What you need for a korfball tournament

A korfball tournament needs more than posts, hoops and balls. You also need enough field-marking gear for every court, spare equipment for interruptions, and a practical refreshment setup for players, referees and volunteers. Use the registration numbers and court layout to set quantities before shopping. Check power, weather protection and serving equipment at least a few days ahead, because these are easy to overlook and difficult to replace on tournament day.

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What to bring

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

Sports equipment

Korfball postsqty 4
Korfball hoopsqty 4
Korfballsqty 12
Spare ballsqty 4
Field marking conesqty 40
Field linesqty 4
Whistlesqty 8
Scoreboardsqty 4
Team bibsqty 40
Pumpsqty 2

Furniture

Tablesqty 8
Chairsqty 40
Party tentsqty 2
Changing room benchesqty 8

Equipment

Coolersqty 4
Coffee machinesqty 2
Kettlesqty 2
Speakersqty 2
Microphone
Extension cordsqty 4
Power stripsqty 4

Lighting

String lightsqty 4
Outdoor spotsqty 4

Tableware

Reusable cupsqty 120
Reusable platesqty 80
Reusable cutleryqty 100
Coffee cupsqty 50

Kitchen

Serving traysqty 6
Cutting boardsqty 3
Kitchen knivesqty 3
Thermos flasksqty 4
Water jugsqty 6

Decorations

Buntingqty 6
Tournament banner
Trophiesqty 3
Medalsqty 40

Cleaning

Waste binsqty 8
Broom and dustpanqty 3
Mopsqty 3
Cleaning bucketsqty 3
First aid kit

Catering

Groceries
- Coffee - 2 packs
- Tea - 3 boxes
- Sugar - 1 kilo
- Milk - 6 liters
- Oat milk - 2 liter
- Coffee creamer - 2 packs
- Cola - 8 bottles
- Cola Zero - 6 bottles
- Sinas - 4 bottles
- Ice tea - 4 bottles
- Spa Blauw - 10 bottles
- Spa Rood - 6 bottles
- Sports drink - 24 bottles
- Apple juice - 3 packs
- Orange juice - 3 cartons
- Beer - 6 crates
- Alcohol-free beer - 2 crates
- Paprika chips - 4 bags
- Plain chips - 4 bags
- Tortilla chips - 4 bags
- Salted peanuts - 3 bags
- Mixed nuts - 3 bags
- Bitterballen - 4 boxes
- Vegetarian bitterballen - 2 boxes
- Mini frikandellen - 3 boxes
- Vegetarian snacks - 2 boxes
- Mini pizzas - 5 boxes
- Sandwiches - 80 pieces
- Pistolets - 40 pieces
- Young cheese - 2 kilos
- Back ham - 1.5 kilos
- Chicken breast fillet - 1,5 kilo
- Hummus - 6 tubs
- Cucumber - 6 pieces
- Tomatoes - 2 kilos
- Lettuce - 4 heads
- Apples - 5 kilo
- Bananas - 4 kilos
- Grapes - 3 kilos
- Mayonnaise - 2 bottles
- Ketchup - 2 bottles
- Mustard - 2 jars
- Butter - 3 tubs
- Napkins - 500 pieces
- Baking paper - 2 rolls
- Aluminum foil - 2 rolls
- Plastic wrap - 2 rolls
- Paper towels - 6 rolls
- Trash bags - 3 rolls
- Dish soap - 2 bottles
- All-purpose cleaner - 2 bottles
- Disinfectant wipes - 4 packs
- Toilet paper - 4 packs

Tips

Count one match ball per active court, then add at least two spare balls for the tournament. Check that every pump has a working needle before teams arrive.
Prepare one whistle and one scoreboard for each active court, plus at least one spare whistle. Put field-marking cones and lines together in clearly labelled kits so volunteers can set up quickly.
Plan one reusable cup per expected guest for each serving round, or use a collection and washing system if cups will be reused. Bring extra coffee cups for referees, volunteers and early arrivals.
Set up one refreshment point with coolers, serving trays, cutting boards and kitchen knives before the first match. Do not leave coffee machines and kettles until the last minute: confirm the available sockets, extension cords and power strips in advance.
Have weather cover ready for the equipment and refreshment areas, not just the spectators. Party tents, outdoor spots and string lights are useful only if you also check that they can be safely secured and powered.

Frequently asked questions

How many korfballs do I need for a tournament?: Use one match ball per active court and keep at least two spare balls available. For three courts, prepare three match balls plus two spares, and check the pumps before setup.
What equipment is needed for each korfball court?: Allow for one pair of posts with hoops, one match ball, one whistle, one scoreboard and a set of field-marking equipment per court. Add at least one spare whistle and two spare balls for the whole tournament.
How much drinking equipment should I buy for a korfball tournament?: Prepare one reusable cup per person for each planned serving round, with a collection point if cups are reused. Add separate coffee cups for volunteers and referees, and set up coolers before teams arrive.
When should I prepare the shopping for a korfball tournament?: Check the full equipment and serving list at least 7 days before the tournament. Buy non-perishable supplies several days ahead, then confirm perishables, weather cover and power equipment 1 day before.

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