Tap Cancer Out Frequently Asked Questions
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How do I update/cancel my registration or change my weight class?
Unfortunately changes to registrations (like weight class, belt, or division) can NOT be done online. We manually make these changes on our end. Please message us through the chat box...
Video: How to Register (Individual)
Please turn on captions and/or turn UP the audio! This video will walk you through the basic steps to register as an individual (yourself or your child).
Video: Navigating a TCO Tournament Website
This video will walk you through all of the information you can find on our tournament website/landing pages and hopefully answer any questions you have!
Video: Attending A Tournament As a Coach
Curious what it’s like to coach at a Tap Cancer Out tournament? Our Academy Relationship Manager, Sarah, walks you through the full experience so you’re prepared for event day.
Video: What does "Create a Team" mean?
Experience the Tap Cancer Out BJJ Open as part of an Ambassador Team! This video walks you through that experience and what it takes to become an Ambassador Team.
Where is your office?
Headquartered in Shelton, CT. Mailing/Donation address: Tap Cancer Out, 1974 Carolina Place Dr Ste 104, Fort Mill, SC 29708.
What is your Tax ID / EIN?
We are a registered 501c3 nonprofit in Connecticut. Our EIN is 90-0694278.
What is the format / What are the rules of the TCO Charity Golf Classic?
Scramble tournament w/ shotgun start at 10:00am. All 4 tee off, choose best shot, and repeat. Further rules provided on the day. Mulligans available for purchase.
What happens if one, more, or all of our players can't make the golf tournament?
You can change players until one week prior. If the whole team withdraws, you are still responsible for the $800 fundraising minimum to earn perks.
What happens if we don't exceed the $800 fundraising minimum?
You'll owe the difference at check-in. For example, if you raised $750, you owe $50. If $0 raised, you owe the full $800.
What is the registration / greens fee for the TCO Charity Golf Classic?
Fees are $800 per foursome. Can be paid upfront or fundraised ($200 per player). Includes scramble golf, lunch, dinner, drinks, and raffles.
How does fundraising for the TCO Charity Golf Classic work?
Fundraising Ticket: Register at no upfront cost and commit to raising $800+. Paid Ticket: Pay $800 upfront. Foursomes get a single page. If minimum isn't met, pay the difference at...
I donated the wrong amount by accident. What do I do?
Message us or email help@tapcancerout.org. We'll refund the full amount so you can re-donate the correct sum.
Can a donation be refunded?
Donations are non-refundable but can be credited to the same competitor's next event or transferred to a different fundraiser in the same year. If amount was a mistake, email help@tapcancerout.org...
My child is EXTREMELY light/small for their age group. What do I do?
If they are 10+ lbs lighter than expected, contact us. We'll make a note for the Bracketing Team to address it on the day of the tournament after weigh-ins.
I Have a Youth (under 16) competitor who is already a Blue Belt. What do I do?
They can register for Adult Blue Belt if they are 15. If younger or preferred otherwise, contact us for case-by-case handling (they cannot compete in Teen Colored Belt divisions).
Transgender Athlete Policy
Biological females only in female divisions. Transgender athletes can compete in a separate exhibition match/division if opponents are willing, or compete in the appropriate male division. Contact registration@tapcancerout.org privately to...
Do you offer Masters divisions for Females?
Yes, as of 2024, Masters (30+) divisions are available for white, blue, and purple belt females. Brown/Black belts remain Adult (16+) but usually consist of 30+ aged competitors.
Will my son fight a girl? Will my daughter fight a boy? How do you split gender for Youth Competitors?
9 and Under: Mixed gender (will split if possible/div size allows). 10 and Up: Split by gender. If you want to move up in age/weight to avoid mixed divisions, contact...
How many matches will I get? Is your tournament Single or Double-Elimination? Here's your breakdown of how we bracket.
As of 2024, all TCO events are DOUBLE ELIMINATION. Youth: 2 comps = best 2-of-3; 3 = Round Robin; 4 = Single Elims w/ 3rd place match; 5+ = Double...
Where can I see the brackets or competitor lists?
BRACKETS: We never post the brackets in advance. They are always in flux due to weight changes and no-shows, and are only finalized moments before launch. COMPETITOR LISTS: These are...
What are your tie-breakers for Round Robin divisions?
Below is the hierarchy of tie-breakers to determine the results: Overall record; Head-to-head record; # of wins by submission; # of wins by points; # of wins by advantages; #...
May I wear a rashguard, undershirt, or spats?
In short, you MAY wear a rashguard under your Gi. You may NOT wear a t-shirt or ankle-length spats under your Gi. {Gi} Rashguards are OPTIONAL for all competitors. Spats...
May I wear a brace on one of my joints?
Only braces made purely of fabric (ex: elbow or knee sleeves) are allowed in competition. Nothing with metal or plastic pieces are allowed. If you are unsure, please email us...
Are jockstraps/cups allowed?
No, unless for specific medical reasons.
What are your rules?
We follow International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation Rules for ALL divisions. Please see our Rules & Regulations page for more detail on what is and is not allowed >> https://tapcancerout.org/tournament-rules-regulations/ You...
Do children have to purchase a Spectator Ticket?
EDIT FOR 2021: As of June 6th, 2021, we are allowing Spectators at our events. Spectator tickets are $10 and must be paid with a Credit or Debit card (we...
Do Parents have to purchase a Spectator Ticket?
EDIT FOR 2021: As of June 6th, 2021, we are allowing Spectators at our events. Spectator tickets are $10 and must be paid with a Credit or Debit card (we...
Do Coaches have to purchase a Spectator Ticket?
EDIT FOR 2021: As of June 6th, 2021, we are allowing Spectators at our events. Spectator tickets are $10 and must be paid with a Credit or Debit card (we...
Can spectator tickets be bought online or at the door?
EDIT FOR 2021: As of June 6th, 2021, we are allowing Spectators at our events. Spectator tickets are $10 and must be paid with a Credit or Debit card (we...
Do you offer night-before weigh-ins?
At every tournament you MUST weigh-in. At some, but not all, events we may offer night-before weigh-ins. If you weigh-in the night before you do not need to weigh-in again....
I am registered in the wrong weight class. What do I do?
Simply email us at registration@tapcancerout.org, let us know which tournament you are registered for, your name, and what weight class you will need to move to.
What happens if I miss weight?
Missing weight is a very serious offense at a jiu-jitsu tournament. Most organizations will disqualify you with no refund. We'll simply say that you can change your weight class up...
Do I have to weigh-in with the Gi?
No. You do not have to weigh-in with the Gi. Our weigh-ins are always in a public area, at the bracketing table, so we will ask you to keep your...
Do I get a 1-pound allowance?
Yes, we give a 1-pound allowance for margin of error. If you fear you are going to miss weight, please email us at registration@tapcancerout.org to change your weight class. You...
When and where are weigh-ins?
Depending on the tournament, weigh-ins can be the day-of and the night-before. If we host night-before weigh-ins, those are always OPTIONAL. A competitor may ALWAYS weigh-in the day-of the tournament....
What are your weight-classes?
Our weight classes can be viewed here - https://www.tapcancerout.org/tournament-details/weight-classes/ Please read them carefully as they differ from other tournaments. The weights listed are MAXIMUM weights for the respective class. You...
Where can I find the your event schedule?
All our upcoming tournaments are listed here: https://www.tapcancerout.org/tournaments/ We typically publish our yearlong schedule by February of that year. Our January/February events open for registration in early November.
All Your Smoothcomp Questions Answered Here
📛 A QUICK NOTE ABOUT SMOOTHCOMP AND HOW WE RUN OUR TOURNAMENT 📛 We send the following content as an email to all competitors of every tournament. For a number...
When is the schedule released?
We release the schedule no later than the Thursday before the tournament (usually earlier). It's emailed to all competitors, posted in the Facebook Event page, and added to the tournament...
Is the tournament Gi? No-Gi? Both?
ALL our Tap Cancer Out BJJ Open tournaments are GI-ONLY. We do not offer the opportunity to compete in multiple weight/belt/age classes as many divisions overlap and run concurrently. We...
Why aren't donations to my Facebook Fundraiser linking to my tournament fundraising page?
Please do NOT set up a Facebook Fundraiser on our behalf if you are fundraising for a tournament! We urge fundraisers to only share the fundraising page that's automatically set...
When will I get my refund for raising more than $250?
If a Paid Competitor raises more than $250, they're deserving of a full refund as they have earned free entry to the Tap Cancer Out BJJ Open (in the future,...
My Classy and Facebook Fundraising Pages Don't Match or I'm Missing Donations On My Classy Page
Did You Set Up Your Fundraiser Correctly? First, please be sure that you have set up a Synced Facebook Fundraiser by navigating through your fundraising page dashboard to the FACEBOOK...
I'm Logged In But Don't See My Fundraising Page?
If you are logged-in to Classy.org (login.classy.org) and can see your dashboard but can NOT see your fundraising page / team fundraising page connected to your account, you may have...
How Do I Set Up a Facebook Fundraiser?
Did you know that you can sync your personal fundraising page to a Facebook fundraiser? We use a fundraising platform called Classy.org, which is where your personal fundraising page is...
How do I redeem the Free Entry credit I earned for fundraising $250+ in 2020?
Fundraisers that raised more than $250 for a 2020 cancelled tournament, which earned them free entry, CAN apply that perk to a 2021 tournament. In order to redeem, simply follow...
Can I roll over funds I raised in 2020 to my 2021 fundraising page?
Unfortunately we cannot roll over funds from one fiscal year to another. We did honor all the perks raised in 2021 so people were properly rewarded for their efforts, but...
What do I do with cash or check donations?
If you have received a donation as a CHECK, you may bring it with you to the tournament and hand it to our check-in staff. Please put any checks in...
Do I have to create or join a fundraising team?
You do not have to join a fundraising team, and you can always join one after initially registering as an individual at any time. Creating or joining a Fundraising Team...
Are there Team Fundraising Perks?
The perks, like free entry, Tap Cancer Out merchandise, and the coveted $10,000 #TCOasis perk, may only be earned individually by the funds raised on an individual's page. There are...
What's the deadline for fundraising and/or fundraising perks?
We get a lot of questions about when fundraising actually "ends" and there are a few answers, so please read carefully. FUNDRAISING PAGES Without getting too technical, your pages will...
How do the Perks work?
The great thing about fundraising for Tap Cancer Out is that you not only get to make an impact in the fight against cancer, but you can also earn some...
How does Team Fundraising Work?
This is a very common question and not immediately obvious. First thing to note is that everyone is ultimately fundraising individually. Each competitor (whether they choose a paid or fundraiser...
How do I create or join a fundraising team after I've already registered?
1. Navigate to your fundraising page URL 2. If you are not logged-in, you'll need to click LOG-IN in the upper right, then let the page refresh, then click MANAGE...
I’m registering multiple family members. Can we combine our fundraising efforts to just one page?
Absolutely! We encourage it, actually. Teams should NOT do this. Only families who don't want Aunt Edna to have to donate 3 separate times to 3 separate kids. In order...
If I don't fundraise the $250 minimum, do I owe $250?
Of course not! You'll simply pay a registration fee when you arrive at the tournament, whatever the fee was on the day you registered. If you are not far from...
How do I get my fundraising page?
As soon as you complete your registration a fundraising page will be automatically set up for you and you’ll receive a series of emails that will walk you through how...
What happens if an event is postponed/rescheduled?
There are times, whether in or out of our control, that an event must be postponed and rescheduled. Should that happen, these are the protocols: If you plan on joining...
What happens if an event is cancelled?
There are times, whether in or out of our control, that an event must be cancelled and can not be rescheduled in the near future. Should that happen, these are...
I need to withdraw. What do I do?
Simply email us at registration@tapcancerout.org or message us through our chat window! Please note, we do not offer refunds for paid competitors if the withdrawal happens after the last day...
When is the last day for registration changes?
The Wednesday before the tournament is the last day to make changes to your registration. Please plan accordingly.
What happens if I don't have anyone in my division?
Often when the final competitor lists are published, many competitors are alone in their division. This is not unusual and most times we will NOT move a competitor until the...
I am 30+ / 40+ but see that Brown and Black Belts only offer Adult. May I still compete?
Of course!! Anyone of any age can compete. It just means that we don't separate females or Black and/or Brown belt males by age. At those belts, everyone fights in...
Can I register at the door?
NOPE! Every Tap Cancer Out BJJ Open is pre-registration only, closing the Tuesday before the tournament.
I am 30 years old. Do I HAVE to fight in Masters?
Absolutely not. Any competitor 16 years or older may compete in the Adult division. That's an open-age division. Only competitors who are 30 years or older on the day of...
Do I register for the age I (or my child) will be on the day of the tournament or the age they're turning this year (like IBJJF)?
We use the age the competitor is on the day of the tournament. So if your child is 13 years old on the day of they're tournament they'll fight in...
How do I register my entire team?
Teams to not have to register to compete/fundraise all at once. Coaches and parents can register multiple competitors at once, but typically individual competitors will register themselves. Each competitor is...
How can I create or join a fundraising team while registering?
Click the REGISTER button on the tournament homepage and you’ll be presented with this pop-up: Simply click “Create a Team” or "Join a Team" and follow the prompts. If you'd...
What does "Create a Team" mean?
This allows you to register and create a Fundraising Team that your page is automatically connected to and where your teammates can connect their individual fundraising pages as well. You...
What does "Join a Team" mean?
This allows you to register and join a fundraising team that’s already been created (by another teammate). You do not have to join a fundraising team, and you can always...
What does "Register as an Individual" mean?
This allows you to register without connecting to a fundraising team. You can always join or create a team at any time after registering, so if you’re unsure, choose this...
What do the different ticket types mean?
When registering for the Tap Cancer Out BJJ Open, you're given multiple ticket types to choose. Please choose the one that suits you best! Fundraising Competitor (Adult or Child): If...
How does Registration work?
Simply click on the REGISTER button to get started. After clicking, you’ll be greeted by this pop up window: Registering as an individual: This allows you to register without connecting...
How do I update/cancel my registration or change my weight class?
Unfortunately changes to registrations (like weight class, belt, or division) can NOT be done online. We manually make these changes on our end. Please message us through the chat box...
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