Inclement Conditions
In the case of certain weather conditions (such as lightning, rain, etc.), the field usage is at the discretion of the facility operators and in some cases, may not be used. The fields will immediately close if standing water is visible on the fields, or if the ground is severely saturated from heavy rain. Severe weather such as thunderstorms, snow, and tornadoes, may cause the complex to shut down as well. The facility and our medical staff monitor the weather 24 hours a day and uses the following policy: Fields will be evacuated if lightning is detected within a certain radius of the facility. In the event that fields need to be evacuated, staff and the facility will notify attendees. At this point all players, coaches, spectators, and staff will need to clear the fields as quickly as possible. The safest location for people to go is in a hard-topped car with the windows up. The fields will remain closed until the lightning has cleared the predetermined radius. Tourney Machine updates, emails, and staff will indicate when it is safe to return to the fields. The facility and our event staff will evaluate the conditions of the fields and ultimately make the decision to continue, postpone or cancel the day's events.
Weather Updates
Should tournament play be halted due to severe weather, the tournament organizers will send text messages/emails via the tourney machine app. It is highly recommended that all club directors, coaches, and parents download this app to their phone so they can have all the most up to date information. To get the app, go to www.tourneymachine.com and search for the tournament name.
Abbreviated Schedules Due to Inclement Weather
Should games be delayed due to weather, tournament organizers will shorten games and half times to catch up to the regular schedule. In the event that the facility closes down their fields completely, 3d Lacrosse will publish a revised schedule to accommodate as many games as possible at alternate locations. Please note there are no alternate rain dates, and no refunds will be issued due to weather related adjustments or cancellations.