{"id":3038,"date":"2009-01-19T11:30:56","date_gmt":"2009-01-19T18:30:56","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/fastpitchwest.com\/morningbrief\/?p=3038"},"modified":"2009-01-19T11:33:35","modified_gmt":"2009-01-19T18:33:35","slug":"red-rock-is-back-in-2009","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.fastpitchwest.com\/morningbrief\/?p=3038","title":{"rendered":"Red Rock is BACK in 2009"},"content":{"rendered":"


\nRED ROCK is BACK! <\/strong><\/p>\n

Don’t miss your opportunity to attend the 2009 Red Rock at Carson City (RRCC) tournament. <\/p>\n

Many teams have confirmed their attendance so the tournament is a go! This tournament is a perfect time to include a family vacation either before, during or after the event. <\/p>\n

Carson City has many family attractions as well as casinos for action at night. Also, Reno is just a short drive away so the possibilities are endless.
\n
\nHere are the important details: <\/strong> <\/p>\n

\n

RED ROCK at CARSON CITY
\n9th Annual Red Rock International Invitational
\nCarson City, Nevada
\n(35-45 minute drive from Reno)
\nTOURNAMENT DATES: May 2 and 3, 2009
\nCLASSES: Major, A, AA, NAFA (ALL), (ASA A & B)
\nENTRY FEE: $425 US
\nPITCHING RULE: ISC
\nENTRY DEADLINE: March 1, 2009
\nFORMAT: Round Robin into single elimination.
\nGAMES GUARANTEED: Four (4)
\nISC QUALIFIER: One (1) ISC World Tournament berth to the highest finishing US West team and one (1) ISC II (Tournament of Champions) berth to the highest finishing US West team are available.
\nENTRY CHECKS<\/p>\n

Payable to:
\nRoy Stout
\nP.O. Box 812
\nLake Hughes, CA 93532 <\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

<\/p>\n

Carson City is Nevada’s historical state capitol. Centrally located at the base of the majestic Sierra Nevada mountain range, Carson City offers a variety of activities for your pleasure. Carson City has something for everyone including museums, elegant mansions, exciting casinos, excellent recreational facilities, great dining and nine divine golf courses. Bring your golf clubs! <\/p>\n

Carson City Visitors Bureau<\/p>\n

http:\/\/www.visitcarsoncity.com\/ <\/p>\n

Venue: <\/p>\n

Carson City Centennial Park – This 4-diamond complex has hosted many ASA, NAFA, NCAA, NSA and other major organizations in the past and the Carson City Recreation Department is very experienced with providing its facilities for these major tournaments. <\/p>\n

Carson City Centennial Park Pictures:<\/p>\n

http:\/\/www.carson-city.nv.us\/Index.aspx?page=1645 <\/p>\n

http:\/\/www.carson-city.nv.us\/Index.aspx?page=1053 <\/p>\n

http:\/\/www.carson-city.nv.us\/Index.aspx?page=1643 <\/p>\n

http:\/\/www.carson-city.nv.us\/Index.aspx?page=1646 <\/p>\n

http:\/\/www.carson-city.nv.us\/Index.aspx?page=1644 <\/p>\n

Host Hotel: <\/p>\n

The Plaza Hotel & Conference Center
\n801 S. Carson Street Carson City, NV 89701
\nContact: 775-883-9500\/ 888-227-1499 (toll free)<\/p>\n

http:\/\/www.carsoncityplaza.com\/ <\/p>\n

Email: info@carsoncityplaza.com <\/p>\n

We have negotiated the lowest available internet rate anywhere for this time of year at The Plaza Hotel & Conference Center. It will be $59 for two people \u00e2\u20ac\u201c two beds. Kids 12 and under stay free. <\/p>\n

The rate includes a free continental breakfast for all guests, use of the fitness room facilities, fridges and microwaves in every room, free local calls and 800 long distance access, and free high-speed internet in every room. <\/p>\n

We would encourage all teams, players, coaches, umpires, spectators, friends and family to please use our Red Rock at Carson City host hotel, The Plaza Hotel & Conference Center. There are 48 rooms available as of today but are booking quickly as our committee has reserved 15 last November. <\/p>\n

For more information kindly visit the hotel\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s website: <\/p>\n

http:\/\/www.carsoncityplaza.com <\/p>\n

To book rooms and obtain the special $59 Red Rock at Carson City rate, please contact the hotel directly on their toll free line: 888-227-1499 <\/p>\n

Getting to the Red Rock at Carson City International Invitational: <\/p>\n

Airlines: <\/p>\n

The closest major airport is the Reno -Tahoe airport. <\/p>\n

Travel time is about 43 minutes from the Reno airport to the ball park and host hotel.<\/p>\n

Reno Airport (RNO) <\/p>\n

http:\/\/www.renoairport.com\/ <\/p>\n

Directions to Carson City\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s Centennial Park: <\/p>\n

http:\/\/maps.google.ca\/maps?li=d&hl=en&f=d&iwstate1=dir:to&daddr=USA+(Centennial+Park)&geocode=CVID6yq75sFEFdwRVgId83fd-A&iwloc=1&dq=Carson+City+Centennial+Park&cid=12228847024243032614&ei=CVgaSe3oCaXiiwOOpODcCQ <\/p>\n

Car and Van Rentals:<\/p>\n

www.carrentals.com<\/p>\n

http:\/\/www.travelocity.com <\/p>\n

As of this release date, 8-passenger minivans are available for $41 a day plus taxes and smaller cars are available for about $25 a day plus taxes. <\/p>\n

Tournament Details: <\/p>\n

We are expecting a 16 team tournament again this year. <\/p>\n

It is expected teams will be from USA, Canada and Mexico. <\/p>\n

Games will conclude on Sunday early enough for teams to make flights from Reno. <\/p>\n

Red Rock at Carson City Tournament Committee: <\/p>\n

Roy Stout \u00e2\u20ac\u201c Teams\/Registration<\/p>\n

Please contact Roy with any questions or concerns about teams,<\/p>\n

Entry fees, deadlines, accommodation, etc.<\/p>\n

Roy Stout
\nP.O. Box 812
\nLake Hughes, CA 93532
\n661-724-1551
\numpire5@verizon.net <\/p>\n

Bob Henning – Umpire-in-Chief<\/p>\n

Umpires are driving and flying in from various locations around the USA as well as Canada. Many umpires have ISF International and\/or ISC World Tournament experience. All games will utilize the three-umpire system. <\/p>\n

It is expected that Bruce Bierman, ISC UIC will be in attendance. If you are interested in applying to be part of the officiating crew, please contact Bob directly. There are a few spots still open. <\/p>\n

Bob Henning
\n604-790-1166 Canada
\n360-739-0544 (when in USA)
\nbrotherinblue (at) shaw (dot) ca <\/p>\n

Jim Flanagan \u00e2\u20ac\u201c Jim joined our tournament committee and has a wealth of knowledge
\nand experience in fastpitch softball.<\/p>\n

Jim (at) fastpitchwest (dot) com <\/p>\n

Ken Hackmeister- Ken is the tournament director and can assist with any
\ntechnical or organizational issues and questions.
\n801-447-8807
\niscken (at) comcast (dot) net <\/p>\n

Ball Park Radio: <\/p>\n

Ballparkradio.com will be broadcasting selected games live on the internet. For more info, see: <\/p>\n

www.ballparkradio.com <\/p>\n

Official Photographer: <\/p>\n

Maddy Flanagan will be the official photographer for the tournament.<\/p>\n

maddy (at) maddysphotos (dot) com<\/p>\n

www.maddysphotos.com <\/p>\n

Official tournament coverage at Fastpitchwest: <\/p>\n

www.fastpitchwest.com <\/p>\n

Additional tournament coverage from Al Doran at Al\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s Fastball: <\/p>\n

http:\/\/www.alsfastball.com\/ <\/p>\n

Local Attractions: <\/p>\n

Carson City Sights and Attractions:<\/p>\n

http:\/\/www.carsoncity-nv.worldweb.com\/SightsAttractions\/ <\/p>\n

Carson City Hot Springs:<\/p>\n

http:\/\/www.carsonhotspringsresort.com\/ <\/p>\n

Things to Do:<\/p>\n

http:\/\/attractions.uptake.com\/nevada\/carson_city\/903202289.html <\/p>\n

Ken Hackmeister<\/p>\n

Red Rock at Carson City Committee<\/p>\n

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