Tournament Facts

Tournament

ASA 18U Western A National Championship

Location

Rose Mofford Softball Complex

9833 North 25th Avenue

Phoenix, Arizona 85021

(on 25th Ave between Peoria and Dunlap)

Dates

July 31 - August 6, 2006

Opening Ceremonies

August 1, 2006 @ 11:00am

Tim Hattrick -KNIX- Master of Ceremonies

Entry Fee

$400 per team

Teams

All eligible 18U "A" teams who meet all qualifications set by ASA Code

Ticket Prices

Tournament Passes

Adult - $20

Youth - 18 and under - $14

Seniors - 55 and over - $14

Day Passes

Adult - $5

Youth and Seniors - $3

**Attention players and coaches**If your tournament pass is lost, stolen, cut off, torn off. Will replace for free if it comes off due to normal wear and tear. Will recheck eligibility if it needs to be replaced, must bring remnants back for free replacement. Otherwise there will be a $20 flat replacement fee.**

Parking

Ample, free parking for all types of vehicles at the softball complex. (No overnight RV parking) Security will be frequently patrolling the complex.

**Phoenix ASA nor the City of Phoenix is responsible to any lost or stolen vehicles or valuables.**

Please remember to not leave anything of value in plain site.

Tournament format: Per ASA Code

2 pool games followed by double elimination by draw seeding per ASA Code

Tournament Draw: Per ASA Code

Monday, July 31st, 11:00am - 2:00pm Location TBA

Picnic at the Park & Diamondbacks' Recruiting Showcase

Monday, July 31st @ 7pm @ Rose Mofford Softball Complex

Cost: $25 per Showcase participant

Picnic at the Park is open for anyone to attend.

Tournament Passes

Must be presented at gate upon admission

Uniforms: Per ASA Code

All Teams must be in like uniforms with numbers as outlined in the 2006 ASA Rule Book.

Line Ups

All teams must provide line ups to opposing team and umpire. The following information must be included on each line up card:

• Print legibly
• Players first and last name
• Jersey number
• Defensive position
• Must be in batting order

Dugout Area

Dugout area is limited to players, coaches, tournament personnel, and team assistants only. (Must be 2006 ASA registered player, coach, team assistant/scorekeeper and proof of ASA registration is required) No coach will be  allowed in any dugout or playing field unless 2006 ASA registered. If your team is individually registered all coaches and support staff must be 2006 ASA registered also.

Home Team

Home team will be determined by coin flip 30 minutes before start of game at tournament directors' station. Home team will occupy the 3rd base dugout.

Souvenirs

Will be available at Rose Mofford Sports Complex during scheduled game times and also at Four Points by Sheraton during team check in times.

Umpire in Chief

Joe Robinson

(520) 991-3494

Timeline of Events

*Subject to change at anytime.

Sunday, July 30th

4:00pm – 6:00pm: early check in for teams at the Four Points Sheraton
ALL COACHES AND ATHLETES MUST BE PRESENT WITH PHOTO ID PER ASA CODE

Monday, July 31st

8:00am – 10:30am: check in for teams at the Four Points Sheraton
ALL COACHES AND ATHLETES MUST BE PRESENT WITH PHOTO ID PER ASA CODE

11:00am – 2:00pm: coaches’ luncheon/draw

3:00pm – 6:00pm: check in for teams at the Four Point Sheraton
ALL COACHES AND ATHLETES MUST BE PRESENT WITH PHOTO ID PER ASA CODE

7:00pm – “Picnic at the Park” and Diamondbacks’ Recruiting Showcase

Tuesday, August 1st

8:00am – 9:00am: Final team check in at the Four Points Sheraton
ALL COACHES AND ATHLETES MUST BE PRESENT WITH PHOTO ID PER ASA CODE

11:00am – 12:30pm: Opening Ceremonies at Rose Mofford Park

2:00pm – 5:00pm: Late arrivals’ check in at the Four Points Sheraton
Late check in is for individuals with travel issues who had to arrive last minute –
This is NOT a team check-in. Players must have their photo IDs and check in with a registered coach present. (Coach must supply a list of possible late arrivals including specific names and arrival times.)

6:00pm – first games at Rose Mofford Softball Complex

***Please note: Team Gift Exchange will take place at first pool game played by each team, please be prepared to exchange***

10:00pm - last game of night start time

Wednesday, August 2nd – Sunday, August 6th

7:00am – first game time* each day

9:00pm – last game time* each day

*times may change due to scheduling issues related to weather or other unforeseen conflicts.

Rose Mofford Softball Complex Rules

In order to provide a safe and clean environment for all the enjoy, please be aware of the following park rules:

• Pets are not allowed inside the softball complex.
• Glass containers are prohibited.
• Bicycles, skateboards, scooters, and skating are not allowed inside the softball complex.
• Alcoholic beverages are not to be brought into the softball complex.
• Firearms or weapons of any kind are prohibited
• Motorized vehicles must stay in designated parking areas (No overnight RV parking)
• No artificial noise makers

Please help keep our parks clean. Dispose of refuse in proper containers.

*Information is subject to change at any time.

Quick Links

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Tournament Updates

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Participating Teams

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