Following
the application of the Spanish Floorball Federation and the decision taken by
the Central Board of IFF to grant the organisation to said Federation, an
inspection trip was carried out by the Chairman of the RACC.
The
tournament will be played in Leganes, a city “linked” with Madrid.
Two arenas
are at disposal, both with the required equipment according to the organisation
regulations of IFF. The Olympic arena (for preliminary matches) has a capacity
of 700 spectators with the necessary amount of dressing rooms and other
facilities, as well as the arena Europa which is of high standard. Capacity
4000 spectators, also with more than sufficient rooms available. The
infrastructure is first class.
The
competition may be played in one arena! To be decided later on. The organiser
will have to deal with this question
with the authorities.
Sufficient
hotels (3 to 5 stars) are within the vicinity. 5 minutes from the arena the
hotel for officials and referees will be chosen. A Youth Hostel is
approximately at 20 minutes from the arenas.
As it is
custom for the teams, the referees’ and IFF officials. Coach for teams and cars
for the referees’ and officials.
The
Federation and the organisation of the World-Cup have very good connections to
the local authority and will get the arenas free of charge.
However it
is of utmost importance, that a floor, a rink and hopefully also cages will
have to be put at disposal.
As far as
sponsoring is concerned, floorball is still an “unknown” sport, although
already very popular at universities and schools. The support of IFF is therefore
essential.
Matches
An
intensive discussion took place in connection with the organisation of the
matches. Support will be given, in particular as far as the secretariat is
concerned.
According
to the Regulations for competitions for national teams.
1st
round Wednesday 2nd round Thursday 3rd
round Friday
semi-finals
and matches for 5th, an 7th places Saturday
Final and
match for 3rd place Sunday
In separate
meetings all aspects in connection with the organisation of such an event were
discussed. A relevant questionnaire was put forward and gone through!
The
responsible of the Spanish federation are very keen to promote floorball in
Spain and are also competent in staging this IFF-event. Periodically the head
of the organisation will be in contact with IFF (Chairman of the RACC and/or
General Secretary of IFF) in order to inform about the progress of the
preparation work. Support will be given at any time needed.
Just before
the beginning of the event a course for referees and referees observer will be
staged. The SUHV will be involved and will put the necessary person at
disposal!
It is
essential that from IFF experienced persons will be present in particular also
in view of the (new) nations taking part not being so familiar with the smooth
running of an IFF-competition.
I’m
convinced that we will enjoy a splendid World Cup.
Berne,
November 12th, 2003-12-01
Renato
Orlando
Chairman of
the RACC