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Disney Pre-Season Soccer Kick-Off, Presented by AS Roma
Start your season the right way at the Disney Pre-Season Soccer Kick-Off. This youth tournament will be held at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex and is open to boys and girls U9-U14. Kick-off your season and spend a weekend at the Walt Disney World® Resort!
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Schedule
| Day/Date | Activity | Scheduled Times |
| Friday 8/16/2013 | Registration/Play Begins* | 3:30 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Saturday 8/17/2013 | Pool Play Continues | 8:00 AM – 10:30 PM |
| Sunday 8/18/2013 | Semi-Finals/Finals | 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
Registration
Team Registration
Team Registration
ENTRY FEES
U09-U10: $475
U11-U12: $575
U13-U14: $775
In the event that an Age Division Bracket does not attain an adequate number of registered Teams, the Tournament Director shall notify those registered teams as soon as possible. The teams will be given the option of playing up or receiving a full refund.
ENTRY DEADLINE
July 27, 2013
APPLY
All teams must submit an online application.
U.S., Canadian, and Puerto Rico Teams - Apply online now!
International Teams - Apply Here
To expedite the review of your application, it is recommended that you use your most current GOT Soccer Team Account when registering.
Upon acceptance into the tournament, your team entry fee must be paid in full immediately to guarantee your spot. Entry fees are non-refundable. In the event your team must withdraw from the tournament, you must notify the tournament director in writing at least 30 days prior to the tournament date and you will be allowed to transfer your entry fee to a future event.
International
Team Registration
| International Applications - | Apply Here in English |
| Aplican Aquí en Español | |
| Aplique Aqui no Português |
International Teams Requirements
- All international teams must stay at the Walt Disney World® Resort and purchase a registration package for each athlete, coach and spectator on the team with a Disney Sport representative.
- All teams must be confirmed and fully paid no later than 45 days prior to the event
- Each team is limited to a maximum 18 athletes for 11v11, 14 athletes for 8v8 and 12 athletes for 6v6.
- Travel partners are responsible for the entire group's registration, documentation and necessary invoices for payment.
- The travel partner will be responsible to secure from Disney and provide teams with package components to include: theme park tickets, length of event tickets for spectators to ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, and wristbands for transportation.
BENEFITS
- Specially-priced accommodations at selected Disney hotels
- Guaranteed tournament entries
- Specially-priced theme park tickets
- Transportation for the tournament, airport and Theme parks
- Meet and play against teams from around the world
- Minimum three (3) game guarantee
PACKAGES
Specially-priced packages for athletes, coaches and spectators include discounted hotel accommodations, theme park tickets, and admission to all tournament games
- Participant /team registration fee
- Hotel accommodations
- Theme park Tickets
- Ground Transportation
- Spectator Tournament Tickets
- Participant Give away
- Coaches Gift
- Priority game schedule
- Adidas Game ball ( 1 per team)
OPTIONALS
- Water Park Tickets
- DisneyQuest® Indoor Interactive Theme Park Tickets
- Meal Packages
Important Dates
TEAM REGISTRATION DEADLINES
- All international teams must be fully registered 45 days before the tournament
TEAM VISA ASSISTANCE
- Only teams that have a signed contract with deposit are eligible to receive Visa assistance. Deadline for visa assistance is 75 days prior to the tournament. You must provide a room list in order to get Visa assistance.
TEAM CONTRACT DEPOSIT
- The group or team has one (1) month from the date the contract was sent out to return the contract signed with the group deposit payment.
TEAM FULL PAYMENT
- Full payment must be received 45 days before the tournament.
- For promotional prices, full payment must be received 75 days prior to the tournament
- Teams that finalize all payments after 45 days out will be subjected to late fees, forfeit of deposit, and other penalties that could include cancellation from the tournament
TEAM ROOM LIST
- Must provide an accurate and final room list spreadsheet 45 days prior to the tournament; using the excel spreadsheet sent by Disney.
TEAM DOCUMENTATION (ALL DUE 45 DAYS BEFORE TOURNAMENT)
- Copy of passport
- Signed Medical release form
- Signed Disney waiver
- Proof of insurance
- Letter from the National Governing Body or school that the team represents
- Fill in the roster with player profiles online (www.gotsoccer.com)
International Teams Apply
Request more information or initiate the application process and a Disney Soccer representative will contact you.
Attention Canadian and Puerto Rican teams: Please follow the registration process for U.S. teams.
For questions, please contact the Disney Soccer team at 407-938-3567 or email leonardo.leite@disney.com
Instructions in English
Thank you for your interest in the Disney Pre-Season Soccer Kick-Off. Please complete the information requested below and a member of the Disney Soccer team will contact you with the requirements for international team participation and information on ESPN Wide World of Sports approved travel providers in your region.
Instrucciones en Español
Gracias por su interes en el Disney Pre-Season Soccer Kick-Off. Favor de completar la informacion requerida abajo, y un miembro del Disney Soccer se communicara con usted con los requerimientos que usted necesitara para participar como groupo internacional. Tambien se le enviara informacion sobre las agencias de viajes approvadas en nuestra region y ESPN Wide World of Sports.
Instruçõ no Português
Obrigado por seu interesse no torneio Disney Pre-Season Soccer Kick-Off. Por favor, complete o formulário abaixo e um membro do Disney Soccer team fará contato com voce para informá-lo dos requisitos de participação para equipes internacionais e agentes de viagem autorizados em seu país.
Referee
Referee Registration
Are you interested in refereeing a world-class event at the ultimate sports destination? Disney Soccer invites you to join our referee team for Disney Pre-Season Soccer Kick-Off
As part of the event we offer these benefits:
- Free hotel accommodations for visiting referees (2 working referees per room traveling from 60 miles outside Central Florida / Orlando area
- Travel allowance for Grade 7 & higher referees (Must be traveling from 60 miles outside Central Florida / Orlando area
- $10 Meal stipend provided for referees working 3+ games per day
- Complimentary gift
- Referee camaraderie
Registration Coming Soon!
Camps, Clinics & Expos
Zico Soccer Clinic
The annual Zico Soccer Clinic at ESPN Wide World of Sports will take place prior to our Disney Pre-Season Soccer Kick-Off. Individual players and teams will be trained by the legendary Zico and his coaching staff. The coaching staff consists of former professional players and active soccer coaches who have extensive experience in elite soccer training. Please visit the Zico Soccer Academy website at www.zicosoccercamp.com for pricing and registration information.
Checklist
Please follow the below checklist to complete your registration and prepare to compete!
Book room accommodations with Disney’s designated travel provider, Anthony Travel, by calling 800-736-6377 or visiting www.anthonytravel.com.
Due Date: July 15
If you do not complete your room reservations by this date your team will not be scheduled and will be cancelled from the tournament.
Waivers
You are required to submit signed Disney Sports Waivers for each team member and coach that will be listed on your official team roster.
Minor Waiver
Adult Waiver
Due Date: July 15
Please Note: Our waiver collection process has changed from previous years. You are no longer required to mail or fax waivers prior to an event. Please bring signed waivers with you to On-site Tournament Registration. Also you will notice there are separate waivers for Minors and Adults. The Minor Waiver is for the athlete and the Adult Waiver is for the coach/manager (3 max.).
Online Roster
You are required to submit your team roster online.
Access your Online Roster here.
Due Date: July 15
Note about eligibility/age requirements: The player's playing age is determined by the following USYSA guidelines for 2013/2014.
| Age Division | Birth Year Range |
| Under 14 Girls and Boys Division | 08-01-99 thru 07-31-00 |
| Under 13 Girls and Boys Division | 08-01-00 thru 07-31-01 |
| Under 12 Girls and Boys Division | 08-01-01 thru 07-31-02 |
| Under 11 Girls and Boys Division | 08-01-02 thru 07-31-03 |
| Under 10 Girls and Boys Division | 08-01-03 thru 07-31-04 |
| Under 09 Girls and Boys Division | 08-01-04 thru 07-31-05 |
This will be the first event for the 2013/2014 Seasonal Year
Sanctioning/Player Cards
FYSA AND USSF SANCTIONING
This tournament is sanctioned by FYSA and USSF. In order to participate, all players and coaches are required to have a current USSF/USYSA/FYSA or their Affiliates Player/Coach Pass Card. If you are not a member of any of these organizations please call (800) 4-SOCCER to obtain membership information.
SANCTIONING RULES FOR FYSA TEAMS
In order to participate in this tournament all FYSA teams must be in "Good Standing". Please submit for approval a copy of your official FYSA computer-generated roster
SANCTIONING RULES FOR NON-FLORIDA TEAMS
In order to participate in this tournament all USYS and other USSF affiliates must be in "Good Standing" and obtain Permission to Travel* from their State/National Association. Please send a copy of your completed Approved/Certified Roster along with your Permission to Travel to our office at least 30 days prior to the event.
*Permission to Travel is not required from teams registered with US Club Soccer.
In order to participate in this tournament all teams from outside the United States must have written permission and verification from US Soccer and their country's Federation indicating authorization to participate in the Disney Youth Tournament. Please send a copy of your completed Approved/Certified Roster (complete with one recent passport size photo of each player and coach), your Permission to Travel and Proof of Insurance to our office at least 30 days prior to the event. International teams (players and coaches) will be required to present passports at registration.
On-site Tournament Registration
At least one team representative must attend and that representative must present the following documents:
- Approved/Certified Roster from your State/National Association
- Permission to Travel
- Player/Coach Pass Cards
- Completed Disney Sports Waiver Forms
Medical Release Forms
(Due at On-Site Check In)Disney Soccer events shall require all teams participating in the tournament to provide medical releases for each player in an appropriate form. Most organizations/clubs/leagues/teams have their own forms. These are acceptable for Disney Soccer events. These authorizations shall be reviewed by Disney Soccer at registration and kept in the possession of a team official.
If your team does not have their own medical release form, the sample form below can be used for our tournament.
Fundraising
Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Alamo Rent-A-Car Team Fundraising Program
It takes a team to make the dream of going to Disney World for student athletes come true. Working with Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Alamo Rent-A-Car, we developed a program that allows you to earn fundraising dollars for your team while doing an everyday activity - renting a car.
Once you've registered for the program, 5% of qualifying purchases from you, family and friends will go to your team. While the program can be used for travel at any time, your upcoming trip to ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex would be a great opportunity to earn extra funds for your team.
ESPN The Magazine Coaches Fundraising Program
ESPN wants to help support your team, club or organization. When you sell 2-year subscriptions to ESPN The Magazine, your team keeps 75% on the spot! That's $30 per subscription!
Your donors will receive over 80% off the newsstand prices plus they will receive 2 years of ESPN Insider as well. Click here for more details on how to sign up.
Hotels
All teams are required to stay in one of the official tournament hotels and must make their reservations through one of Disney's approved travel vendors. Please note: Failure to make your reservations through a Disney approved travel vendor can result in the non-acceptance of your team for the designated tournament.
Competition Venues
The following competition venues will be used for the tournament:
HESS® Sports Fields at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex
ADDITIONAL VENUES
To accommodate as many teams as possible, additional Disney approved venues may be utilized. Please note that additional fields may not be on Walt Disney World® Resort property.
To view directions to an offsite property please click the complex name below:
Directions & Maps
Driving Direction to ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex
If you're traveling by car, it's easy to find the Walt Disney World® Resort and ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. We're located southwest of Orlando, off Interstate 4 (I-4), west of the Florida Turnpike. Routes from some major US cities:Atlanta, GA: I-75 South to the Florida Turnpike South toward Orlando to I-4 West to Walt Disney World® Resort - Exit 65 to Wide World of Sports
Boston, MA: I-95 South to I-4 West to Walt Disney World® Resort - Exit 65 to Wide World of Sports
Chicago, IL: I-65 South to I-24 East to I-75 South to the Florida Turnpike South toward Orlando to I-4 West to Walt Disney World® Resort - Exit 65 to Wide World of Sports
Columbia, SC: I-26 East to I-95 South to I-4 West to Walt Disney World® Resort - Exit 65 to Wide World of Sports
Dallas, TX: I-20 East to I-49 South to I-10 East to I-75 South to the Florida Turnpike South toward Orlando to I-4 West to Walt Disney World® Resort - Exit 65 to Wide World of Sports
Hilton Head Island, SC: US 278 West to I-95 South to I-4 West to Walt Disney World® Resort - Exit 65 to Wide World of Sports
New Orleans, LA: I-10 East to I-75 South to the Florida Turnpike South toward Orlando to I-4 West to Walt Disney World® Resort - Exit 65 to Wide World of Sports
New York, NY: I-95 South to I-4 West to Walt Disney World® Resort - Exit 65 to Wide World of Sports
Raleigh, NC: I-95 South to I-4 West to Walt Disney World® Resort - Exit 65 to Wide World of Sports
Washington, DC: I-95 South to I-4 West to Walt Disney World® Resort - Exit 65 to Wide World of Sports
To view directions to an offsite property please click the complex name below:
Austin Tindall Complex
Lake Myrtle Complex
Mickey's Retreat
Complex Admission
Spectator admission is required for all tournament games at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. Length-of-Event tournament passes (LOE) allow for admission to all days of the tournament.
- Daily admission: $ 16.00 (ages 10 & older) $11.00 (ages 3-9)
- LOE admission: $32.00 (ages 10 & older) $22.00 (ages 3-9)
Venue Information
The following competition venues will be used for the tournament:
HESS® SPORTS FIELDS AT ESPN WIDE WORLD OF SPORTS COMPLEX
ADDITIONAL VENUES
To accommodate as many teams as possible, additional Disney approved venues may be utilized. Please note that additional fields may not be on Walt Disney World® Resort property.
To view directions to an offsite property please click the complex name below:
On Site Event Check In
Date: August 16th, 2013(Friday)
Time: 15:30-20:00
ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex
(3rd base baseball stadium)
At least one team representative must attend and that representative must present the following documents:
- Approved/Certified Roster from your State/National Association
- Permission to Travel
- Player/Coach Pass Cards
- Completed Disney Sports Waiver Forms
- Medical Release Forms
(Due at On-Site Check In)- Disney Soccer events shall require all teams participating in the tournament to provide medical releases for each player in an appropriate form. Most organizations/clubs/leagues/teams have their own forms. These are acceptable for Disney Soccer events. These authorizations shall be reviewed by Disney Soccer at registration and kept in the possession of a team official.
If your team does not have their own medical release form, the sample form below can be used for our tournament.
- Disney Soccer events shall require all teams participating in the tournament to provide medical releases for each player in an appropriate form. Most organizations/clubs/leagues/teams have their own forms. These are acceptable for Disney Soccer events. These authorizations shall be reviewed by Disney Soccer at registration and kept in the possession of a team official.
Roster
You are required to submit your team roster online.
Access your Online Roster here.
Due Date: July 15
Waiver
You are required to submit signed Disney Sports Waivers for each team member and coach that will be listed on your official team roster.
Minor Waiver
Adult Waiver
Due Date: July 15
Please Note: Our waiver collection process has changed from previous years. You are no longer required to mail or fax waivers prior to an event. Please bring signed waivers with you to On-site Tournament Registration. Also you will notice there are separate waivers for Minors and Adults. The Minor Waiver is for the athlete and the Adult Waiver is for the coach/manager (3 max.).
Permission To Travel
In order to participate in this tournament all USYS and other USSF affiliates must be in "Good Standing" and obtain Permission to Travel* from their State/National Association. Please send a copy of your completed Approved/Certified Roster along with your Permission to Travel to our office at least 30 days prior to the event.
**Permission to Travel is not required from teams registered with FYSA or US Club Soccer.
In order to participate in this tournament all teams from outside the United States must have written permission and verification from US Soccer and their country's Federation indicating authorization to participate in the Disney Youth Tournament. Please send a copy of your completed Approved/Certified Roster (complete with one recent passport size photo of each player and coach), your Permission to Travel and Proof of Insurance to our office at least 30 days prior to the event. International teams (players and coaches) will be required to present passports at registration.
Guest Player Registration
Are you a player whose team will not be attending, but would like the opportunity to guest play with one of our participating teams? Players interested in being an eligible guest player must register on gotsoccer.com.
Your information will be provided to coaches that are looking for guest players. Remember, in order to participate, all players and coaches are required to have a current USSF or their Affiliates Player/Coach Pass Card.
IMPORTANT: Due to the different rules and regulations for guest players throughout the many USYS State Associations and other National Governing Bodies (NGB) it is the responsibility of the players and coaches involved to make sure all the required forms and documents are provided to the tournament. If in doubt contact the State Associations/NGB involved.
- FYSA Guest Player Form
- US Club Guest Player Form
- USYS Interstae Permission Form (For guest players to teams from another USYS State Associations)
COACHES:
If you are interested in adding a guest player to your team please follow the steps outlined below to access and add available guest players. Remember, in order to participate, all players and coaches are required to have a current USSF or their Affiliates Player/Coach Pass Card.
How to add a Guest Player to your roster:
- Go to your Got Soccer team page
- Click on Disney Pre-Season Soccer Kick-Off 2013 under Events Accepted
- Click on the tab that says "Guest Player"
- Select and contact the player from the list and add to your team
Travel Packages
US and Puerto Rican Teams
Anthony Travel
Anthony Travel is also your source for specially-priced Walt Disney World® Theme Park tickets. These tickets, exclusive to participants and families of Disney Soccer tournaments, are available at a significant savings through Anthony Travel.
A full service sports travel agency, Anthony Travel can also assist your team with transportation to and in Orlando. Group air benefits, with savings off lowest published fares, include*:
- Waiver of airline fee for changes on return flights during tournament play
- Name changes for group travel
- Waiver of advance purchase fare requirements for groups
- Waiver of Saturday night stay requirements for groups
- 24-hour emergency assistance
*Benefits vary by airline and may not be available in all markets.
Discounted car and van rentals are also available. To make your reservations, please visit www.AnthonyTravel.com or call (800) 736-6377 for more information.
Canadian Teams
Merit Travel
Merit Sports Travel is the designated Canadian travel partner for Disney Soccer. We are happy to walk you through the travel booking process and ensure that your team enjoys the best trip possible.
To book your trip please contact:
Michael LeBlanc
michael.leblanc@merit.ca (email)
647.519.6152 (cell)
1.866.696.8591 x 4217 (office)
We look forward to helping you make the team's trip to Florida an unforgettable soccer experience.
International Teams
International Vendors
Take part in the Disney Pre-Season Soccer Kick-Off through one of our Official Tour & Travel Partners! If you are traveling, either domestically or internationally, and would like assistance in securing travel packages, please contact one of the Disney Official Tour Operators or Travel Agents below to learn more!
What are the benefits of booking your Disney trip with one of the Official Tour & Travel Partners?
- Personalized guest service and communication from our Official Tour & Travel Partners
- Specially-priced Disney Packages
- Onsite Guides and Interpreters, provided by our Official Tour & Travel Partners*
- Ease of mind – leave the travel planning to the experts
*Based on group size, please contact Official Tour & Travel Partner for more details.
**Every Tour & Travel Partner is different, so please be sure to contact them directly for specific payment options.
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GUATEMALA
HONDURAS
DOMENICAN REPUBLIC
COSTA RICA
PANAMA
TRINIDAD & TOBAGO
MEXICO
BAHAMAS
SOUTH AMERICA
BRAZIL
ARGENTINA
COLOMBIA
VENEZUELA
ECUADOR
CHILE
EUROPE
UNITED KINGDOM
ASIA
JAPAN
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Event at a Glance
- Eligibility:
- Important Dates:
- Fees:
- Contact:
This is an FYSA Sanctioned Tournament, which is open to all USSF/FIFA affiliated organizations for boys and girls in age groups: U9-U10 (6v6), U11-U12 (8v8), and U13-U14 (Full Sided)
Event:
Aug. 16-18, 2013
Entry Deadline:
Jul. 27, 2013
All international teams must be fully registered 45 days before the tournament
Aug. 16-18, 2013
Entry Deadline:
Jul. 27, 2013
All international teams must be fully registered 45 days before the tournament
U09-U10: $475
U11-U12: $575
U13-U14: $775
U11-U12: $575
U13-U14: $775
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