What to buy for an anniversary korfball tournament

An anniversary korfball tournament needs more than balls and prizes. You will also need a clear registration point, match-day equipment, refreshments, seating, power and basic first aid. Use the quantities on your confirmed team list to scale food, drinks, bibs and seating before you shop. Check borrowed equipment at least one week before the tournament, because pumps, ball needles, extension cords and spare whistles are easy to overlook.

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What to bring

Grouped the way you'd shop for it, with quantities.

Furniture

Party tentqty 2
Foldable tablesqty 10
Folding chairsqty 80
Beer tablesqty 6
Registration desk
Coat racksqty 2

Sports equipment

Korfball postsqty 8
Korfball hoopsqty 8
Korfballsqty 12
Field marking conesqty 40
Field linesqty 4
Whistlesqty 8
Scoreboardsqty 4
Competition bibsqty 40
Spare pumpsqty 2
Ball needlesqty 10
First aid kit
Ice packsqty 12
Athletic tapeqty 8

Equipment

Speakerqty 2
Microphone
Microphone stand
Extension cordsqty 6
Power stripsqty 4
Coolersqty 6
Coffee machinesqty 2
Kettlesqty 2
Thermos flasksqty 6
Rechargeable work lightsqty 4

Tableware

Reusable cupsqty 150
Coffee cupsqty 80
Platesqty 120
Forksqty 120
Knivesqty 120
Spoonsqty 100
Serving spoonsqty 12
Small bowlsqty 20
Coffee spoonsqty 80

Kitchen

Cutting boardsqty 4
Chef's knivesqty 4
Serving plattersqty 12
Scissorsqty 4
Can openersqty 2
Aluminum foilqty 2
Cling filmqty 2

Decorations

Balloonsqty 150
Balloon ribbonqty 2
Anniversary bannerqty 2
Buntingqty 8
Tableclothsqty 12
Team table signsqty 8
Table decorationsqty 10
Trophiesqty 4
Medal ribbonsqty 80

Lighting

String lightsqty 4
Batteriesqty 24

Cleaning

Waste binsqty 8
Trash bag holdersqty 8
Broomqty 3
Dustpan and brushqty 3
Mopsqty 3
Bucketsqty 3
Cleaning glovesqty 6
Microfiber clothsqty 20
Hand soap dispensersqty 4
Paper towel dispensersqty 4

Catering

Groceries
- Coffee - 3 packs
- Tea - 4 boxes
- Sugar - 2 packs
- Milk - 12 liters
- Oat milk - 4 liters
- Coffee cream - 4 tubs
- Tea sweeteners - 2 boxes
- Stir sticks - 200 pieces
- Cola - 12 bottles
- Cola Zero - 12 bottles
- Orange soda - 8 bottles
- Iced tea - 8 bottles
- Spa Blauw - 12 bottles
- Spa Rood - 6 bottles
- Apple juice - 6 packs
- Orange juice - 6 cartons
- Alcohol-free beer - 4 crates
- Beer - 8 crates
- Rosé - 8 bottles
- White wine - 8 bottles
- Red wine - 4 bottles
- Bubbles - 6 bottles
- Ice cubes - 20 bags
- Mini rolls - 180 pieces
- Bread rolls - 80 pieces
- Currant buns - 60 pieces
- Butter - 4 packets
- Margarine - 4 tubs
- Mild cheese - 3 kilograms
- Cooked ham - 2 kilograms
- Chicken breast slices - 2 kilogram
- Hummus - 6 tubs
- Cream cheese - 6 tubs
- Cucumber - 12 pieces
- Tomatoes - 5 kilograms
- Lettuce - 8 heads
- Bell peppers - 12
- Arugula - 6 bags
- Eggs - 60 pieces
- Mayonnaise - 3 bottles
- Ketchup - 3 bottles
- Mustard - 2 jars
- Curry - 2 bottles
- Paprika chips - 8 bags
- Plain chips - 8 bags
- Tortilla chips - 8 bags
- Snacks - 6 bags
- Nut mix - 4 bags
- Popcorn - 6 bags
- Apples - 100 pieces
- Bananas - 80 pieces
- Grapes - 8 kilograms
- Oranges - 60 pieces
- Muesli bars - 100 pieces
- Currant buns individually - 60 pieces
- Chocolate cookies - 8 packs
- Vanilla cookies - 8 packs
- Brownies - 100 pieces
- Anniversary cake - 2 cakes
- Whipped cream - 10 cans
- Vegetarian wraps - 40 pieces
- Vegan sandwiches - 30 pieces
- Gluten-free rolls - 20 pieces
- Vegetarian cheese - 1 kilogram
- Vegan spreadable cheese - 4 tubs
- Olives - 4 jars
- Pickles - 3 jars
- Snack tomatoes - 4 kilograms
- Napkins - 400 pieces
- Paper towels - 8 rolls
- Toilet paper - 24 rolls
- Trash bags - 50 pieces
- Hand soap - 4 bottles
- Hand sanitizer - 6 bottles
- Dish soap - 3 bottles
- Dishwasher tablets - 40 pieces
- All-purpose cleaner - 3 bottles
- Toilet cleaner - 3 bottles
- Sponges - 12 pieces
- Aluminum foil - 3 rolls
- Cling film - 3 rolls
- Freezer bags - 2 boxes
- Labels for dietary meals - 100 pieces

Tips

Count players, referees and volunteers separately before ordering catering. Plan at least one drink per person per hour, plus extra coffee, tea and water for the registration and waiting areas.
Prepare one competition bib for every player who may be on court at the same time, with at least 10% extra for late changes or damaged bibs. Keep the bibs at the registration desk with team assignments.
Bring at least two spare pumps and several ball needles. A tournament can stop quickly when balls lose pressure and nobody has the right needle to refill them.
Test the speaker, microphone and microphone stand at the venue at least 24 hours beforehand. Pack extension cords, power strips and rechargeable work lights together so the announcer and registration desk are not left without power.
Set aside one first aid kit, several ice packs and athletic tape where volunteers can reach them within one minute. Check dietary requirements before ordering food, not when teams arrive.

Frequently asked questions

How many korfballs do I need for an anniversary tournament?: Plan for at least one match ball per active court, plus 2 to 4 spare balls for warm-ups, substitutions and damaged equipment. Add two spare pumps and several ball needles to the shopping or borrowing list.
How much food and drink should I buy for a korfball tournament?: Use the confirmed number of players, referees and volunteers as your base. Allow at least one drink per person per hour, and order enough food for the full tournament schedule plus roughly 10% extra for late additions.
How many competition bibs are needed?: Prepare one bib for every player who could be on court at the same time. Add at least 10% extra, so a group of 40 active players would need 44 bibs.
When should I check the tournament shopping list?: Do a first equipment check at least one week before the event and a final check 24 hours before setup. Confirm catering and dietary requirements no later than 3 to 5 days beforehand, depending on the supplier.

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