WELCOME TO THE FIFTH EDITION OF
Holland Elite Field hockey Tournament u12
GIRLS 2027
After three highly successful editions featuring more than 40 teams from various countries, we are excited to invite your team to the fifth edition of the Holland Elite Field Hockey Cup U12 for girls. On behalf of Sjoerd Marijne (FIH Coach of the Year 2021 and current head coach of the Indian women’s national team) and Raoul Ehren (14-time national champion with HC Den Bosch and current coach of the Dutch women’s national team), we warmly welcome your team to compete on March 28 and 29, 2027.
Participating Teams
This is a golden opportunity for your players to gain invaluable international experience. The field hockey tournament is organized by Holland Elite Sports Agency, who are known for putting together elite sporting events. Due to the tremendous interest in the event, we recommend registering as early as possible.
Age Category, Dispensation & Age Control
This U12 girls’ field hockey tournament is open to players born after 01.10.2014. Dispensation will be offered for up to 3 players who are one year over the age limit, but only a maximum of 2 can play at the same time. Age verification will be conducted at various points throughout the tournament.
Matches
Matches will consist of 2 halves of 15 minutes each. All teams are set to play 6 matches in the span of 2 days, on our water based pitches.
Who May Participate
Our tournament is a top-level competition. Teams participating should be from the highest or second highest level of their country. We do not accept lower level teams in our tournament.
Number of Teams in the Tournament
We can only allow 16 girls Hockeyteams in the Holland Elite Field Hockey Cup. Our goal is to have 4 groups of 4 teams. Every group has a top team.
When Does the Registration Open
Preregistration is currently open for everyone. If you are interested, please fill out the PRE-REGISTRATION form below. We aim to finalize the tournament lineup by the end of February 2027.
Accommodation
Accommodation will be provided at 4-star hotel in Eindhoven. Options include single, twin and triple rooms. We will consider your room preference, but the final decision will be ours.
Transfers (Airport)
Prices do not include transfers. If required, your team can book an airport transfer. Please be advised that the tournament hotel is located within walking distance from the field hockey tournament venue.
Extra Nights
We offer tournament packages for stays of 1 and 2 nights. Should your team be interested in staying longer, we can assist with that. Previous teams have extended their stay for tournament preparation, with custom packages including training sessions and friendly matches.
Payment
Upon booking, teams will receive 2 invoices. The first one, covering 25% of the total booking amount, is due within 8 days of the invoice date. The second payment, covering the remaining 75% of the total booking amount, should be paid 8 weeks prior to arrival.
Cancellation
Due to the high level of our tournaments, team cancellations within the last 3 months are not accepted, meaning all fees paid are non-refundable.
Insurance
Teams are expected to arrange their own insurance.
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Registration for Tournament
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Scores
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Tournament Rules
- Rules
- The tournament will be played in accordance with the KNHB rules.
- Tournament format
- The U12 girls will play a minimum of 6 matches in 2 days.
- All teams in the group will play against the other teams of the same group in a qualifying Playoff round.
- Each game won results in 3 points.
- Each game tied results in 1 point.
- Each game lost results in 0 points.
- If at the end of the Playoff round classification, two or more teams have summed the same number of points, the classification of one or the other team shall be determined in the following manner:
- Result of the game between the tied teams. If more than two teams tied, the points of the matches played between them are counted;
- Overall goal difference, both in favor and against;
- Greater number of goals scored;
- The least goals received;
- Shoot-outs will be taken according to the shoot-out regulations.
- Before each shoot-out, each trainer will hand in a list with 3 players in the right order towards the referee.
- Tournament program
- All group stage matches will be played on the 28th of March. On the same day, the quarter-finals for the top 8 teams will also be played.
- On the 29th of March, the quarter-finals for the bottom 8 teams will be played, followed by the semi-finals and finals for all teams.
- Game time
- The duration of the games is 2×15 minutes.
- When a game in the cross final ends equal each team will take 3 shoot-outs by different players. Followed by shoot-outs taken by turn, until the decision is made.
- Players information / Substitutions / Dispensation
- When a player receives a green card he/she has a penalty of 1 minute. He/she is not allowed on the bench of the team, the referee will appoint a place on the penalty bench.
- If a player receives a yellow card during a game he/she has a penalty of 2 minutes. He/she is not allowed on the bench of the team, the referee will appoint a place on the penalty bench.
- If a player receives a second yellow card during a game he/she must leave the game immediately and sit out the next game that the team has to play.
- Any player who receives a red card during a game must leave the game immediately and will sit out the next game that the team has to play.
- When a player receives two yellow cards during the tournament he/she needs to sit out the next game that the team has to play.
- Dispensation will be offered for up to 3 players who are one year over the age limit, but only a maximum of 2 can play at the same time.
- Referees
- All referees and assistant referees will be assigned by the Organizing Committee.
- Reclamations
- Any sports claim may be submitted in writing to the Organizing Committee within 30 minutes after the match in question.
- Claims on arbitration errors cannot modify the outcome of the match.
- The decision of the Organizing Committee is final and irrevocable.
- Equipment
- All the teams must bring both their home and their away kit duly numbered to the tournament.
- In case of matching uniforms, it will be the visiting team (named in second place) which has to change the kit.
- The referee shall have final say on colour conflicts.
- Each player will have the same number, on both the home and away kit, and must maintain it throughout the tournament.
- Required paperwork in each match
- All the participating teams need to hand in, before the tournament starts, a list with the full names, date of birth and the rear number of each player, at the tournament committee.
- Punctuality
- All teams must be standing next to the field, at the side of the field manager, at least 15 minutes prior to the start of the match.
- Each team is committed to let the game start on time. If a team is not available within 5 minutes of the stated time the opponent will be called out as the winner. The final score will be 3-0.
- Pitches / Material
- All games will be played on water based pitches.
- The tournament will be played with a ball provided by the organization.
- Modification
- Any circumstance not expressly provided for in these regulations shall fall under the exclusive authority of the Organizing Committee. The Organizing Committee’s decision shall be final and binding, and it reserves the right to interpret, supplement, amend, and apply these regulations as it deems necessary in accordance with the interests and operational needs of the tournament.
- Information
- In case of doubts or questions refer to the Organizing Committee of the tournament.
- The Organizing Committee is not responsible for the missing of (personal) belongings.
- In situations and circumstances, where the aforementioned rules don’t provide in, the Organizing Committee will decide. The decision of the Organizing Committee is final and irrevocable.