Presentation

In Igualada, something great is about to happen, neither more nor less than the Sparta Kids `26. The International Inline hockey tournament that arrives for the 10 times in Igualada. We want to bring the best players and the best Inline teams. The generation that is going to set a new style. A matchless occasion to see the authentic promises of this sport, finding in this competition, a sublime showcase to leave their business card. It is necessary to be prepared for the best thing of each. Every game will present delicious exhibitions of all participants, breaking the shell, defying time, anticipating movements and scoring incredible goals. Welcome to SPARTA KIDS!

Sparta Kids

Many years ago, Spartans, Persians and Egyptians fought for different causes and reasons. Whereas they looked for the global conquest and fought for their freedom and honor. Only the best soldiers engaged in this battle.

The Battle

History tells that in the battle of Thermopiles, three hundreds Spartans could resist ten thousand Persians during several days. Row after row the Persians crashed against the spears and Spartan’s shields without these yielded a centimeter. In spite of the serious numerical disadvantage, Leónidas and his men had a minimum number of losses, whereas the losses of the Jerjes army - although very small in proportion to his forces - blow for the moral of his troops. During the nights, Leónidas used to say to his men: “Jerjes has many men, but no soldier”. Frustrated and impatient, Jerjes sent to the front ten thousand Immortal ones (his elite force). Whenever an Immortal one fell, another one ran to replace it, staying in the fixed amount of ten thousand men. Nevertheless, the results were the same. The Persians died and there were only hundreds left. The moral of the army decayed and the Spartans did not show fatigue signs. The battle lasted five days and the Persians were able to defeat the Spartan feared ones, but these had already delayed remarkably the Persian advance, decimating the moral of their army, causing considerable losses and giving time to the other Spartans to evacuate their cities and to prepare the defense. During this time a great army was reunited that later would bring victory in the battle field of Platea by earth and in Salamina by sea. After which the Persian aspirations to dominate the Hélade were exhausted and the Spartans stayed baptized for all time as the best soldiers!

Sparta Cup Organization

We have worked very hard organizing this event and would love everyone’s support! Having the best teams in Europe would make this event very exciting and memorable! Carles Benito, Director of Sparta Kids says: “It is a very hard game and only the authentic soldiers will be able to raise the Championship Cup”.

Sparta Kids

The International junior tournament dated to the Easter Week in Igualada, has the ambition to unit team from all over the world competing in 12 different categories.

Selection Process

Our athletes hail from across the United States, and we do not use a traditional tryout system to form our teams. Instead, our coaching staff conducts thorough research on each applicant to ensure thoughtful and strategic placement. We take pride in doing our homework before making any decisions.

 IF YOU ARE INTERESTED AND AVAILABLE FOR THE SPARTA CUP, PLEASE FILL OUT A PLAYER APPLICATION BELOW

APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL JANUARY 1ST, 2026!

Player Price: TBD 

Payment Plans Will Be Available

✅ What’s Included in the Price

Duration: Wednesday to Monday (5 Days)

Accommodation & Meals

• 5-night hotel stay (Wednesday–Monday)

• Daily breakfast (5 days)

• 8 restaurant meals (Wednesday dinner to Sunday lunch)

Logistics & Support

• Transportation during the event

• Bottled water provided at all games

• General assistance and information desk

• Ambulance on-site throughout the tournament

Player Gear & Coaching

• Team uniforms and apparel

• Sparta Welcome Pack for each player

• Professional coaching staff

• Wednesday GM briefing at Les Comes Sport Complex

Tournament Participation

• Entry into Sparta Kids tournament

• 5–6 matches per team

• Three Stilmat rinks at Igualada Sports Complex

• Stilmat pucks for warm-ups and games

• Official referees (FIRS & IIHF)

• Trophies and medals for top 3 teams in each category

• Prizes for best players in each category

Media & Coverage

• Live HD streaming of all matches

• All games uploaded to YouTube in HD

• Slow-motion video highlights

• Photos from the tournament

Stats & Tracking

• Real-time match tracking and stats (stats.spartacup.com)

• Regular updates on the official tournament website

Extras & Community

• Sparta Village with hockey shops (personal spending items)

• “Peluches Day” with Toys Without Borders – A toy, a smile

PRICES FOR SUPPORTERS & FAMILY MEMBERS: TBD

Payment Plans Will Be Available

✅ What’s Included in the Price

• Hotel accommodations from Wednesday to Monday (5 nights)

• Daily breakfast from Wednesday to Monday (5 days)

• 8 restaurant meals from Wednesday dinner through Sunday lunch

• Transportation throughout the event

• Family and supporters will stay in comfortable 3-star hotels

❌ What’s Not Included in the Price

• Airfare to and from Spain

• Alcoholic beverages

• Additional beverages & food such as snacks, or optional meals

• Personal spending items