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                     NSA Girl's Fast Pitch
                    SUPER WORLD SERIES

                       

  How to Qualify for GFP SUPER World Series

10u-12u-14u
NSA Girl’s Fast Pitch 2004
SUPER World Series

September 3-6, 2004

EastSide Centre – E. Peoria, Illinois

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Congratulations on qualifying for the NSA Super World Series!
 
This Packet Last Updated: 
04/30/2009 03:07 PM

CLICK HERE FOR BRACKETS


Entry Form Click here:
 NSA Girl's Fast Pitch Super World Series Entry Form

Website:   www.nsa-youthworld.com  for Updates!

TOURNAMENT SITE:  EastSide Centre  #1 EastSide Drive   East Peoria, IL  61611   

                                Complex Website:  www.eastsidecentre.com

              DIRECTIONS to EastSide Centre           MAP to EastSide Centre (Must have Adobe Acrobat)

            Map - Showing  Peoria Civic Center  & EastSide Centre/VFW-Fondulac/Taylor Street Diamonds
                                                            (Do not need Adobe Acrobat - JPEG File)

Tournament Contact:  Bill or Kathie Horton  810-629-9551  M-Thursday 10 am to 5pm EASTERN TIME 
or  Email: fastpitchnsa@aol.com      Contact Address:  NSA   PO Box 187   Fenton, MI 48430  
Fax: 810-629-2852

Tournament Committee:  Bill Horton – NSA Northern Zone VP, David Butler – NSA Eastern Zone VP,
  Kathie Horton – Michigan GFP State Director



ENTRY FEE:  $ 250.00   Teams must submit entry fee upon acceptance of berth.
        1st place teams receiving a paid berth, must post $250 bond (entry fee) upon acceptance of berth.
        Teams receiving a paid berth will receive a refund of their BOND upon teams participation at the Super World Series.


Entry DEADLINE PLEASE LET US KNOW IF YOU INTEND TO ACCEPT/Decline THE BERTH AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
        AUGUST 18th, 2004 is the entry deadline.  ALL information must be received by our office on the 18th.
  
    If you did NOT submit the entry at the World Series Tournament, SEND ALL INFORMATION DIRECTLY
       TO THE NSA Northern Zone Office - SEE ENTRY FORM.
        DO NOT SUBMIT ENTRY FOR THIS TOURNAMENT TO YOUR STATE DIRECTOR.


FORMAT:  Tournament Play, Brackets will be posted on the website and updated during the tournament.
               
All Teams will receive 3 Games.  Copies of brackets will be given to coaches at Check In.

            Warm Up Games for any team that can participate on Friday, September 3rd will be offered.  Warm Up Games
            will be scheduled starting at NOON on Friday.  Note: It is NOT possible for teams to REQUEST a specific game time on
            Friday, but we will try our best to accommodate.  Times and fields will be filled on a First Come/First Serve Basis.
            Due to scheduling of umpires, teams must give at least one (1) week notice if planning on attending the Warm-Up session. 
            Cost per game will be $30 per team.  ALL Games must be completed by 5:00 pm with 1 hour 30 minute time limits.
           
Please contact  Vic for Warm Up Game arrangements at 309-699-0149.

TOURNAMENT DRAW:   Tournament draw will be based on the team’s finish in the World Series
                                    or Super World Series NIT’s.

CHECK IN: Check in will be at the EastSide Centre Football Stadium.
                   Friday, September 3rd  from 4pm - 6pm

        It is extremely important that every team have a representative at Check In.  The tournament committee
        will be providing information designed to make the teams tournament experience a pleasant, hassle free one.
        Admission Passes will be available for purchase during check in.  We recommend if at all possible to
        purchase admission passes during check in to avoid delays entering the facility on Saturday.
                If you must miss the check in, due to travel arrangements or problems, 
                Please check in during the Manager's Meeting.

MANAGERS MEETING:  Managers Meeting will be at the EastSide Centre Football Stadium
                                    Friday, September 3rd  at 6:00pm

PIN TRADING NIGHT!    Come Join the PARTY!
ALL PLAYERS AND SPECTATORS ARE WELCOME    6:00 PM  - 10:00 PM
DJ and Karaoke

At the EastSide Centre Football Stadium.

Souvenirs are available.  Weekend passes are available. 
Photographer will be available for team pictures.
Dog Night at the Ball Park!  400 Free Hot Dogs, chips, cookies and Soda/Pop for those attending!

    All Managers must attend the manager's meeting.  We cannot over emphasize the importance
    of attending this meeting.  This is the ONLY time the tournament rules, format, and any necessary
    changes will be covered.  Last minute information regarding the tournament schedule, rules and Super
    World events will be announced.  The Tournament Committee will address questions from the managers.
        Coaches that May miss CHECK IN AND the MANAGER'S MEETING:
            Check in with an NSA Director at the opening ceremonies on where to pick up your information packet.

OPENING CEREMONIES:  Friday September 3rd 7:30 PM  at the EastSide Centre Football Stadium

PIN TRADING NIGHT!    Come Join the PARTY!
ALL PLAYERS AND SPECTATORS ARE WELCOME    6:00 PM  - 10:00 PM
DJ and Karaoke
At the EastSide Centre Football Stadium
Souvenirs are available.  Weekend passes are available.
Photographer will be available for team pictures.
Dog Night at the Ball Park!  400 Free Hot Dogs, chips, cookies and Soda/Pop for those attending!

ROSTER and INSURANCE:  The Roster and Insurance your team submitted at the Super NIT or World Series will be
forwarded to the Super World Series Committee. 
Names will NOT be added to any roster at the tournament site for ANY reason.  NO EXCEPTIONS!

Birth Certificates – Driver’s License:  Coach or manager must have on hand at all times, in case of protest. 
NSA does NOT need copies.

SOFTBALL: NSA black stitched optic yellow softballs are provided.

BATS:  Only NSA approved bats will be allowed.  Check the National Website for a complete 
and 
up to date listing of approved equipment.   www.playnsa.com  click on:  Approved Equipment
Please check bats by Manufacturer - Model NUMBER and NAME, if a bat is not posted 
on the
approved list, it will NOT be allowed.
     Player/Team bats are subject to checks.
  
You may contact the manufacturer to inquire on the status of an unlisted bat.
           

PROTEST: There will be a $75.00 CASH ONLY protest fee.  If protest is allowed, the fee will be refunded.
Umpire judgment calls are final.

CONDITIONS: The tournament committee reserves the right to rule on matters as they may occur, including
any deemed necessary to complete the tournament.  This includes changing the tournament format, due to
unforeseen circumstances (weather, etc.).  The committee assumes that all players are competing at their
own risk and will not be liable for accidents or injuries.  Entry in to this tournament constitutes agreement
of these conditions.

 UNIFORMS: To be in strict accordance with NSA team dress code. 
                   
NO METAL or METAL TIPPED CLEATS!

PLAYING RULES: NSA rules will govern all play in strict accordance with the NSA Rule Book.  

RULES FOR ADDITION OF PLAYER(S):  Rules governing the addition of player(s) to the roster of the Girl's
Fast Pitch SUPER World Series.   Players can only be added if space is available on existing roster,
20 Player maximum.
    a.  Up to three (3) players may be added to the existing World Series Roster.
    b.  Player(s) must have played and be listed on a NSA registered team.
    c.  Player(s) must have played on a team that advanced no farther than the NSA State Tournament, but
        could have played in a NSA sponsored NIT or a World Series Qualifier.
    d.  Player(s) may NOT have played in a current year NSA Girl's Fast Pitch World Series or have been listed
         on a current years World Series Roster.
    e.  All roster additions must be approved and signed by a NSA State Director of a NSA Zone Vice-President
         and forwarded to the Tournament Director along with a copy to the NSA National Office.
    f.  Deadline for additions must be in the Tournament Director's Office and the National Office 10 days prior
        to the start of the Girl's Fast Pitch Super World Series.
    PENALTY:  The Manager/Coach can be suspended by the NSA for up to two (2) years for violating the above
        section 4 (a-f) By-Laws.

TOURNAMENT ADMISSION:  Due to the short time between tournaments, there are NO advance sales on passes.

    Weekend Pass:  $10 - Adult                                    One-Day Pass    $ 6 - Adult
                              $ 6  - Youth (ages 5-13)                                             $ 4 - Youth (ages 5-13)
                              $ 6  - Senior (62 & older)                                           $ 4 - Senior (62 & older)

 A maximum of three coaches per team will be admitted free.
Roster players and coach passes will be enclosed in the manager’s packet at check in.
No refunds on tournament admission for any reason.

 HOTEL - HOUSING INFORMATION:   Deadline for Reservations August 23, 2004
           
After Deadline, room blocks will be released and hotels may charge higher prices.
                               
                                    Hotel Reservation Form - Click Here
                       Reservations MUST be made by using this form!


WEATHER HOT LINE:  Information will be given to coaches during check in.

SOUVENIRS: There will be souvenirs available at this event.  There may be limited number of these items so buy early.

PROGRAM:  Please contact  
Peoria Area Convention and Visitors Bureau     (309) 676-8470     www.peoria.org
456 Fulton,  Suite 300     Peoria, IL  61602    
                             

PHOTOGRAPHS:  
Souvenir Photo with Super World Series Border will be taken by "The Sports Section",
Ken Brooke Photographer.  
Teams can have their pictures taken the night of opening ceremonies, or before their game during the weekend.
Details will be discussed at the Mangers Meeting, and the Photographer will be at Check In to schedule team photos.
Team photo plaques will be available for purchase at the tournament site.  Each team will receive ONE FREE PHOTO,
compliments of the tournament sponsors.
Your team will receive all photo orders before leaving the tournament.
For more information, contact Ken Brooke at 877-795-0003 (toll free)
            

AWARDS:  The presentation of awards will include but not be limited to the following:
First through Fifth place team plaque for each division of play.  First through Third Place
individual awards for each division of play.

WEBSITE:  http://www.nsa-youthworld.com
We will make changes/updates as needed on the website.  Once the tournament has begun,
we will post brackets and game results throughout the tournament.

 

GIFT SWAP: NO gift swap is scheduled at the first game.  Most teams are trying to raise
funds just to attend.  PIN TRADING IS ENCOURAGED AT ALL TIMES!

Please note:
    Shade tents are allowed.
    Water Jugs in the dugouts will be supplied by the facility.
        Your team may bring their own water jugs or water coolers into the facility.
    NO Outside food or drink is allowed into the facility.  NO COOLERS!

We wish to THANK YOU in advance for your co-operation, participation in this tournament,
and for working with us to make it a great success!!!

 GOOD LUCK to All Attendees!  

ADDITIONAL FUN THINGS!

 

 AIRPORT INFORMATION

Greater Peoria Regional Airport
Peoria, IL 61607                      
(309) 697-8272
www.flypia.com
15 Minutes from East Peoria

 

Bloomington Regional Airport
Bloomington, IL  61704
(309)663-7383
www.cira.com
35 Minutes from East Peoria

 

O’Hare International Airport
Chicago, Illinois 
2.6 Hours from East Peoria

 

St. Louis International Airport
St. Louis, Missouri
2.7 Hours from East Peoria

 

Indianapolis International Airport
Indianapolis, Indiana

3.2 Hours from East Peoria

 

PEORIA AREA ATTRACTIONS 

 Splashdown Waterpark at EastSide Centre
#1 EastSide Drive
East Peoria, IL. 61611
(309) 694-1867
www.fondulacpark.com

Wettest and wildest waterpark in central Illinois

 Glen Oak Zoo
2218 N. Prospect Road
Peoria, IL. 61603
(309) 686-3365
Hundreds of species of animals from around the world

 Wildlife Prairie Park
3826 N. Taylor Road
Peoria, IL. 61615
(309) 676-0998
2,000 acre park home to wolves, bison, black bear, cougar and Much more / animals can be viewed in natural habitant

 Peoria Riverfront
Home to paddlewheel boats rides, park settings and numerous
Restaurants from Hooters to Joe’s Crab Shack to Damon’s.

 PAR-A-DICE Hotel & Casino
21 Blackjack Blvd.
East Peoria, IL. 61611
(800) PAR-A-DICE

www.par-a-dice.com

 High Stakes casino action/over 800 slots
Peoria Chiefs Professional Baseball

O’Brien Field
Downtown Peoria
(309) 688-1622
www.chiefsnet.com

Class A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals

 

 

NSA 2004 GFP SUPER WORLD SERIES
10u – 12u – 14u
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

FRIDAY - September 3rd
   
     PIN TRADING NIGHT!    Come Join the Fun!
    ALL PLAYERS AND SPECTATORS ARE WELCOME    6:00 PM  - 10:00 PM
    DJ At the EastSide Centre Football Stadium.
    

    Check In:  For coaches and Managers  4pm-6pm at the EastSide Centre Football Stadium
    Managers Meeting:  For coaches and Managers  6:00 pm at the EastSide Centre Football Stadium
    Opening Ceremonies: For Everyone!  
                        Pin Trading starting at 6:00 pm & Ceremonies at 7:30pm at the EastSide Centre Football Stadium

SATURDAY – September 4th
     Play Begins!

MAKE SURE TO HAVE A WORLD FAMOUS - GRILLED PORK CHOP SANDWICH!
They are addictive!  Help support the volunteers of EastSide Centre!

SUNDAY – September 5th
     Tournament Play Resumes

 

 MONDAY – SEPTEMBER 6th
    
RESERVED FOR ANY RESCHEDULED GAMES AND TRAVEL

 

WATCH THE WEBSITE FOR UPDATES & CHANGES TO INFORMATION IN THIS PACKET!  
Links will be available from this site:  

  http://www.nsa-youthworld.com

 

  Official Complex Names & Addresses 

#1        EastSide Centre 
           
#1 EastSide Drive 
           
East Peoria, IL  61611  

            (9) Diamonds / (7) lighted  

   
         www.eastsidecentre.com

  #2       VFW / Fondulac Park 
           
400 Springfield Road  

            East Peoria, IL  61611  
            (2) Diamonds / (2) lighted

#3        Taylor Street Diamonds
             430 Taylor Street  

            East Peoria, IL  61611  
            (3-4) Diamonds / (2) lighted

   

Entry Form Click here:
 NSA Girl's Fast Pitch Super World Series Entry Form

   

 

      www.nsa-youthworld.com

 

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