During the tournament a designated time slot will be provided for the families to spend time together. Every time the parents take their kids outside the players’ residence for some family time or activity, they will need to advise the chaperone and fill out the following form:
Most cell phones won’t work in Europe because they need to be triband and have the European provider. But if they work, making and receiving phone calls will be more expensive than usual, unless you purchase a European sim card
The electricity supply in Spain is different than in the United States so we suggest you travel with an adaptor or converter.
Yes, the family package is per person. Each individual needs to purchase their own family package.
Yes, it is required to have a valid passport with at least 6 months of validity remaining to travel to Madrid. It is your responsibility to have a valid passport before joining the program.
No visa is required for UE, US or Canada passport holders for a stay up to 90 days.
All players must have their own medical coverage. The organization provides only excess coverage (does not cover deductibles) after your insurance policy has been utilized.
Yes, you can, but Avanza Sports will not provide transportation from/to the airport.
No, the players will stay in the player’s residence and the family members joining the tournament will need to look for their own accommodation. Avanza Sports can advise you on the best areas to stay.
During the Donosti Cup Experience, Coach, Assistant and AT will be always taking care of the players.
The players will be only roomed with players. The players will sleep with his team mates in a room of 8 or 6 persons.
Yes, players will eat together as a team and supervised by their staff at the athlete’s residence. If the parents want to have the players for a meal out, that should be notified to their staff and they will be responsible to get the players in time for the next activity in the program.
Avanza Sports will ensure every food allergy is well taken care and the player still receives a nutritious Mediterranean meal three times a day. It is very important that you provide the allergies or special needs of the player to Avanza Sports prior to the start of the program.
Yes, each player will receive:
- 1 Avanza Sports Local Kit (jersey, shorts and socks),
- 1 Avanza Sports Away kit (jersey, shorts and socks)
- 1 Avanza Sports Travel kit (T-shirt, pants, zip jacket, backpack and raining jackets).
- 1 Avanza Sports Training Kit
Players will receive their uniforms and travel kits once they arrive to San Sebastian.
Avanza Sports is not responsible if a player loses an item of the clothing. Therefore, we will not be able to supply with any additional kit. You will be able to purchase extra gear if that would happen.
Avanza Sports suggests players to bring their football equipment in a carry-on bag in order to avoid any delays if in the unfortunate event a bag gets lost during transits.
All the players will get their uniforms washed at least two times during the week, both game kits.
No, all the training and game material will be provided by Avanza Sports and the Donosti Cup Organization. You will receive a “what to bring” list prior to the start of the tournament.
The training sessions will be 1 hour and 30 minutes long. Avanza Sports coaches will analyze and summarize all the concepts learnt at the end of each practice session to be ready for the tournament.
The games will be played in turf grass, 8vs8 and the matches will be 20 minutes per half.
They can attend the trainings and the games but they will need to arrange their own transportation.
All the players and families with package can join the activities with the group.
Families who have purchased the family package will receive a wristband that they will need to wear during the tournament. The wristband gives you access to all the activities and transfers during the week. Our staff will give you the wristband on the first day of the program.