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Tournament
Tournament information

All clubs, athletes and coaches must be currently registered with USA Water Polo. Please visit www.usawaterpolo.com to register your club, athletes and coach.

  1. Maximum roster size is fourteen (14) players.
  2. The final verified roster must contain the cap numbers the players will wear throughout the tournament. A player shall not change their cap number during the tournament, except with the permission of the a referee and with notification to the secretary.
  3. Tournament schedule will be completed following the closing date of final entries of one week prior to the tournament.
  4. Deadline for registration will be 4 weeks prior to the start of the tournament, to allow teams from out of state/country to purchase discounted airplane tickets, with discounted registration fees.
  5. Tournament will use a seeding order based on previous years participation.
  6. Clubs with more then one team, will be seeded in opposite brackets.
  7. We will use a running clock if there is a goal differential of 10 or more goals at any time during the 4th period.
  8. Teams will score two points for a win and 1 point for a draw. Upon tied points score in the prelimanary brackets and final brackets the following tie-break will be used: a. goals against, b. goals scored, c. game score, d. goal differential, e. coin toss.

Event location

North Shore Aquatic Complex
901 North Shore Drive NE
St. Petersburg, Florida 33701
727-893-9689

Field of play with be configured for 30 meters x 20 meters for the Men's division. Warm-up lanes available for both teams. Women's and U18 competition might play in 25 meter pool.

Awards

Team trophies will be awarded to the teams placing first, second and third in all divisions.


Competition

  1. Game times will be communicated after all entries have been received. This information will be communicated no later then 5 days before the tournament. All teams should plan to compete on Saturday at 8:00 am till 8:00 pm and Sunday from 8:00 am till 4:00 pm
  2. Teams will be garanteed 4 games.
  3. 6 Minute quarters with 1 minute between quarters, 2 minute halftime, two 20 second timeouts per team.
  4. All games will be played under USAWP and FINA rules.
  5. Tournament will follow USA Water Polo Code of Conduct for athletes, coaches and officials.
  6. Game balls will be provided.
  7. Teams need to bring their own caps and warm-up balls.

Hotels and Airports
Rates for 2010, subjective to change call hotel for details

Exclusive hotel provided by Courtyard Marriott Hotel

Comments from Andres of the Falcons Team: The marriott was great. Many of our group commented on it and how great the rate was, especially with the breakfast included for that group rate. It was really nice- a great choice. Thanks again for your hospitality- I greatly appreciate it and all the work you are doing over there with water polo.


Courtyard St. Petersburg Clearwater >>
3131 Executive Drive, Clearwater FL 33762
Call 1-800-321-2121 to make reservations and ask for Group Booking Code CDWP or click the link below of your choice
2 Queen Beds: http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/tpapg?groupCode=cdmcdmb&app=resvlink&fromDate=&toDate=
1 King with Sofa Bed: http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/tpapg?groupCode=cdmcdma&app=resvlink&fromDate=&toDate=
One bedroom suite with King and sleeper sofa available as well.

Rate includes:
Hearty Continental Breakfast (includes waffle stations).
Private team meeting room per request. Scheduled at the front desk.
1 case Gatorade per Team, FREE.
Complimentary Bar-Be-Que Grill and Picnic Area.
Complimentary parking.
Terrace Lounge offers an area for entertaining with Plasma TV.
Easy access to food with the Courtyard Market (beer & wine available).
Room service provided by local restaurant.
Complimentary high speed internet access available in all guest rooms and wireless access in the lobby.
Business center with laptop workstations, internet connectivity, faxing and printing capabilities.
Heated swimming pool, indoor whirlpool spa and exercise room.
Complimentary health club privileges to Bally Total Fitness
Two meeting rooms - accommodating up to 40 people each.
Conveniently located near I-275 with 20 minutes from Tamp International Airport and Downtown St. Petersburg.
Trained and experienced staff providing superior Marriott Service!

Tampa International Airport (TPA) www.tampaairport.com
St. Petersburg/Clearwater International Airport (PIE) www.fly2pie.com 

Car Rental

Thunder Water Polo has negotiated the lowest possible car rental from Enterprise. Prices which are only offered to Corporations and Non-For-Profits are now available if you are flying into Tampa International or Clearwater/St. Petersburg International airports. Contact us regarding your flight itinerary to get the lowest price on car rentals.

Silent Auction Items

Silent auction items will be on display for the duration of the tournament. Ranging from a $250 credit for local cable services (Bright House Networks) to local restaurant gift cards. Auction items can be closed at any time during the tournament at the discretion of Thunder Water Polo officials. Register early and win.

Live Auction

During our Saturday Night Party we will have several items from sponsors available for a live auction during which people can bid on items from a starting point. We will have some nicer items available for this live auction.

Saturday Night Event

A Cinco de Mayo Celebration will be held on Saturday following the last game. Drawing of multiple gift items. Lottery tickets will be sold during the games on Saturday. Items will be on display. Must be present to win. We will also host a live auction of nicer gift items. Cash and local checks will be accepted only.

 2010 SATURDAY NIGHT PARTY HEADQUARTERS presented by:
THREE BIRDS TAVERN
WWW.THREEBIRDSTAVERN.COM

Located convenient on 4th Street North, just a 5 minute drive from the pool into the direction of the designated hotel. The Three Birds Tavern is located on 1492 4th Street N in St. Petersburg. They will be providing us with extended Happy Hour specials in a friendly environment. Please visit their website for their exclusive menu and other specials. Jack and Robin welcome Thunder Water Polo and their guest of the third annual International Cinco de Mayo tournament.

 LUNCH

Food services during the Cinco de Mayo event will be provided by non for profit organization Some Place Special, Inc. www.someplacespecial.org
All proceeds will benefit Some Place Special for children and adults to encourage socialization, community integration and interactions. Donations will be accepted.

2010 Cinco de Mayo All Star Team

MVP: Thunder Goalie Wouter Vanderhorst
Based on 6 blocked penaties and least goals allowed in finals

 1st TEAM    
 Position Team  Votes 
Goalie  Thunder 
2m Offense  South Florida #6
2m Defense   Colombia #7
Utility  Colombia #12 
Utility  Philladelphia #8 
Utility  Thunder #10 
Utility  Philladelphia 
2nd TEAM     
 Goalie Philladelphia 
2m Offense  Dynamo #5 
2m Defense  South FLorida #2 
Utility  Dynamo #8 
Utility  Thunder #4 
Utility  South Florida #12 
Utility  South Florida #3 
     
     
     

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