Yardley-Makefield Soccer Club will be hosting their 20th Annual All Girls Soccer Tournament on May 9th - 11th 2008. As we go into our 20th year we once again honor long time Tournament Director and YMS coach Bob "Doc" Dougherty. Though Bob is no longer with us, he is still remembered for his dedication to this Tournament and to the Club over the years. Once again we do this Tournament in his memory.
The EPIC Tournament has grown to be one of the most popular tournaments in the North East. This year will be our most geographically diverse tournament to date, with teams hailing from as far north as Canada, and south through Virginia. Levels of play range from premier to competitive. All games above U-10 have a three person referee system. All teams are guaranteed at least 3 games.
Entry Fees: The entry fee is $425.00 for U-9 and U-10, and $525.00 for U-11 thru 18.
Application Process: Please go to Application page to apply on-line.
For those teams who advance to the final rounds of the State Cup finals, all efforts will be made to work around your schedule. If this cannot be done after all efforts are exhausted, the team will receive a full refund, after approval of the tournament director. We are a player friendly tournament and strive to give all the girls the most competitive play possible, at all levels. Good Luck to all the teams!
For the National Championship Series of State Cup for PA teams, there are no games on the Tournament weekend, so there will be no conflicts. Please visit the EPYSA website for more details. This is a wonderful opportunity for teams who want to tune up their game for state cup semi-finals and finals. For those teams who do not advance, this gives your team the opportunity to play among the best!
Location: All games will be played in and around Yardley, Bucks County, Pennsylvania.
Fields are located minutes from I-95 at the PA / NJ border.
Sanction: The tournament is approved by the Eastern Pennsylvania Youth Soccer Association and will be played in accordance with FIFA rules. Travel permits will be required for all out-of-state teams. All teams will be required to have medical release forms for their players.
Competition: EPIC will offer divisions in U-18,U-17, U-16, U-15, U-14, U-13, U-12, U-11, U-10, and U-9. Only club teams will be permitted. No tournament teams will be allowed. GUEST players must be evidenced by proper documentation. Three guest players per team will be allowed; valid player passes must be shown at time of registration. Certified athletic trainers will be available at all sites.
Awards: Awards will be given to the first and second place teams and individuals in each age group. All teams are required to exchange club patches or pins.
Application Process: Please go to Application page to apply on-line.
REQUIRED INFORMATION : After you apply you will need to send a copy of the team roster, and a permission to travel form if required by your state association.
MAIL To
Fran McDonald -Tournament Director
937 Randolph Drive Yardley, Pa 19067
** NOTE: All u9/10 teams from NJ , this is a competitve tournament (with awards) so if you have applied from this age group you need to check with your state association regarding rules for travel to competitve tournaments out of state.
Application Cut-off date – April 6th, 2008. inquire if certain age groups may have 1-2 openings-check with your coordinator,after that wait list will apply.
