Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I register for the tournament?
- I sent in my forms, when will I find out if my team is in the tournament?
- How many games do we get for $375?
- Does the $375 fee include referee fees?
- Where should we stay in Ocean City?
- How many players are on the floor?
- What shoes should my players wear?
- What is the roster size?
- How many teams are in the tournament?
- When will my first game be played?
- When are game schedules published?
- Do you accept visiting officials?
- How big are the fields?
- Do you have a concession stand?
- Do you sell official tournament apparel?
How do I register for the tournament?
We begin accepting registrations in January. At that time please use the registration forms provided on this website. These forms must be submitted by the deadline by mail, as the entry form must be signed! In addition a registration is not complete until both the payment and the registration form are received.
I sent in my forms, when will I find out if my team is in the tournament?
Teams are notified of their status within 10 business days of our office receiving their registration forms and payment. If you have a question about your status please e-mail us.
How many games do we get for $375?
This is a three game guarantee tournament. Each team plays 2 pool play games for seeding purposes and then is placed into a single elimination bracket. Teams may play as many as 7 games to win their division championship.
Does the $375 fee include referee fees?
Yes, the $375 registration fee includes your entry and all referee fees.
Where should we stay in Ocean City?
The Fenwick Inn is the host hotel for the tournament. They are located at 138th Street and Coastal Highway, just 11 blocks from the tournament site. They have special tournament rates available, just call 1-800-492-1873 and ask for Beth. Don't forget to mention that you are playing in the St. Patrick's Indoor Soccer Tournament!
How many players are on the floor?
Games for all age groups are 6 v 6 (including the goalkeeper). *Exception: When playing in the East Gym Adult Open Divisons will play 5 v 5 (including keeper). When playing in the West Gym U-10 Divisions will play 7 v 7 (including keeper).
What shoes should my players wear?
Since both gyms have hard floors it is recommended that all players wear court shoes (for example Sambas). Turf shoes are NOT recommended. In fact many players find that they slip a great deal when wearing turf shoes.
There is a strict 18-player roster cap. This year there will be ABSOLUTELY NO exceptions. Also a team is limited to only 2 coaches in the bench area. Additional coaches will be ejected and the team will serve a 5-minute major penalty.
How many teams are in the tournament?
The number of teams varies each year and for each division. Most divisions have anywhere from 9 to 15 teams.
When will my first game be played?
This all depends on how close your team lives to Ocean City. Local teams may play their first games as early as 5:00pm on Friday with teams from 3+ hours away playing any time after 8pm. Most teams (85%) will play a Friday night game. *Exception: The Adult open games may start as early as 12 p.m. on Friday, March 16th.
When are game schedules published?
Game schedules are released as soon as they are ready. Look for them on the website approximately ten days prior to your tournament weekend.
Do you accept visiting officials?
We do not accept visiting officials. For our tournaments we contract with the Harford Sports Officials Association and the Maryland Intercollegiate Soccer Officials Association to provide the highest quality officials possible. Most of our officials work NCAA games at various levels. In addition we have had MLS and FIFA referees work for us in the past.
The West Gym is approximately 140' x 100' with an eight foot high dasher wall and a Sport Court plastic tile floor.
The East Gym is approximately 110' x 95' with a four foot high dasher wall and a Mondo rubber floor.
Do you have a concession stand?
Yes, our concession stand opens 15 minutes prior to the first game and stays open until at least 9pm.
Do you sell official tournament apparel?
The OC Rec Boosters sell official tournament apparel during the weekends. They will have shirts, sweatshirts, and other apparel available.
