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Hello Coaches and Teams! Thank you so much for playing in our 5v5 Soccer Tournament in Birmingham, AL on June 20. We hope you and your team had a lot of fun and it was a great experience for everyone! As a reminder, this event is part of the 5v5 Soccer National Tour with the top 3 teams in each division qualifying for the 5v5 National Championships in Orlando, Florida in November. Head on over to 5v5soccer.com/nationals for more information and to get your team registered!
We have some more exciting opportunities headed your way! Below are the upcoming 5v5 Tournaments in your area. Register for one, or register for all now at 5v5soccer.com! Mutli-tournament and multi-team discounts are available.
Mobile, AL July 11
Hoover, AL July 18
Anniston, AL July 26
Albertville, AL August 8
Grab your teams and tell a friend! Spots will fill up fast so be sure to get your teams in early and take advantage of our early registration discount!
Don't forget to share your photos and videos on social media! Tag us @5v5soccer You can also submit your clips at http://5v5soccer.com/moments for a chance to be featured in our future marketing pieces.
DIDN'T GET YOUR TOURNAMENT SHIRT ON SITE? No worries! Head on over to our 5v5 Soccer Swag store at https://5v5soccer.com/store for a full range of options, and to stock up on all of your 5v5 gear!
At 5v5 Soccer our goal is to run the best Soccer Tournaments you have ever played in, and we're always looking for ways to improve. If you had a great time, please help us spread the word by leaving us a 5-star review at https://5v5soccer.com/reviews
We're always looking to bring more exciting 5v5 events to the area. If you're interested in hosting one of our turn key events, or know someone who might be, let us know! We'd love to have a conversation!
Thank you again for your support, and for being a part of the 5v5 Soccer family. We can't wait to see you on the field again soon!
Sincerely,
Eddie Hamilton
Area Director
Eddie@5v5soccer.com
251-554-0132
All coaches need to check in with the onsite tournament director Tomas asap regarding remaining games. Please go see him at the Tournament HQ tent.
6/20/2026 1:29 PMAll games are under lightning delay. We are on 30 mins delay starting at 11:45
Dear Teams,
We are thrilled to have you participating in the upcoming 5v5 Soccer Tournament! Please be prepare for some rain during the event and possible delays but we will work to get all games in on Saturday. There may be times that we ask for everyone to take shelter especially for any nearby lightning strikes in the area. Tomas Larasosa will be your on-site tournament director and will update everyone if any changes take place due to delays. Thanks in advance for your understanding and flexibility.
As we gear up for an exciting event, we invite you to share your experiences and moments with us on social media.
This tournament is also a qualifier for the National Championships, which will be held in November in 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 in this event 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 @Eddie5v5Soccer 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.
Own the Moment: 5v5 Soccer Highlights
We want to see YOUR best 5v5 Soccer moments! Send us your photos and videos or goals, celebrations, epic saves, and team huddles. Your highlights could be featured in our next post, promo, or tournament spotlight!
Submit your clips at http://5v5soccer.com/moments and be part of the 5v5 Soccer movement!
DON'T FORGET YOUR TOURNAMENT SWAG!
Save $ when you pre-order your tournament shirts. ORDER NOW at https://5v5soccer.com/shirts. Shirts orders will be available for pick up at the check in table the day of the event. Please have your order confirmation on hand to show at pick up.
Check out our 5v5 Soccer Swag store for a full range of options, and to stock up on your 5v5 swag! Visit our 5v5 Swag Store at https://5v5soccer.com/store.
Thank you for being a part of the 5v5 Soccer community. We look forward to seeing you on the field and online!
Best regards,
Eddie Hamilton
Area Director
5v5 Soccer
Eddie@5v5soccer.com
251-554-0132
Please check the schdule as some changes have taken place. The schedule will be finalized by 11pm tonight. Thanks for your understanding and flexibility.
Please reach out with any questions. We look forward to seeing everyone on Saturday.
Eddie Hamilton
Area Director
Eddie@5v5Soccer.com
251-554-0132
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:
Birmingham, AL 5v5 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 your team in at the tournament headquarters table 30 minutes prior to your first game. Only one representative from each team needs to check the team in. Remember to bring a print out of your team roster. Proof of age will not need to be presented at check in, however, we do ask that you have a printed or digital copy of each player's proof of age on site in the event of a challenge.
Thank you, and if you have any further questions, please feel free to contact me.
Best regards,
Eddie Hamilton
Area Director
Eddie@5v5Soccer.com
251-554-0132
IMPORTANT: 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 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.
For a complete list of 5v5 Soccer Official Rules, visit 5v5soccer.com/rules.
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
Thank you for registering for our 5v5 Soccer Tournament in Birmingham, AL on June 20th. We have a great event in store! The team list has now been released. You can click the link below to review.
Birmingham, AL June 20th Team List
https://soccer.exposureevents.com/252709/e/teams
Please note that divisions & division placements may be adjusted as team registrations are finalized to ensure balanced competition.
Schedules will be posted two days prior to the event, in the evening. Sometimes, it may be necessary to combine divisions. For more information on division breakdowns, visit https://5v5soccer.com/divisions.
REMINDER: If your team has not paid yet and has not communicated with our staff, your team will be dropped from the event and removed from the schedule.
ADDITIONAL REMINDERS:
• Team Rosters & Player Waivers must be completed through Exposure no later than one day prior to the event. Please visit https://5v5soccer.com/roster and https://5v5soccer.com/waiver
• Check-in: Teams must arrive 30 minutes before their first scheduled game to check in.
For more helpful tournament information, including rules, visit us at https://5v5soccer.com/documents.
Please review the FAQ list below and reach out with any questions.
Best regards,
Eddie Hamilton
Area Director
Eddie@5v5Soccer.com
251-554-0132
FAQ
Q: Can I add or change a player(s) on my roster?
A: Team Rosters & Player Waivers must be completed through Exposure no later than one day prior to the event. Players must remain within the division age. Please notify the event director of any roster changes that might affect the team's registered division. All players must be on the roster to be eligible to play.
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: A copy of the team roster printed from the Exposure site. Proof of age for each player will need to be readily accessibly in the event of a challenge, however, (paper or digital copy) will not need to be presented at check in.
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 5v5 Soccer Tournament in Birmingham, AL onJune 20! We’re excited to have you playing with us! Please see below for important event information.
Event Location: Municipal Park, 500 Warrior Drive, Alabaster, AL 35007
***IMPORTANT: 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 Wednesday morning.***
TOURNAMENT REQUIREMENTS:
ROSTERS & WAIVERS:
All Team Rosters & Player waivers must be completed through Exposure. These must be completed no later than one day prior to the event, or teams may risk losing their spot in the event. For more information on how to do rosters and waivers, visit our web pages at https://5v5soccer.com/roster & https://5v5soccer.com/waiver. Reach out to your event director with any additional questions or help with this process.
For complete 5v5 Soccer Rules, please visit https://5v5soccer.com/rules
TOURNAMENT INFORMATION:
DIVISIONS:
Sometimes, it may be necessary to combine divisions. Divisions may be subject to change as teams continue to register to allow for the fairest and best competition possible. For an explanation of our grouping procedure, visit https://5v5soccer.com/divisions
SCHEDULE & SPECIAL REQUESTS:
- Full schedule posted 2 days prior to the event, in the evening
- Schedule Requests? Send any schedule requests no later than Wednesday at 12 pm to Eddie@5v5soccer.com. Include team name, division, and event location in the subject line.
- If the request is made later than Wednesday at 12 pm, changes may not be accepted.
For more event information, including game format, brackets, FAQs and timelines, please visit the event page at https://soccer.exposureevents.com/252709/5v5-birmingham-al
Download the free 5v5 Soccer app for UP TO DATE schedule changes. DO NOT screenshot the schedule as it’s subject to change.
TOURNAMENT SWAG
- Save $ when you pre-order your tournament shirts. ORDER NOW at https://5v5soccer.com/shirts. Shirt orders will be available for pick up at the check in table the day of the event.
- Check out our 5v5 Soccer Swag store for a full range of options, and to stock up on your 5v5 swag! Visit our 5v5 Swag Store at https://5v5soccer.com/store.
Please reach out with any questions. Looking forward to this event!
Eddie Hamilton
Area Director
Eddie@5v5Soccer.com
251-554-0132
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All event related questions should be directed to Eddie Hamilton at Eddie@5v5soccer.com or call 251-554-0132.