ACP Tournament 2024

1. Categories:
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   • Beginner Level (less than 1 year of playing experience)
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     • Junior:(18yrs less)
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       • Ladies' Singles
       • Ladies' Doubles
       • Men's Singles
       • Men's Doubles
     • Adult: (18 year plus)
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       • Ladies' Singles
       • Ladies' Doubles
       • Men's Singles
       • Men's Doubles
   • Master Level (more than 1 year of playing experience)
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     • Junior: (18year less)
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       • Ladies' Singles
       • Ladies' Doubles
       • Men's Singles
       • Men's Doubles
     • Adult: (18 year plus)
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       • Ladies' Singles
       • Ladies' Doubles
       • Men's Singles
       • Men's Doubles

<strong>Schedule Planning</strong>

• Duration: Plan for a 4-day tournament to accommodate multiple categories and ensure a smooth flow without rushing matches.
• Daily Structure:
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  • Day 2: Beginner level matches
  • Day 2: Master level matches
• Match Format:
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  • Single-elimination bracket to keep the tournament straightforward and manageable.
  • Matches could be best of 3 games, with each game played to 21 points.

Rewards Preparation

• Types of Medals:
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  • Gold for 1st place
  • Silver for 2nd place
  • Bronze for 3rd place
• Quantity: You will need medals for each category and placement:
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  • 8 categories × 3 types of medals (Gold, Silver, Bronze) = 24 medals

<strong>Key Personnel</strong>

• Tournament Director: Manages overall event, ensuring that the schedule is adhered to and that all aspects run smoothly.
• Umpires/Referees: Essential for each court to oversee the rules and conduct of the matches.
• Scorekeepers: Assigned to each court to record scores and manage the progress of the tournament brackets.
• Logistics Coordinator: Handles the setup of courts, equipment checks, and any required adjustments or repairs.

Additional Considerations

• Venue: Net Ball Center
• Equipment: Provide quality shuttlecocks and ensure all nets, rackets, and other equipment are in good condition. Consider extras in case of equipment failure.
• Refreshments and Facilities: Provide water stations, light snacks, and meal options, especially if the tournament spans a whole day.
• Registration and Communication: Set up a clear registration process and maintain open lines of communication with participants regarding schedules, rules, and any changes.

 Registration Cost: Junior Group is Free (bring your kids to enjoy badminton)Adult Group is $5 tala per person<strong> </strong><strong> </strong><strong> </strong><strong>Example of Single Elimination Match Format (8 Participants)</strong>

1. Quarterfinals:
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   • Match 1: Seed 1 vs. Seed 8
   • Match 2: Seed 4 vs. Seed 5
   • Match 3: Seed 3 vs. Seed 6
   • Match 4: Seed 2 vs. Seed 7
3. Semifinals:
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   • Winner of Match 1 vs. Winner of Match 2
   • Winner of Match 3 vs. Winner of Match 4
5. Final:
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   • Winners of the semifinal matches compete for the championship.

Advantages

• Simplicity: Easy to understand and manage, with a clear path to the final.
• Excitement: High stakes in every match, as any loss results in elimination.
• Time-efficient: Requires fewer matches than double-elimination or round-robin formats, making it ideal for tournaments with time constraints.