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TEAM FLORIDA F.A.Q.
PLEASE READ THE BELOW INFORMATION REGARDING THE TEAM FLORIDA INDOOR HP ALL-STAR PROGRAM
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Please find a list of frequently asked questions below. Continue to check this section for additional questions being added.
GENERAL TEAM FLORIDA INDOOR HP ALL-STARS PROGRAM QUESTIONS
Q: How much does the Team Florida program cost?
A: FOR FEMALE ATHLETES: The tryout fee is $65. After the coaches have evaluated tryouts, they will select athletes to attend Selection Camp. Athletes must attend Selection Camp to be considered for a final spot on the team Florida roster. Selection Camp is $300. From Selection Camp, an athlete plus one alternate in each position will be invited to Training Camp for no additional fees. Once an athlete makes the final team, the team cost is $750. Please visit the Selection Camp and Training Camp website for more information about the camps. (CLICK HERE).
A: FOR MALE ATHLETES: *NEW IN 2018* Team Florida Indoor HP All-Stars is making a change to the boys' program. Male athletes interested in being on the final team roster will attend an all-encompassing Team Florida Indoor HP All-Stars Boys' Camp on June 2, 2018. This camp will serve as the only route to being selected for the final roster and is mandatory to attend to make the final team. The Team Florida Indoor HP All-Stars Boys' Camp is $300. Once an athlete makes the final team, the team cost is $750. Please visit the Team Florida Indoor HP All-Stars Boys Camp website for more information about the camp.
(CLICK HERE)
Q: What notarized medical release form is accepted?
A: Athletes may bring a current season notarized medical release form that has been copied or may fill out another one. There will be a notary present for those who do not have one, but the parent must be present to sign the form. Here is a link to the form (CLICK HERE).
Q: What is the progression?
A: FOR FEMALE ATHLETES: Athletes will attend a tryout during January, February or March. Once tryouts are completed, the Florida Region will post Selection Camp selections in April. Final team selections will be made from the athletes that attend Selection Camp. Athletes that have made the final roster, plus one alternate in each position will be invited to attend Training Camp. Please visit the Selection Camp and Training Camp website for more information about the camps (CLICK HERE).
A: FOR MALE ATHLETES: *NEW IN 2018* Team Florida Indoor HP All-Stars is making a change to the boys' program. There will be no regional HP tryouts for male athletes. Male athletes interested in being on the final team roster will attend an all-encompassing Team Florida Indoor HP All-Stars Boys' Camp on June 2, 2018. This camp will serve as the only route to being selected for the final roster and is mandatory to attend to make the final team. The Team Florida Indoor HP All-Stars Boys' Camp is $300. Once an athlete makes the final team, the team cost is $750. Please visit the Team Florida Indoor HP All-Stars Boys Camp website for more information about the camp.
(CLICK HERE)
Q: What teams will the Florida Region be fielding this year?
A: We will have six teams total and each team will field 12 athletes.
-Women International Junior (Born 2000 or 2001)
-Girls' International Youth (Born 2002 or 2003)
-Girls' National Youth (Born 2002 or 2003)
-Girls' National Select (Born 2004 or 2005)
-Boys' National Youth (Born 2001 or 2002)
-Boys' Regional Select (Born 2003 or 2004)
Q: Once the team is selected, will there be practice?
A: Athlete attendance is required July 22-29, 2018. The girls' teams will practice at the Training Camp on June 2. The entire delegation will have practice upon arrival in Tulsa before the HP Championships.
SELECTION CAMP, TRAINING CAMP, and HP CHAMPIONSHIPS SPECIFIC QUESTIONS
Q: What are the program guidelines?
A: CLICK HERE TO READ THE PROGRAM GUIDELINES
Q: Does this tournament use University Athlete?
A: This tournament does use University Athlete. Please be sure the athletes' University Athlete profile is updated with the information you would like available to college coaches.
Q: What is the playing schedule?
A: Once available, the playing schedule will be live on AES (www.advancedeventsystems.com). There is also an AES app for your cell phone that you can use to track the schedule and results on your phone. When you get to the AES website/app you can find the schedule by going to SCHEDULES or SCHEDULES & RESULTS and then the event will be listed under the Current Tournaments/Current Events.
Q: Are parents able to "check-out" an athlete?
A: Team Florida will remain together as a team throughout the duration of the event. Parents are welcome at attend the matches as spectators. Coaches/athletes will plan a team dinner each night. Coaches/athletes will communicate dinner information to the parents and the parents may join if they wish.
Q: How much money should an athlete bring for dinner?
A: We suggest each athlete has $20-$25 each night for dinner. There are many options in walking distance from the hotel.
Q: What time will athletes be able to leave with parents/guardians?
A: We will communicate the team travel schedule as soon as possible. Parents wanting to check out an athlete in Tulsa may do so, but there will be no refund for the flight. If another parent will be transporting/picking up your athlete, you must provide a written note to the athlete's coaching staff.
Q: Is there an emergency phone number available for parents to call?
A: Please use (352) 989-6535 in the event of an EMERGENCY.
Q: What gear is being provided and what gear do athletes need to bring themselves?
A: Team Florida will be providing:
Other items to pack:
Please find a list of frequently asked questions below. Continue to check this section for additional questions being added.
GENERAL TEAM FLORIDA INDOOR HP ALL-STARS PROGRAM QUESTIONS
Q: How much does the Team Florida program cost?
A: FOR FEMALE ATHLETES: The tryout fee is $65. After the coaches have evaluated tryouts, they will select athletes to attend Selection Camp. Athletes must attend Selection Camp to be considered for a final spot on the team Florida roster. Selection Camp is $300. From Selection Camp, an athlete plus one alternate in each position will be invited to Training Camp for no additional fees. Once an athlete makes the final team, the team cost is $750. Please visit the Selection Camp and Training Camp website for more information about the camps. (CLICK HERE).
A: FOR MALE ATHLETES: *NEW IN 2018* Team Florida Indoor HP All-Stars is making a change to the boys' program. Male athletes interested in being on the final team roster will attend an all-encompassing Team Florida Indoor HP All-Stars Boys' Camp on June 2, 2018. This camp will serve as the only route to being selected for the final roster and is mandatory to attend to make the final team. The Team Florida Indoor HP All-Stars Boys' Camp is $300. Once an athlete makes the final team, the team cost is $750. Please visit the Team Florida Indoor HP All-Stars Boys Camp website for more information about the camp.
(CLICK HERE)
Q: What notarized medical release form is accepted?
A: Athletes may bring a current season notarized medical release form that has been copied or may fill out another one. There will be a notary present for those who do not have one, but the parent must be present to sign the form. Here is a link to the form (CLICK HERE).
Q: What is the progression?
A: FOR FEMALE ATHLETES: Athletes will attend a tryout during January, February or March. Once tryouts are completed, the Florida Region will post Selection Camp selections in April. Final team selections will be made from the athletes that attend Selection Camp. Athletes that have made the final roster, plus one alternate in each position will be invited to attend Training Camp. Please visit the Selection Camp and Training Camp website for more information about the camps (CLICK HERE).
A: FOR MALE ATHLETES: *NEW IN 2018* Team Florida Indoor HP All-Stars is making a change to the boys' program. There will be no regional HP tryouts for male athletes. Male athletes interested in being on the final team roster will attend an all-encompassing Team Florida Indoor HP All-Stars Boys' Camp on June 2, 2018. This camp will serve as the only route to being selected for the final roster and is mandatory to attend to make the final team. The Team Florida Indoor HP All-Stars Boys' Camp is $300. Once an athlete makes the final team, the team cost is $750. Please visit the Team Florida Indoor HP All-Stars Boys Camp website for more information about the camp.
(CLICK HERE)
Q: What teams will the Florida Region be fielding this year?
A: We will have six teams total and each team will field 12 athletes.
-Women International Junior (Born 2000 or 2001)
-Girls' International Youth (Born 2002 or 2003)
-Girls' National Youth (Born 2002 or 2003)
-Girls' National Select (Born 2004 or 2005)
-Boys' National Youth (Born 2001 or 2002)
-Boys' Regional Select (Born 2003 or 2004)
Q: Once the team is selected, will there be practice?
A: Athlete attendance is required July 22-29, 2018. The girls' teams will practice at the Training Camp on June 2. The entire delegation will have practice upon arrival in Tulsa before the HP Championships.
SELECTION CAMP, TRAINING CAMP, and HP CHAMPIONSHIPS SPECIFIC QUESTIONS
Q: What are the program guidelines?
A: CLICK HERE TO READ THE PROGRAM GUIDELINES
Q: Does this tournament use University Athlete?
A: This tournament does use University Athlete. Please be sure the athletes' University Athlete profile is updated with the information you would like available to college coaches.
Q: What is the playing schedule?
A: Once available, the playing schedule will be live on AES (www.advancedeventsystems.com). There is also an AES app for your cell phone that you can use to track the schedule and results on your phone. When you get to the AES website/app you can find the schedule by going to SCHEDULES or SCHEDULES & RESULTS and then the event will be listed under the Current Tournaments/Current Events.
Q: Are parents able to "check-out" an athlete?
A: Team Florida will remain together as a team throughout the duration of the event. Parents are welcome at attend the matches as spectators. Coaches/athletes will plan a team dinner each night. Coaches/athletes will communicate dinner information to the parents and the parents may join if they wish.
Q: How much money should an athlete bring for dinner?
A: We suggest each athlete has $20-$25 each night for dinner. There are many options in walking distance from the hotel.
Q: What time will athletes be able to leave with parents/guardians?
A: We will communicate the team travel schedule as soon as possible. Parents wanting to check out an athlete in Tulsa may do so, but there will be no refund for the flight. If another parent will be transporting/picking up your athlete, you must provide a written note to the athlete's coaching staff.
Q: Is there an emergency phone number available for parents to call?
A: Please use (352) 989-6535 in the event of an EMERGENCY.
Q: What gear is being provided and what gear do athletes need to bring themselves?
A: Team Florida will be providing:
- Two jerseys
- Two pairs of shorts/spandex
- Warm up jacket + pants
- Socks
- Knee pads
- Sneakers
- Backpack
Other items to pack:
- Team Florida red and navy shirts provided by Team Florida
- Undergarments to sustain the duration of the event
- All medical prescriptions necessary (including glasses/contacts)
- Please have the athlete bring proof of their date of birth. This will need to be placed in their backpacks at all times. Examples include: Copy of their birth certificate, copy of their driver’s license, copy of their passport, or copy of any government issued ID.
- Pajamas, clothes for dinner (please be sure all athletes pack items that are in good taste and present an appearance that positively represents Team Florida)
- Khaki bottoms for the Opening Ceremony, athletes are allowed to wear pants, capris, or shorts. If the athlete will be wearing shorts, please make sure they are of adequate length, no short shorts permitted
- $20-$25 each night for dinner
- Toiletries
