Disney Boys Soccer Showcase

Click here to view 2017 schedules, which will be released approximately 2 weeks prior to the event.

Day/Date	Activity	Scheduled Times
Dec 26, 2017	Registration	5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Dec 27, 2017	Competition Begins	8:30 AM – 10:30 PM
Dec 28, 2017	Competition Continues	8:30 AM – 10:30 PM
Dec 29, 2017	Competition Continues	8:30 AM – 10:30 PM
Dec 30, 2017	Competition Continues	8:30 AM – 10:30 PM
Dec 31, 2017	Competition Continues (U15-U19) Finals and Consolation (U11-U14)	8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

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Registration is now open for the Disney Boys Soccer Showcase at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at Walt Disney World® Resort.

Dates: December 27‐31, 2017
Entry Deadline: August 15, 2017 for U13-19
September 1, 2017 for U11-U12
Age Divisions: U15‐U19
U11‐U14
Team Entry Fee:U15‐U19: $1795
U13‐U14: $1495
U11-U12: $995
Team Registration Includes:

• Professionally maintained fields
• Minimum 3-game guarantee (U15-U19 all games to be played at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex)
• Certified referees
• Presence of athletic trainers, provided by Select Medical, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex
• Ice water at each field
• 1 Game Ball per team

VERY IMPORTANT:
When applying please make sure to use your most, up to date GOT Soccer team account. Got Soccer will be the primary source for reviewing a team's tournament and league history. Teams who apply with little or no history will be declined immediately, but eligible to re-apply using their primary GOT Soccer account.

Application & Refund Process
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.

*All teams are required to stay in one of the official tournament hotels and use one of Disney's approved travel providers to compete at the event. See details under the Travel Packages and Rules tabs.

**Events may be subject to availability, capacity limits, eligibility requirements, and may be subject to delay, change, or cancellation for inclement weather. Application deadline subject to change due to volume of applications and event capacity. 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.

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 in the Required Documents section.

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.

All teams attending Disney Girls Soccer Showcase are required to participate in advance electronic registration by submitting their required documents online to their GOT Soccer account.

Click for more information about Advance Online Check-in Information.

Important: *On-site Team Check-in is required.* A team representative will need to pick up the team's credentials and sign to verify that all information received for your team is accurate and current.

Please follow the below checklist to complete your registration and prepare to compete!

Book room accommodations with an approved Disney Travel Vendor.

All Teams: Travel through Anthony Travel by calling 800-736-6377 or visiting www.anthonytravel.com/espnwwos/.

Due Date: October 15th
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:

• Adult Waiver (18 and older)
• Minor Waiver (17 and younger)

Please Note: Our waiver collection process has changed from previous years. Please bring signed waivers with you to On-site Tournament Registration or upload if using Express Check-In.

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: December 1, 2017

 

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 bring a copy of your completed Approved/Certified Roster along with your Permission to Travel to the on-site registration.

Application to Host form is in the Required Documents section.

**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 Boys Soccer Showcase Tournament. Please bring a copy of your completed Approved/Certified Roster, your Permission to Travel and Proof of Insurance to the on-site registration. International teams (players and coaches) will be required to present passports at registration.



On-site Tournament Registration

December 26th, 2017
5:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Orlando Hilton Bonnet Creek Resort
14100 Bonnet Creek Resort Lane
Orlando, Florida 32821

Important: *On-site Team Check-in is required.* A team representative will need to pick up the team's credentials and sign to verify that all information received for your team is accurate and current. See list below for what is required to be uploaded to your GOTSoccer account:

• Approved/Certified Roster from your State/National Association
• Permission to Travel (not required from teams registered with FYSA or US Club Soccer)
• Completed Disney Sports Waiver Forms - Required Documents section.

Required to bring:
• Player/Coach Pass Cards
• Medical Release Forms - Required Documents section.
  • 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.
    
    
    

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.

All teams, except as noted below, are subject to book lodging through the Disney designated travel provider as a condition to compete at the event.

• Teams that are located within a 75 mile driving distance of the ESPN's Wide World of Sports Complex are not required to book.
• Teams that are located within a 90 mile driving distance of the ESPN's Wide World of Sports Complex and have a drive time of less than 90 minutes are not required to book.
• All teams over 90 miles are expected to book with the designated travel provider as a condition to compete - no exceptions
• Addresses used for the determination of the distance/time will be the address of ESPN Wide World of Sports and the team's primary contact address.
• Google Maps TM or other approved online mapping services will be used to determine driving distance and time.

Anthony Travel is the designated travel provider for all US, Puerto Rico and Canadian teams. 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.

For information on purchasing Walt Disney World® Theme Park tickets please visit www.anthonytravel.com/espnwwos/ or call (800) 736-6377

ESPN Wide World of Sports Grill
The ESPN Wide World of Sports Grill is a quick-service restaurant located at the entrance to the sports complex. Menu items include burgers, sandwiches, and salads as well as an assortment of desserts and beverages.

Ordering Fresh Prepared Meals
Teams have the option to place catering orders in advance of their trip for quick, easy and well balanced fresh prepared meals, bulk beverages, and/or snacks. The convenience of having your meals planned in advance will save on time and stress.


Place your order at least 2 business days prior to the event date. Deliveries for Saturday, Sunday or Monday must be received by 3pm on Friday.

Please call 407-939-2026 with any questions or to customize your order.

Special Functions
Special food and beverage options may be available for your event, including catered meals or private parties. Please check your event listing on the web site or contact us for more information.

Reservations at Walt Disney World® Restaurants
Call 407.WDW.DINE for information on Walt Disney World or to make a reservation for your team.

Don't miss a magical moment! Register for Disney's Gameday Photos service, and a professional Disney photographer will be dedicated to cover your team and/or athlete.*




Videography

StreamSports will be offering its filming and highlight reel services to capture your games in High Definition. StreamSports camera operators film from Skypods, reaching a height of 25 feet, providing the perfect viewing angle for coaches, players and parents. StreamSports staff and employees come from sports backgrounds and all camera operators are trained specifically to film soccer.

Looking to get recruited? Have StreamSports create the perfect highlight reel for you to showcase your skills. Your highlight reel comes with your very own Player Video Portal, perfect for sending to coaches and recruiters.

For additional information about StreamSports during the event, please click here, or you may call 407-965-0245 or email info@streamsports.com.

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 Sports Complex
700 S. Victory Way
Kissimmee, FL 34747
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• Complex Guide Map
• Complex Driving directions
• Marathon® Fields

AUSTIN-TINDALL REGIONAL PARK
4100 Boggy Creek Road
Kissimmee, FL 34744
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LAKE MYRTLE COMPLEX
905 Lake Myrtle Drive
Auburndale, FL 33823
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NORTHEAST REGIONAL PARK
50901 Hwy 27
Davenport, FL 33897
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MICKEY'S RETREAT
8151 Lake Forest Drive
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32821
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Sports Fields at Championsgate Resort
Omni Hotels & Resorts
5544 Ronald Reagan Parkway
Davenport, FL 33896
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If you have trouble finding this location in your GPS please use:
    28.256762 - Latitude
    -81.627452 - Longitude

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: $18.50 (ages 10 & older) $13.50 (ages 3-9)
• LOE admission: $ 55.50 (ages 10 & older) $40.50 (ages 3-9)

Complex spectator admission can be purchased on the day of the event at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex box office.

Important: *On-site Team Check-in is required.* A team representative will need to pick up the team's credentials and sign to verify that all information received for your team is accurate and current. See list below for what is required to be uploaded to your GOTSoccer account:

• Approved/Certified Roster from your State/National Association
• Permission to Travel (not required from teams registered with FYSA or US Club Soccer)
• Access your Disney Sports Waiver form in the Required Documents section.

Required to bring:

• Player/Coach Pass Cards
• Medical Release Forms - Required Documents
  • 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, a usable sample form can be accessed in the Required Documents section for our tournament.
    
    

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 bring a copy of your completed Approved/Certified Roster along with your Permission to Travel to the on-site event check-in.

Permission to Travel
Download Application to Host Form

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 Boys Soccer Showcase Tournament. Please bring a copy of your completed Approved/Certified Roster, your Permission to Travel and Proof of Insurance to the on-site registration. International teams (players and coaches) will be required to present passports at on-site registration.

**Permission to Travel is not required from teams registered with US Club Soccer.

Waivers
All of your participants appearing on the roster (coaches, athletes, staff, etc.) must sign an event waiver. Waivers may be downloaded at the links below, and all waivers must be presented at team check-in when you arrive for the event.

• Adult Waiver (18 and older)
• Minor Waiver (17 and younger)

Medical Release Form
Download the Medical Release Form

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.

Due Date: December 1, 2017
Note about eligibility/age requirements: The player's playing age is determined by the following

USYSA guidelines for 2017/2018.

Please note: This does not apply to those participating in Express Check-In. If participating in Express Check-In, all documents must be submitted by date provided in guidelines.

Age Division	Birth Year
Under 19 Girls/Boys Division	Born in 1999
Under 18 Girls/Boys Division	Born in 2000
Under 17 Girls/Boys Division	Born in 2001
Under 16 Girls/Boys Division	Born in 2002
Under 15 Girls/Boys Division	Born in 2003
Under 14 Girls/Boys Division	Born in 2004
Under 13 Girls/Boys Division	Born in 2005
Under 12 Girls/Boys Division	Born in 2006
Under 11 Girls/Boys Division	Born in 2007

 

2017 Tournament Rules

Your team and its athletes are responsible for knowing and following the official tournament rules.

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.



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.

• US Club Guest Player Form
• USYS Interstate 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 Boys Soccer Showcase under Events Accepted
• Click on the tab that says "Guest Player"

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

2017 College Coaches in attendance.

Are you interested in recruiting a world-class event at the ultimate sports destination? Welcome to the Proving Ground. ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex has something for you! Disney Boys Soccer Showcase is intensely competitive and features the best teams from around the country.


There is no charge to register and all college coaches who pre-register will receive complimentary:

• Admission credential to the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex as well as off-site venues
• Access to viewing towers
• On-site hospitality areas with refreshments
• Access to on-line player profiles
• Admission to the coaches' reception.
• Priority parking at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex
• Complimentary Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Options at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex
• Special Gift from the NSCAA/PUMA

Through our new alliance with NSCAA we have worked hard to recognize college coaches as preferred customers. Your feedback has allowed us to add enhancements to create a valuable experience for you and your family. Now you can turn your Disney Soccer Showcase recruiting trip into a family vacation to Walt Disney World® Resort with this great package offer from Anthony Travel! To make reservations and for additional information call 800-736-6377.

Are you interested in refereeing a world-class event at the ultimate sports destination? Disney Soccer invites you to join our referee team for 2017 Disney Boys Soccer Showcase beginning on May 15th


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
• $15 Meal stipend provided for referees working 3+ games per day
• Complimentary gift
• Referee camaraderie