Mini World Cup
Hosted by:Mid-Isle Soccer Club
April 11/12, 2026
Ladysmith, BC
Please contact Jaymee Shea for further details at: midislecommunications@gmail.com
Mini World Cup Country Representation Statement
Our Mini World Cup is a celebration of soccer, community, and global diversity. Each team is randomly assigned a country to represent as part of the tournament format, reflecting the International spirit of the world’s game.
All countries are included in this event. Country assignments are not political statements, endorsements, or exclusions, and they are not connected to current global events or conflicts. The purpose of country representation is purely symbolic and intended to promote unity, cultural appreciation, and friendly competition through sport.
This tournament is about bringing people together, fostering respect, and creating a positive experience for all participants. Soccer is for everyone.
PLAYER INFORMATION
The Mini World Cup is open to players U8–U11 (born 2018–2015).
The event starts with an Opening Ceremony and Parade of Nations where teams dress-up and represent their assigned country.
Teams of 8-12 players will compete in the age group of their oldest player.
U8 (2018) and U9 (2017) games are played 5v5.
U10 (2016) and U11 (2015) games are played 6v6.
Divisions: Community Level and Advanced Level (available for all age groups). Boys and girls compete in separate divisions.
**Co-Ed teams will compete in the boys' division.**
Schedule: Each team plays four games-schedule to be determined after registration closes.
2026 Mini World Cup Game Guidelines
- U8/9 Teams play 5v5 (4 & GK) U10/11 Teams play 6v6 (5 & GK)
- Games will be 2x25 minute halves with a 5-minute halftime – Please be aware of time
- No offsides
- Goal kicks, corner kicks, kick ins used to restart when the ball leaves the field
- Drop balls - if the game is stopped while ball in play (given to last team who had possession)
- Goal kicks - players must retreat to centre. Can defend once ball has been kicked
- All free kicks are indirect
- If a foul occurs in penalty area, penalty shot is taken at top of goal arc
- If a team is up by 4 points, they will remove a player, OR the other team will add a player
- Teams will be set up in between fields, spectators on the other side. No spectators may be on the player side.
- All sideline adults must be registered and on the submitted roster
Team Wear by Urban Valley Tees
Our friends at Urban Valley Tees have opened an online store for pre-orders of Mini World Cup gear! All items will can be personalized and will be available to pick up at the event. Urban Valley Tees will also be ON-SITE the entire weekend with a full pop-up shop with custom soccer merch!
WHERE TO STAY
The Mini World Cup is in Ladysmith, BC. Check out some of these great hotels:
*Temperance Hotel (LADYSMITH) – Unit 2: Offering 10% off their stay. Promo Code: TAKE10
Link: https://temperancehotel.ca/
*Best Western Dorcester (NANAIMO): Offering a 12% discount for all room types in Best Western Dorchester Nanaimo. Promo code: SPPR
Link - https://www.bestwestern.com/en_US/book/hotel-rooms.62076.html?promoCode=SPPR
*Best Western Plus (Chemainus): Offering rooms at $185/nt +tax (includes pool and breakfast
Phone - 250-246-4181
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