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NATIONAL
ADULT BASEBALL ASSOCIATION
2008
SPRING
TRAINING EXPERIENCE
TOURNAMENT INFORMATION:
The NABA Spring Training Experience is more
than just a game!!
Imagine yourself
participating in a baseball tournament with a fantasy camp atmosphere,
while being able to enjoy and attend a major league spring training game
at a fraction of the cost. This tournament is OPEN TO ANYONE (NABA
or NON-NABA players) who has played or would like to play any form of
organized baseball (hardball) during your lifetime. Individual
players, friends, families, complete or partial teams are all invited.
You don’t already have to be on a tournament team as this tournament
can cater to the individual player or full teams.
This tournament will place
teams in pools of four in each division. Each team will usually have
(10) or (11) players, which means lots of “at-bat” and defensive playing
time for everyone. Each team will be guaranteed a minimum of FOUR (4)
baseball games (Thursday through Sunday). Each team will play only one
(1) game per day. Most, if not all, games will be played in the
morning, ensuring plenty of free time for each participant to attend a
major league spring training game in the afternoon. The schedule builds
in free time for yourself in the evening as well as time to enjoy NABA
festivities, including a delicious catered sit down dinner on Saturday
evening featuring a baseball guest speaker (in 2004 it was Harmon Killebrew, in 2005 it was Matt Williams, in 2006 it was Clint Hurdle,
and in 2007 it was Don Buford Sr.). Friday and Saturday evening can be
used to spend more time with fellow players, friends or family.
Each team will play three (3)
games in pool play. All teams will enter either a championship game or
a consolation championship game on Sunday for your fourth (4) game.
WHAT IS INCLUDED FOR
THE PRICE OF THE EXPERIENCE?
Each player who enters the
NABA Spring Training Experience will receive the following:
1.
A souvenir game jersey screen printed with the NABA Spring
Training logo printed it on. Each team will have a different color
jersey with a number on the back.
2.
A souvenir matching baseball cap with the NABA logo embroidered
on the cap.
3.
A ticket to attend a major league baseball spring training game
for the Arizona Diamondbacks on Thursday, March 27th.
4.
Each player will receive a ticket to a sit-down dinner banquet on
Saturday, March 29th featuring former MLB player
George Foster, with a question and answer session as well as
autographs to follow.
5.
There will be a baseball memorabilia, baseball equipment and
baseball merchandise silent auction at the banquet.
6.
A cartoon caricaturist will be doing caricature drawings for
baseball players provided by NABA before the banquet at the Silent
Auction on a first come first serve basis.
7.
Each player will receive an individual tournament gift to be
presented to you on Saturday, March 29th at the dinner banquet.
8.
Each player will receive a souvenir tournament t-shirt with a
special NABA Spring Training logo.
9.
Each team manager will receive an award for managing a team. The
awards will be presented at the banquet.
10.
Each team will be presented with an MVP award on Monday following
their playoff game. The teams will vote for their own Most Valuable
Player, and will then honor their MVP with the award.
11.
Each player on a championship winning team will receive an
individual championship award on Sunday.
12.
Each player on a championship game runner-up team will receive an
individual runner-up award on Sunday.
13.
Each player on a consolation championship winning team will
receive an individual award on Sunday.
14.
Each player on a consolation game runner-up team will receive an
individual award on Sunday.
15.
The manager of each championship team will receive a championship
team award on Sunday.
16.
The manager of each championship game runner-up team will receive
a runner-up team award on Sunday.
17.
The manager of each pool will receive a team pool winner trophy.
18.
All fields, team liability insurance, three (3) baseballs for
each game, and two (2) umpires for each game will be provided as part of
the player fee.
DATES FOR NABA SPRING
TRAINING EXPERIENCE
Games will begin on Thursday,
March 27th and run through Sunday, March 30, 2008.
DIVISIONS FOR THE
TOURNAMENT
NABA will offer an Open
division for players age 18 through 45. Father, Sons and Daughters are
welcome to play in this division. As well we offer a 48 Over division.
A division will occur if four (4) or more teams can be made by the final
deposit date. We will combine divisions if a division is not full by
the cutoff date.
TOURNAMENT FORMAT
“Pool” Play consisting of
three (3) games; one on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, and one (1)
Championship or Consolation championship game on Sunday. The #1 Seed
will play the #2 Seed in the championship game and the #3 Seed will play
the #4 Seed in the Consolation Championship game.
WHEN ARE THE PLAYOFFS
OR CHAMPIONSHIP GAMES?
All championship games and
consolation championship games will be played on Sunday morning, March
30, 2008.
ENTRY FEE FOR THE
TOURNAMENT
Player Fee:
$285.00 If you register by March 4, 2008
$350.00 If you
register after March 4, 2008
DEPOSIT DEADLINE AND AMOUNT
Each player must submit a
partial or full payment by March 4, 2008 to receive the discounted price
of $285.00 and to reserve a place in the tournament. Full payment must
be received by March 24, 2008. The NABA also accepts VISA, MASTERCARD,
and AMERICAN EXPRESS for your convenience.
SEND FEES FOR TOURNAMENT TO
NABA, Attn: NABA Spring Training Experience,
3609 S. Wadsworth Blvd., Ste. 135, Lakewood, CO 80235
WHAT RULES WILL THE
TOURNAMENT FOLLOW?
The NABA Spring Training
Experience will utilize the National Adult Baseball Association 2008
Rulebook to govern tournament play, with special addendum tournament
rules which are outlined in the Spring Training Tournament Rules. Each
player will receive a copy of these rules upon receipt of a deposit.
WHO CAN PARTICIPATE IN
THE TOURNAMENT?
Because this is an open
tournament format, anyone, including those who do not play in NABA
leagues or tournaments can participate. A love for the game and some
kind of organized baseball experience at any level is all that’s needed
to register. Teams (whole or partial) and individuals from other
established national baseball organizations may enter with no
surcharge. Each individual player fee for non-NABA players and team is
the same as for members of the NABA.
HOW DOES A PARTIAL TEAM
COMPLETE ITS ROSTER?
If a partial team registers
with only 8 players, for example, the tournament director will help
assign players to that team until it is complete with at least 10 or
more players. The tournament will make every effort to place unattached
players on teams from specific geographical areas. The tournament
director will assign players to teams based on the team’s needs.
UNIFORMS, CAPS AND
EQUIPMENT:
The NABA will supply each
player on a team with a 2 button textured polyester uniform, with the
NABA logo on the front and a number on the back. Each player can keep
their uniform as a souvenir from the tournament. As well, each player
will receive an adjustable cap 80% acrylic and 20% wool, with the NABA
logo embroidered on the front to use during the tournament and to keep
as a tournament souvenir. Each player will be required to bring his own
baseball pants, socks, shoes, under-sleeves and glove. Since teams will
be established before the tournament begins, game jerseys and tournament
commemorative shirts will be ordered to fit each participating player.
Those player’s who do not sign up in time may not have a jersey or
commemorative t-shirt that is ordered to fit. Those players who accept
a team manager’s position will be responsible for ensuring their team
has equipment, such as batting helmets and catcher’s equipment. It is
recommended that catchers bring their own gear. If a particular manager
has issues acquiring team equipment, we will have two or three extra
sets of equipment that a team can sign out for the tournament.
HOST HOTEL
ACCOMMODATIONS:
The Host Hotel for the Spring
Training Experience will be the Radisson Suites and the Inn Suites in
Tucson. Both hotels are offering a full complimentary buffet
breakfast for staying at the hotel.
The Radisson Suites is where
the NABA awards and dinner banquet will be held with a quest speaker and
memorabilia auction. The Radisson Suites Tucson is perfectly situated
for guests who want to explore the city of Tucson’s winning combination
of rich local culture and magnificent Southwest scenery. Lush, tropical
grounds set a relaxing and refreshing environment, while gracious hosts
inspire amazing experiences. Upscale Resort Comfort At This Tucson
Arizona Hotel… Take in the spectacular mountain views from the
luxury of your private balcony in one of our spacious two-room suites.
As a popular University of Arizona hotel, the Radisson Suites Tucson
provides guests with a resort ambience, including a
beautifully-landscaped open-air courtyard, a Spacious heated pool, and
cool fountains buffered by local vegetation.
With a whole host of lavish amenities and guest services, such as our
Select Comfort Sleep Number Beds, high-speed wireless Internet, and
complimentary shuttle service within a three mile radius, it's the
perfect choice for Southwest travelers. Take advantage of all of the
exciting features at this Tucson Arizona hotel, including:
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299 spacious two-room suites, and two executive suites
featuring sleep number beds
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Select Comfort Sleep Number Beds, for a perfect night's
rest
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Private balconies available, with stunning mountain views
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Oversized pool, with hydro spa set in a lush courtyard.
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Over 14,000 square feet of elegant meeting and event space
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The Breeze Patio Bar & Grill, with 14 beers on tap and
high-definition TVs
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Complimentary High-speed wireless Internet throughout the
hotel
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Free parking and complimentary transportation within a
three-mile radius
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Complimentary shuttle transportation to and from the
Williams Center provided every morning and every afternoon. Check with
the Concierge desk for hours and availability.
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The special NABA RATES are: $126.00 per night for
single/double/triple/quad occupancy. You can book online at
www.radissontucson.com or you can contact them
at 888-201-1718.
6555 East Speedway Blvd.
Tucson, Arizona 85710
Tel: 520-721-7100
The Inn Suites in Tucson
is nestled in the historic downtown
Tucson Presidio Art Gallery area featuring newly refurbished Studio
InnSuites and two-room Executive/Family Suites plus romantic
Presidential Jacuzzi Suites. Whether you are a frequent guest or this is
your first visit to InnSuites, it is our commitment to provide the
exceptional value, service, and facilities you expect when you travel.
We invite you to enjoy a complimentary hot breakfast buffet featuring
fruit, cereal, scrambled eggs, potatoes, Canadian bacon and homemade
Belgian waffles plus free afternoon social hour to relax and meet new
friends. There are many other complimentary amenities available. Such
as, Free reliable hard
“Wired” Hi-Speed Internet
access in every guest studio and suite, plus convenient
Free “Wireless” Internet
throughout our Olympic Pool area, Lobby, PJ’s café and guest suites.
RESERVATIONS
(888)SUITE.CHOICE
Toll Free
(877)446-6589
Toll Free
stmarys@innsuites.com
(I-10 at St Mary/Speedway)
475 N
Granada Avenue
Tucson, Arizona 85701
(520)622-3000 Phone
HOST CAR RENTAL
Enterprise Rent-A-Car the
official car rental agency of the 2007 NABA Spring Training Experience.
TO RECEIVE YOUR
DISCOUNTED RATES YOU MUST REFERENCE ID #COR7793.
We will be using the
Enterprise location at 5440 East speedway Blvd. Call Enterprise at
520-784-6600 and be sure to use ID #COR7793. You may also book your
reservation instantly online. Simply visit
www.enterprise.com and click on the
Corporate Members Reservation button. Enter your Corporate Class Number
COR7793 and the first three letters of your company name in the
Corporate Members Sign in area, click on “Next” and make your
reservation. If you prefer, you can arrange your out of town booking
through the corporate Class Service Center by calling 1-800-593-0505.
NABA rates are being determined and will be updated once we have them. |
