General

Team Check-in

Team check-in will take place at the coaches meeting at 7:40 am on the day of the event.

Athletic Trainers

Typically, there will be no athletic trainer on site.  Teams should plan accordingly.

Admission

North Country Region sanctioned events allow the host club and/or facility to determine the price of admission.  Many of the sites utilized are local schools who use the tournament as a fundraiser for their sports teams. 

Facility and Tournament Rules

Ball handling is NOT allowed outside of the gym spaces in the facility. Coolers and outside food and drink MAY not be allowed in the venue. Only water and sports drinks may be brought inside the facilities. Concessions may be purchased on-site if offered.  Check tournament website for details.

No alcohol or weapons are allowed on or inside the premises. 

Violation of these policies or any other general misbehaviors may result in IMMEDIATE dismissal from the facility for the remainder of the day, and could result in other discipline or sanctions.

Event Policy

This event is sanctioned and insured by North Country Region–USA Volleyball (NCRUSAV).

Acceptance

Acceptance into this Tournament is first come, first served once all registration requirements are completed and is always contingent on space availability. To be accepted into a tournament, teams must satisfy the following criteria:

1. Register for tournament on AES
2. Submit entry fee payment by check
3. Submit team roster on AES

Once a division is full, teams not accepted will be placed on a waiting list in order of registration and payment received.  Note – registration does not guarantee acceptance.

Tournament reserves the right to combine similar age groups/levels if registrations deem it necessary.

Format/Match Guarantee/Tie-Breakers/Awards

Each tournament will determine its own policies for these areas.  Refer to the tournament website for more information.

Cancellation and Refund Policies

If an event is cancelled, all teams will receive a full refund.

A full refund will be given to registered teams who drop out 14 days or more prior to the event - as long as their vacated spot can be filled by the tournament director.  If the vacancy cannot be filled, the team will receive a 50% refund.

Housing or Stay to Save

If applicable, housing information will be given to PAID and ACCEPTED teams only. Utilizing North Country Region secured hotels supports local businesses that in turn support our volleyball community.  We recommend teams make their hotel reservations as early as possible.

Roster Disclaimer

Tournament hosts will determine their own officials/scorers/work team procedures.

Notes

Tournament hosts will determine their own officials/scorers/work team procedures.