TASL Kicking Cactus Cup Recap

Saturday, May 3, 2025
Kino Sports Complex North

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the TASL Kicking Cactus Coed Cup, a 7v7 shootout under the sun at Kino North. The competition was tight, the vibes were strong, and the goals kept coming. Every team played three matches, and every player brought the energy.

Congratulations to our tournament champions: Lobos

The day didn’t end with the final whistle. After the tournament, players stayed to catch FC Tucson vs. Selección Tucson XI under the lights. With free match tickets, food and drink specials, and a fireworks finale, it was a full-on soccer celebration from start to finish.

Thanks to all who played, supported, and helped make this event another one to remember. Until next time, keep kicking!

Kino Sports Complex North
2817 E Ajo Way, Tucson, AZ 85713

Directions

CHECK-IN & ENTRY:

• Please arrive 30 minutes before your first game to check in at the check-in table.
• Bring ID to check in for your team and to receive a tournament bracelet.
• If your team needs to use league pinnies, you can check them out at the referee tent.
• Players may leave and re-enter the tournament area if needed.
• Team benches will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own chairs.
• Umbrellas and shade tents are permitted but must be weighted down (no stakes allowed).

FOOD:

• Each person may bring one individual non-alcoholic beverage (no glass containers allowed for safety).
• Since there will be food trucks at The Kicking Cactus Cup, outside food is not allowed unless there is a dietary restriction.
• A Mexican food truck will be available on-site during the tournament.
• Teams may bring a cooler of water or sports drinks for team use at the benches.

TOURNAMENT CLOSE / TRANSITION TO FC TUCSON GAME:

• All players must leave the tournament area by 6:15 PM and return any personal items to your vehicle.
• Re-entry for the FC Tucson game begins at 6:30 PM, and the clear bag policy will be in effect.

TICKETS FOR FC TUCSON GAME:

• FC Tucson worked with ticketing partner, TipToe, to set up a unique promo code for players to help redeem their complimentary ticket. The unique promo code is: Your Last Name + First Three (3) Letters of Your First Name. For example, if your name is Jane Doe, your code would be "Doejan".

• Players can navigate to the single match ticket page HERE - select the match on May 3rd - enter your unique code in the promo code box and then select the $0.00 KCTASL seat. This selection can include any open seat in the grandstands (excluding section 104). Feel free to add additional seats for friends, family members, co-workers, etc... and then proceed to the check out screen.

• Family and friends can purchase discounted tickets by using the discount code TASL25 for 50% off Single Match Tickets.

• The FC Tucson game starts at 7 PM, followed by a fireworks show after the match.

This soccer tournament is designed to promote fun, community, and quality competition. The tournament will follow a Round Robin format where teams compete within their respective divisions. Each team will play 3 matches. All matches will be played in accordance with the official soccer rules, with specific adaptations for the 7v7 format (see below). Teams are expected to exhibit fair play and respect towards all participants, ensuring a positive experience for all. By participating in this tournament, teams agree to adhere to these rules and uphold the spirit of the game.

Teams will accrue points based on their performance in each match:

• Win: 3 points
• Tie: 1 point
• Loss: 0 points

In the event that two or more teams are tied in points at the end of the Round Robin stage, the following criteria will be used to determine the ranking:

1. Sportsmanship: The team with the best record for sportsmanship will be given priority. Sportsmanship is assessed based on conduct on and off the field, including behavior towards referees, and opponents, and adherence to the rules of the game.

2. Goal Differential: If teams remain tied after evaluating sportsmanship, the next criterion will be goal differential. This is calculated as the difference between goals scored and goals conceded across all matches. The team with the higher goal differential will be ranked higher.

Rules:

• 7-player lineup typically is 1 goalkeeper (man or woman), with  3 men (max at a time) and 3 women field players.
• 13-player roster minimum, 6 of which should be women.
• Teams must wear numbered uniforms. Referees will award/track yellow and red cards.
• 1 Red Card = Removal from current match and suspension from 2nd match.
• 2 Red Cards = Tournament Disqualification
• Competitive Division: 3 Yellow Cards in Consecutive games = 1 Red
• Keepers cannot punt the ball ever and cannot throw the ball IN THE AIR beyond midfield. If it occurs, it is a turnover at midfield. Shots on goal only count within the attacking half.
• There is no offside. No slide tackling. Balls are kicked in, not thrown (like indoor).
• Free substitution policy. One player must exit before the next player can step onto the pitch at midfield on the player side. Teams will be on same side of field separated by the halfway line.