** Please note that a team must sign up as the age of their oldest player. Brackets are built taking age and skill level into consideration.

How many players can I have on my roster?

The minimum number of player on a roster is 3 and the maximum number of players is 6. There are 3 players on the field at a time. If your players want to play the majority of the game, you should have a 3-4 player roster. If you want your players to have more rest periods, you should have a 5 or 6 player roster.

How many players are required to play?

The minimum number of players to start a game is 3.

Can a player play on multiple teams?

Yes. However, we can not guarantee that game schedules won’t conflict. Similarly, your two teams may face each other if they are in the same bracket.

What if a team is late?

There is no grace period for late teams. If a team is not at their designated field and ready to play exactly when they are scheduled, they will forfeit the match 1-0.

How are tournament brackets formed?

3v3 Champions takes registration based upon both birth year and skill level.  Tournament directors then use this and any other information available (including a team’s previous results) to form the most competitive brackets possible at each tournament.

Do we need a coach?

Kinda. Yes, each team needs a ‘Coach.” However, a coach may be a parent, volunteer, or professional coach. However, the coach can do as much, or as little ‘coaching’ as they would like. We simply need someone who can organize the team and be our point of contact. All coaches must be at least 18 years old.

What can be used for Proof of Age?

Any one of the following are acceptable – players card from any organization, government or school issued IDs, or school website screen shot that shows date of birth.

Can a goal be scored from anywhere on the field?

NO, goals must be last touched (by either team) in the OFFENSIVE half of the field only. On a kickoff, the ball is not considered FULLY in the offensive half of the field.

What is the semi-circle “goal box"?

The “goal Box” is a half circle in this league. It is a 4’ radius half circle that is directly in front of the goal. No players may touch the ball inside this area. This is designed so players will not try to camp out right in front of the goal, like a goalie would. See image below. (on mobile phones, scroll all the way to the bottom of this page)

Can a player pass through the goal box?

Yes, players may pass through the goal box as long as they do not touch the ball while in this area.

What happens when a defender touches the ball in the goal box?

A goal is awarded to the offensive team.

What happens when an attacker touches the ball in the goal box?

A goal kick is awarded to the defensive team.

What happens when there is a foul?

The team that was fouled receives a direct free kick from the infraction location. The opposite team must be 5 yards away from the ball or on the goal box semi-circle, whichever is closer.

Are there offsides?

No. There are no offsides.

Is heading allowed?

Heading is allowed only for brackets that consist solely of u13 and above (2011 and up). Brackets that are 2011/2012 combined can not head the ball. A header will be a direct kick at the location of the infraction.

What happens if the ball completely stops in the goal box?

A goal kick is awarded to the defensive team regardless of which team touched it last.

Who has to be at Check-in?

Every player is required at check-in half hour before the team’s first game. Please have proof of age for each player available at each game in case of an age/identity protest.

Can I change my roster after I register?

Yes, but change requests must be made at least 14 calendar days before the tournament date. If you need to make changes to your roster, you can contact us a 3v3champions@gmail.com and request the necessary changes.

How many games are we guaranteed?

Each team is guaranteed 2-3 games, but teams may play up to 4 games in larger divisions or advance through the playoffs.

How long are the games?

Each half is 12 minutes long with a 1 minute half time.

When will schedules be available?

For qualifiers, first game times for each team will be posted by 7:00 p.m. of the Thursday evening before the tournament.

How do I become a referee for the tournament?

If you are a qualified Referee, please email 3v3champions@gmail.com with REFEREE in the subject line.

Can Girls play on Boys teams?

Girls can play in male divisions. Male Divisions can include teams with Boys and or Girls on the roster. Only girls are allowed to play in girl divisions. 

How do I get to the Park and Check-in Site?

A link and map can be found on each event page to the tournament site.

What happens if there are not enough teams of my gender/age/skill level to form a division?

When there are limited teams in certain divisions, we will attempt to combine with a closely related division. We try our best to ensure all teams signed up can be included in a bracket. If for some reason you team does not fit into a bracket for any reason, your team will be refunded their fees.  

What happens in the case of foul weather?

Prior to the day of the event the Tournament Director will make a decision regarding schedule changes, delays or postponement due the forecasted weather or field conditions. Teams are responsible for checking www.3v3Champions.com for information regarding the impact of weather on the event.

During the event, games will be played through rain as long as the weather does not become severe; particularly in the case of Storms with Lightning, play will be suspended until conditions improve and it is safe to resume play. Games can be shortened or modified if needed to complete the event during bad weather conditions.

What are the requirements for uniforms?

Teams must wear similar colored jerseys/shirts and each team must have a dark and light colored option available. Numbers are not required, and jerseys do not have to be identical, just close enough so that it is clear that the players are on the same team.

All players are required to wear Shin Guards

All players are required to wear shin guards .

When and how can teams substitute players?

Teams may substitute during any stoppage of play with the approval of the referee. All substitutions must take place at the midline and the player coming on must be at the midline when the dead ball first occurs.

What are the dimensions of 3v3 fields and goals?

Fields are between 20-40 yards long and 15-25 yards wide depending on the (age) bracket. Goals are 3 feet high by 6 feet wide.

Can games end in a tie?

Pool play games can end in a tie. Knockout stage games and final games will go directly to penalty kicks if the regulation game ends in a tie. Penalty kicks are taken from half field. 3 players of the team’s choosing will take the shots regardless if they were on the field at the end of the game or not. If the teams are still tied after three shots each, the 3 chosen penalty kickers from each team will continue to take shots one at a time in the order they originally shot.

Will teams be accepted into the tournament after the deadline?

The deadline (for guaranteed acceptance) is shown on the web site. After that date, teams can still apply, however your team will only be added if there is room in your division.

Refund & Bad Weather Policy:

3v3 Champions 3v3 SOCCER REFUND POLICY / BAD WEATHER POLICY: We understand that there will be a 80% refund granted if your 3v3 Champions soccer tournament is canceled due to inclement weather before the day of the tournament.  In case of inclement weather day of tournament, the Event Director reserves the right to reduce the number of scheduled games and/or the time of games and/or postpone or delay game times and/or cancel the event in which case partial refunds may or may not be issued. Every effort will be made to complete games and the tournament. Thank you for your support of 3v3 Champions Soccer.