Hearts FC Scottish Premiership Invitational Tournaments

Easter 2020 Hearts FC Invitational 2020

Your team will experience competing against some of the best youth players in the World as they compete in the Hearts FC Invitational.

Hearts FC have invited top Academy teams from around the world to compete in a group stage format leading to finals. Your team will compete in a four team group against UK and European Academy teams.

The tournament setting of the will ensure your team will compete at the highest level facilities against top Academy teams.

The high level tournament will ensure a tremendous level of competition and development for all players.

2 AM Sports Tours – Hearts Invitational Tournament, Easter 2020 Pro Academy Teams

The Hearts FC Invitational Tournaments feature elite level academy teams from the EPL, SPFL and Europe. Below are some of the teams who have committed to participate.

Arsenal FC Liverpool FC Juventus Borussia Dortmund

Celtic FC Hearts FC Rangers FC Aberdeen FC

3 AM Sports Tours – Hearts Invitational Tournament, Easter 2020 Elite Facilities

Oriam is the performance base for both ’s National Football Team and the home of Scottish Premiership club, Heart of Midlothian FC.

Oriam has hosted English Premiership Teams including Everton, Liverpool and Newcastle, international teams including Belgium and Uruguay and numerous other Professional sides.

Oriam, Scotland’s National Football Training Centre, offers visiting teams the following elite facilities;

• Three pitches • An additional six high quality pitches • comprehensive strength and conditioning centre • An additional three fitness centres • Onsite private dining facilities • Private analysis suite • Private medical centre and Hydrotherapy facility • On-site 4 star Marriott hotel

4 AM Sports Tours – Hearts Invitational Tournament, Easter 2020 “I cannot speak highly enough of the tournament. We would be delighted to return and we are looking forward to that opportunity.”

Adam Pilling, Arsenal FC 2005 Head Coach

5 AM Sports Tours – Hearts Invitational Tournament, Easter 2020 Hearts FC Invitational Tournament dates

2006 Boys 2005 Boys 2007 Boys Tour dates: Tour dates: Tour dates: Friday 3rd – Friday 10th - Friday 17th – Thursday 9th April 2020 Thursday 16th April 2020 Thursday 23rd April 2020

Age Group: Age Group: Age Group: 2006 Boys and under 2005 Boys and under 2007 Boys and under

Location: Location: Location: Oriam, Oriam, Oriam, , Scotland Edinburgh, Scotland Edinburgh, Scotland

6 AM Sports Tours – Hearts Invitational Tournament, Easter 2020 Hearts FC Invitational Tournament 2019 Hearts FC Invitational Tournament Format The format is as follows: • Guaranteed to play 6 games • 40 minutes (20 minutes per half)

DAY 1 DAY 2

Group A Group B Group 1 Group 2 Arsenal FC Juventus Winner of A 2nd of A Celtic FC Rangers FC Winner of B 2nd of A Team 3 Team 3 Winner of C 2nd of A Team 4 Team 4 Winner of D 2nd of A

Group C Group D Group 3 Group 4 Liverpool FC Borussia Dortmund 3rd of A 4th of A Hearts FC Aberdeen FC 3rd of B 4th of B Team 3 Team 3 3rd of C 4th of C Team 4 Team 4 3rd of D 4th of D

Each team plays each other within their group Each team plays each other within their group Teams are then ranked At the end there is a winner of: Group 1 = Champions Cup | Group 2 = Premier Cup Group 3 = 3rd Tier Cup | Group 4 = 4th Tier Cup

8 AM Sports Tours – Hearts Invitational Tournament, Easter 2020 “From the moment we arrived it was clear it was going to be well organised.”

Tony Ryan, Liverpool FC 2005 Coach

9 AM Sports Tours – Hearts Invitational Tournament, Easter 2020 Watch Live SPL

Scotland is home to some of soccer’s greatest rivalries and these matches create an atmosphere that is known around the world as some of the best.

This passion is seen across Scottish football and our Scotland Tours offer players and parents the opportunity to experience the atmosphere of live pre-season matches.

“I’ve been fortunate to play in some great in Europe with Barcelona but none compare to Celtic. The atmosphere their fans create make it a very special European night of football.”

Lionel Messi

10 AM Sports Tours – Hearts Invitational Tournament, Easter 2020 AM Sports Tours Staff

The AM Sports Tours staff that will accompany the group on the tour will ensure that you arrive in Europe with the knowledge that you will be well taken care of.

Our staff are unique in that we are soccer people doing travel and not travel agents doing soccer. The passion for the game and ensuring you have a truly unforgettable experience is at the forefront of every part of the tour - before, during and after.

Our staff are easily available pre-tour to assist with registration and any other queries you may have. Our aim to make you as comfortable as possible as we are aware that for some it is the first time outside of the USA and for others, they are bringing their whole family.

We provide a number of staff members to coordinate and deliver the tour when you arrive and all have vast experience in the destinations dealing with groups of all sizes.

We hope that you leave not only with unforgettable memories of the tour but also with new friends made with families you didn’t know and the AM Sports staff!

11 AM Sports Tours – Hearts Invitational Tournament, Easter 2020 Courtyard Marriott Edinburgh

The chosen hotel is the Courtyard Edinburgh West, a brand-new hotel located in Edinburgh, Scotland.

The hotel offers an accessible location near the training pitches and 4-star accommodation. Experience a seamless check-in at our contemporary lobby, which is also home to The Avenue, our all-day casual dining destination.

All of the en-suite rooms boast all the expected amenities including complimentary Wi-Fi internet access. The hotel has nearby local attractions include Heriot-Watt University, BT Stadium and Edinburgh Zoo and is only a short ride into the city.

With its location and quality, this hotel is an ideal base for the group.

12 AM Sports Tours – Hearts Invitational Tournament, Easter 2020 Schedule - 2006 category

Morning Afternoon Evening

Depart from Airport close to Friday 3rd you for flight to Scotland April 2020

Arrive at Edinburgh Airport and be Check into the hotel and Head back to the hotel and enjoy Saturday 4th met by your AM Sports Tours liaison. enjoy lunch on arrival a welcome evening meal and April 2020 introduction to the week ahead Transfer by private bus to hotel Head to the stadium to soak accommodation in Edinburgh up the pre-match atmosphere before watch a live SPFL game (game schedule dependent)

Breakfast at the hotel then International Friendly Game Enjoy some time in Edinburgh Sunday 5th take some time to prepare vs. Scottish Opposition of for sightseeing and shopping April 2020 for the warm up games. similar standard in preparation before heading back to the hotel for the tournament to enjoy an evening meal Early pre-match lunch then head to the pitches to warm up for the game

Breakfast at the accommodation Lunch then make the short journey Evening meal in the city before Monday 6th then make the short journey to into the city of Edinburgh to explore heading back to the hotel to relax April 2020 the Oriam high level training this stunning capital. Visit the facilities for training session famous and enjoy the atmosphere of the Royal Mile Enjoy a Q&A with Hearts FC staff after training

13 AM Sports Tours – Hearts Invitational Tournament, Easter 2020 Schedule

Morning Afternoon Evening

Breakfast at the hotel then head to Lunch then take some time Group game 3 vs. Pro opposition Tuesday 7th the Oriam for the first group games to relax at the hotel April 2020 of the Hearts FC Invitational Post-match evening meal Group game 2 vs. Pro opposition Group game 1 vs. Pro opposition

Breakfast at the hotel then head Lunch then take some time Finals group game 3 vs. Wednesday to the Oriam for the Finals of to relax at the hotel Professional Opposition 8th April 2020 the Hearts FC Invitational Finals group game 2 vs. Pro opposition Closing ceremony followed by Finals group game 1 vs. Post-match evening meal Professional Opposition

Breakfast at the accommodation Arrive home after a fantastic Thursday 9th before departing for the airport AM Sports Tours experience! April 2020

14 AM Sports Tours – Hearts Invitational Tournament, Easter 2020 Inclusions & Price • 5 nights accommodation at the • Tour planning and coordination Courtyard Marriott, Edinburgh • Water at training and games • Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily • All laundry of playing kit • All transport by private bus and local transport • Medical support during the tournament

• Oriam facilities for training sessions • Videography and photography of the event

• International friendly matches in • AM Sports Tours liaison Scotland with all related fees assigned to your team

• Hearts FC Invitational entry • Easy to use online registration (6 games guaranteed) system that is fully automated

• Access to SPFL club first team • AM Sports Tours El Clasico Fundraiser and academy facilities • Full Liability insurance cover to • Opening Ceremony at Tynecastle Stadium the amount of $10m dollars

• Tickets to attend a live SPFL game (schedule dependent) NOT INCLUDED

• Entry to Edinburgh Castle • International flight

• individual travel insurance

15 AM Sports Tours -– SLSGHearts Barcelona Invitational Soccer Tournament, Tour 2018 Easter 2020 World-class service

We believe we create world-class experiences, but don’t just take our word for it listen to what our client have to say...

“From the hotel, quality of pitches, level of service from AM Sports, proximity of the hotel to Oriam - we have been overwhelmed! The competition has been spot on and has been a lovely blend, which has challenged our boys in many different ways. I cannot speak highly enough of the tournament. We would be delighted to return and we are looking forward to that opportunity.”

Adam Pilling, Arsenal FC 2005 Head Coach

“The Oriam is excellent. From the moment we arrived it was clear it was going to be well organised. We are lucky enough to be invited to many tournaments and this one is very special. The hotel is outstanding, which you can see by the surroundings and facilities. AM Sports have been excellent from the moment we arrived, communication of the schedule, smooth transport to and from the Oriam - fantastic! The level of the tournament, facilities, hotel and service - it’s something we would definitely like to come back to.”

Tony Ryan, Liverpool FC 2005 Coach

16 AM Sports Tours – Hearts Invitational Tournament, Easter 2020 Contact us for more information: Ross Grant Tournament Coordinator

e: [email protected] t: +44 (0) 7531 340 153

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