5v5 Carlsbad, NM

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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.

A FEW POINTS OF EMPHASIS ON THE 5V5 SOCCER RULES

Touchline (Sideline) Restarts: In place of throw-ins will be kick-ins OR a dribble in with the ball placed stationary on the touchline. A player may not directly kick a ball into the goal from its stationary restart position. A player may also dribble the ball into play and after the ball makes a full rotation may then be kicked into the goal. Kick-ins will be treated as indirect kicks until dribbled.

Direct Restarts: A Corner Kick and Kickoff are Direct Kicks. The kick-off may go in any direction.

Goal Kick: Any time a Goal Kick is required, the goalkeeper will execute a Goal Clearance (ball must leave the Penalty Arc). The goalkeeper will start with the ball in their hands and may either (1) Throw or roll the ball, (2) Put the ball down and pass/kick, (3) put the ball down and dribble out of the Penalty Arc.

Once the ball has been put down, the ball is effectively “live”, meaning defending players may enter the penalty arc. The goalkeeper must release the ball within four seconds. Failure to execute the Goal Clearance within 4 seconds will result in an Indirect kick at the top of the arc for the opposition. A goal may not be scored directly from a goal clearance. Once the ball is OUTSIDE the Penalty Arc, a goal may be scored from anywhere on the field. The ball may not be punted or drop-kicked. Infractions will result in an Indirect Kick at the top of the arc for the opposition.

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,

Thank you for registering for this weekend’s 5v5 Soccer Tournament Under the Lights in Carlsbad, New Mexico. My name is Morgan Spain and I will be your Tournament Director. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact me via email at Morgan@5v5soccer.com, and I will respond as soon as possible.

If your team has not paid yet and has not communicated with our staff, your team will be dropped from the event by Thursday morning.

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.

Carlsbad, New Mexico Team List

https://soccer.exposureevents.com/236740/e/teams

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 Friday at 12:00 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 Bob Forrest Sports Complex, 3213 W. lea st Carlsbad, New Mexico 88220

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

Best regards,

Morgan Spain
Area Tournament Director
Morgan@5v5soccer.com
5v5 Soccer Tournament




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 Carlsbad, New Mexico 5v5 Under the Lights Soccer Tournament on 6/21! See this email as your tournament guide. Make sure to bookmark this for future reference.


Event Location: Bob Forrest Sports Complex, 3213 W. lea st, Carlsbad, New Mexico 88220


FIND YOUR EVENT HERE https://soccer.exposureevents.com/236740/5v5-carlsbad-nm


HELPFUL TOURNAMENT STAFF CONTACTS:

Tournament Scheduler: Morgan Spain


If you have any questions, email me at Morgan@5v5soccer.com


Your On-Site Director will be Morgan Spain / Morgan@5v5soccer.com / 512-406-1017 (text preferred)


We are still accepting team registrations. If you know of anyone interested in playing, please send them the link below, or have them contact me directly.

https://soccer.exposureevents.com/236740/e/registration


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


***If your team has not paid, please do so now. Failure to pay or communicate with staff will result in your team being removed from the event by Thursday morning.***


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/


TOURNAMENT INFORMATION:


DIVISIONS

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.


SCHEDULE & SPECIAL REQUESTS

►Full schedule posted late Thursday night

►Schedule Requests? Send any schedule requests no later than Wednesday at 6 pm to Morgan@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.


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.


Game Referees

If you have a referee that would be interested in working this weekend please have them apply here: Referee Interest Form: https://5v5soccer.com/refinterest


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.



Please reach out with any questions. Looking forward to seeing you all on Saturday!


Morgan Spain

Area Tournament Director

Morgan@5v5soccer.com
512-406-1017 (Text Preferred)