Schedules

Tournament Schedule:
2021 May Classic (Coming Soon)

Previous Results:

2020 May Classic

Fields

Alliance Cincinnati May Classic will utilize Olympic Fields as our primary tournament fields. These are some of the best soccer fields in the Cincinnati area.

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Olympic Fields
May Classic utilizes a private soccer complex in ensuring the best possible fields for our tournament. Part of this agreement is they charge a parking Fee for the tournament. It is a privately owned and operated facility and therefore they are not subsidized by any local governmental agency. The revenue generated from parking covers cost to operate the facility, such as field maintenance, grounds maintenance, utilities and staffing. As they continue to grow they are hoping to provide amenities such as indoor restroom facilities, a playground for children, a picnic pavilion and asphalt parking lot.

Main Lot Passes:
$5.00 per day
$8.00 for two days
$12.00 for three days

Passes will be sold as follows:
For a three day tournament, Friday, Saturday and Sunday you will be able to purchase a day pass for $5.00 or a weekend pass for $12.00

For a two day tournament, Saturday and Sunday, you will be able to purchase a day pass for $5.00 or a weekend pass for $8.00.

Gold and Premium Parking is $10.00 per day, no exceptions. You may park in any of the three lots, Main, Gold and/or Premium if you purchase a Gold or Premium pass.

RV/Campers:
$20.00 per day. Overnight accommodations must be made in advance.

NO PETS ALLOWED

NO OFF STREET PARKING

Answers to commonly asked questions:

1. Is there handicapped parking?
   Yes, see map for specific location. If you need assistance getting to a field please enter the gray building and someone will provide transportation.
2. Are there indoor restrooms?
   No, outdoor restrooms are provided in several locations on the property.
3. Do I have to pay if I just want to drop off my child?
   No, however you will need to follow the direction of the parking attendant to the designated drop off area. It may or may not be close to your desired field.
4. I’m running late and my child needs to be on the field but I don’t have any money. What do I do?
   You will be allowed to drop your child off at the designated drop off location and directed to the closest ATM in town.
5. I’ve paid $5.00 for a day pass and our team won so we have to come back tomorrow. Can I just upgrade to a weekend pass and pay $3.00?
   No, most tournaments are structured for multiple games in a weekend so please plan accordingly.
6. My son/daughter just played a game at another facility and they did not charge parking. Why do we have to pay to enter here?

Hotel information coming soon!

This is a Stay to Play event. It is required that all teams traveling to this event reserve their hotel accommodations through TRAVELING TEAMS®. Thank you in advance for your cooperation!

Tournament FAQ

What is the amount of the tournament fee?

U8 5 v 5 $250
U9 / U10 $550
U11 / U12 $575
U13 / U15 $625

Registration through Gotsoccer.com If checks will be mailed in, please make them payable to “Alliance Cincinnati May Classic” and mailed with a print out of your online application to:

7240 State Route 28
Pleasant Plain, Ohio 45162

How many players are on the field?

U8 play 5v5
U9, & U10 play 7v7 on fields 40×60.
U11 & U12 play 9v9 on fields 50×80.
U13, U14, U15, U16, U17, U18 & U19 play 11v11 on full size fields.

Is this tournament only for Premier teams?

No. Although many of the teams that attend our tournament are “A” level teams, the May Classic continues to provide excellent competition for all levels of competitive play.

Alliance Cincinnati is one of the largest clubs in the Cincinnati area and is continuing to grow. We have very successful and competitive teams at all levels of play. This is what makes the May Classic a great tournament for clubs that wish to bring multiple teams from the same age group to the same tournament. We always strive to match each team to the appropriate level of competition.

Are trapped 8th graders permitted to play in the tournament?

Yes, the U15/U16 division was created to accommodate the “trapped eighth graders.” No more than three, properly credentialed U16 players will be allowed on any one team.

I coach more than one team, will tournament schedule so I can attend all my teams games?

Alliance Cincinnati has several coaches who also coach more than one team, and we make every effort to accommodate these coaches.

Do I need a travel permit?

Teams from outside Ohio South need a travel permit. These would include the teams attending from Michigan, Missouri, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky and West Virginia.

Will the May Classic accept multiple teams from our club?

Yes, the May Classic strongly encourages clubs to send multiple teams. Please e-mail the tournament director if you will be applying as a club or with multiple teams from your club.

What are the fields/parks like at the May Classic?

Miami Meadows Park is a beautiful park with a pond, playground, lots of green space, baseball fields, picnic shelters (with flushing toilets), and a walking trail. There are approximately 20 soccer fields in use at Miami Meadows during the May Classic tournament. The fields are well maintained and provide a level playing surface. They are in great shape. We are very proud of our park!

Lightning Policy

Miami Township Lightning Policy

1. Anytime lightning is visible or you hear thunder, all players, coaches, spectators, umpires, and referees should Take Shelter Immediately!
2. Lightning Predictor – The Thor-Guard Lightning Predictor has been installed at Miami Meadows Park and Paxton-Ramsey Park. The Thor-Guard Lightning Predictor is programmed to emit a loud horn blast for 15 seconds as soon as there is a 30% chance that lightning will strike in a 2-mile radius. After the horn goes off, a yellow strobe will continue to flash until the risk of lightning has decreased. As soon as the horn or strobe are noted, outside activities should cease. All people (coaches, teams, spectators, officials, etc.) should immediately seek safe and appropriate shelter. When the risk of lightning has decreased to a safer level, the detector will sound 3 short all-clear blasts and the strobe will cease. For parks without the Thor-Guard Lightning Predictor, anytime lightning is visible or you hear thunder, please take shelter immediately.
3. Umpires, referees and/or event supervisor(s) should instruct all players, coaches, and fans that a danger is present and they should seek lightning safe shelter immediately. Recommended places for shelter are buildings with active electrical circuits and hard top vehicles with all windows closed. Picnic shelters ARE NOT suitable shelter.
4. Wait at least 30 minutes after the last lightning flash or the last sound of thunder before resuming activities.
5. Danger Zones To Avoid – Top floor of a building, showering, standing on concrete, talking on corded phones or touching any metal objects inside or outside of buildings and structures.
6. If the hair on your head or on your arms stands up or if you feel a tingling sensation: A. Immediately crouch down, put your feet together, lower your head, cover your ears and close your eyes and remain there until the sensation subsides; B. Avoid proximity and maintain a minimum of 15 ft. to other people.
7. If anyone is struck by lightning CALL 911 IMMEDIATELY.
8. We encourage you to develop and follow a “Lightning Safety Plan” for your specific event or activity.
9. This policy is not intended to be all-inclusive. All park users assume all risks associated with use of parks including potential of lightning strikes or other dangers resulting from inclement weather. We make no guarantee that the Thor-guard Lightning Predictor will function as designed. Miami Township assumes no liability to park users as a result of installation of lightning detection system.

Tournament Director:
Joan Hopkins
(513) 685-2558
tourney@alliancecincinnati.com

Referee Assignor:
Randy Clark

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