BAUER EURO INVITE ~ STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN
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 3rd year in Stockholm. The tournament is now
accepting team applications for August 9-12, 2012 in
Stockholm,
Sweden.
The Bauer Euro Invite
gives young people from all over the world an
opportunity through the greatest sport - Hockey to
experience Sweden 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 2012.
Who
may participate (97, 98, 99, 00,01 and 02 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 of course
Sweden.
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 15
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 Bauer
MVP 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 Stockholm.
European Teams
You can register via our web site link @
www.invitebauer.com.
SAMPLE ITINERARY
FOR NORTH AMERICAN PLAYERS ATTENDING UNDER OUR
PROGRAM.
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The Bauer Euro Invite in
Stockholm
- 2012 Sample Itinerary
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Mon., August 6 |
Teams depart from home location |
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Tues., August 7 |
Teams 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. |
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Wed., August 8 |
Breakfast at Hotel. Bus Departs for Vasa Museum Sightseeing and
Cultural Tour. Practice Game late
afternoon or early evening. Dinner at
Hotel. |
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Thurs., August 9 |
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. |
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Fri., August 10 |
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.
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Sat., August 11 |
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. |
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Sun., August 12 |
Semi Finals @ 9:10am and Finals @ 2:10pm. Consolation Games in
between. Team Dinner/Party at Hotel.
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Mon, August 13 |
Teams depart for home. |
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* Approximate costs |
$2,900 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. |
