms can be found in the "Forms" section of the website although they will not be available until teams are accepted!
Below are the items each team must bring to Registration:
- Team Contact Sheet
- Two copies of their Official Stamped Roster (2021/2022 season)
- Guest Player Roster(s), Pass Card(s), and all other paperwork. (Full Guest Player Instructions listed in "Forms" section).
- Liability Form (If more than 16, must have new additional page)
- Permission to travel for foreign & out of state teams.
- Heads Up concussion certificates for coaches (ONLY HeadsUP Concussion accepted)
- Risk management cards for bench personnel (proof that staff have been cleared to work with kids, background checks)
- Laminated Pass cards for players & coaches (W/Picture)
*Medical release forms & Heads-Up Parent/Athlete information sheets are only needed to be on hand during the tournament. A verbal confirmation at Registration of this will suffice.
Please come prepared! All forms will be needed to register your teams, if anything is missing your team or certain players will not be able to play.
Full information is found on your acceptance letter that can be downloaded from your team page. If you check the rules section on the homepage it will give you a breakdown of different governing bodies (USYSA, USClub etc). |
When can I download my registration documents from online?
There will be no documents to download. All of the documents needed for team registration will be emailed to all from SportsForms. We ask that you make sure you have correct contacts on your tea application as that is what we go by when sending information out to teams. Good emails for both coach and team manager work best. All details will be communicated to approved teams after the registration deadline. |
Will we be able to register our team at the fields on Saturday morning of the tournament?
NO, Registration for 2022 United Spring Classic will ALL be electronic via SportsForms. NO in-person registration will be accepted. This is to stay in compliance with MSYSA tournament rules and regulations due to Covid19 restrictions. All registered and accepted teams will receive an email from SportsForms with instructions to compete Registration.
Our staff will be busy keeping the tournament running smoothly on Saturday morning and we will not be set up to take registrations. At registration you will be able to pick up your team tournament packets. There will be an online registration option that will be emailed to managers after the brackets are posted. |
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