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Spend your winter break outdoors at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex! Disney President's Day Soccer Festival will be filled with great soccer competition and great fun for the whole family at the Walt Disney World® Resort.
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Schedule

Date Activty Location Time
Feb 14 Registration ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex 5:00 - 9:00 PM
Feb 15-16 Tournament Play Complex & Off-Site Venues Play begins at 8:00 AM
Feb 17 Championship Play Complex & Off-Site Venues Play begins at 8:00 AM

Team Registration

Team Registration

All teams must submit an online application.

Apply online today!

A Soccer Sales Manager will review all applications and notify your team of its status as soon as possible.

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.


ENTRY DEADLINE

January 15, 2014*

*Application deadline subject to change due to volume of applications and event capacity.


REGISTRATION ENTRY FEES

  • U9-U10 $500
  • U11-U12 $600
  • U13-U18/19 $800

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.

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 anthonytravel.com.

Due Date:  January 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.

Access your Disney Sports Waiver form here.

  • Adult Waiver - Coming Soon
  • Minor Waiver- Coming Soon

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.

 Online Roster

MANDATORY: All teams must enter their rosters complete with bench personnel into the tournaments on-line scheduling system no later than 21 days prior to start of event. The minimum required information is Name, Date of Birth, player ID number, Uniform number and gender. Revisions can be made to the roster up the night of team registration. This information will appear on the tournament game reports to be used by the referees for check-in on the field prior to each game. Teams failing to input this information are subject to removal from the event.
Access your Online Roster here.

Due Date: February 5

Note about eligibility/age requirements: The player's playing age is determined by the following USYSA guidelines for 2013/2014.

Under 19 Girls and Boys Division 08-01-94 thru 07-31-95

Under 17 Girls and Boys Division 08-01-96 thru 07-31-97

Under 16 Girls and Boys Division 08-01-97 thru 07-31-98 

Under 15 Girls and Boys Division 08-01-98 thru 07-31-99

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

 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 21 days prior to the event.

Download Application to Host Form - Coming Soon

**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 indicatng authorization to participate in the Disney Youth Tournament. Please send a copy of your completed Approved/Certified Roster, 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
Friday, February 14 5:00-9:00 p.m. Registration at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex

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 (not required from teams registered with US Club Soccer)
  • Player/Coach Pass Cards
  • Completed Disney Sports Waiver Forms - Coming Soon!
  • 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.

      Medical Release Form

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.

Click here for more details on how to sign up

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.

Disney's Magical Express
Save your energy for the big game, not worrying about luggage and transportation. The latest innovation in Disney's legendary commitment to service and convenience - Disney's Magical Express - offers the perfect game plan for a hassle free arrival. This exclusive complimentary* shuttle and luggage delivery service conveniently takes you from the airport directly to your Disney Resort. It's the hassle free benefit that allows you to arrive at your event relaxed and stress-free.

For more information about Disney's Magical Express, please contact 407-939-7810 option #3.

* Disney's Magical Express is only available to and from Walt Disney World® owned and operated resorts.
Directions, Venues & Maps

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. All teams will have an opportunity to participate at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex during the tournament.

ESPN WIDE WORLD OF SPORTS COMPLEX
700 S. Victory Way
Kissimmee, FL 34747
View on Google Maps

 

AUSTIN-TINDALL REGIONAL PARK
4100 Boggy Creek Road
Kissimmee, FL 34744
View on Google Maps

From ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex
(approximately 25 minutes/25miles)

  • Turn RIGHT onto Osceola Parkway East and follow for 2 miles.
  • Exit RIGHT onto S.R. 417 (Greeneway-Toll Road) North (toward airport) and follow for 13 miles.
  • From S.R. 417, exit Boggy Creek Road south to Austin Tindall Regional Park.
  • Follow for 4 miles and the soccer Complex will be on the RIGHT.

 

NORTHEAST REGIONAL PARK
50901 Hwy 27
Davenport, FL 33897
View on Google Maps

From ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex
(approximately 25 minutes/16.5miles)

  • Turn LEFT onto Osceola Pkwy, travel .8 miles and take the ramp toward I-4/US-192.
  • Bear left at the fork - Merging onto World Drive & follow for .2 miles. Then take the US-192 exit toward I-4 East/Orlando.
  • Merge onto W Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy/US-192/SR-530 W toward US-27 and follow for 6.7miles.
  • Merge onto US-27 S towards Haines City and follow for 1.4 miles. Destination will be located on your left.

 

MICKEY'S RETREAT
8151 Lake Forrest Drive
Orlando, FL 32821
View on Google Maps

From ESPN Wide World of Sport Complex
(approximately 13 minutes/6.8 miles)

  • I-4 to Exit 68 (Lake Buena Vista)
  • Turn LEFT onto 535 SOUTH
  • Turn LEFT at 1st light (Vineland Ave.)
  • Turn RIGHT at Little Lake Bryan Parkway
  • Turn RIGHT at stop sign onto Lake Forest Drive
  • Mickey's Retreat is on the RIGHT
Complex Admission

Spectator admission is required for all tournament games at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. Length-of-Event tournament passes (LOE) allow for admission to all days of the tournament.

  • Daily admission: Coming Soon!
  • LOE admission: Coming Soon!
On Site Event Check In

Friday, February 14
5:00-9:00 p.m.
ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex

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 (not required from teams registered with FYSA and US Club Soccer)
  • 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.

      Medical Release Form
Roster

All teams must enter their rosters complete with bench personnel into the tournaments on-line scheduling system no later than 21 days prior to start of event. The minimum required information is Name, Date of Birth, player ID number, Uniform number and gender. Revisions can be made to the roster up the night of team registration. This information will appear on the tournament game reports to be used by the referees for check-in on the field prior to each game. Teams failing to input this information are subject to removal from the event.

Rules

Download the official Tournament Rules here - Coming Soon

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.

Access your Disney Sports Waiver form here.

  • Adult Waiver - Coming Soon
  • Minor Waiver - Coming Soon

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.

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 21 days prior to the event.

>Download Application to Host Form - Coming Soon

**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 indicatng authorization to participate in the Disney Youth Tournament. Please send a copy of your completed Approved/Certified Roster, 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 online – Apply online today!

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.

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 President's Day Soccer Festival 2014 under Events Accepted
  • Click on the tab that says "Guest Player"

Select and contact the player from the list and add to your team

College Coach Registration

There is no charge to register and all college coaches who pre-register will receive a complimentary admission credential to the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex as well as off-site venues.

Apply Online Today!

Travel Packages
Requirements
All Teams

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.

United States 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 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 President's Day Soccer Festival 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.

CENTRAL AMERICA

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:
  • 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-U18/19 (Full Sided).
  • Important Dates:
  • Event:
    Feb. 15-17, 2014

    Application Deadline:
    Jan. 15, 2014

  • Fees:
  • U9 – U10 $500
    U11 – U12 $600
    U13 – U18/19 $800

  • Contact:
  • Phone: 407-938-3805

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