WHAT:
The Mid-Atlantic Classic SoccerFest (MAC SoccerFest) is back for 2010, as the region’s premier soccer tournament open to all ages and all skill levels. It is a 4-on-4 soccer tournament for youths aged 5 though 16 and adults with divisions based on age, gender, and ability. The tournament — designed to capitalize on a developmental program that MSYSA and VYSA have introduced to regional soccer organizations — is ideal because it enables younger players more opportunities to touch the ball than in regular games. Additionally, more experienced players get to develop their talents in a competitive, yet fun, environment. MAC SoccerFest also features interactive soccer challenges that will help foster the tournament’s "festival" atmosphere. The MAC SoccerFest is brought to you by BWF Events.

WHERE:
Muldoon’s Farm
18911 Beallsville Rd.
Poolesville, MD 20837

DIRECTIONS:
From I-495, take I-270 North. Take exit 6 Darnestown Road (Route 28) heading west. Stay on Route 28 towards Darnestown, bearing left at the intersection with Key West Avenue.  Stay on Darnestown Road, cross Quince Orchard Road (Route 124) and Germantown Road (Route 118). At the intersection with Whites Ferry Road (Route 107) bear to the left and continue on Whites Ferry Road (about 5.8 miles from Route 124). Stay on Whites Ferry Road (Route 107) through Poolesville (it will become Fisher Avenue) for about 4.8 miles. At Elgin Road (Route 109) turn right and continue about 1/2 mile (Elgin Road becomes Beallsville Road). The entrance to Muldoon's Farm is on the right, to the left of the horse arena. Park behind the horse arena and follow paths to the soccer fields.

WHEN:
Saturday, June 26 — 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM — U6 through U10, and Adults
Sunday, June 27— 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM — U11 through U16, and Adults
(Rain Date – Saturday, July 10 and Sunday, July 11)
(While the breakdown noted above represents the anticipated schedule of play, the tournament reserves the right to schedule certain age brackets on either day should the needs of specific teams so warrant.)

How do I register?
Download the registration forms HERE. The entry form must be completed fully in order to be accepted. Additionally, a parent or legal guardian signature giving permission is required for every player under the age of 18. Teams will not be registered without these signatures. (You may also register through ACTIVE.COM HERE.) Registration deadline: Friday, June 18 at 12 midnight.

How many players are on a team?
Teams will consist of up to six (6) boys or six (6) girls, four starters and two substitutes. Girls/women are permitted to play on a boy’s/men’s team. If sufficient co-ed teams are entered within a particular age and ability level, the tournament shall endeavor to create a co-ed division.

How many games will I play?
All teams will play at least three (3) games, unless the scheduled games are reduced or shortened, due to rain or unforeseen circumstances.

What are the rules of the game?
Games will consist of two 10-minute halves with a two-minute halftime. If the score is tied at the end of regulation play, the game is recorded as a tie. In a playoff situation, both teams will move immediately to a tie-breaker. Ties will be decided by five open net penalty kicks for each team. The kicks will be on a rotating basis until one team wins. The team with the most goals, after five players per team shoot, is declared the winner. If the score is still tied, teams will alternate penalty shots until a decisive goal is scored.

Regulations governing fouls and misconduct conform to FIFA with the following exceptions: All fouls taking place more than ten (10) feet from the goal shall result in an indirect free kick with opponents three (3) yards away. All fouls taking place within ten (10) feet of the goal will result in a penalty shot taken on an open goal. There will be no goalkeeper and each game will gave one referee who will call fouls and keep time. Referees will have the final say in disputes. Additionally, there is no offside and no slide tackling is allowed. Shin guards are mandatory.

What’s the scoring point system?
Teams are ranked by the total number of points accumulated through individual games in each round of play.

What does MAC SoccerFest cost?
A non-refundable entry fee of $150 is required and must accompany all entries. You may pay by check, money order, or credit card (MasterCard, VISA or American Express). Please do not send cash. (After 6:00pm on Friday, May 28, entry fee increases to $175.)

What do we get for playing?
All registered players will receive a MAC SoccerFest 2010 T-shirt, great discount coupons and much more! All winners and runners-up will receive commemorative MAC SoccerFest 2010 medals.

How can my company become a sponsor of MAC SoccerFest?
There are a number of opportunities for individuals or companies who would like to sponsor MAC SoccerFest. To find out more, please contact:
Rebecca Diamond – Rebecca@rebeccadiamondmarketing.com - 703-568-1911