Dunk Island

SOCCER

WORLD FUN CUP

GOLD COAST

AUSTRALIA
8th - 16th 
OCTOBER 2011

THE PROGRAM

CONDITIONS OF ENTRY

FESTIVAL PACKAGES

ENTRY FORM

TOURNAMENT RULES

These Oldies World Championships were held in Australia, Argentina, Australia, Germany, New Zealand, Australia, Hungary and 2008 in Honolulu - Hawaii.

The year 2011 sees SOS International once again back in Australia.

For this special occasion we have selected the Gold Coast as our hosting venue.

Teams from around the world are expected to experience the now famous Supa Oldie Spirit in beautiful Queensland. It’s not only the Oldies World Championship but also the Sportsmanship and Comradeship that underpins the Philosophy of SOS International. This will be another opportunity for you to sample a Soccer Holiday of a Life Time.

Fun, Soccer, Holiday and Fellowship that’s the only way to describe this Football Extravaganza. All these factors have been combined to bring this unique Festival to you. With the special atmosphere and beauty of Australia add to that the game we all love...soccer...and you are guaranteed a week of enjoyment, entertainment and fun.

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Lunch at the Beach

Koala

THE PROGRAM

The philosophy of SOS International is Fun & Fellowship and our Motto is; Participation is more important than Winning. Obviously, every player goes on the park to win, that’s only natural, but at our stage of life we should enjoy the game to the full...in that respect SOS International recognizes all players over 60 years of age. During the Opening Function all players 60 and over are given Golden Shorts.

That creates a lot of fun, however behind all that is a very important point.

It is a gesture of recognition by SOS International to all those players who have devoted much of their life to the greatest game of all; and at 60 years or over are still active on the park.

That in itself demands Respect and the Golden Shorts are the Symbol for this. Here is the calendar of events for the eight days of enjoyment.

Saturday, 8th October 2011

On arrival all participants must register for the Tournament.

Registration will take place at the Hotel Grand Chancellor.

The evening is free to sample the many Bars and Restaurants or meet at the Grand Chancellor Oldies Bar.

Sunday, 9th October 2011

The day begins with a Briefing Session with all Team Leaders and Referee's at the Hotel Grand Chancellor - Surfers Paradise.

This is followed by the OFFICIAL OPENING AND MARCH PAST

The Official Opening and March Past will be held at the

Robina Soccer Club. All participants are invited to dress up in their traditional costumes, fly the club or team colours and take part in this great spectacle.

After the official opening ceremony we'll have the Celebrity Match.

This evening you go to the Opening Party where you will Wine, Dine, Dance and meet up with old and new Supa Oldies.

Monday, 10th October 2011

Let the Games begin.

All weekday games are held at the Robina Soccer Club. The games continue all day and if necessary into the evening.

The evening is free to enjoy the town or visit the OLDIES BAR.

Tuesday, 11th October 2011

Football is again the order of the day. Your Inner Person will be well catered for on this and every day by our Food and Beverage team. After a day of fun, what better way of ending it...with more Fun! Tonight we have our famous Karaoke & Talent Night for all amateur entertainers. All food and beverage is at your own cost.

Wednesday, 12th October 2011 

Today is Your Fun Day. No Football. You'll experience one of the famous Gold Coast

sights and indulge in a sumptuous lunch.

A Camera is a must for this trip.

Thursday, 13th October 2011

Lace up those Boots again...its footy time. The evening is free.

Friday, 14th October 2011

Another great day of football, and a night off to relax. If necessary, semi finals will be played today.

Saturday, 15th October 2011

The World Fun Cup Finals today, followed by the Awards tonight. The football will be played at a frantic pace, each team eager to win. The farewell party will be much more relaxed...Wine, Dine and Dance and enjoy the Special Experience that is part of belonging to the Brotherhood of Supa Oldies.

Sunday, 16th October 2011

Many of you will travel home today or onwards to other holiday destinations. 

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1. All players must reach their respective minimum age by the 31st December 2011.

2. Age Divisions:
   a) Over 35 years.
   b) Over 45 years.
   c) Over 55 years.

3. Players can play down an Age Division but not up.
   For Example:
   Players aged 35 – 44 years, cannot play in the over 45 age group.

4. All participants must utilize the
   nominated Ground Operators and other suppliers selected by SOS.
   If these suppliers cannot be utilized then SOS reserves the right to nominate a preferred alternative.      

5. PLEASE NOTE:

   a) Entries close 30th June 2011 or earlier if fully booked.

   b) Final Payment 31st July 2011.

6. Every Person must Purchase a Package in order to participate.

7. Personal Property and Medical Insurance is your responsibility.

8. SOS, its Officials and Agents will not be responsible for any claim for injury, loss or damage arising out of your direct or indirect connection or participation in this Festival.

9. It is a condition of entry that every person participates at his or her own Risk.

10. Team Entry Fee A$150.00 - Individuals A$20.00.

11. Team Entry Fee or any other payment will be refunded only if cancellation is received in writing prior to 30th June 2011. However, an amount of A$150.00 will be deducted for administration charges.

12. All Entrants accept & agree that any or all Photos, Videos and or Films either taken individually or Groups can be used by SOS or its Agents for Promotional Purposes.

13. The Person signing the Entry Form Acknowledges & Accepts these Conditions of Entry on behalf of Team Members, Supporters and Individuals.

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Festival Package - A...................................A$ 1180.00 p.person.......Players

**** Hotel Suite - Twin Share

Festival Package - B...................................A$ 1140.00 p.person ......Players

**** Hotel Suite - Three Share

For Non Players deduct A$ 50.00 from above Packages

Includes

• 8 Nights Accommodation - incl. B'Fast

• Opening Party - Meals & Drinks

• Closing Party - Meals & Drinks

• Fun Day - Meals & Drinks 

• Transport - Hotel - Games - Hotel

• Souvenir Pack

• Festival Brochure

• Football Games

• Officials

• Trophies & Medals

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Special Family Packages are available.

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Local Package - C...........................................................A$ 90.00 p.person

Must live within 150 km of the Gold Coast.

Includes

• Trophies & Medals

• Football Games

• Officials

• Festival Brochure

Function Tickets are available for Local Participants only:

Opening Party including Meals & Drinks  ..................................  A$ 100.00 p.person

Closing Party including Meals & Drinks   ..................................  A$ 100.00 p.person

Function Tickets must be Purchased by 31st August 2011.

NOTE:

• Prices are subject to change if Government charges increase.

• Package Prices are only firm until 30th June 2011.

• Porterage Fee's and Gratuities are not included in Prices.

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A. RULES AND DEFINITIONS

1. FIFA-Soccer Rules shall apply except when superseded by any of the following Rules.

2. Supa Oldie Sports International is thereafter called SOS.

B. QUALIFICATIONS

1. Age Groups:
   Over 35 years old
   Over 45 years old
   Over 55 years old

2. All players must reach their respective minimum age
   by December 31^st 2011.

3. All players must be registered with SOS and wear
   the provided ID Tag for all activities.

4. REFEREES TO CHECK ALL TEAM SHEETS PRIOR TO
   KICK OFF!

C. INSURANCE

1. INSURANCE  IS THE SOLE  RESPONSIBILITY OF THE TEAM OR INDIVIDUAL!

2. Under NO circumstances are officials, agents or associates of SOS legally responsible for any claim whatsoever.

3. It is a condition of entry to the SOS Soccer World Fun Cup 2011 that each participant takes part at his or her own risk.

D. TEAM COMPOSITION

1. EACH TEAM CAN NOMINATE A MAXIMUM OF 20 REGISTERED PLAYERS!

2. If a team has less than eight (8) players on the park at kick off it will forfeit the game. If the game is still played, it is regarded as a friendly.

3. Players can be substituted at will. Any player can come on and off repeatedly. However, the ball must be out of play and the referee notified.

4. Teams Short of Players can select players from the same age group of the SPARE PLAYERS BOARD.

E. OFFENCES

1. No slide tackles are permitted.

2. Aggressive play is not tolerated.

3. Dissent and foul language is not tolerated.

4. No charging the Goalkeeper once he/she has his/her hands on the ball.
   Penalties for the above offences:

5. First offence –Yellow Card - 10 minutes SIN BIN... he/she can be replaced.

6. Second offence – Red Card – SEND OFF ...he/she cannot be replaced.

7. If a player is given a Red Card (send off) he/she is automatically suspended for the next game and or competition day.

8. Any player who has been sent off for the second time, (Red Card) during the tournament, is automatically suspended for the remainder of that tournament.

9. All players who are involved in FIGHTING will be sent off at once.

10. Any team playing a suspended, underage or unregistered player will automatically forfeit all points.

 F. CLASH OF STRIPS

The team first listed on the draw is regarded as the home team and has to change their strip.
 

G. PLAYERS OVER 60 YEARS OF AGE

ALL PLAYERS OVER THE AGE OF 60 WILL BE RECOGNISABLE BY THEIR 
DISTINCTIVE GOLDEN SHORTS.
Anyone tackling a Golden Shorts player in an over aggressive manner concedes an indirect free kick.

H. PLAYING TIMES

1. All games will be 30 minutes each way, with 5 minutes at half time.

2. All games will stop at their pre-determined time.

3. No extra times apply!

NO TIME ADDED FOR LATE STARTERS.

I. JUDICIARY

1. The Referees will have sole authority to adjudicate over the game.

2. Any individual or team giving abuse to any official will be expelled from the Festival.

THERE WILL BE NO REFUNDS TO ANYONE WHO IS EXPELLED!

J. PLAYER INTERCHANGE

Generally players can play down but not up.
For Example:

Players aged 35 years to 44 years cannot play in the over 45 age group.

K. POINT SCORES

5 Points for a Win.

3 Points for a Draw or Forfeit.

1 Point for a Loss.

Only Points (Not Goals) are counted if Games are won or
lost via Forfeit.

L. WFC POINTS

      Points will be awarded by SOS Officials towards the

     World Fun Cup 2011 based on:

     1. Originality and colourfulness at the March Past.

     2. General attitude towards our philosophy of Fun and

         Fellowship.

     3. Participation in activities and general conduct on and

         off the field.

M. TROPHIES

1. The World Cup Champion for each age group will be determined by the highest point scores as in (K) above.

2. The World Fun Cup Championship of 2011 will be won by the team that  participates in all the festivities and epitomizes the SOS spirit of Sportsmanship
   and Camaraderie.

N. FINALS

1. The finals will be held on Saturday. Kick off times will be announced during the week.

2. In case of a draw, 10 minutes each way..no break. The Golden Goal Rule applies.

3. If still a Draw then Penalty shoot out ...best of 3, then sudden death.

4. The 2 teams with the highest points in each division will contest the final.

5. If more than 2 teams are on equal points in each division then Goal Difference will determine the 2 Finalists.