The Sparkle City Invitational

Description

One day tournament. Admission Saturday $20 Cash Only No electronic payments will be accepted Wristband Policy Wristbands must be applied by ASC staff at the time of purchase and must be worn securely on the wrist at all times for entry and re-entry. Any wristband that is removed, lost, damaged, transferred, tampered with, or altered in any way will be considered void and will require the purchase of a new wristband. Kids 10 and under Free CASH ONLY Wristband Policy Wristbands must be applied by ASC staff at the time of purchase and must be worn securely on the wrist at all times for entry and re-entry. Any wristband that is removed, lost, damaged, transferred, tampered with, or altered in any way will be considered void and will require the purchase of a new wristband. All determinations regarding wristband validity are at the sole discretion of ASC staff, and all decisions are final. No refunds or replacements will be issued under any circumstances.

• Tournament (1-Day Play™)
• All teams
• Boys & Girls: 12th-1st
• $150.00 entry fee

General Information

Coaches Check-In
All coaches must check in at the gym where their first game will be played. The doors to the facilities will open at 7:45 AM on Saturday. Please inform your parents and players of this time. Only 3 coach bands will be issued per team. If these bands are removed or lost, no replacements will be given.

All players must either wear the full uniform (jersey and shorts) or have the full uniform in hand when entering the gym. Coaches, please ensure that your players are in full uniform; otherwise, they will not be allowed to enter the facility (no exceptions).

Zero Tolerance Policy
• No fans are allowed to approach the score table or speak to the scorekeepers after the game. Any issues or concerns must be addressed by a team coach who can then communicate with the tournament directors. Harassment of individuals at the score/clock table will result in automatic ejection.

• Spectators are not permitted to argue with officials, other spectators, coaches, or players. On first notice, violators will be ejected from the gym and banned from returning to any subsequent games in the tournament. No refunds will be issued. •

-If a spectator or parent is ejected, their child will be ineligible to continue playing from the moment of the ejection. This rule applies for the remainder of the weekend's games.

• The Event Director/Event Management retains final authority over all rules, policies, and directives. After consulting with all involved parties, they may override any rule to ensure fairness, safety, time considerations, and fair play.

Wristband Policy
Wristbands must be applied by ASC staff at the time of purchase and must be worn securely on the wrist at all times for entry and re-entry.

Any wristband that is removed, lost, damaged, transferred, tampered with, or altered in any way will be considered void and will require the purchase of a new wristband.

All determinations regarding wristband validity are at the sole discretion of ASC staff, and all decisions are final. No refunds or replacements will be issued under any circumstances.

Spectator Conduct Policy
All spectators are expected to behave in a respectful and sportsmanlike manner toward players, coaches, officials, staff, and other attendees at all times.

The following behaviors are strictly prohibited:
• Verbal abuse, harassment, or intimidation of staff, officials, or participants • Use of profanity or threatening language • Disruptive, aggressive, or unsportsmanlike conduct • Refusal to follow instructions from event staff or security

Any spectator engaging in prohibited behavior may be removed from the event immediately, without warning.
Individuals removed for misconduct will not receive a refund and may be denied re-entry for the remainder of the event and/or future events.

All determinations of misconduct are at the sole discretion of ASC staff, and all decisions are final.

Prohibited Items & Venue Rules

The following items are not permitted:
• Weapons of any kind
• Illegal or controlled substances
• Alcohol or tobacco products (where prohibited)
• Fireworks or hazardous mate
• Any item deemed unsafe by staff or security

ASC and event staff reserve the right to determine, at their sole discretion, whether any item poses a safety, security, or operational concern and may prohibit or remove any item not explicitly listed above.

Pets are not permitted except certified service animals.

Food and non-alcoholic beverages are permitted unless restricted by venue policy and must be disposed of properly. Event staff may restrict or revoke these privileges if necessary due to safety, cleanliness, or facility requirements.

Staff and security reserve the right to inspect bags and remove prohibited or unattended items.
Health & Safety Policies – Assumption of Risk

All participants and spectators acknowledge that attendance and participation in live sporting events involve inherent risks, including but not limited to injury, illness, or accidents.
By attending or participating, all individuals voluntarily assume all risks associated with the event.

ASC, its staff, partners, and affiliated facilities shall not be held liable for any injury, loss, damage, or incident occurring in connection with the event.