The John Buca Stratford CT Memorial
Masters Tournament
"Skill, strategy, and the pure joy of playing soccer with friends."
Play the Game
We All Love
The goal of the John Buca Stratford CT Memorial Masters Tournament is to play soccer and enjoy the game we all love. The focus is on intelligent play, respect for the game and physical longevity.
We aim to eliminate the reckless aggression of youth soccer and replace it with a tournament structure that values skill, strategy and the pure joy of playing soccer with our friends and colleagues.
This is a non-profit event. All proceeds will be donated to the Stratford General Hospital Foundation Surgical Department.
Read the Legend →How It Works
6v6 + Goalie
Small-sided matches on Cowan Turf Field. Two fields running simultaneously across the full pitch using small nets.
50-Minute Games
Straight 50 minutes with a 2–3 minute halftime break to switch ends. No added time for stoppages.
Round Robin + Knockout
Two groups, minimum 3 games each. 3 pts for a win, 1 for a draw. Top teams advance to knockout rounds.
Team Rosters
Each team has a Team Representative. Rosters submitted before the first game. Late registrations accepted game day with payment.
$50 Entry Fee
E-transfer to dmtflo@gmail.com. No cash or cheque. Full refund if tournament cancelled or player withdraws before first game.
Safety First
No heading, no slide tackles, no ground play. Goalies stay in the 6m area. Modified FIFA rules designed for longevity.
Stratford General Hospital
Foundation Surgical Department
This is a non-profit event. Every dollar raised through tournament fees goes directly to the Stratford General Hospital Foundation Surgical Department. Play the game you love and support your community hospital.
Register & Donate — $50Cowan Turf Field
Address
Festival Hydro Park, 1030 Erie St
Stratford, Ontario N4Z 0A1
Parking
Parking is on the south side of the Cowan Turf Field.
Washrooms
Located at the back of the clubhouse (red large building on Dunn Road).
Please Note
No changerooms available. No food or drink at the field. No smoking, vaping, or alcohol on facilities (City of Stratford direction). Bring your own water and snacks.
Hotels
Need accommodation? Contact Darren at dmtflo@gmail.com for event rates.