Frequently Asked Questions
What's the address for the tournament?
Dandenong Stadium, Stud Road, Dandenong VIC.
What is required by the Team Manager or Rep before the event?
- Register the team online and provide all details required
- Accept the terms & conditions
- Register the coaches, team managers, and players in the team portal (a link will be emailed to you after the team is registered)
- Like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram to stay updated
Are teams allowed to register overage players?
Any age dispensation requests need to be submitted at least 7 days before the tournament once all players in the team are registered. Each application will be treated on a case-by-case basis and approval received via Cup Manager. Overage players cannot play until they have been officially approved in the Cup Manager portal. Tournament Management reserves the right to apply any conditions it deems reasonable.
Girls Playing in Boys Divisions: All girls are allowed to play in boys’ age groups one year younger than the age cut off without dispensation. The application will still need to be completed online, however, it will be approved.
Girls teams are also eligible to play in a younger boys’ age group at the discretion of Tournament Management. For example, an U14 girls team can play in an U13 boys’ age group where a suitable girls competition is not available. If the next available age group in the boys’ competition is not offered, the team may be placed in an alternative category in order to provide the most appropriate level of competition.
Multiple Teams: Players are allowed to participate in more than one team, as long as they are not in the same age group and they meet the necessary age requirements (e.g. an U12 player can play in an U13 and U12 comp, but not in two U12 teams).
Do teams need to check-in at the Information Desk?
All teams need to send a team official representative to check-in at the Information Desk located near the front desk at least 30 minutes prior to your first game. This will ensure all your team’s paperwork including team sheets is in order and for you to collect your pack with the official lanyards and other important info.
Can we bring alcohol or a BBQ to the venue?
The event will be fully catered. Full canteen services will be operational near all the fields serving delicious hot food and drinks (hot and cold), as well as yummy treats for those with a sweet tooth. Please support the local caterers.
NO BBQS: BBQs will also not be allowed in the venue as this adds an element of risk to the event.
What is the maximum number of players per team allowed?
5 players on the court including the goalkeeper plus a maximum of 5 players on the bench. The total squad cannot have more than 10 players registered.
*Please note this is the maximum amount of players you will be able to register online.
What is Cup and Plate?
Following the round games, some divisions will be divided into Cup and Plate finals competitions.
- Cup Competition: Caters for the teams that finish in the top positions in their respective pools.
- Plate Competition: Caters for the teams that finish in the lower positions of their respective pools.
This model provides meaningful games for teams of a similar standard during the play-offs. Winners and Runners Up of both Cup and Plate competitions will receive awards at the end of the competition.
Are referees accredited and does the tournament have insurance?
Referees: All referees will be Referees Australia accredited for all official games.
Insurance Coverage: Yes! We hold Public & Products Liability and Professional Indemnity.
Player Accident Policy: Covers injured players' out-of-pocket medical and some non-medical expenses (capped) for all registered players.
Who do I contact for help?
Email us at info@sportsgroup.melbourne or message our social media channels anytime. We aim to respond within 24 hours.
Urgent Enquiries: Call us on 1300 436 682 during business hours (Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm).
What happens if the tournament is postponed or cancelled?
Under these circumstances, the tournament organisers reserve the right to either retain the registration fee for the revised dates or to refund the registration fee after deducting an administration fee for costs already incurred for the organisation of the tournament which could not be recovered from third parties. Should this occur, teams will be contacted directly.
Force Majeure: In the event that the tournament can’t be held or is postponed due to events beyond the control of the tournament organisers (force majeure) or due to events not attributable to wrongful intent or gross negligence, the organisers cannot be held liable for damages, costs, or losses incurred (transportation, accommodation, financial losses, etc.).