5v5 Mattoon, IL Futsal

Dear Teams,

We are thrilled to have you participating in the upcoming 5v5 Soccer Tournament this weekend! Below are some reminders as we prepare for tomorrow's event!

IMPORTANT VENUE INFORMATION

The tournament will take place at Emerald Acres Sports Connection located at 1201 Wooddell Way, Mattoon, IL. All games will be played indoors on courts.

Please review the following important information:
- Futsal shoes, tennis shoes, or non-marking shoes only. No cleats or turf shoes allowed.
- There will be an entry fee of $10 for adults & $8 for students. All players and coaches are free.
- Concessions are available within the facility. No outside food or drink are permitted.
- This is a cashless facility. No cash will be accepted.
- There will be a set of bleachers for each court. No chairs are allowed.
- This is a smoke-free facility.
- The facility has their own waiver that needs to be printed, completed and turned in upon arrival. You can find that waiver HERE.

TOURNAMENT REQUIREMENTS

Player Waiver
►To speed up your check-in process ALL PLAYERS must complete the online waiver. Player Waiver: https://5v5soccer.com/waiver/
►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 https://5v5soccer.com/documents/.

As we gear up for an exciting event, we invite you to share your experiences and moments with us on social media.

This weekend's tournament is also a qualifier for the National Championships, which will be held in November 2025, in Lakewood Ranch, Florida. Competing at the highest level is so important for our athletes as it provides an excellent opportunity to showcase their skills, dedication, and teamwork on a national stage. Your participation and performance this weekend could pave the way to representing your team and community at the National Championships, where the best teams from across the country will come together for an unforgettable competition.

We would love to see your photos, videos, and stories! Please tag us @5v5soccer and use the hashtags #5v5Soccer and #5v5SoccerTournament. Whether it's a team photo or you record an amazing piece of skill or goal, an action shot, or a celebratory moment, we want to celebrate with you and showcase the amazing community that makes our tournaments special.

By sharing your content, you not only help spread the word about our events but also get a chance to be featured on our official social media pages.

Thank you for being a part of the 5v5 Soccer community. We look forward to seeing you on the court and online!

Best regards,

Dawn Hansen

Area Director
5v5 Soccer

dawn@5v5soccer.com

Dear Coaches and Teams,

The tournament schedules are now posted for the 5v5 Mattoon, IL Soccer tournament this weekend. You can view them at this link:
https://soccer.exposureevents.com/232315/5v5-mattoon-il-futsal/schedule

Please review the schedule to ensure you are in the correct division and that there are no conflicts with your bracket(s). Schedules are subject to change, so be sure to check back on Friday evening.

Please check in your team at the tournament headquarters tent 30 minutes prior to your first game. Remember to bring any roster changes, as this will be your last opportunity to make changes. Also, make sure to have a photo or copy of proof of age. Only one representative from each team needs to attend the check-in.

You are welcome to email me all the forms for a non-contact check-in. Make sure to send 1 email per team, subject put the team name exactly like they are registered with the division they are playing. Make sure to sign the bottom of the roster form. Although proof of age won’t be examined at check-in, please keep the cards/certificates with you in case of a challenge.

Thank you, and if you have any further questions, please feel free to contact me.

Best regards,

Dawn Hansen
dawn@5v5soccer.com

Area Director
5V5 Soccer

Dear Parents and Coaches,

We want to remind everyone of our zero tolerance policy for referee abuse at 5v5 Soccer. As we aim to create a positive and fun tournament, it is crucial that we maintain a supportive sideline environment. While competition is part of the game, let's remember to 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 guidelines, we can create a safe and inclusive atmosphere for everyone involved. This should extend to how we treat all team supporters, coaches, staff members, players on both teams and our officials.

Thank you for making 5v5 Soccer a great experience. Let's celebrate the joy of the game and promote sportsmanship together!

Best regards,

Andrew Vorce
President 5v5 Soccer

Hello and thank you for registering for this weekend’s 5v5 Soccer Tournament in Mattoon, IL. As mentioned previously, my name is Dawn Hansen and I will be your Area Director. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact me via email at dawn@5v5soccer.com and I will respond as soon as possible.

Please review the FAQ list below and check the team list posted online for accuracy. Ensure you are in the correct division and email me with any corrections.

Mattoon, IL Team List

We currently have a few “Open Slots” (2 or 3 team brackets). If you know anyone interested in filling these slots, please have them contact me as soon as possible. We will fill slots on a first-come, first-served basis.

The schedule will be posted on https://5v5soccer.com/ by Thursday at 8:00 PM. Sometimes, it may be necessary to combine divisions. For an explanation of our grouping procedure, visit: https://5v5soccer.com/divisions-2/

The tournament will be held at Emerald Acres Sports Connection located at 1201 Wooddell Way, Mattoon, IL.

REMINDERS:

Every player needs to fill out an online waiver form: https://5v5soccer.com/waiver/

Every team needs to have a printed Tournament roster: https://5v5soccer.com/documents/

For all tournament documents, including rules, visit us at https://5v5soccer.com/documents

Any questions, please reach out!

Sincerely,

Dawn Hansen
Area Director
5v5 Soccer


FAQ:

Q: Can I add or change a player(s) on my roster?
A: Yes, the roster is not final until the start of your first game. Please bring any roster changes to the team check-in, unless the change affects the division you are in, in which case you must notify me by e-mail. All players must fill out the online waiver form, and be on the paper roster you turn in at check-in.

Q: What is the uniform policy?
A: Players must be in like colors and shin guards are required.

Q: What do I need to bring to the check-in?
A: 1) 5v5 Roster (link above). 2) Verify that all players have filled out the online player waiver (link above)

Q: What if I want to register a co-ed team?
A: We are happy to have co-ed teams. We will create co-ed divisions when we have a sufficient number in any age group. If we do not have enough, they will play in a male division.

Hi Everyone! Thanks for signing up for the Mattoon, IL 5v5 Soccer Futsal Tournament on Saturday, Jan 25, 2025! Please use this email as your tournament guide. Make sure to bookmark this for future reference.

HELPFUL TOURNAMENT STAFF CONTACTS

Your Area Director & Tournament Scheduler will be myself, Dawn Hansen. If you have any questions, I can be reached at Dawn@5V5soccer.com or 570-561-3944 (Text Preferred)

Your On-Site Tournament Director will be Warren Foster. He can be reached via email at warren@klicsports.com or by phone at 312-778-4369. Please only contact him, as needed, the day of the tournament.

You can find your event here: https://soccer.exposureevents.com/232315/5v5-mattoon-il-futsal

IMPORTANT VENUE INFORMATION

The tournament will take place at Emerald Acres Sports Connection located at 1201 Wooddell Way, Mattoon, IL. All games will be played indoors on courts.

Please review the following important information:

- Futsal shoes, tennis shoes, or non-marking shoes only. No cleats or turf shoes allowed.
- There will be an entry fee of $10 for adults & $8 for students. All players and coaches are free.
- Concessions are available within the facility. No outside food or drink are permitted.
- This is a cashless facility. No cash will be accepted.
- There will be a set of bleachers for each court. No chairs are allowed.
- This is a smoke-free facility.
- The facility has their own waiver that needs to be printed, completed and turned in upon arrival. You can find that waiver here.

IMPORTANT TOURNAMENT INFORMATION

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

We are still accepting team registrations! If you know of someone interested in playing, please send them this link: https://soccer.exposureevents.com/232315/5v5-mattoon-il-futsal

We will continue to accept teams on an as needed basis, with the Team List being published Tuesday.

SCHEDULE & SPECIAL REQUESTS
►Full schedule posted late Thursday night
►Schedule Requests? Send any schedule requests no later than Wednesday at 6 pm to dawn@5v5soccer.com. Include team name, division, and event location in the subject line.
►If the request is made later than Wednesday at 6pm, changes may not be accepted.

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 https://5v5soccer.com/documents.

NATIONALS QUALIFICATION
►Teams placing 1st, 2nd, or 3rd qualify for Nationals in Florida coming November 2025.

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

Player Waiver
►To speed up your check-in process ALL PLAYERS must complete the online waiver by Thursday at midnight. Player Waiver: https://5v5soccer.com/waiver/
►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 https://5v5soccer.com/documents/.

Thank you for being a part of our event! We look forward to seeing you on the court on Saturday!

Sincerely,

Dawn Hansen
Area Director

Dawn@5v5soccer.com
570-561-3944 (Text Preferred)

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