Q1. What time are the matches?

A. A schedule will be printed. 1st game starts at 9.30am and the last game ends at approx. 7.30pm

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Q2. Where will the tournament be held?

A. University of East London, Sportsdock, University Way, London E16 2RD

 

Q3. When is the tournament?

A. 10/11/17/18 June 2023.

 

Q4. How much will the tournament cost?

A. £70 per player (includes personalised playing shirt)

 

Q5. Do I have to play all 4 days?

A. Your registration fee covers four days and it is up to you how many days you play.

 

Q6. I can't make both days, can I still play?
A. This needs to be sorted out with the coach, to ensure adequate squad sizes. 

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Q7. Is there any reduction if I am only able to play one day?

A. No.  There is one fee for the tournament.

Q8. Who can enter?
A. Any player who wants to play for their country of heritage.

 

Q9. Which Country can I play for?
A. Your place of birth, your parents or grandparents place of birth. 

Q10. How are the teams selected?
A. Enter as an individual, and the coach and organisers make a selection.

Q11. Can I play if I am under 18?
A. No, this tournament is for those who have left year 13. (see Junior All Nations tournament if you are in Year 13 or below)

Q12. How do I pay?
A. Bank transfer (Details sent on email confirmation)

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Q13. What are the payment details?

A.  Details will be sent in your confirmation or email. Email gary@volleyfirst.com

 

Q14. When do we have to pay?
A. Pay online when you register. Closing date for registration is 30th April 2023.

 

Q15. What happens if I don't make payment by the 30th April 2023?

A. Late entries will only be accepted if there is space in the teams or teams are missing a setter)
 

Q16. How do I know if I am selected?
A. Squad selection 30th April 2023 and final team selection 7th May 2023.

Q17. I have a friend who lives outside of London and they want to play, can they?
A. Yes 

 

Q18. Will there be any food available?A. Refreshments will be available for sale throughout the tournament. 

Q19. Can we take photographs of the event?
A. Yes. 

Q20. Will there be any additional team training sessions?
A. This will be up to each team and coach to organise. There will be some All Nations mini-tournaments (mini t's) that squads may enter and use for selection purposes.

Q21. What if I am the only person entering representing my country?
A. The organisers reserve the right to amalgamate countries or regions. 

Q22. What if I pay and am not selected?
A.Last day for 100% refunds will be 14th May 2023

Q23. If I am selected and then decide to drop out can I get a refund?

A. Last day for 50% refunds will be 28th May 2023. (zero refunds after this date)

Q24. Do we need to provide playing shirts?
A. No. Numbered personalised playing shirts will be provided for all players. 

Q25. Do I get to keep the playing shirt?
A. Yes 

 

Q26. If I have missed the deadline and still want to enter, can I?

A. You may still be able to enter only if your team requires additional players, and does not hit the min squad size of 10 players, however, there will be a late entry surcharge of £15, making the total payable £85.

 

Q27. What are the sizes of the teams?

A.     We will usually have a maximum team size of 12.

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Q28.  What is the standard of the tournament?

A.  The general standard is NVL div 1 and 2, but teams vary.  It is not recommended for beginners or recreational players