Christmas Cup 2020
22nd International Youth Hockey Tournament
Most & Bílina, Czech Republic
CHRISTMAS CUP Proposition
CHRISTMAS CUP International ice hockey tournament for youth and juniors
CHRISTMAS CUP Category / Age of players / Game Times
| Cat. | Age of players | Start times | Finish times | Game times |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| U 17 | 2004 & younger | 21/12/20 at 8 o’clock in the morning | 23/12/20 at 16 o’clock in the afternoon | 3x15 min. |
| U 15 | 2006 & younger | 21/12/20 at 8 o’clock in the morning | 23/12/20 at 16 o’clock in the afternoon | 3x15 min. |
| U 14 | 2007 & younger | 17/12/20 at 8 o’clock in the morning | 19/12/20 at 16 o’clock in the afternoon | 3x15 min. |
| U 13 | 2008 & younger | 14/12/20 at 8 o’clock in the morning | 16/12/20 at 16 o’clock in the afternoon | 3x15 min. |
| U 11 | 2010 & younger | 07/12/20 at 8 o’clock in the morning | 09/12/20 at 16 o’clock in the afternoon | 3x15 min. |
| U 9 | 2012 & younger | 10/12/20 at 8 o’clock in the morning | 11/12/20 at 16 o’clock in the afternoon | 2x20 min. |
Girls in the age categories U 14–17 - can be up to 2 years older, girls in the age categories U 9–13 can be max. 1 year older.
It is played in groups each with each and then play-off for each place (each team plays min. 5 matches). Organizer reserves the right to adjust the playing time.
CHRISTMAS CUP Proposition
1) Tournament dates and time, age of players and system of the tournament
| U 17 | 2004 & younger | 21/12 – 23/12 |
| U 15 | 2006 & younger | 21/12 – 23/12 |
| U 14 | 2007 & younger | 17/12 – 19/12 |
| U 13 | 2008 & younger | 14/12 – 16/12 |
| U 11 | 2010 & younger | 07/12 – 09/12 |
| U 9 | 2012 & younger | 10/12 – 11/12 |
Girls in the age categories U 14–17 - can be up to 2 years older, girls in the age categories U 9–13 can be max. 1 year older.
Participating teams are divided to groups where they meet each other in group. After group games continues play-off games and games for final placement in the tournament (each team has guaranteed to play 5 games in the tournament). Organizer reserves the right to adjust the game time.
2) Game times
In age categories U 11-17 applies 3x15 min. effective/stopped time, according to the rules of ice hockey.
In age category U 9 applies 2x20 min. of running time (participate 3 players and 1 goalie) according to the rules of mini ice hockey.
3) Rating of the tournament
- in groups: number of points achieved, mutual matches, goal difference, more goals scored, lot.
- in Play-off: winner of game must be known. If game finish in tie, penalty shots will apply (at first each team has 3 shots, then 1 shot until final decision). Note: Penalty shots must be done always “with a new player”. It is NOT allowed to use the same player for more penalty shots!!!
4) Prizes
- each active participant of the tournament will receive a commemorative photo
- after each match - announcement of the best players of match (diploma + some prize)
- all teams will receive diplomas according to their final standing
- teams on 1st-3rd place will receive cups and medals for each player
- will be awarded also the best goalie, the best forward, the best defenseman, the most productive player
5) Conditions and way of login
Login to 30/09/2020 on e-mail: christmascup@christmascup.cz.
Upon receipt of your application we will send you more info about the tournament and an invoice for the entry fee, accommodation, meals and transportation. Till 13/11/2020 you will receive game schedule of the tournament. By receiving game schedule of the tournament your participation is confirmed.
6) Entry fee
The entry fee for the tournament in age categories U 9–11 is 400 Euro and in age categories U 13–17 is 500 Euro, which covers ice rink rental, organisational matters such as time keeping, referees etc.
Please note that the tournament application is valid only when the registration fee is paid!
7) Accommodation and meals
Each team, which will have interest to participate in Christmas Cup 2020 should fill in the entry form. We ensure accommodation and catering. Accommodation and meals are provided exclusively by the organizer of the tournament.
If you wish, we can ensure also bus service, Praguesightseeing with special Englishspeaking guide, lunch at stylish Czech restaurant in Prague near Charles bridge or Venceslas square, translator, trips etc.
8) Cancellation fees
50 % off invoices 15 to 30 days, 80 % off invoices 4 to 14 days, 100 % off invoices 1 to 3 days.
9) Ice cleaning
In games 3x15 min. - after each game, in games 2x20 min. - after 2 matches.
10) Health services
Guaranteed by organizer.
11) Objections
All objections are necessary to be handed in written form at last in 15 minutes after finishing of the match to management and enclose the deposit of 500 CZK (Czech crowns). In case that the tournament management acknowledges your protest you will get the deposit back.
12) Referees
Group of referees is guaranteed by cup organizer.
13) Team jerseys
Each team has to bring 2 sets of team jerseys of different colours.
14) Identification of players
Foreign teams: passports, Czech teams: players’ cards.
CHRISTMAS CUP Registration Form
Please fill out this registration form or download the INVITATION, fill in and send by e-mail.
CHRISTMAS CUP Contacts
Chairmanship of the tournament Christmas Cup
AVANTGARD HOCKEY z.s.Vl. Majakovského 2093
434 01 Most, Czech Republic
ID: 018 02 488
TAX: CZ01802488
Phone: + 420 736 673 448 | E-mail: christmascup@christmascup.cz
Bank Addres:
Komerční banka a.s.Na Příkopě 33 č.p.969
114 07 Praha 1
Czech Republic
Bank account number is:
IBAN: CZ14 0100 0001 1567 9955 0237BIC (SWIFT): KOMBCZPPXXX
General manager of the tournament Christmas Cup
Zdeněk KolmanPhone: +420 736 673 448 | E-mail: kolman@avantgardhockey.cz