Topic: Rainier Challenge (Read 3230 times)

Dragon-Slayer · « **on:** May 01, 2006, 07:18:35 PM »

Ok anyone know if Rainier Challenge is going to do upper and lower brackets or one big mix? How many teams do they limit themselves to per age? Between PM's and websites I have found over 30 u-13 teams thinking they are going to RC. Wide range of teams from the top teams all the way down to a team ranked in the 60's at one ranking website (the team in the 60s has hotel booking info at their site figuring they are in)

How has this been handled before? Will Starfire and Viking take any more teams in after their deadline?

Dragon · « **Reply #1 on:** May 01, 2006, 10:28:13 PM »

Dragon know last year and etc they not do upper/lower brackets. Might be good idea but not know if da fields could handle da load :?

If dey havin' older and younger teams playin same time then younger teams will get stuck at HS's, etc for first few games......

DS might spread da word that if "lower level" team looking for games on Memorial weekend, might need ta look elsewhere quickly :shock:

nosoupforU · « **Reply #2 on:** May 02, 2006, 09:58:29 AM »

Quote from: "Dragon-Slayer"

Ok anyone know if Rainier Challenge is going to do upper and lower brackets or one big mix? How many teams do they limit themselves to per age? Between PM's and websites I have found over 30 u-13 teams thinking they are going to RC. Wide range of teams from the top teams all the way down to a team ranked in the 60's at one ranking website (the team in the 60s has hotel booking info at their site figuring they are in)

How has this been handled before? Will Starfire and Viking take any more teams in after their deadline?

every team has to apply and make hotel reservations on the chance that they'll get in. The rooms can be cancelled, but if you do get in, and don't have rooms reserved the team might have to stay in Fife, and that would be bad. We applied, and reserved rooms. If we don't get in we don't, simple as that. We'll look to see what else may be available, if nothing is it won't be the end of the world. It's just another tournament, there's others.

famj · « **Reply #3 on:** May 02, 2006, 10:12:24 AM »

All games will be played at the WPFC North and South Complex Fields, i.e., the old Royals and United fields. It's U11-15, so no need for fields at other sites. As to upper and lower brackets, I'm not sure here, but I believe there will be Silver and Gold brackets this year.

Dragon-Slayer · « **Reply #4 on:** May 02, 2006, 01:58:27 PM »

Wow
I got a number of PM on this one. Thanks to everyone who got back to me. Looks like they are planning silver and gold brackets and will take all who apply. Our team is one of the lower teams also and will be put in the silver bracket. not really what we were hoping for. Win or lose we were looking to play the best.

I am awaiting a PM that should clear things up thanks to a CP in the loop

nosoupforU · « **Reply #5 on:** May 02, 2006, 03:57:07 PM »

Quote from: "Dragon-Slayer"

Wow
I got a number of PM on this one. Thanks to everyone who got back to me. Looks like they are planning silver and gold brackets and will take all who apply. Our team is one of the lower teams also and will be put in the silver bracket. not really what we were hoping for. Win or lose we were looking to play the best.

I am awaiting a PM that should clear things up thanks to a CP in the loop

GOOD to have DS back, providing info, making lists, posting rumors, posting facts, LOVE IT

Sven · « **Reply #6 on:** May 02, 2006, 04:09:37 PM »

Viking Cup has waved its late registration fee as they are looking for a couple more teams.

Vantucky · « **Reply #7 on:** May 02, 2006, 04:11:21 PM »

DS - any insight on when the brackets will be released for RC?

nosoupforU · « **Reply #8 on:** May 02, 2006, 04:14:58 PM »

Quote from: "Vantucky"

DS - any insight on when the brackets will be released for RC?

bet on the 10th, 2 weeks prior to tourney.

Dragon · « **Reply #9 on:** May 02, 2006, 05:05:54 PM »

Quote from: "Dragon-Slayer"

Wow
I got a number of PM on this one. Thanks to everyone who got back to me. Looks like they are planning silver and gold brackets and will take ALL who apply. Our team is one of the lower teams also and will be put in the silver bracket. not really what we were hoping for. Win or lose we were looking to play the best.

I am awaiting a PM that should clear things up thanks to a CP in the loop

gee, what do that say :?

Soccer Mama · « **Reply #10 on:** May 02, 2006, 06:07:32 PM »

Quote from: "Dragon"

Quote from: "Dragon-Slayer"
Wow
I got a number of PM on this one. Thanks to everyone who got back to me. Looks like they are planning silver and gold brackets and will take ALL who apply. Our team is one of the lower teams also and will be put in the silver bracket. not really what we were hoping for. Win or lose we were looking to play the best.

I am awaiting a PM that should clear things up thanks to a CP in the loop

gee, what do that say :?

The deadline is this Friday, May 5th to enter and the commitee will meet next week to set things up so I am sure you will see the schedules out soon. This is a very organized group with kids that are playing so I am sure they will get them out as soon as possible,

Keep your shorts on. More to come in due time. This is always a great tournament and I know our girls are really looking forward to it.
Soccer Mama

ShelbyJ · « **Reply #11 on:** May 03, 2006, 02:20:00 AM »

Dragon Slayer--there are about 20 U-13 teams that have been accepted, some very good--WPFC black, Eastside Red, Patriots, NWN, Snohomish, Mukilteo, Kitsap, etc. Some are less strong, but are looking for a challenge. There are not plans to create silver and gold brackets. There are about 110 team entered boys and girls at this time. Things may change as they look at the make up of teams and given the number of teams.

There are about 16 U-12 teams including Crush, Eastside, WPFC Black, Snohomish, Velocity, etc.

dogedog · « **Reply #12 on:** May 03, 2006, 07:21:36 AM »

Quote from: "ShelbyJ"

Dragon Slayer--there are about 20 U-13 teams that have been accepted, some very good--WPFC black, Eastside Red, Patriots, NWN, Snohomish, Mukilteo, Kitsap, etc. Some are less strong, but are looking for a challenge. There are not plans to create silver and gold brackets. There are about 110 team entered boys and girls at this time. Things may change as they look at the make up of teams and given the number of teams.

There are about 16 U-12 teams including Crush, Eastside, WPFC Black, Snohomish, Velocity, etc.

Eastside has withdrawn and is playing at Starfire instead.

Dragon-Slayer · « **Reply #13 on:** May 03, 2006, 08:32:08 AM »

Quote from: "dogedog"

Quote from: "ShelbyJ"
Dragon Slayer--there are about 20 U-13 teams that have been accepted, some very good--WPFC black, Eastside Red, Patriots, NWN, Snohomish, Mukilteo, Kitsap, etc. Some are less strong, but are looking for a challenge. There are not plans to create silver and gold brackets. There are about 110 team entered boys and girls at this time. Things may change as they look at the make up of teams and given the number of teams.

There are about 16 U-12 teams including Crush, Eastside, WPFC Black, Snohomish, Velocity, etc.

Eastside has withdrawn and is playing at Starfire instead.

At what age DD?

Dragon-Slayer · « **Reply #14 on:** May 03, 2006, 08:44:34 AM »

Quote from: "Vantucky"

DS - any insight on when the brackets will be released for RC?

I have been told Monday which is pretty darn good considering Friday is the deadline.

Dragon · « **Reply #15 on:** May 03, 2006, 09:51:07 AM »

Quote from: "ShelbyJ"

There are about 16 U-12 teams including Crush, Eastside, WPFC Black, Snohomish, Velocity, etc.

Don't fo get Timbers Blue :mrgreen:

ShelbyJ · « **Reply #16 on:** May 03, 2006, 10:17:39 AM »

I posted this on another thread as well because I dont know who reads what. . . . gets confusing sometimes

! As opposed to what i said earlier, the tournament is considering a gold/super group type set up at some age groups. Thanks for the information about Eastside--it should make for a great weekend at many places.. Great updated information. Shelby

Dragon · « **Reply #17 on:** May 03, 2006, 10:23:32 AM »

Always feel free ta create your very own new post Shelb

dogedog · « **Reply #18 on:** May 03, 2006, 10:26:33 AM »

Quote from: "Dragon-Slayer"

Quote from: "dogedog"
Quote from: "ShelbyJ"
Dragon Slayer--there are about 20 U-13 teams that have been accepted, some very good--WPFC black, Eastside Red, Patriots, NWN, Snohomish, Mukilteo, Kitsap, etc. Some are less strong, but are looking for a challenge. There are not plans to create silver and gold brackets. There are about 110 team entered boys and girls at this time. Things may change as they look at the make up of teams and given the number of teams.

There are about 16 U-12 teams including Crush, Eastside, WPFC Black, Snohomish, Velocity, etc.

Eastside has withdrawn and is playing at Starfire instead.

At what age DD?

Sorry U12

ShelbyJ · « **Reply #19 on:** May 03, 2006, 11:12:42 AM »

Dragon, how could I have forgotten the Timbers! Major oversight on my part. What I meant to write was that many good teams are coming--such as patrtios, velocity, TIMBERS BLUE, and others.

Dragon · « **Reply #20 on:** May 03, 2006, 11:33:39 AM »

Quote from: "ShelbyJ"

Dragon, how could I have forgotten the Timbers! Major oversight on my part. What I meant to write was that many good teams are coming--such as patrtios, velocity, TIMBERS BLUE, and others.

:lol: :lol:

Eggy · « **Reply #21 on:** May 03, 2006, 01:13:27 PM »

Godd Job Dragan- Eggy thought he wass going to have to crack some heads.

Dragon-Slayer · « **Reply #22 on:** May 05, 2006, 09:47:37 AM »

Anyone in the know hear anything about RC? Tiers/ no tiers? amount of teams? Anything?

Dragon-Slayer · « **Reply #23 on:** May 06, 2006, 07:35:43 PM »

teams entered have been posted.

http://www.washingtonpremierfc.com/rainierchallenge/news.htm

now to see how they figure out 22 teams at u-13

Will they still have to turn down some? Will they end up with a silver and gold? Anyone know all?

Victory · « **Reply #24 on:** May 10, 2006, 12:00:39 AM »

Quote from: "Dragon-Slayer"

teams entered have been posted.

http://www.washingtonpremierfc.com/rainierchallenge/news.htm

now to see how they figure out 22 teams at u-13

Will they still have to turn down some? Will they end up with a silver and gold? Anyone know all?

DS
Have you heard anything new? We are waiting to see if we got in. If not that is fine but we need to know so the girls can play somewhere that weekend. Can not get a response. Was assured they would let us know early if not accepted. Have a different tournament with a spot open but can not take it. It will fill by the time I know anything here I am afraid.

Dragon-Slayer · « **Reply #25 on:** May 10, 2006, 08:43:03 AM »

Ok
Here is what I have been told
Looks like they MAY end up bracketing a number of age groups. They are going to use the fact they have light to help get games in. Should have accepted teams list anytime now.

Soccer Freak · « **Reply #26 on:** May 11, 2006, 09:34:12 AM »

Looks like all the accepted teams have been posted. Plenty of girls teams entered this tournament! Looks like it will be great competition for all!

nosoupforU · « **Reply #27 on:** May 11, 2006, 01:49:14 PM »

Quote from: "Soccer Freak"

Looks like all the accepted teams have been posted. Plenty of girls teams entered this tournament! Looks like it will be great competition for all!

gonna be a good time, win, lose or draw this is the test of your team and what areas may need improvement. Looking forward to watching.

Now I just have to track down Dragon and force him to have a beer, or 3.

Dragon · « **Reply #28 on:** May 11, 2006, 01:50:44 PM »

D only cosume wheat beverages on new year eve........ and even then, D not allowed to Drink with other ladies....make Mrs Dragon hot :|

nosoupforU · « **Reply #29 on:** May 11, 2006, 02:08:41 PM »

Quote from: "Dragon"

....make Mrs Dragon hot :|

and that's a bad thing ?

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