Where is the tournament?

Southcentre Mall
100 Anderson Road SE
Calgary, Alberta T2J 3V1

 

What should I bring?

  • Good running shoes

  • Hockey stick (wood, composite or plastic)

  • Hockey gloves (recommended)

  • Shin pads (recommended)

  • Water bottle (we will have a water and/or Gatorade fill station)

  • Valid ID for check-in

Where and how do I check-in?

  • Check-in will occur in Lot 4 in the Encore tent that will be set up beside the street hockey courts

  • Check-in must be completed before you play your first game, so please arrive at least 15 minutes early.

  • You only have to check-in once for the entire tournament

  • You must show valid ID to check-in and have it with you for the duration of the tournament

Where can I find my team's game schedule?

  • The schedule will be posted online.

  • Please note, the schedule is subject to change and will be posted with updates as soon as they are made

What is the format of each game?

Games will be scheduled in 40-minute increments, as follows:

  • 5 minute warm-up

  • 15 minute first half

  • 2 minute half time break

  • 15 minute second half

  • 3 minute buffer

How many games will my team get to play?

  • Each team is guaranteed a minimum of 3 “regular season” games and 1 playoff game

  • All games, including playoffs, will be played on Saturday, June 22, 2019.

How do playoffs work?

  • Playoffs are single-elimination style (win and you advance to the next round, lose and you’re out).

Will the tournament be cancelled if it rains?

  • Rain or shine - game on!

  • Games may only be cancelled in the event of an electrical storm or at the tournament organizer’s discretion.

  • Unfortunately, refunds will not be given because of the weather.

What equipment can players and goalies use?

  • All goalies must bring their own equipment to the tournament.

  • Players may use wood, composite, or plastic hockey sticks.

  • Hockey gloves and shin pads are recommended, but not mandatory.

What are the game rules?

See full rules here, including:

  • Continuous play

  • Continuous movement of the ball

  • Time outs

  • Mercy rule

  • Ties and shoot-outs

  • Forfeits

  • Hand pass

  • Slap shots

  • Co-ed requirements

  • Penalties