2026 Sports Tournament
Venue: Schaumburg Park District – The Sport Center
Address: 1141 W. Irving Park Road, Schaumburg, IL 60193
Date: Friday, July 3, 2026
Sports
Tournament
Generation to Generation · Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center
Friday, July 3rd · 7:00 AM
Friday, July 3rd · 7:00 AM
Player Eligibility
Conference Badge Required
All players must be registered attendees of PCNAK 2026 and must check in with their conference badge before participating.
No Badge, No Play
Anyone without a valid conference badge is not eligible to participate in any tournament event, without exception.
Team Eligibility & Rosters
Pastor Sign-Off Requirement
- Any player may participate as long as the team's pastor or designated church leadership signs off on that player's eligibility.
- Sign-off confirms the player identifies as a Christian, is actively connected to a PCNAK-affiliated church, and has served in a volunteer capacity.
- PCNAK will not independently verify individual player history. Team captains, pastors, and state reps carry responsibility for verifying eligibility in good faith.
- This eligibility standard applies equally to every team and every region.
Roster Rules
- Basketball & Volleyball: Maximum 14 players per team.
- Badminton: Roster size and format will be shared in sport-specific rules.
- Rosters must be submitted by May 31st.
- Once games begin, no roster additions are allowed — except at the tournament director's discretion for emergencies.
May 31st. Late submissions will not be accepted. Contact the tournament organizers early with any roster questions.
Divisions
Men's Divisions
All players on a men's division team must be male.
Women's Divisions
All players on a women's division team must be female.
Co-Ed Divisions
If offered, specific requirements will be outlined in sport-specific rules closer to the event.
Multi-Sport Participation
Multiple Sports Allowed
Players may participate in more than one sport during the tournament.
No Schedule Adjustments
The tournament schedule will not be modified for individual conflicts. Teams are responsible for arriving at their assigned courts on time.
Safety & Equipment
Prohibited During Play
- No hard or metal braces or equipment that could injure other players.
- No jewelry during play — earrings, necklaces, bracelets, or watches.
- No hats or headgear with hard components. Soft fabric headbands or rubber bands are permitted.
- Proper athletic footwear required. Non-marking shoes recommended depending on the venue.
Uniform Requirements
- Each team must have one light-colored and one dark-colored uniform set.
- Jerseys must have legible numbers — preferred on the back.
Scheduling & Communication
Check the Board
Game times and court assignments will be posted on the official tournament display board. Teams are responsible for checking schedules regularly.
Games Start On Time
All games begin at the scheduled time. Late arrival may result in forfeit. Plan to arrive early and warm up before your slot.
Officiating & Conduct
- Basketball and volleyball games will be officiated by referees. Referee decisions are final.
- Foul language, taunting, threats, or physical altercations will not be tolerated.
- Tournament staff or security may remove any player or spectator whose behavior disrupts the event.
Facility Rules
- All participants must follow the policies of the Schaumburg Park District Sport Center and Play N Thrive Badminton.
- Outside food and beverages may be restricted based on individual facility rules.
- Teams and players must bring their own equipment (balls/birdies) for warm-ups. Official game equipment will be provided as available.
- Bench and court areas are restricted to players, coaches, and authorized staff only.
Medical & Liability
First Aid Onsite
Basic first aid will be available onsite. Serious injuries will be referred to emergency services immediately.
Participation At Own Risk
PCNAK and the hosting facility are not responsible for lost or stolen items. Participation is at the player's own risk.
Notes for 2026
- Tournament formats (pool play, brackets), match lengths, and full schedules will be finalized once registration closes.
- Sport-specific rules will be shared closer to the event date.
Sports Offered in 2026
For questions, contact the tournament organizers at https://pcnakchicago.org/contact/
Ready to Compete?
Rosters close May 31st. Submit your team registration now to secure your spot.
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View Guidelines
1. Player Eligibility
- All players must be registered attendees of PCNAK 2026 and must check in with their conference badge before playing.
- Anyone without a valid conference badge is not eligible to participate.
2. Team Eligibility and Roster Verification
PCNAK Sports Day is intended to be a church-based tournament. We want teams to compete with integrity while keeping the process simple and consistent for everyone.
Pastor Sign-Off Requirement (Eligibility Standard for 2026)
- Any player may participate as long as the team’s pastor (or designated church leadership) signs off on that player’s eligibility.
- The sign-off confirms the player is meaningfully connected to the church/fellowship represented by that team, including:
- The player has attended multiple services with that church/fellowship, and
- The player has served in some volunteer capacity (serve team, event support, ministry help, etc.).
- PCNAK will not “police” rosters beyond this standard. The pastor/church leadership carries responsibility for verifying eligibility in good faith.
Fairness Clause
- This same eligibility standard applies to every team and every region equally.
- Any church may include players under the same pastor-approved criteria, so no team is disadvantaged by stricter or looser enforcement.
Rosters
- Basketball & Volleyball: Maximum 14 players per team.
- Rosters should be submitted by the tournament deadline (to be announced).
- Once games begin, no roster additions (except at tournament director discretion for emergencies).
3. Divisions
- Men’s divisions: all players must be male.
- Women’s divisions: all players must be female.
- Co-ed divisions (if offered): requirements will be listed in the sport-specific rules.
4. Multi-Sport Participation
- Players may participate in more than one sport, but the schedule will not be adjusted to accommodate conflicts.
- Teams are responsible for arriving at their game locations on time.
5. Safety and Equipment
- No hard/metal braces or gear that could injure other players.
- No jewelry during play (earrings, necklaces, bracelets, watches, etc.).
- No hats or headgear with hard components; soft headbands/rubber bands are allowed.
- Proper athletic shoes required (non-marking recommended depending on venue).
- Uniforms: each team must have both a light and dark uniform option.
- Jerseys must have legible numbers (preferred: on the back).
6. Scheduling and Communication
- Game times and court assignments will be posted on the official tournament display/board.
- Teams are responsible for checking schedules regularly.
- Games start on time; late arrival may result in forfeit.
7. Officiating and Conduct
- Games will be officiated by trained referees (venue permitting).
- Referee decisions are final.
- No foul language, taunting, threats, or physical altercations.
- Tournament staff/security may remove any player or spectator for behavior that disrupts the event.
8. Facility Rules
- Outside food/drinks may be restricted based on the venue’s policy.
- Teams must bring their own warm-up balls; official game balls will be provided (as available).
- Benches/court areas are restricted to players, coaches, and authorized staff.
9. Medical and Liability
- Participation is at the player’s own risk.
- Basic first aid will be available; serious injuries will be directed to emergency services.
- PCNAK and the facility are not responsible for lost or stolen items.
10. Notes for 2026
- Final formats (pool play/brackets), match lengths, and schedules will be set based on registration totals.
- Optional sports (e.g., pickleball/badminton) may be offered depending on space and interest.
- Sport-specific rules will be shared closer to the event.
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