What you need for a korfball tournament

A korfball tournament needs more than balls and goals. You will also need equipment for marking and timing matches, tables for registration and refreshments, and enough cups, plates and drinks for the teams and volunteers. Check the venue’s existing supplies before you shop, especially for korfball posts, scoreboards, a printer and power access. This list helps you fill the gaps without leaving essentials until tournament morning.

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What to bring

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

Furniture

Tablesqty 10
Chairsqty 40
Beer tablesqty 6
Party tentsqty 2
Changing room benchesqty 8

Sports equipment

Korfball postsqty 8
Korfballsqty 12
Spare ballsqty 4
Conesqty 40
Field marking tapeqty 4
Whistlesqty 8
Team bibsqty 80
Scoreboardsqty 4
Game clocksqty 4
Stopwatchesqty 4
Team bagsqty 8
First aid kitsqty 2
Ice packsqty 8
Blanketsqty 2

Equipment

Laptop
Tablet
Printer
Extension cordsqty 4
Power stripsqty 4
Portable speakersqty 2
Microphone
Power banksqty 4

Tableware

Coffee cupsqty 60
Glassesqty 100
Mugsqty 40
Platesqty 100
Cutlery setsqty 100
Serving traysqty 8

Kitchen

Coffee machinesqty 2
Kettlesqty 2
Coolersqty 6
Thermos flasksqty 6
Cutting boardsqty 4
Kitchen knivesqty 4
Pliersqty 6
Scissorsqty 4

Decorations

Buntingqty 8
Balloonsqty 100
Team table numbersqty 8
Information boardsqty 6
Directional signsqty 8

Lighting

LED lampsqty 6
String lightsqty 4

Cleaning

Bucketsqty 4
Mopsqty 4
Broom setsqty 3
Dustpan and brushqty 3
Waste binsqty 8
Toilet brushesqty 4
Hand soap dispensersqty 6

Catering

Groceries
- Coffee - 2 packs
- Tea assortment - 4 boxes
- Sugar - 2 kilos
- Milk - 12 liters
- Oat milk - 4 liters
- Coffee creamer cups - 200 pieces
- Teaspoons - 100 pieces
- Cola - 12 bottles
- Cola Zero - 12 bottles
- Orange soda - 8 bottles
- Iced tea - 8 bottles
- Bitter lemon - 4 bottles
- Spa Blauw - 8 crates
- Spa Red - 3 crates
- Fruit juice - 8 packs
- Sports drink - 4 boxes
- Alcohol-free beer - 3 cases
- Beer - 5 crates
- White wine - 8 bottles
- Rosé - 6 bottles
- Paprika chips - 8 bags
- Plain chips - 8 bags
- Tortilla chips - 6 bags
- Salted breadsticks - 6 bags
- Savory nuts - 6 bags
- Popcorn - 4 bags
- Mini cucumbers - 4 kilos
- Cherry tomatoes - 4 kilos
- Carrots - 3 kilos
- Grapes - 4 kilos
- Apples - 50 pieces
- Bananas - 40 pieces
- Hummus - 10 tubs
- Garlic sauce - 4 bottles
- Mustard - 3 bottles
- Ketchup - 4 bottles
- Mayonnaise - 4 bottles
- Wraps - 100 pieces
- Whole wheat bread - 12 loaves
- White rolls - 100 pieces
- Currant buns - 60 pieces
- Sliced cheese - 4 kilos
- Ham - 3 kilos
- Chicken breast topping - 3 kilos
- Vegetarian spreads - 12 tubs
- Lettuce - 8 heads
- Cucumber - 12 pieces
- Tomatoes - 5 kilos
- Eggs - 60 pieces
- Vegetarian burgers - 40 pieces
- Hamburger buns - 40 pieces
- French fries - 15 kilo
- Mayonnaise portions - 200 pieces
- Ketchup packets - 200 pieces
- Salt - 1 kilo
- Pepper - 2 jars
- Paprika powder - 1 jar
- Sunflower oil - 5 liter
- Chocolate bars - 80 pieces
- Muesli bars - 100 pieces
- Ice lollies - 100 pieces
- Cake - 4 pieces
- Napkins - 500 pieces
- Paper cups - 300 pieces
- Paper snack trays - 300 pieces
- Aluminum foil - 2 rolls
- Cling film - 2 rolls
- Baking paper - 2 rolls
- Paper towels - 12 rolls
- Trash bags - 100 pieces
- Cleaning product - 4 bottles
- All-purpose cleaner - 4 bottles
- Dish soap - 4 bottles
- Sponges - 12 pieces
- Rubber gloves - 8 pairs
- Toilet paper - 48 rolls
- Hand soap - 6 bottles
- Hand sanitizer - 4 bottles
- Bandages - 4 boxes
- Disinfectant wipes - 4 packs
- Ice cubes - 20 kilo

Tips

Plan drinks by tournament length: allow roughly 2–3 drinks per person for the first hour, then 1 drink per person per hour, with extra water for players and referees. Chill them before teams arrive.
Count equipment per court, not per tournament. For each active court, check that you have two korfball posts, match balls, a scoreboard, a clock or stopwatch, whistles and enough cones or field-marking tape.
Prepare a registration and scoring station with a laptop or tablet, printer, extension cables, power strips and power banks. Print team lists and match forms before the day, and bring spare paper and ink.
Buy or pack food for the full schedule, including options for collected dietary requirements. Keep separate serving trays, plates, cutlery and cups ready so the refreshment area does not compete with match operations.
Do not leave weather protection until the last minute. Confirm partytents, tables, chairs and changing-room benches at least one week before the tournament, then check the forecast again 24 hours before setup.

Frequently asked questions

What equipment do I need for a korfball tournament?: For each court, plan on two korfball posts, at least one match ball plus a reserve, cones or field-marking tape, a whistle, a scoreboard and a timing device. Add team bibs, team bags and spare balls for busy tournament days.
How many drinks should I buy for a korfball tournament?: Use 2–3 drinks per person for the first hour and about 1 drink per person for every additional hour. Add extra water for players, referees and volunteers, especially in warm weather.
When should I buy supplies for a korfball tournament?: Buy non-perishable supplies and confirm borrowed equipment at least one week ahead. Purchase fresh food and ice one day before, and chill drinks several hours before the first match.
What should I bring for tournament registration and scores?: Bring a laptop or tablet, printer, extension cables, power strips, power banks, printed team lists and match forms. Pack spare paper and ink and set up the station at least 60 minutes before registration opens.

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