Q - When does my team have to be ready to play and when can we expect to depart?
On the first day of competition games could start as early as 7am. The last day of competition games should end no later than 5:30pm.
Q - How do I register for this tournament?
You can do so by clicking on the register tab on our website. To be considered for an entry spot both the application and deposit fee of $200 must be submitted. Once you submit your online application, our tournament committee will review the application and approve it. At the time of approval an email is then sent out to the email address indicated on the application (please be sure your email address is correct to ensure that our confirmation email is sent to the correct address). This email acknowledges receipt of your application. If you haven’t received this confirmation email within 48 hours, please check your spam folder. (Occasionally emails can be blocked by spam filters or lost in cyberspace.)
Q - Will my team receive an invoice after registering?
Invoices will be produced on request only. If your team is in need of an invoice in order to pay the remaining balance, please email: admin@tcshockey.com your team name, event date, and event location so one can be issued.
Q - How many games are guaranteed and what are the length of game times?
All teams will be guaranteed 4 games. Depending on the size of the division, teams could play up to 5-6 games.
8U ½ Ice Divisions = (2) X (20) Minute Running Time Periods
10U-12U Divisions = (3) X (12) Minute Stop Time Periods
14U Divisions = (3) X (13) Minute Stop Time Periods
16U-19U Divisions = (3) X (14) Minute Stop Time Periods
Q - What teams are we playing?
Please refrain yourself or a team member from asking this question. It’s our job to properly place teams according to the information that is given to us along with the information we find. Parity is the #1 Goal that we strive for on a daily basis at TCS Headquarters.
Q - What rules do we follow?
Teams must be affiliated with one of the following National Governing Bodies: USA Hockey, Canada Amateur Hockey Association, or IIHF. All games are operated under USAH Rules and Regulations. Neck guards are only required and mandatory if your US state/affiliate requires them. All USAH registered players, including goalkeepers in 12U through 19U age classifications are required to wear a colored (non-clear) internal mouthpiece that covers all the remaining teeth of one jaw, customarily the upper. Canadian teams will abide by the equipment requirements of their governing organization. For the first violation of this rule, the team shall be issued a warning. A misconduct penalty shall be assessed to any player or goalkeeper of that team for a subsequent violation during that game. For 10U & 12U - USAH replaced the delayed offside rule with an automatic whistle. Consequently, if a player is off-side, the whistle will be blown immediately. If the offside is accidental then the face-off will occur just outside the offensive zone blue-line. An intentional offside will be whistled down with the face-off occurring in the violating team’s defensive zone. Checking Divisions are permitted at the 14U and older age classifications. Our updated rules for the 2024-25 season can be found at: Rules - TCS Hockey
Q - When is the final payment due for this tournament?
Final balances are due one month prior to the event. Your team will not be scheduled until full payment is received.
Q - How can final payments be arranged?
Ways to pay with no fees:
Check or Money Order
Mail to: TCS Hockey, Inc. | PO Box 617 | Lebanon, TN 37088
Click here to print out our check form. Please include when mailing your team's check.
Chase Quick Pay
Send to: marc@tcshockey.com
Please include your team name, division & tournament in the description.
Zelle
Send to: marc@tcshockey.com
Please include your team name, division & tournament in the description.
Way to pay with fees:
Click Here to make your payment online
Q - Do we offer any discounts for attending TCS events and when are they applied?
We do offer 3 total discount programs; You can only use 1 discount program max at a time. If your team qualifies for any of our 3 discount programs, when paying your final payment, pay in full minus the discount your team qualifies for.
Multi-Team Discount (3+) – $150.00 USD/Per Team
Early-Bird Discount (Paid in Full by 3 Months prior to tournament start date) - $150.00 USD/Per Team
Canadian Discount (Only CAN based teams) - $150.00 USD/Per Team
*8U Discounts (Multi/Early/Canadian) - $75.00 USD/Per Team
*Can Only Use One (Multi/Early/Canadian) Discount
Q - What size nets & pucks do we use for our 8U ½ Ice Divisions?
We will be using the heavy duty 52in. Hockey Nets & Blue Pucks.
Q - What do we need to provide as part of tournament sanctioning?
We need to receive a copy of your Travel Permit (if required by your state/affiliate) and Certified Roster. These permits and rosters must be approved and signed by your governing body/affiliate. Send the electronic version of these documents to: admin@tcshockey.com no later than two weeks prior to the event. Also, be sure to bring your approved roster sheet and travel permit to the tournament for backup purposes.
Q - What is the roster limit?
USAH permits 20 players to be included on your team roster.
Q - Does my team have to stay at designated hotels?
As a reminder, this event is a STAY-TO-PLAY event. All bookings are handled by our fantastic hotel partner, Team Travel Source (TTS). Please note that only local teams will be excluded from having to book hotels through TTS. If your team is from outside (75+ Miles) of the local area and does not show up on our booking report when you check-in to the event, you will be required to pay an additional STAY-TO-PLAY fee of $500. ABSOLUTELY NO EXCEPTIONS!
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*We recommend setting up a team block for your team or club at the following link - Hotel Information | TCS Hockey Tournaments (teamtravelsource-hockey.com)
We advise you to book a night ahead of the tournament as a safety blanket. We can always take the night off if needed after the schedule has been posted. If you have any questions at all about this policy, please don't hesitate to contact the office. We appreciate everyone's understanding and compliance with the STAY-TO-PLAY policy, which is paramount to keeping our events in this area.
Q - When is the tournament schedule released?
Tournament schedules will be released 9-14 days prior to the tournament start date. Schedules will be posted up on our website when finished. Please do not ask to have games changed to make things more convenient for your team. There are NO simple changes and each change would cause a domino effect to others. We make every attempt not to make changes to the schedule after the release dates, but sometimes things happen that are out of our control and changes are made. It is important to monitor our website at www.tcshockey.com for updates. As always, please prepare to have assistant coaches to help out and be aware that playoff games are unknown. We do have the right to change a playoff game time at any time during the tourney if it can help with team conflicts.
Q - What is the Refund Policy?
By submitting its’ application, deposit & payment, the team agrees to accept all terms and conditions imposed, upon coaches, players, other participants and spectators of the event, by both TCS Hockey, Inc. and the owners of the facilities in which the event takes place.
Team deposits & payments are considered non-refundable. Refunds for teams will be provided only in the event TCS Hockey, Inc. cancels the tournament for any reason or in the event the division your team is registered for gets canceled for any reason. Any mistakes or errors made by the applicant during the registration process shall be construed against the applicant and may disqualify the applicant's team or individual player from participation in the event and/or a refund.
TCS Hockey, Inc. is not responsible for a team refund if the event is canceled for any reason beyond the control of TCS Hockey, Inc., including but not limited to, a national or natural disaster(s) or travel complications.
Q - Where are the tournament games played?
Tournament headquarters are listed on the event page of our website on which rinks we are primarily using. However, your team could play some games at rinks that aren't currently listed, but will be within reasonable distance to and from our main headquarters.
Q - By registering for one of our outdoor tournaments, how many outdoor games is your team guaranteed to play?
We guarantee that your team will play at least 1-2 outdoor games.
Q - Our Head Coach has more than one team to coach so can scheduling arrangements be made?
If a request is put in one month prior to the event, we will make every attempt possible to help coordinate your coach's game. Although we can’t promise that we can accommodate everyone’s request, we will make every effort to accommodate your request.
Q - When does my team need to Check-In at the Tournament?
All teams will need to check-in one (1) hour prior to their first scheduled game at their designated arena. At this time, a manager/coach from your team will pick up their Coach Bag & Player Gifts.
Q - Does my team need to Check-In before each game?
Yes, we ask that all team managers bring 3 roster stickers per game to put on the scoresheets. We also require either a Manager or Coach to sign the scoresheet before each game. Teams that can’t produce score sheet stickers, can handwrite their lineup prior to each game.
Q - Is there a Gate Fee for this tournament?
No, we do not charge a Gate Fee for this event. Any individual can attend any games for free so come on out and check to see the great competition we have to offer in the greatest sport on earth.
Q - Should our team purchase insurance when acquiring flights/hotels?
The obvious answer is YES! Especially in today’s world, we 100% fully advise that you get travel protection in case your team doesn’t end up attending for any reason.
Q - Will tournament games be live streamed?
To see if your rink(s) has LiveBarn click the following link - LiveBarn
Q - Will there be tournament merchandise?
Yes, the tournament will be selling custom apparel for tournament souvenirs.
Q - Will we have professional photographers on-site?
Yes, there will be on-site photographers taking some of the best actions you have ever seen!
Q - What can 1st & 2nd place teams expect to receive for their achievements?
These deserving teams can expect a Custom Cup & Custom Medals. Our Cups & Medals are some of the best in the game.
Q - Where can you view tournament scores, standings, & results?
You can do so by clicking on the Schedules & Stats tab on our website home page.
Q - Can players expect to receive any personal awards throughout the tournament?
YES! Any player or goalie receiving a Hat Trick, Playmaker, or Shutout during any game throughout the entire tournament will receive a custom TCS Puck. This winner will head to our tournament headquarters after the game to take a photo with their TCS Puck.
Q - How do I become a sponsor for this tournament or any future TCS Hockey, Inc. Tournaments?
To discuss partnership opportunities designed to help your business, email: marc@tcshockey.com
Q - Who can I contact for further questions regarding this tournament?
Marc Costanza - marc@tcshockey.com | (779) 221-1872
Q - Who should I contact for any payment or roster inquiries?
admin@tcshockey.com
Q - What is our code of conduct policy?
CODE OF CONDUCT POLICY:
Teams, their players and their fans must recognize we are all guests of the respective hotels and rinks. With this being said, we must conduct ourselves in a responsible, mature and respectful manner, as well as follow all rules and regulations of the hotels &/or rink. Failure to do so, risks your team’s ability to participate in this and future TCS events. The poor conduct or bad judgment of a single person can result in a hotel or rink not being available to us for future events. Please see that your team and supporters are the gracious guests that will assure that this event can continue to grow!
