Subject: Niagara Falls Men's League Tournament Date: Mon, 3 Apr 2006 12:19:29 -0400 From: "Greatrix, Rob" <rgreatrix(at)kpmg.ca> To: <fastball(at)pmihrm.com>
Niagara Falls Canada Hi Al For all intermediate/ISC II teams filling out their 2006 tournament schedule be sure to consider the annual Niagara Falls Men's League tournament August 11-13, 2006 in beautiful Niagara Falls Canada. We are adopting a new format this year to address some areas of concern. We have always had a sizeable gap in the level of competition between all the teams that enter and we are hoping the new format addresses this. The tournament will essentially be divided into two tiers. The top tier will be occupied by the more experienced competitive ISC 11 teams while the second tier will consist of the more recreational fastball teams. In a perfect world we would see an 8 team top tier and a 10 team second tier. Obviously a greater percentage of the prizes and money will be directed to the top division. The plan is to continue to advance 16 teams to Sunday into an A and B division in each tier. Essentially this would guarantee a 4rth game for most teams. There would be very little different form the previous years A, B, C and D Sunday divisions format except that the tiers would not cross over and therefore all of your preliminary games would be against similar competition. We are probably the first tournament to recognize the different level of competitiveness in ISC 11 play and we are trying to accommodate all teams that wish to play in this annual tournament, that is why we are adopting this format. We are now inviting ALL ISC 11 teams to the tournament and spots will be saved on a first come basis. I can't see a problem if a team elects to play in the top tier but we will be monitoring the bottom tier to ensure it consists of traditional club or rec teams. Thanks to the Shooters squad from Etobicoke who stiffed us last year we are going to have ask teams to pay up front this year. Its unfortunate that one bad apple tarnishes everyone but the executive had no other choice. The total prize money will continue to be approximately $2,600 assuming we fill the field again. The entrance fee will be $350 and there will be prizes awarded as well. Of course we will have the beer gardens overlooking diamond #1 and concessions, barbeque and a merchandising areas. No pitchers included on ISC and NAFA AAA lists. Visiting Niagara Falls in the middle of summer is a great draw for many teams and as always we will try to accommodate teams as much as we can from a scheduling standpoint. We will send out tournament packages with preferential hotel and restaurant rates. All teams who come to Niagara Falls year after year can attest to the great atmosphere, packed stands, cold beer and great friends that make this a must tournament for all ISC 11/intermediate teams. To reserve a spot please email Rob Greatrix ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) or Janet Greatrix ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) or call 905-354-6654 and ask for Janet or Al. Thanks to all who consider us. Rob Greatrix, Fury Fastball Club. Rob Greatrix Senior Manager KPMG Enterprise 905-687-3282 905-682-2008 (fax) 1-800-223-5709 (toll free) rgreatrix(at)kpmg.ca Als Fastball List *Email: fastball(at)pmihrm.com [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.AlsFastball.com/ NEWS: http://fastpitchwest.com/alsfastball Our Condo: http://www.pmihrm.com/pages/listings/richmond-hill-condo.php VIA http://www.webbox.com _______________________________________________ Alsfastball mailing list Alsfastball@fastpitchwest.com http://fastpitchwest.com/mailman/listinfo/alsfastball_fastpitchwest.com