Bauer International Invite

BAUER Partners in Stockholm, Sweden and St. Petersburg

The Bauer Euro Invite is an international youth hockey tournament organized by the same directors of the Bauer International Invite (the largest AAA hockey tournament in the world held annually every November in Chicago, Illinois, USA). This will be our 2nd year in Stockholm and our first ever in Russia. The tournament is now accepting team applications for August 11-14, 2011 in Stockholm, Sweden and Saint Petersburg, Russia. The Bauer Euro Invite gives young people from all over the world an opportunity through the greatest sport - Hockey to experience Sweden and Russia with much more than just the game itself. Playing games against teams from worldwide, attending cultural tours & events will together give your team a great experience in the summer of 2011.

Who may participate (96, 97, 98, 99, 00 and 01 age groups)

All association teams, all star teams and or select clubs, are welcome to participate in the Bauer Euro Invite. Last year we had teams in Stockholm from Russia, Czech Republic, Finland, USA and the top Swedish clubs participate. St. Petersburg will feature the very best elite AAA teams whereas Stockholm is designed for competitive AAA teams.

Tournament Format

The tournament format is based on 2 Pools of 4 teams each. Each team crosses over and plays the other teams once (4 round robin games). The first and second teams in each group qualify for the semi final round, The third and fourth place finishers in the group will also play a final seeding game for ranking. All teams will play at least 5 games, and as many as 6 games. Exhibition/Friendly Games can be arranged for all teams arriving early to either location. Playing periods (3 x 17 minutes)

Welcome Party, Opening Night Reception, Bauer Demo, Awards

Opening Night Reception with Bauer Demo and Skills Competitions. Welcome Gifts for every single player, Team Leader Duffle Bags, Bauer MVP Skates and Sticks, Championship/Runner Up Trophies and Medallions.

North American teams from either Canada or the USA must work directly on team registration and logistics arrangements through our main office. We promise to organize an event that will expose athletes to not only hockey, but the rich history of both Stockholm and St. Petersburg.

European Teams tournament fee is $1,500 USD (includes tournament player lunches) and you can register via our web site link @ www.invitebauer.com. There will be an additional fee for accommodation for any European teams wishing housing.

Contacts Kevin Mann @ kmhinc@aol.com, Anders Sorensen @ anders.sorensen@att.net or Gino Cavallini @ cavallinig@aol.com

REGISTER HERE

The Bauer Euro Invite in Stockholm - 2011 Sample Itinerary for North American teams

Mon., August 8 Teams depart from home location

Tues., August 9 eams arrive at Arlanda airport (Stockholm). Teams will be picked up at the airport and transferred to the hotel for check in and registration. Sightseeing in Old Town and Castle (5 minutes from hotel). Dinner will be served this day. Training session can be arranged.

Wed., August 10 Breakfast at Hotel. Bus Departs for Vasa Museum Sightseeing and Cultural Tour. Practice Game late afternoon or early evening. Dinner at Hotel.

Thurs., August 11
Breakfast at Hotel. Practice game around 10:00am. Bauer Euro

Opening night will begin at 4:00pm with Bauer skills/demo plus Beer Gardens for Parents/Coaches/Staff. Late Dinner at Hotel.

Fri., August 12 Breakfast at Hotel. First round games at 11:00am. 2nd round games at 4:20pm. Between games bus will be available to transport group to either hotel (rest) or city center (shop). Dinner at Hotel. Evening Boat Tour on Delphin IV from inner harbor.

Sat., August 13
3rd round games at 11:00am. 4th round games at 4:20pm.

Between games bus will be available to transport group to either hotel (rest) or city center (shop). Change of the Guard at Castle. Dinner at Hotel.

Sun., August 14 Semi Finals @ 9:10am and Finals @ 2:10pm. Consolation Games in between. Team Dinner/Party at Hotel.

Mon, August 15 Teams depart for home.

* Approximate costs $2,750 pp – includes round trip air, hotel, meals (except lunch), full time bus, 2 tours, interpreters and all associated ice costs. * There is an additional Russian Visa Fee paid separate for all travelers.

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The Bauer Euro Invite in St. Petersburg - 2011 Sample Itinerary

Sun., August 7

Teams depart from home location

Mon., August 8

Teams arrive at St. Petersburg’s International Pulkova 2 Airport. Teams will be picked up at the airport and transferred to the hotel for check in and registration. Dinner will be served this day. Training session can be arranged.

Tues., August 9

Breakfast at Hotel. Bus Departs for Sightseeing and Cultural Tour of Hermitzah (Hermitage) Museum, Russian Museum and Peter & Paul Fortress. Practice Game late afternoon or early evening. Dinner at Hotel.

Wed., August 10

Breakfast at Hotel. Bus Departs for Sightseeing and Cultural Tour of St. Issac’s & Holy Resurrection Cathedrals,and Memorial Garden “Royal Village”. Practice Game late afternoon or early evening. Dinner at Hotel.

Thurs., August 11

Breakfast at Hotel. Practice game around 10:00am. Bauer Euro

Opening Night at the Yubileyniy Arena at 4:00pm with Bauer skills/demo plus Beer Gardens for Parents/Coaches/Staff. Late Dinner at Hotel.

Fri., August 12

Breakfast at Hotel. First round games at 11:00am. 2nd round games at 4:20pm. Between games bus will be available to transport group to either hotel (rest) or city center (shop). Dinner at Hotel. Potential Tour after dinner.

Sat., August 13

3rd round games at 11:00am. 4th round games at 4:20pm.

Between games bus will be available to transport group to either hotel (rest) or city center (shop). Dinner at Hotel. Potential Tour after Dinner.

Sun, August 14

Semi Finals @ 9:10am and Finals @ 2:10pm. Consolation Games in between. Closing Ceremonies at Ice Rinks.

Mon, August 15

Teams depart for home.

* Approximate costs

$2,750 pp – includes round trip air, hotel, meals (except lunch), full time bus, 2 tours, interpreters and all associated ice costs. * There is an additional Russian Visa Fee paid separate for all travelers.

REGISTER HERE