Eligibility

• All players must meet the age requirements specified for each tournament division. Proof of age (e.g., birth certificate or valid identification) may be requested at any time.
• Teams must comply with roster rules, including submission deadlines and player eligibility.

Registration and Fees

• Registration fees must be paid in full by the stated deadline to secure participation.
• All fees are non-refundable except in the case of tournament cancellation by Top Tier Sports. Please see the refund policy for details.
• Late registrations may incur additional fees and are subject to availability.

Tournament Rules

• All games will be played under the rules provided by Top Tier Sports, which will be distributed to teams before the tournament and can also be found on our website.
• Coaches are responsible for ensuring that players and team supporters follow tournament rules and display good sportsmanship.
• Violations of rules may result in penalties, disqualification, or ejection from the tournament.

Weather Policy

• Top Tier Sports reserves the right to adjust the tournament schedule, including delays, rescheduling, or cancellations due to weather conditions.
• If a tournament is canceled due to inclement weather, partial refunds or credits may be issued at Top Tier Sports’ discretion – see our refund policy for details.

Code of Conduct

• All participants, including players, coaches, and spectators, are expected to uphold a respectful and positive environment.
• Verbal or physical abuse, harassment, or unsportsmanlike behavior will not be tolerated.
• Top Tier Sports reserves the right to remove any individual or team that violates the code of conduct without a refund.

Health and Safety

• Teams are responsible for ensuring that all players are medically fit to participate.
• Top Tier Sports is not liable for injuries, accidents, or illnesses that occur during the tournament. Teams must carry their own insurance coverage.
• In the event of a medical emergency, on-site staff will provide basic first aid and contact emergency services if necessary.

Media Release

• By participating in the tournament, players and teams consent to being photographed or filmed for promotional purposes, including use on Top Tier Sports’ website, social media, and marketing materials.
• If you do not consent to media use, please notify us in writing prior to the event.

Liability Waiver

• By registering for a tournament, teams agree to release Top Tier Sports, its staff, sponsors, and volunteers from any liability for personal injury, property damage, or other loss arising from participation.
• Teams assume full responsibility for the conduct of their players and supporters.

Refunds and Cancellations

• Please refer to the Top Tier Sports refund policy, available on our website

Modification of Terms

• Top Tier Sports reserves the right to update or modify these terms and conditions at any time. Changes will be communicated via email or posted on our website.

Last Updated: 11/21/2024

Top Tier Sports is committed to providing a clear and fair refund process for all teams participating in our tournaments. Please carefully review the following policies:

 Payment Requirements

• All tournament entries must be paid in full no later than 14 days prior to the start of the event
• Failure to meet this payment deadline may result in the removal of your team from the event

 Withdrawal and Schedule Policy

• Teams that withdraw within 14 days of the event will not receive any refunds or credits.
• Once the tournament schedule has been released, no refunds or credits will be issued under any circumstances.

3-Game Guarantee Refund Policy

• 0 games played: 100% credit toward a future tournament or a refund minus a 10% administration fee.
• 1 game played: 66% credit toward a future tournament or a 50% refund.
• 2 games played: 33% credit toward a future tournament or a 25% refund.
• 3 games played: No refunds or credits will be issued.

4-Game Guarantee Refund Policy

• 0 games played: 100% credit toward a future tournament or a refund minus a 10% administration fee.
• 1 game played: 75% credit toward a future tournament or a 66% refund.
• 2 games played: 50% credit toward a future tournament or a 33% refund.
• 3 games played: 25% credit toward a future tournament. No refunds will be issued.
• 4 games played: No refunds or credits will be issued.

Credit Usage

• Credits issued due to weather-impacted events must be used within the same calendar year as the original event.
• Unused credits will expire at the end of the calendar year.

Refund Requests

• Refund requests must be submitted in writing to Arlo.Evasick@TopTierSports.net within 14 days following the conclusion or cancellation of the event.
• Approved refunds will be processed within 14 business days.

For questions or additional information, please contact Arlo.Evasick@TopTierSports.net. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

Zero Tolerance Policies

• Alcohol – Top Tier Sports is committed to providing a positive and safe experience for all participants at our events. Alcohol has no place at a youth sporting event, and we will have zero tolerance if anyone is found to be consuming alcohol at any complex being used for a tournament. Failure to comply with these guidelines and/or comply with on-site tournament staff will result in the immediate removal from the complex, along with the consequences listed in the fan ejection policy above. Thank you in advance for your help with this policy.
• Sunflower Seeds – For games played on turf fields, absolutely NO SUNFLOWER SEEDS are allowed on site – on the playing surface, in the dugouts, or in the stands. This includes spitting the shells into a cup. All in attendance should not chew sunflower seeds on the complex in any capacity.

Conflict Resolution

• Top Tier Sports is committed to ruling on all conflicts in a way that is both (1) fair to the teams involved and (2) good for the tournament as a whole. All conflicts will be discussed amongst our staff to determine the best course of action