Tournament Sanctioning Form-2025

The Saskatchewan Soccer Association (SSA) is the governing body for soccer in Saskatchewan. In this  role, the SSA is entrusted by the statutes of FIFA and the constitution of the Canadian Soccer Association  (CSA) with the mandate of governing, fostering, developing and promoting soccer in Saskatchewan. 

As  an organization, the SSA is committed to the CSA’s Long Term Player Development (LTPD) Model;  Wellness to World Cup (W2WC) and Canada Soccer Grassroots Standards. The underlying principles of  LTPD are based heavily on providing developmentally appropriate sport through a player-centered approach. These principles commit the SSA and our Member Organizations and Entities running  sanctioned tournaments to place the development, safety, enjoyment and well-being of the individual  participant above all else when delivering these competitions. 

In order to ensure all competitions within Saskatchewan observe these principles, the SSA has developed  a series of standards for tournaments. These standards are designed to ensure participants have the  opportunity to compete in a developmentally appropriate environment conducive to maximizing their  potential and showcasing their abilities. While tournaments are valuable social events for participants and  have become essential fundraisers to support the many high quality initiatives taking place, within the  host MO/Entities this value cannot come at the expense of the participants. By applying for sanctioning,  Tournament Organizers agree to abide by ALL SSA Tournament Sanctioning Policies and meet ALL SSA  Required Tournament Sanctioning Standards. Tournaments that fail to meet these standards will be  subject to discipline as outlined in this document and/or the SSA Discipline Policy. 

It is the belief of the SSA that all participants should have the opportunity to participate in developmentally  appropriate Safe Sport within a Respectful Game Time Environment. SSA is committed to ensuring all  competitive structures within Saskatchewan are aligned to these guiding principles.