5v5 Birmingham, AL Alabaster FC

Good morning,

Thank you for playing in the 5v5 Soccer Tournament this past weekend. We hope you and your team had lots of fun and a great experience! This event is part of the 5v5 Soccer National Tour, see where your team ranks among the other teams your age across the country and check out our other 5v5 Soccer events coming to a city near you:

http://www.5v5soccer.com

The top 3 teams in each division are invited to register for the 5v5 National Championships in Orlando, FL this November 29th & 30, 2025.

REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!

We want to see your best pictures and videos from this past weekend! Please tag us @5v5soccer and @eddie5v5Soccer and email your photos to and videos to travis@5v5soccer.com for your chance to win a FREE TEAM and other prizes!

To see the pictures from this past weekend like us on FB and Instagram as we will be posting them throughout the week!

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At 5v5 Soccer our goal is to run the best Soccer Tournaments you have ever played in and we are always looking for ways to improve. If you have any questions, comments, or concerns from your event please email Andrew@5v5soccer.com.

If you had a great time please help us spread the word about the 5v5 Soccer and leave us a 5-star review!

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Want to bring 5v5 Soccer to your town or host your own event? Check out our partner page at the link below for details and to get the conversation started!

https://5v5soccer.com/partner?am_id=eddie

Thank you again for your support and for being a part of the 5v5 Soccer Tour family!

Eddie Hamilton
Area Tournament Director
251-554-0132
Eddie@5v5Soccer.com

The schedule has been updated and is now available for viewing. Thank you for your patience. We tried to keep most of the schedule intact but please make sure to review your team's schedule as it may have changed fields and/or times. Thanks for your understanding and flexibility with the changes.

Please feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns.

Eddie Hamilton
Area Tournament Director
251-554-0132
Eddie@5v5Soccer.com

Schedules have been taken offline as there a few changes that have to be done. We will have them back online later tonight. Thanks for your understanding and flexibility.

Eddie Hamilton
Area Tournament Director
251-554-0132
Eddie@5v5soccer.com

Dear Coaches and Teams,

The tournament schedules are now posted for the 5v5 Birmingham, AL Soccer tournament this weekend. You can view them at this link:

https://soccer.exposureevents.com/238078/5v5-birmingham-al/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 make sure to note the venue change that took place as it has been updated to Municipal Park (Alabaster) located at 500 Warrior Drive, Alabaster, AL 35007

Please check in your team at the tournament headquarters tent 30 minutes prior to your first game to turn in your Team Roster/Waiver Form. Remember to bring your printed Team Roster/Wavier Form along with any roster changes, as this will be your last opportunity to make changes. Also, make sure to have a digital copy or physical 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 digital or physical copies of 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,

Eddie Hamilton
Area Tournament Director
251-554-0132
Eddie@5v5Soccer.com

PLEASE SHARE WITH YOUR PARENTS

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

Good evening everyone!

Hello,

Thank you for registering for this weekend’s 5v5 Soccer Tournament in Birmingham, AL. My name is Eddie Hamilton and I will be your Tournament Director. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact me via email at Eddie@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.

Birmingham, AL Team List
https://soccer.exposureevents.com/238078/5v5-birmingham-al

We currently have a few “Open Slots” remaining.

2011 Boys or Girls – up to 2 spots left

2012/13 Boys or Girls – one spot left

2014/2015 Girls – one spot left

2016/2017 Boys or Girls – up to 2 spots left

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 Wednesday 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 Municipal Park (Alabaster) 500 Warrior Drive Alabaster, AL 35007.

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,

Eddie Hamilton
Area Tournament Director
Eddie@5v5Soccer.com
251-554-0132


5v5 Soccer Tournament FAQ’s

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 Birmingham, AL 5v5 Soccer Tournament on June 28! See this email as your tournament guide. Make sure to bookmark this for future reference.

Event Location: Municpal Park 500 Warrior Drive Alabaster, AL 35007

FIND YOUR EVENT HERE: https://soccer.exposureevents.com/238078/5v5-birmingham-al

HELPFUL TOURNAMENT STAFF CONTACTS
Tournament Scheduler and On-Site Director: Eddie Hamilton
If you have any questions, email me at Eddie@5v5soccer.com or 251-554-0132

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/238078/5v5-birmingham-al

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

****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 12pm to Eddie@5v5soccer.com. Include team name, division, and event location in the subject line.
►If the request is made later than Wednesday at 12pm, 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!

Eddie Hamilton
Area Tournament Director
Eddie@5v5Soccer.com
251-554-0132

Hi Everyone,

Thanks for signing up for the Birmingham, AL 5v5 Soccer Tournament on June 28! See this email as your tournament guide. Make sure to bookmark this for future reference.

Event Location: Municpal Park 500 Warrior Drive Alabaster, AL 35007

FIND YOUR EVENT HERE: https://soccer.exposureevents.com/238078/5v5-birmingham-al

HELPFUL TOURNAMENT STAFF CONTACTS
Tournament Scheduler and On-Site Director: Eddie Hamilton
If you have any questions, email me at Eddie@5v5soccer.com or 251-554-0132

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/238078/5v5-birmingham-al

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

****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 12pm to Eddie@5v5soccer.com. Include team name, division, and event location in the subject line.
►If the request is made later than Wednesday at 12pm, 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!

Eddie Hamilton
Area Tournament Director
Eddie@5v5Soccer.com
251-554-0132

Please note that the venue for this event has been changed to Municipal Park in Alabaster.

Here is the address for updated venue:

Municipal Park
500 Warrior Drive
Alabaster, AL 35007

The event info has also been updated to indicate the venue change. Please ensure your parents and players are aware of the venue change. Thanks in advance for your understanding and flexibility. Please reach out with any questions or concerns.

Eddie Hamilton
5v5 Soccer
Area Director
251-554-0132
Eddie@5v5Soccer.com