2020 FALL KICKOFF FRIENDLIES-CANCELLED DUE TO COVID-19
Remember this is a friendly event. The intention is to give all teams some preseason minutes to prepare for the upcoming Fall.
General Information
Lou Fusz Athletic and Tony Glavin Soccer Club present the Fall Kickoff Preseason Friendlies. This 'Friendly' event is the best way to get your team ready for the quickly approaching Fall season. Whether you are preparing for MRL, ECNL, NPL, a big tournament, your local league, or just want to get a couple of organized, competitive games in at low price, this event is for you. The purpose of this event is to allow each team the opportunity for competitive game play while promoting player health, safety, and development during the early Fall season preparation period. No scores posted, no trophies. Certified referees, training staff, coaching conflict accommodations, concessions, and free parking are some of the other perks that come with this event.
Important Dates
Application Deadline: July 18, 2020
Application Fee Paid By: July 20, 2020
Accepted Teams Notified: July 18, 2020
Brackets Posted: July 21, 2020
Schedule Posted: July 24, 2020
Games
Thursday: Local teams will have the option to play
Friday: Local teams and available out-of-town teams
Saturday: Pool play
Sunday: Pool play
No Finals or Championship Game. Friendlies format.
Eligibility
Open to USYSA teams and US Club teams
This is a “Stay & Play” tournament; all out of town teams are required to stay in hotels approved by the Lou Fusz Athletic. Please book team rooms via the "Lodging" button to receive our special partnered rates.
Age Division
U8–U10 play 7v7 (25 Minute Halves)
U11–U12 play 9v9 (30 Minute Halves)
U13–U15 play 11v11 (30 Minute Halves)
U16+ play 11v11 (40 Minute Halves)
'Trapped' players in the U14/15 age groups will be allowed to participate with advance approval from tournament committee.
Application Payment
Please pay using the PayPal button or mail us a check
(include team name and tournament name in subject line) to:
Lou Fusz Athletic
Attn: SOCCER TOURNAMENTS
1 Rams Way
Earth City, MO 63045
Athletic Trainer Services
Children's Hospital & Washington University Physician's Young Athlete Center will be providing the Athletic Training services at the tournament.
Tournament Contacts
DeeDee Rood (636) 939-5151, Email: deedee.tgsc@att.net
Franco Carotenuto (480) 889-4628, Franco@Fusz.com
