Tournaments
Drop-in LGBTQIA+ Friendly VolleyballSpectrum Beach Tourney 11 | Mar 1, 2025
Date
Saturday, March 1, 2025
Location
The Beach YYC
3030-2600 Portland Street SE
Calgary, AB
Registration
Registration opens
January 6, 2025
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Western Cup | April 17-20, 2025
Date
Friday April 18 – Saturday April 19, 2025
Registration
January 15, 2025 at 6:00 pm MST
Registration closes
March 31, 2025 12:00 am MST (Rosters must be finalized)
Tournament Information
Fees
Early Bird Team Fee: $805.00 (7 players); Additional player $115.00
- Early Bird Cut Off: February 14, 2025 12:00 am MST
Regular Team Fee: $875.00 (7 players); Additional player $125.00
Teams
- Team Registration: Includes 7 players per team; max of 10
- Capacity: 40 teams
Party Pak
Event tickets for Friday and Saturday events are included.
Rules
All players must review tournament rules before registering.
Zero Tolerance Policy
This event is inclusive; promoting a safe space with zero tolerance for hate speech, discrimination, intimidation, threats, and any other disruptive behaviours. This includes cheating or downplaying your abilities, and any unsportsmanlike conduct. Spectrum Volleyball Calgary reserves the right, without warning, to remove teams or players from the event if found in violation of the Zero Tolerance policy. If found in violation of the above, no refunds will be provided, and teams and/or players may be banned from participating in future events.
Roster Review
Organizers will review final rosters before the tournament; Teams may be removed if found in violation of division requirements contained in the
Payment
Payment in full of fees are due before your team’s registration is confirmed
Required
Numbered Jerseys & Non-Marking shoes
Tournament Format
Duration: 2 days
- Day 1: Round-robin games
- Day 2: Playoffs and finals (double elimination)
Refereeing
Teams referee within their division during round-robin; Volleyball Canada refs onsite for playoffs and finals, teams will be assigned to do score and lines. Failure to show up for your assigned duties may result in 10pt reduction in standings.
Tournament Format and Divisions
During registration, teams will choose between two pools: Competitive and Intermediate Plus or Intermediate and Recreational Plus.
On Day 1, teams will participate in round-robin games during pool play. The results from these games will be used to rank teams for Day 2 playoffs, where four divisions will be created based on performance.
On Day 2, teams will compete in a double-elimination format, with each match played as best-of-three sets. In the loser’s bracket, games will consist of one set played to 25 points.
This structure ensures that teams are sorted into appropriate divisions based on skill level, promoting fair play and a competitive yet enjoyable experience for everyone.
Prizes
Top 3 teams in each division awarded medals.
Payment Methods
Credit card payments incur a 2.9% fee.
Refund Policy
Full Refund: Refunds will be provided up to 60 days before the start of the tournament.
Partial Refund: 50% of the registration fees will be refunded for requests made within 40 days of the tournament start date.
No Refund: No refunds will be issued within 30 days of the tournament start date.
Note: All refunds exclude service fees, which are non-refundable.
Additional Information
- Team captains must review the tournament rules before registering your team.
- We look forward to your participation in this exciting event. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or concerns.
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Past Tournaments
Spectrum
Western Cup
Partner Tournaments
We encourage our players to attend LGBTQIA+ tournaments hosted by our friends in other cities as well . These events are lots of fun and allow you to build friendships with players from other cities. Contact us if you need help in creating your team.
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