5v5 Plant City, FL FSC Spirit

Hi Everyone,

You are kindly invited to play 5v5 with us again!

Future 5v5 Events can be found on 5v5soccer.com.

Events in the next 30 days:
- May 10: South Florida/Miramar
- May 17: Tampa/Temple Terrace
- May 18: Jacksonville
- May 24: Lakewood Ranch/Bradenton
- May 31: Tampa/Brandon Under The Lights
- June 1: Palmetto

Rest of Summer:
- June 7: Gainesville
- June 7: Tallahassee/Quincy
- June 8: Lehigh Acres
- June 21: Lake City
- June 21: Plant City
- June 21: South Florida Futsal Cup/Davie
- June 28: Estero
- June 28: Palm Bay
- July 5: Ft. Myers Futsal Cup
- July 12: Tampa Bay Rowdies/St. Petersburg
- July 19: Auburndale
- July 26: Naples
- July 26: Port Charlotte
- August 3: Apopka

- November 29 & 30: National Championship/Lakewood Ranch

And more events will be added soon, so please check back on 5v5soccer.com.

Thank you and looking forward to seeing you again this Summer!
Neal
Florida Tournament Director
neal@5v5soccer.com
813.335.2736

Hi Everyone,

You are kindly invited to play 5v5 with us again!

Our next event is Tampa/Brandon on Sunday, April 20 - Easter starting at 1 pm. You can enjoy your morning, and then come and play with us in the afternoon!

Future 5v5 Events can be found on 5v5soccer.com:
- May 10: South Florida/Miramar
- May 17: Tampa/Temple Terrace
- May 18: Jacksonville
- May 24: Lakewood Ranch/Bradenton
- May 31: Tampa/Brandon Under The Lights
- June 1: Palmetto
- June 7: Gainesville
- June 7: Tallahassee/Quincy
- June 21: Lake City
- June 21: Plant City
- June 21: South Florida Futsal Cup/Davie
- June 28: Estero
- June 28: Palm Bay
- July 5: Ft. Myers Futsal Cup
- July 12: Tampa Bay Rowdies/St. Petersburg
- July 19: Auburndale
- July 26: Naples
- July 26: Port Charlotte
- August 3: Apopka
- November 29 & 30: National Championship/Lakewood Ranch

And more events will be added soon, so please check back on 5v5soccer.com.

Thank you and looking forward to seeing you again this Summer!
Neal
Florida Tournament Director
neal@5v5soccer.com
813.335.2736

Hi Everyone,

You are kindly invited to play 5v5 with us again!

Our next event is Tampa/Brandon on Sunday, April 20 - Easter starting at 1 pm. You can enjoy your morning, and then come and play with us in the afternoon!

Future 5v5 Events can be found on 5v5soccer.com:
- May 10: South Florida/Miramar
- May 17: Tampa/Temple Terrace
- May 18: Jacksonville
- May 24: Lakewood Ranch/Bradenton
- May 31: Tampa/Brandon Under The Lights
- June 1: Palmetto
- June 7: Gainesville
- June 7: Tallahassee/Quincy
- June 21: Lake City
- June 21: Plant City
- June 21: South Florida Futsal Cup/Davie
- June 28: Estero
- June 28: Palm Bay
- July 5: Ft. Myers Futsal Cup
- July 12: Tampa Bay Rowdies/St. Petersburg
- July 19: Auburndale
- July 26: Naples
- July 26: Port Charlotte
- August 3: Apopka
- November 29 & 30: National Championship/Lakewood Ranch

And more events will be added soon, so please check back on 5v5soccer.com.

Thank you and looking forward to seeing you again this Summer!
Neal
Florida Tournament Director
neal@5v5soccer.com
813.335.2736

Hi Everyone!

2nd Reminder: Registration close at Noon on Thursday, April 3rd.

If you would like to play in our 2025 5v5 Soccer Season in Central Florida, please join the 5v5 FUN and EXCITING ACTION hosted by Orlando City on Sunday, April 6 at their Seminole Soccer Complex - 61900 Seminole Soccer Loop, Sanford, FL, 32771.

Registration Link: https://soccer.exposureevents.com/239797/e/registration

More info can be found at: 5v5soccer.com

We look forward to seeing you in 2025!!

Should you have any questions or require any additional information, please call me on 813.335.2736.

Thank you and enjoy your day!
Neal Rickmers

Hi Everyone!

A Reminder:

If you would like to play in our 2025 5v5 Soccer Season in Central Florida, please join the 5v5 FUN and EXCITING ACTION hosted by Orlando City on Sunday, April 6 at their Seminole Soccer Complex - 61900 Seminole Soccer Loop, Sanford, FL, 32771.

Registration Link: https://soccer.exposureevents.com/239797/e/registration

More info can be found at: 5v5soccer.com

We look forward to seeing you in 2025!!

Should you have any questions or require any additional information, please call me on 813.335.2736.

Thank you and enjoy your day!
Neal Rickmers

Hi Everyone!

We hope all is well.

If you would like to play in our 2025 5v5 Soccer Season in Central Florida, please join the 5v5 FUN and EXCITING ACTION hosted by Orlando City on Sunday, April 6 at their Seminole Soccer Complex - 61900 Seminole Soccer Loop, Sanford, FL, 32771.

Registration Link: https://soccer.exposureevents.com/239797/e/registration

More info can be found at: 5v5soccer.com

We look forward to seeing you in 2025!!

Should you have any questions or require any additional information, please call me on 813.335.2736.

Thank you and enjoy your day!
Neal Rickmers

Hi Everyone!

We hope all is well.

REGISTRATION CLOSES THURSDAY, MARCH 13 AT NOON!!

If you would like to kickoff the 2025 5v5 Soccer Season in Central Florida with us, please join the 5v5 FUN and EXCITING ACTION in Apopka on Sunday, March 16 at the Northwest Recreation Center.


Registration Link: https://soccer.exposureevents.com/233952/e/registration
More info can be found at: 5v5soccer.com

We look forward to seeing you in 2025!!
Thank you and enjoy your day,
Neal
813.335.2736

Hi Everyone!

We hope all is well.

If you would like to kickoff the 2025 5v5 Soccer Season in Central Florida with us, please join the 5v5 FUN and EXCITING ACTION in Apopka on Sunday, March 16 at the Northwest Recreation Center.


Registration Link: https://soccer.exposureevents.com/233952/e/registration
More info can be found at: 5v5soccer.com

We look forward to seeing you in 2025!!
Thank you and enjoy your day,
Neal
813.335.2736

Hi Everyone!

We hope all is well.

If you would like to kickoff the 2025 5v5 Soccer Season in Central Florida with us, please join the 5v5 FUN and EXCITING ACTION in Apopka on Sunday, March 16 at the Northwest Recreation Center.


Registration Link: https://soccer.exposureevents.com/233952/e/registration
More info can be found at: 5v5soccer.com

We look forward to seeing you in 2025!!
Thank you and enjoy your day,
Neal
813.335.2736

Hi Everyone!

We hope all is well.

If you would like to kickoff the 2025 5v5 Soccer Season in Central Florida with us, please join the 5v5 FUN and EXCITING ACTION in Apopka on Sunday, March 16 at the Northwest Recreation Center.


Registration Link: https://soccer.exposureevents.com/233952/e/registration
More info can be found at: 5v5soccer.com

Please enjoy your weekend and we look forward to seeing you in 2025!!
Thank you and enjoy your day,
Neal
813.335.2736

Hi Everyone!

We hope all is well as you start the new year!

If you would like to kickoff the 2025 5v5 Soccer Season with us, please join us in Brandon on Sunday, January 19 at The Players Club in Brandon.

Registration Link: https://soccer.exposureevents.com/236387/5v5-tampa-fl
More info can be found at: 5v5soccer.com

Please enjoy your weekend and we look forward to seeing you in 2025!!
Thank you,
Neal
813.335.2736

Hi Everyone! Happy New Year!! We hope you all got to celebrate with Family and Friends and that you get some rest to recharge. If you would like to kickoff the 2025 5v5 Season with us, please join us in Brandon on Sunday, January 19 at The Players Club in Brandon. Registration Link: https://soccer.exposureevents.com/236387/5v5-tampa-fl More info can be found at: 5v5soccer.com Please enjoy your Sunday and we look forward to seeing you in 2025!! Thank you! Neal 813.335.2736

Hi Everyone!

We hope you all are enjoying your Holiday break!!

We hope you all got to celebrate with Family and Friends and that you get some rest to recharge.

If you would like to kickoff the 2025 5v5 Season with us, please join us in Brandon on Sunday, January 19 at The Players Club in Brandon.

Registration Link: https://soccer.exposureevents.com/236387/5v5-tampa-fl

More info can be found at: 5v5soccer.com

Please enjoy your time over the break and we look forward to seeing you in 2025!!

Thank you!
Neal
813.335.2736

Hi Everyone!

First, THANK YOU AGAIN for playing with us in 2024 and supporting our tour.

Next, we wish you all Happy Holidays!!

We hope you all get to celebrate with Family and Friends and get some rest to recharge.

If you would like to kickoff the 2025 5v5 Season with us, please join us in Brandon on Sunday, January 19 at The Players Club in Brandon.

Registration Link: https://soccer.exposureevents.com/236387/e/registration

Please enjoy your time over the break and we look forward to seeing you in 2025!!

Neal
813.335.2736

Hi Everyone!

Want to play 5v5 one more time before Nationals?

If your answer is yes, then please join us this Saturday, August 24 in Auburndale at the beautiful Lake Myrtle Sports Compex!!

Here is the Registration Link:
https://soccer.exposureevents.com/226555/e/registration

For more info, please go to 5v5soccer.comir call or text me on 813.335.2736.

Thank you and have a Great Season!
Neal

Hi Everyone,

I hope you are all enjoying your Summer!

Please join us for some more 5v5 ACTION and FUN on Sunday, August 18 in Apopka!!

For more information, please go to 5v5soccer.com.

The Registration Link is: https://soccer.exposureevents.com/223905/e/registration

Thank you and looking forward to seeing you there!!
Neal
813.335.2736

Hi Everyone,

I hope you are all enjoying your Summer!

Please join us for some more 5v5 ACTION and FUN on Sunday, August 18 in Apopka!!

For more information, please go to 5v5soccer.com.

The Registration Link is: https://soccer.exposureevents.com/223905/e/registration

Thank you and looking forward to seeing you there!!
Neal
813.335.2736

Hi Everyone,

I hope you are all enjoying your Summer!

Please join us for some more 5v5 ACTION and FUN on Sunday, August 18 in Apopka!!

For more information, please go to 5v5soccer.com.

The Registration Link is: https://soccer.exposureevents.com/223905/e/registration

Thank you and looking forward to seeing you there!!
Neal
813.335.2736

Hi Everyone, I just wanted to take a moment to THANK YOU ALL FOR A GREAT DAY OF 5v5 SOCCER!! I saw amazing goals scored in both time slots, fantastic goalkeeper saves, defenders blocking shots, a lot of hustle and everyone having FUN!! The second time slot had to wait out a lightning delay, but I’m glad we did as there were many highly competitive games thereafter! Should you want to play again, we have another 5v5 in Palm Bay and Lakewood Ranch next weekend. We also have the Tampa Bay Rowdies 5v5 on July 13 where every player gets a ticket to see the Rowdies match at Al Lang Stadium that night. Parents and friends will have to purchase their tickets. So you get to play in the day and cheer on the Rowdies at night!! It is a BLAST!! Thank you again and enjoy your week, Neal

New information:
We will resume as follows:

Field 1: Finish 3 pm game
Field 2: Finish 3 pm game
Field 3 through 6: Start 3:30 game
Field 7 and 8: Start 4:30 game

Thanks!
Neal

The first big cell has past us and we have not had a strike within the last 30 minutes.

There is a cell that I seems to be breaking up coming from Lakeland.

We are waiting 15 more minutes to be safe.

As with other tournaments, the scores of the 3:30 games are now final.

When we resume play, we will start the 4 pm games.

Neal

Players and Coaches are in the middle in between fields.

Parents sit on the OUTSIDE OF THEIR FIELD.
Thanks!

See you all soon!
Neal
813.335.2736

Good morning everyone,

Whwn you enter the park with the ORANGE GOALS ON THEM,
Fields 1-4 are in the front

Fkelds 5-8 are in the middle of the park,

Fields 9-10 are next,

Fields 11-12 are the last two.

Check-in is at the BLUE TENT IN THE MIDDLE OF THE 3 big 11v11 fields.

Restrooms are in the YELLOW BUILDING ALONGSIDE THE PARKING LOT BETWEEN Fields 9-10 and 11-11.

See you all soon!
Neal
813.335.2736

Hi Everyone,

First, I am happy to hear that last Saturday's West Florida Flames 5v5 was a lot of fun!! Sorry I missed it.

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Please share this with your Parents, Coaches, and Players.
Thank you!
Neal

Dear Parents, Coaches, and Players,

We want to remind everyone of our Zero Tolerance Policy for Referee Abuse at all 5v5 Soccer events.

As we aim to create a positive and fun 5v5 tournament, it is crucial that we maintain a supportive sideline environment by Parents and Coaches. While competition is part of the game, let's remember to only be respectful and encouraging. Referees play a vital role in ensuring fair play, and we must treat them with respect.

Please remember to:
- Encourage positive behavior
- Cheer and support without aggression
- Communicate with respect
- Focus on player development

By following these easy to implement requests, we can create a safe and inclusive atmosphere for everyone involved. This should extend to how we treat all team supporters, coaches, staff members, and players on both teams.

Please forward this email to everyone associated with your team who will be at or on the fields so they are aware of this policy.

To be clear, every Coach is responsible for their behavior and conduct and those of their Assistant Coach(es), players and parents. Consequences for violating this Zero Tolerance Policy:
- Should any parent, player or coach violate this policy, the offending Team's Coach will receive a caution and will be shown the Yellow Card.
- Receiving a second (2nd) caution for any violation of this policy by parent, player or coach in the same game, the offending Team's Coach will again be shown the Yellow Card, followed by the Red Card and be sent off.
As you now know, receiving 2 Yellow Cards in one game leads to a Red Card. Should there not be a second coach available to care for the Team, a parent may step in to complete that game.
- Any cursing at the referee will lead to the immediate send off of the offending Team's Coach. No Yellow Card for cursing; Straight Red Card.
- The Tournament Director will review the incident(s) that led to the sending off of the Coach and will administer consequences on a case-by-case basis.
- Players will continue to receive cards on the field of competition per IFAB Laws of the Game and this policy. Should anyone have a question or require clarification on this policy, please see me at check-in on Sunday.


THANK YOU for your cooperation in making 5v5 Soccer a GREAT experience for all involved, especially your players this Saturday and every game day thereafter.


Let's celebrate the joy of the game, promote sportspersonship together and have FUN!!

Best regards and enjoy your Saturday,
Neal
Florida Tournament Director
5v5 National Soccer Tour
neal@5v5Soccer.com

Hi Everyone,

The location for this event is:

Ellis-Methvin Park
2601 E. Cherry St.
Plant City, FL, 33563

This is the park ACROSS THE STREET FROM THE WATER TOWER WITH TGE STRAWBERRY painted on it.

You can park in either parking lot, but please be careful crossing the street.

Also, from the Plant City Parks & Rec Department:

The back parking lot of Ellis is closed for construction, so please keep all cars out of that area. We will make sure the gate is locked.

Also, the new Tournament Management building is still a construction zone please keep everyone out of that area, even the playground.

Thank you!

Hi Everyone!

For those of you who have recently joined us, I would like to WELCOME and THANK YOU for registering for our 5v5 Soccer Tournament this Saturday!

My name is Neal Rickmers and I have been your Tournament Scheduler and will be your Saturday On-Site Director. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contactme at neal@5v5soccer.com or 813.335.2736 (Text Preferred) and I will reply as soon as possible.

I have posted the SCHEDULES here:
https://soccer.exposureevents.com/220542/5v5-plant-city-fl/schedule

All teams will play a minimum of 4 games.

3 team divisions play round robin where each team plays each other 2 times. Divisions with 3, 5, 6, or 9 teams will play round robin and 1st Place will be determined by most points.

If you are in a 4or 8 team division, you will have playoffs.

Any team placing 1st, 2nd, or 3rd will qualify for Nationals held in LAKEWOOD RANCH, Florida this November 30 and December 1, 2024.

I have tried to accomodate ALL of the requests, especially those driving from far away places. : )

To see where and when you are playing, please download the 5v5 Soccer app from your App Store, then go to June 22, 2024 5v5 Plant City, FL and then click Schedule, the middle icon. You can then select Divisions or Teams on the bottom to see your schedule.

OR go to our 5v5soccer.com website, scroll to the June 22 Plant City event and click the Schedule tab on the top of the page. Then look for you division and team.

REMINDERS:

1. Have FUN!!

2. Every player's parent will need to fill out an online waiver form:
www.5v5soccer.com/waiver

3. Every team will need to have a printed 5v5 Soccer Team Roster that the player's parents will sign:
https://5v5soccer.com/documents

4. Please bring one completed 5v5 Soccer Team Roster to Check-In at least 30 minutes before your FIRST GAME or email or text a picture of them to neal@5v5soccer.com. Only one person needs to bring the forms early to check-in.

5. Please review the rules of the format you are playing as 5v5 has some unique differences to them from full-sided soccer. Please go to 5v5soccer.com/documents then forward the appropriate 5v5 rules to your players and parents so everyone knows how to play this excitingly, fast game.

With all of Saturday traffic in the area, please allow yourself enough time to be at your field 30 minutes before your first game and 10 minutes before the rest of your games to ensure they start and end on time and we stay on schedule.

Looking forward to OUTSTANDING 5v5 Soccer and FUN!!

Please DO NOT LEAVE on Saturday until you've checked with me to confirm you have played at least 4 games.

Now that the schedule is posted, the best way to see the schedule is to download our free app 5v5Soccer - we encourage all parents and coaches to download it so everyone has access to game times/field location / and any changes or updates that may happen.

DO NOT screenshot the schedule as it is subject to change, and screenshots will not update.

Player Waiver
Parent responsibility:*****This must be completed before SATURDAY *******Each player will need an online waiver form completed by their parent. You can locate the Player Waiver in your registration confirmation email or at https://5v5soccer.com/waiver/

Please complete one per player online (if you select all the tournaments you won’t have to fill out another one this year) You do not have to purchase a shirt or player pass you can scroll pass this and just hit submit.

Team Roster/Waiver:
Coach / Manager responsibility:***** Print and bring to check-in*****
Complete and have a printed Tournament roster ready to turn in at check in. This is your Official Roster.

Again, for all tournament documents, including rules, visit us at Click here: https://5v5soccer.com/documents/

Thank you and I will see you all on Saturday!
Neal Rickmers
Florida Tournament Director
neal@5v5soccer.com

Hi Everyone,

For those teams who have not paid yet or made arrangements to pay, please do so by noon today or you won't be scheduled tonight.

Thank you,
Neal

Good Morning Everyone,

This Plant City 5v5 event has grown to 87 teams over the past 2 days.

As a result, we are running 2 Event Times; 9 am to 2 pm and 2 pm to 7 pm.

The 9 am to 2 pm Event Time includes the following Divisions:
- 2009 Boys
- 2012 Boys
- 2013 Girls
- 2014 Boys R
- 2014-15 Girls
- 2015 Boys
- 2016 Boys

The 2 pm to 7 pm Event Time includes the following Divisions:
- 2009 Girls/2010 Boys
- 2010-11 Girls
- 2012 Girls
- 2013 Boys
- 2014 Boys L

Given the number of teams and the size of each Division, this is the best solution possible.

I have also addressed all of the special requests I have received regarding start times, distance travelled, coaching 2 teams, etc.

The Schedule for Saturday will be posted late tonight.

Looking forward to seeing you all on Saturday!
Neal

Hi Everyone,

For those of you who have recently joined us, WELCOME to the Plant City 5v5 Soccer Tournament on Saturday, June 22nd where we will have exciting 5v5 ACTION and FUN!!

Helpful Tournament Staff Contacts

Tournament Scheduler and On-Site Director: Neal Rickmers
If you have any questions, email me at Neal@5V5soccer.com or 813.335.2736 (Text Preferred)

The SCHEDULE will be posted late Thursday night.

Team List
Check out the current team list here: https://soccer.exposureevents.com/220542/e/teams

Teams will be grouped into divisions based on birth year and skill level. Brackets may be combined by teams +/- 1 year and/or skill level to make the most competitive brackets possible.

TOURNAMENT INFORMATION

Game Format

•All teams play a minimum of 4 games.
•Divisions with 3, 5, or 6 teams play round-robin; 1st place is determined by points.
•4-team divisions have 3 pool games and a final playoff.

Rules & Playoffs

•For 4-team divisions, view playoff games by clicking the brackets button on the schedule page.
•For rules and tie-breakers, visit: 5v5 Soccer Rules.

Nationals Qualification

•Teams placing 1st, 2nd, or 3rd qualify for Nationals in Palm Beach, FL on Nov 30 - Dec 1, 2024.

• $5 Player Card/Pass - If you plan on playing in our Nationals, every player will need to have this. If you are only playing in a LOCAL 5v5, you do not need to purchase this now

HELPFUL TOURNAMENT RESOURCE

App & Live Updates

• Download the free 5v5 Soccer app for UP TO DATE the schedule changes.
Don’t screenshot the schedule as it’s subject to change.

TOURNAMENT REQUIREMENTS

Payment
Please make your payment on-line before noon tomorrw, Thursday. Teams that have not made payments or an arrangement to pay onsite Saturday at Check-In will not be scheduled.

Player Waiver
• To speed up your check in process ALL PLAYERS must complete the online waiver by Thursday at midnight
•No Waiver. No Play.

Team Roster

•Coach / Manager responsibility: *** Print and bring to check-in*** Complete and have a printed Tournament roster ready to turn in at check in. This is your Official Roster.

For all tournament documents and rules, visit: 5v5 Soccer Documents.

Looking forward to seeing you on Saturday!

Neal
Neal@5v5soccer.com
813.335.22736 (Text Preferred)