Dallas Cup Invitational

Jan. 26-28, 2007

16U, 14U, 12U Division Site

Jan. 30th.....ALL games have now been posted to Pointstreak, and standings have been updated. 

Some games still have penalties to be posted later.  Thanks for your patience.

                                                                         Sunday, January 28, 2007                                                                                     

Dallas Cup Crowns 4 New Champions...

The 2007 version of the Dallas Cup was concluded in exciting fashion Sunday, and there are 4 new Champions.  In the 16UAAA Division, PF Chang's used the momentum of a 3-2 double overtime win in the Semi-Finals to propel themselves to a 4-1 win in the Championship over the Colorado Thunderbirds.  In the 16UAA Division, the Alliance Bulldog Prep team turned the tables on the Palm Beach IceHawks, handing them their only loss of the tournament after losing to them earlier in preliminary play, and won when it counted most in the final, 4-0. 

In the 14UAAA Division, the Florida Everblades did the same, taking down the Texas Attack in the final 4-3, after having lost to them on Saturday. In the 12UAAA Division, the Phoenix Firebirds completed their sweep through the tournament, beating the Alliance Bulldogs in the final 4-2, the same score they posted against one another on Saturday as well.

It was a great weekend, and the Alliance Hockey Association congratulates all the participating teams on a well-played tournament, great competition, and camaraderie among all players, parents, and coaches during the tournament.  A huge THANK YOU goes out to all the Alliance parents that helped out and extended a hand of Texas hospitality to our out of state visitors, and we look forward to another great Dallas Cup in 2008.

                                                                         Tuesday, January 9, 2007                                                                                     

Dallas Cup Schedules Announced...

The schedules for all Dallas Cup Divisions have been announced, and have been posted to the respective Division pages.  To see the schedules, click on the Division buttons at the top of the page.    It has also been announced that all game results, box scores, and other related statistics will be posted from each game through Pointstreak.com, the leading provider of real-time statistics and league management systems for amateur and professional sports leagues and facilities.

                                                                         Thursday, January 4, 2007                                                                                    

Dallas Cup Hotels Announced...

The Official Hotels for the Dallas Cup have been announced, and are ready for teams to make their reservations.  To see the list of host hotels, click HERE... 

The schedules are being finalized, and those will be posted and emailed to each team in the next day or so.  All 16UAAA games will be at Valley Ranch.  All 16UAA and 14UAAA games will be at Polar Ice in Grapevine.  The 12UAAA games will probably be split between Polar Ice and Valley Ranch, and the final schedules will determine that.

We are asking that teams arrive on Thursday January 25th if at all possible, so as to be able to play 2 games each on Friday.  If your travel plans include a Friday arrival, please let us know as soon as possible so we can do everything to accommodate you in the schedule. 

Thanks again for your patience and we look forward to seeing you in Dallas.

                                                                     Wednesday, November 15, 2006                                                                             

Dallas Cup Teams Announced...

The teams participating in the 5th Annual Dallas Cup Invitational Tournament have been confirmed, with the newest division of the tournament, 12U PeeWee AAA, making it's debut with 5 teams.  This year, the 16U Minor Midget AAA Division has 12 teams, up 2 from last year, with the new 14U Bantam AAA Division having 5 teams.  The 16U Minor Midget AA Division has 6 teams, making the total number of teams in the tournament this year at twenty eight (28). 

                                                                     Saturday, September 16, 2006                                                                                 

2007 Dallas Cup Announced...

The 5th Annual Dallas Cup Invitational Tournament will be held in Dallas January 26-28, 2007, and this year, the Alliance Youth Hockey Association is proud to be the Host for the 16U AAA Minor Midget and 16U AA Minor Midget Divisions for the 2nd consecutive year.  Alliance will also be adding 2 more divisions to our tournament, as 14U AAA Bantam Tier I and 12U AAA PeeWee Tier I Divisions have been added.   The U18 Major Midget AAA Division will again be hosted by the Dallas Stars Major Midget AAA club. 

Each year, some of the top Tier I AAA programs send their best to Dallas for this tough tournament.  Last year, 6 of the Top 20 Nationally Ranked 16UAAA teams participated in the Dallas Cup 2006, along with 3 of the Top 10 Nationally Ranked 16U AA teams as well.   If you are interested in playing top competition at the highest level, in a great city like Dallas, with a mild climate during the dead of winter, APPLY NOW, as applications are being received daily and only so much ice is available for each division.

The Dallas Cup Invitational Tournament is USA Hockey Tier I Sanctioned.   As a condition of acceptance, all teams must be able to provide a USA Hockey roster prior to play, and all out-of-town teams must stay at an authorized tournament hotel.  

Teams from past Dallas Cups, as well as those teams that have either been selected, applied, or are being considered for this year's highly touted tournament are listed below. 

For information, game summaries, results, and box scores on last year's 2006 Dallas Cup, click HERE...

2007 Dallas Cup Rules and Procedures...

16U AAA Game Format is as follows: 

1. Three (3) 17 minute Stop Time Periods.

2. Ice Resurfacing at the beginning of each game and between second and third periods.

3. 4 game minimum, 5 game maximum.

4. Top 2 teams reach finals.

16U AA Game Format is as follows: 

1. Three (3) 16 minute Stop Time Periods.

2. Ice Resurfacing at the beginning of each game and between second and third periods.

3. 4 game minimum, 5 game maximum.

4. Top 2 teams reach finals.

14U AAA Game Format is as follows: 

1. Three (3) 16 minute Stop Time Periods.

2. Ice Resurfacing at the beginning of each game and between second and third periods.  

3. 4 game minimum, 5 game maximum.

4. Top 2 teams reach finals.

12U AAA Game Format is as follows: 

1. Three (3) 15 minute Stop Time Periods.

2. Ice Resurfacing at the beginning of each game.

3. 4 game minimum, 5 game maximum.

4. Top 2 teams reach finals.

Tournament game outcomes will be scored as follows:

Points for games:

1. 0 points for a game lost

2. 1 point for a game tied

3. 2 points for a game won

All round robin games ending in ties will remain tied at the end of regulation time, with one point awarded to each team.  Overtime will be played in the semi-final and final games only.

Penalties: 

1. Minor = 2 Minutes

2. Major = 5 Minutes

3. Misconduct = 10 Minutes

If in the third period the goal differential reaches 5 goals, running time will begin.  If the difference should go to 4 goals, stop time will resume.

One (1) 30 second time-out per team, per game, will be allowed.
 

All teams must be able to play to the completion of the tournament.

Advancement to Final Game:

In case of ties between teams when determining advancement, the tie-breaking rules will be as follows:

    1.      Head to Head Outcome                                                                               

    2.   Final goal differential (a maximum of 5 per game)

    3.   Fewest combined Goals Against

    4.   Fewest combined Penalty Minutes

    5.   Coin flip

In the event a semi or final game should end in a tie, the tie will be broken in the following manner:

1. 4 on 4 for 5 minutes running time,

2. 3 on 3 for 5 minutes running time,

3. 5 player shoot-out

4. Sudden death shoot-out, consisting of players who have not participated in the 5-player shootout.

* Penalties incurred during overtime will result in a 4 on 3 power play, including during the 3 on 3 overtime.  If 2 penalties are incurred by the same team, a 5 on 3 power play will be awarded.  At no time will there be less than 3 skaters on the ice for a team, including during overtime.  If a 4 on 3 power play occurs during a 3 on 3 overtime, when the penalty expires, a 4th skater will be allowed for 4 on 4 play until the first whistle, at which time the 3 on 3 shall be re-instituted.

Player Eligibility: 

1. Coaches must present player birth certificates upon request of the acting tournament director.

2. USA Hockey rules will apply.

3. All teams must have proper USA Hockey roster information on hand at the start of the tournament.

These rules may be changed prior to the tournament to coincide with any change in the tournament format.

All decisions of the acting tournament director are final. 

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Hotels:

Out of town teams traveling to the Dallas area will be required to stay at one the official Dallas Cup Hotels as a condition of acceptance into the tournament.  

Dallas Cup Hockey 2007 Host Hotel List - for map of hotel locations, click HERE...

Residence Inn Las Colinas

950 Walnut Hill Lane

Irving, TX 75038

http://marriott.com/property/propertypage/DALLS

This hotel is an all suite hotel with full size kitchens in all suites.  We are holding Studio Double/Double Suites@ $109.00.  This rate does include breakfast daily.  When booking reservations please ask for the Dallas Cup Hockey Group rate.  If you need additional assistance booking please contact Jessica Kirwan at 972/510-2082.

Courtyard Las Colinas

1151 West Walnut Hill Lane

Irving, TX 75038

http://marriott.com/property/propertypage/DALLA

We are holding Queen/Queen Rooms @ $89.00.  When booking reservations please ask for the Dallas Cup Hockey Group rate.  If you need additional assistance booking please contact Jessica Kirwan at 972/510-2082.

Courtyard LBJ at Josey

2930 Forest Lane

Dallas, TX 75234

http://marriott.com/property/propertypage/DALNW

We are holding Queen/Queen Rooms @ $89.00.  When booking reservations please ask for the Dallas Cup Hockey Group rate.  If you need additional assistance booking please contact Stacy Polk at 972/762-2012.

Courtyard Addison Midway

4165 Proton Drive

Addison, TX 75001

http://marriott.com/property/propertypage/DALAD

We are holding Queen/Queen Rooms @ $99.00.  When booking reservations please ask for the Dallas Cup Hockey Group rate.  If you need additional assistance booking please contact Stacy Polk at 972/764-2012.

Courtyard Addison Quorum

15160 Quorum Drive

Addison, TX 75001

http://marriott.com/property/propertypage/DALQD

We are holding King Rooms, these rooms have 1 King bed and a Sofa Sleeper @ $99.00.  When booking reservations please ask for the Dallas Cup Hockey Group rate.  If you need additional assistance booking please contact Stacy Polk at 972/764-2012.

SpringHill Suites Addison Quorum

15255 Quorum Drive

Addison, TX 75001

http://marriott.com/property/propertypage/DALSH

This hotel is an all suite hotel which offers a free breakfast included in the rate.  We are holding Double/Double Suites @ $99.00.  When booking reservations please ask for the Dallas Cup Hockey Group rate.  If you need additional assistance booking please contact Stacy Polk at 972/764-2012.

Courtyard by Marriott Lewisville (Vista Ridge)

2701 Lake Vista Drive

Lewisville, Texas 75067 USA

1-972-316-3100

http://marriott.com/property/propertypage/DALLL

Group Rate: $89 per night, plus tax.  When booking reservations please ask for the Dallas Cup Hockey Group rate.  If you need additional assistance booking please contact Alma Garcia @ 210-403-6950.

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Thank you for your interest in the Dallas Cup 2007.   To apply, please fill out and submit the information requested below.  You will receive a confirmation via email once your application has been received.   If you are mailing your payment, you must still apply on-line using the form below. 

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