October 24-25, 2009 :: Poolesville, MD
Frequently Asked Questions
General:
- When are bids due?
- Will there be food at the site?
- Will there be concessions?
- Will there be tournament merchandise for sale?
Travel Related:
- Is camping allowed at the fields?
- Will there by a tournament hotel?
- Are dogs allowed?
- What happens if it rains?
Q: When are bids due?
A: Bids will be filled on a rolling admission basis based on geographic diversity and strength of program. Bid payments are due by October 15th, 2009. After that date, there will be a late fee of $25.00 assessed for each team that has not submitted their bid payment. Please check the bid section for more information.
Q: Will there be food at the site?
A: We will have the standard fare of bagels, fruit and water.
Q: Will there be concessions?
A: We are negotiating this and will update this site when we know more.
Q: Will there be tournament merchandise for sale?
A: There will be definitely be discs and sweet merch for sale from 5Ultimate.
Q: Is camping allowed at the fields?
A: Sorry, there is NO CAMPING at Potomac Polo Complex. However, we're working on setting up a deal with local hotels to provide affordable rooms. Check the hotels section for more information.
Q: Will there be a tournament hotel?
We're working on this at the moment - and it will entirely depend on if there is demand for one. Please check the hotels section for more information.
Q: Are dogs allowed?
A: Dogs are also not permitted, please leave Rover at home.
Q: What happens if it rains?
A: The complex has had us put down a hefty retainer for the fieldsite so that if it does rain, we will still be able to play. Our contract states that in case of flooding or near flooding situations, the owner reserves the right to close the fields.
About the Tournament
We know, we know. Breast Cancer - it's not really top of the list of the things you're thinking about as the summer winds down and you head back to school (or into the Series).
Here's the thing. You, right here, can save your Mom's life. You really can. The stats are right there in the masthead. One in eight women will be diagnosed with Beast Cancer in their lifetime. That's three Moms for every average ultimate team. The positive is right up there, too: 96% of women who receive an early diagnosis are cancer-free within five years. If that doesn't have you hitting speed-dial for Mom, I don't know what can.
Pink Ribbons is a tournament dedicated to raising awareness of Breast Cancer and the positive effects of early diagnosis. If you come and play, your dollars will go directly to funding Early Detection campaigns -- saving Moms across the country -- PLUS you'll get a sweet tournament experience from Cultimate. If you can't attend this year, you can donate, participate in other Campaigns, or, simply, call your Mom to talk about breasts. I promise you you'll be glad you did.