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NSA Men’s "B/C" World Qualifier
June 17-18, 2006
Burlington Regional Rec Plex, - Burlington, IOWA
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Last Updated: 4/08/06      

Click here - Adult Post Season Entry Form

ALL TEAMS MUST BE READY TO PLAY SATURDAY, June 17th at 8:00 AM.
Entry into this tournament constitutes acknowledgement and agreement to this condition.
Please DO NOT call the Tournament Director and request an exemption from 8:00 AM
start as all teams will be expected to play Saturday morning.

SITE: Burlington Regional Rec Plex      
          501 S. Broadway St. Burlington, Iowa 52601
          Batting Cages, playground area, Concessions with inside and outside seating areas, safe-fan                                                                             friendly environment, plenty of restaurants and shopping.

OFFICIALS:     Rob Humphrey (Email preferred) Email:  Hump008@yahoo.com    319-750-0917

Watch for updates at NSA Northern Zone – www.NSANORTH.com  Click on: Post Season Packets

ENTRY & DEADLINE: Entry fees, Entry Form, Online Rosters, and other information MUST be
received by your respective State Director no later than Friday, June 9, 2006
Late entries will NOT be accepted.
Entry Fee is $165.00 sent to: IOWA NSA, 605 E. Cleveland St, New London, IA 52645     
** ALL TEAMS MUST BE properly registered ONLINE with NSA and bring a SIGNED COPY of their
ONLINE ROSTER to the tournament**

FORMAT: 3 game guarantee.

MANAGERS MEETING: Check in 1 hour prior to first game.  Roster Check In will be done at this time.
Each player will be required to have Government Issue Picture ID with them at all times.

ROSTER CHECK IN:    At least ONE Hour prior to first game. Check in will be at the concession stand.
Bring Entire Team, Roster Check with Driver's License or Government Issue Picture ID will be done at this time.  
Roster checks will be conducted prior to team's first game. 
Each player will be required to have GOVERNMENT ISSUE PICTURE ID with them at all times.
Wrist bands will be secured on each legal player and must be worn during entire tournament. 
If player loses band then they must be rechecked with their Drivers License - Government Issue photo ID.  No Driver's License or Government Issue photo ID, no band - no play.
Additional roster checks may be conducted at any time during the tournament.

FIRST GAME TIME/TOURNAMENT DRAW:  Wednesday, June 7th AFTER 8:00 pm
Brackets will be posted on the website:  www.nsanorth.com  you can also check the message board at www.nsanorth.com for start times.  After June 7th at 8:00pm ONE team representative may call if unable to access the internet. 319-750-0917

GAMES:  It is required that all teams be AT THE FIELD, READY TO PLAY - 1/2 HOUR PRIOR TO
SCHEDULED GAME TIME.  GAMES MAY BEGIN UP TO THIRTY (30) MINUTES EARLY IF FIELD IS OPEN.

SOFTBALL: The NSA Approved black stitched optic yellow NSA Stamped Softball, Worth.44 cor/525 lb
                  compression or less will be available for purchase at the tournament. 

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.    ** Note: It is the coaches/players' responsibility
to check their bat(s) to the list prior to bringing them into play.
                        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.

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.
NSA Rule Book is available online 24/7 at: www.playnsa.com

    NOTICE:  It is the responsibility of the Coach/Manager and/or Sponsor for knowing the NSA rules and bylaws.  Ignorance of an NSA rule or bylaw does not negate the penalty.  Entry in to any NSA tournament constitutes acknowledgement and agreement to all rules and bylaws of NSA, including the refund policy.  There are NO entry refunds after the entry deadline.  The NSA Rule Book contains full refund request policy, available online 24/7 www.playnsa.com  
       NOTE:  ANY Team found with illegal, ineligible, suspended player(s) or teams that have not met the
NSA Qualifying procedures will be immediately disqualified and removed from the tournament.  Teams                     will be removed without refund to their entry fee, and without reimbursement for any travel expenses or any other fees incurred by the team, spectators or sponsors.  The team, coach and player(s) can be suspended from NSA.

HOME RUN RULE: Limit – Three (plus 1)
See NSA online rule book (www.playnsa.com) if you need clarification of this rule.  

ADMISSION:  $2.00 per person - per day.

Be sure your team knows about this so there will be no embarrassment at the gate for your team or spectators. 
NOTE: There are no refunds of admission charges for any reason.

AWARDS:  Individual & team sponsor awards will be given in accordance with NSA Rules.

Berths & Travel $: 1st Top 10% if 40 or more teams - receive unpaid berth to the NSA "D" World Series that will be played September 15-17, 2006.   1ST PLACE World Series Berth Super Regional Berth $25 per team Travel to the World..... 2ND PLACE Super Regional Berth $12.50 per team Travel to the Super Regional in their respective class.
But, teams must participate in your State Tournament to validate the berth.
For a complete list of World Tournaments Listed by Class - Click Here
Contact your State Director for location of your World Series Tournament.

1st-6th Place receive unpaid berth to the Super Regional Tournament August 26-27, 2006.
But, teams must participate in your State Tournament to validate the berth.
Contact your State Director for location of your Regional Tournament.
For a complete list of Regional Tournaments Listed by Class - Click Here

LODGING: Grand Orleans Hotel & Suites -  (319) 754-5781, AmericInn Motel & Suites- (319) 758-9000, Comfort Suites – (319) 753-1300, Fairfield Inn – (319) 754-0000, and Pzazz Fun City – (319 753-2223; ALL Hotels are with 5 minutes of the park!   

AIRPORT: Burlington Regional airport (10 minutes), Quad City International – Moline, ILL (1 ½ Hours from the Park)    Car Rentals are available at both Airports.

WEATHER HOT LINE:  319-752-1111

SOUVENIRS: Will not be available for purchase.

PARK POLICIES: Players and spectators are expected to follow park rules at all times.
No outside food or alcohol is allowed to be brought into the complex or parking lot at anytime.  
Teams are allowed to bring in bench water coolers (water & ice) only.
We will enforce this rule at all times.  If you have special dietary requirements, please contact the facility prior to attendance.

CONDUCT: Managers are responsible for knowing the rules and keeping their players & 
spectators under control.  Abusive language/behavior will not be tolerated.  
Spectators, Players and/or teams may be removed from the tournament without refund.

DIRECTIONS:  Northbound – Take Hwy 61 north to 1st stop light after entering Burlington, West Ave., turn left on West Ave and take to West Burlington Ave. (Flint Ridge Business Park sign) turn right on West Burlington Ave. and take to 1st stop sign, Division St. turn left on Division and take to Broadway, turn left on Broadway into RecPlex parking lot. Southbound – Take Hwy 61 south to Division St. (stop light), turn right on Division and take Division St. west to Broadway (2nd stop sign), turn left on Broadway into RecPlex parking lot. Eastbound – Take Hwy 34 east to Burlington, exit on Gear Ave, turn left on Gear going south to Agency St., turn left on Agency go to 1st stop light, Broadway St., turn right on Broadway taking Broadway south, continue on through stop sign into RecPlex parking lot. Westbound - Take Hwy 34 west to Burlington, exit on Roosevelt Ave., turn left on Roosevelt go south to Division St. (stop light), turn right on Division and take Division St. west to Broadway (2nd stop sign), turn left on Broadway into RecPlex parking lot.

ATTRACTIONS:  Burlington Steamboat Days (Montgomery Gentry will perform Friday night with Bo Bice (American Idol) on Saturday.  Visit www.steamboatdays.com for more info.

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