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| April 17 Bolivar66 42 posts | How many Teams would be interested in Playing in one of these events? If it was set up so that the Teams played against there own Caliber....... So for excample : you need 27- 50 yr Old Teams 3 Divisions of 9. 9 - AA Teams, 9 - AAA Teams, 9 - Major Teams 1 team from each Division makes it to the Finals Match plus 2 for Homeruns 2 Courtsey Runners Per Inning Batter Starts with 1 Strike & 1 Ball Entry Fee: $235 Cash Payouts: 1st $1000 2nd $750 3rd $500 4-9 Merchandize Whats your Thoughts?????? |
| April 17 taits Men's 65 4548 posts | I played for a Canadian team in St G in 2004, would love to to go Canada & play there. Personally, I do not like the 1\1 start count. Even w\ 1 to waste. Playing against own caliber is great goal but rarely a reality. Some team always manages to slide in an add on or someone to up the anti an bit. You might list number of games guaranteed. Good fee & prize structure. |
| April 17 taits Men's 65 4548 posts | One the caliber part, an AA team winner playing a Major tean in the finals might be the killer, But I see it in alot of tourneys I have played or play in and you do not know it until you get there. At least you might be prepared mentally ahead of time. |
| April 17 Bolivar66 42 posts | It would be a 3 Game Round Robin, Single Knock Out Teams must use there SSUSA ROSTER or SPN ROSTER THE SSUSA SUPERSEDES THE SPN ROSTER |
| April 17 Bolivar66 42 posts | It would be a 3 Game Round Robin, Single Knock Out Teams must use there SSUSA ROSTER or SPN ROSTER THE SSUSA SUPERSEDES THE SPN ROSTER |
| April 17 taits Men's 65 4548 posts | Seniors are used to 5 games. It's rare to see less, but have seen 4 game senior tourneys. Younger guys might go for it, they usually do the one day tourneys from what I recall. |
| April 17 taits Men's 65 4548 posts | The team I mentioned was\is Nanaimo Independance. Where are you located and or plan to having this event? |
| April 17 Bolivar66 42 posts | But if you back to comments made after the World Series Held in Seattle Last Year there where many Teams asking that it be cut back to 4 Games........ Plus as a Tournament Convenor, I will not Run a Tournament at a Loss ....... Consider the Cost of the Balls, Umpires, Prizinging, Field Maintence......... Up here none of this is Donated............. |
| April 17 Bolivar66 42 posts | But if you back to comments made after the World Series Held in Seattle Last Year there where many Teams asking that it be cut back to 4 Games........ Plus as a Tournament Convenor, I will not Run a Tournament at a Loss ....... Consider the Cost of the Balls, Umpires, Prizinging, Field Maintence......... Up here none of this is Donated............. |
| April 17 Bolivar66 42 posts | If we do hold this Event it will be Held at : Bolivar Park 13290 115 Ave Surrey, BC |
| April 17 taits Men's 65 4548 posts | I know about the cost, believe me. Have done tourneys for 3-4 years and this year might have been the last. None of my awards were donated either. For me the two day, 5 games are great. Have done a few 6 gamers, but as rare as a 4 gamer. Honestly do not think it would be viable for travelers to go for a 3 gamer with a 1 loss and your out deal. I could be wrong, there are some deep pocket teams that are well sponsored & funded all over the US. |
| April 17 Bolivar66 42 posts | Understand what your saying, looking at doing June 29-July2, so then Teams can at Least go to Softball City if they wish and see Part of Canada Cup as a side attraction. Just a Thought....... |
| April 17 taits Men's 65 4548 posts | There no doubt will be alot of tournaments spread out all over the US on that date, 1 for SSUSA which is an Atlantic Coast tourney that weekend. No matter which date you want there will be a conflict somewhere. For me I tried to plan in Nov-Dec for the next year and give a date well in advance with reminders. That allows for the teams to plan well in advance at least and if there comes a conflice when the other scheduled come out they have to choose but you did your part with early notification. What ever you do, I wish you the best of outcomes. |
| April 17 Bolivar66 42 posts | Thanks....Well Right now nothing planned on the Pacific West Coast, So why not give the Teams a Different Type of Event to try & they can still be Home for the 4th of July Celebrations ........ |
| April 17 taits Men's 65 4548 posts | Point made I understand well. If i still had a team, which i do not, my concern would be the two things I mentioned: Number od games and the calibre thing which I personally could live with. I do not like going to a tourney to play against another say AA or what ever rated team and end up playing against a Major + and getting wacked to death and then laughed at at tne end of the game. No fun in that even for the winners other than batting practice. I played in Palm Springs, Manifee, & Hemit where it was an ongoing situation. I won't go back to the latter two. and PS is dependant on who i'd play for. I'd like to go to BC and see the country. |
| April 17 Bolivar66 42 posts | Well come on up, we have a lot to offer......Remember our Tournaments can offer $$$$$$ Prizing & most do Have Beer Gardens ....... This CAN-AM EVENT has got the Blessing from SPN |
| April 18 Bolivar66 42 posts | Would SSUSA except/consider this Tournament as a Qualifier? As a Player or/and Coach whats your opinion |
| April 18 taits Men's 65 4548 posts | Call the number to the left and ask. |
| April 18 Bolivar66 42 posts | I've already have it in Motion....... Just trying to get the opinion of the Players/Coachs |
| April 18 Bolivar66 42 posts | For More Info on this Tournament www.bolivarpark.ca Go to Tournaments, on the Left Hand Side Then click the Bolivar Tournament ICON All the Info will be Posted By Noon Thursday, April 19 |
| April 18 Bolivar66 42 posts | It is now Posted Here is the Link: http://www.bolivarpark.ca/bolivars.htm |
| April 18 Bolivar66 42 posts | It is now Posted Here is the Link: http://www.bolivarpark.ca/bolivars.htm |
| April 19 TexasTransplant Men's 70 516 posts | Would you please explain the format for a 5x5x5 tournament? If they work the way I think they do, a team u might be disappointed if they took normal 12-13 man roster to one of these. |
| April 19 taits Men's 65 4548 posts | Looks like something the King of the Court team could or would play. Not sure I understand the ABC's of it, at all. Why not just field 10 guys as would normally be done. A through Explanation definately need by someone. |
| April 19 Enviro-Vac Men's 65 489 posts | I’ll give it a shot and try to explain the basics of how a 5x5x5 works. We plan on entering a team or maybe even two in the 50 division and maybe a team in each of the 55 and 60 division of this tournament. 5x5x5 slow pitch tournaments are gaining popularity for several reasons. It’s much easier to organize a team to travel when you only need a minimum of 5 players, though 6 or 7 in case of injury or to rest a player here and there is more desirable. With a team of 5 players plus an EP or two you get more at bats then you would in a regular game and, because it easy to organize 5 player teams, a convener can usually get more teams to a tournament. More teams usually equals better prizing (typically cash & prizes in Canada) & cheaper entry fees. Here’s how it works: You need a minimum of three, 5-player teams on one field and, decided by a coin toss, one team starts in the outfield, one in the infield and one at bat. 1. 5 guys play out-field until you get 3 out then; 2. the 5 guys move from OF to the in-field until you get 3 outs, then; 3. the IF go to bat until you are put out 3 times (you can also have an E/P or two batting and alternating on defense),...start again in the OF Everything else is just regular slow pitch after that. Jim Klassen, Manager Enviro-Vac Marauder 50s |
| April 19 Enviro-Vac Men's 65 489 posts | I did not explain the 5 defensive players exactly right. It’s 4 out-fielders and a pitcher and, 4 in-fielders and a catcher. For more information visit this link to the flyer: http://www.bolivarpark.ca/bolivars.htm Cheers, Jim Klassen, Manager Enviro-Vac Marauder 50s |
| April 19 bashbro1 Men's 70 267 posts | To see the Flyer on the 5/5/5 Can/Am Tournament just paste the URL address displayed below in the address line in your browser and it will bring up the promotion on bashbro1's NW Senior Softball site. Art Eversole (Ruth 60's Communications Kent, WA) Go here =>: http://www.bashbro1nwseniorsoftball.com/id31.html |
| April 19 taits Men's 65 4548 posts | I sure would hope the IF and OF players got along with each other. If one or the other teamed up together they could ress it up for the 3rd team. Would be different and might be worth trying, but the game as we know it, is best for myself. I know of 1 other type that are almost as "complicated", if not more so. Complicated for me only because I haven't heard or, or read how it works. Thanks for the insight Jim. |
| April 19 Bolivar66 42 posts | This Tournament is now a Qualifier for SSUSA |
| April 19 Bolivar66 42 posts | CAN - - AM JUNE 29 – JULY 2 5 x 5 x 5 Entry Fee: $235.00 USD $250.00 CDN 3 Game Round Robin - Single Knock Out Prizing: 1st $1000.00 - 2nd $750.00 - 3rd $500.00 4th-9th – SPN Merchandize for Each Team ALL Cash Prizing Paid Out in CDN Funds Location: BOLIVAR PARK 13290 115 Ave Surrey, BC Men’s 50 + 9 AA, 9 AAA, 9 Major Teams – Play Sat/Sun Men’s 55 + 9 AA, 9 AAA, 9 Major Teams – Play Sun/Mon Men’s 60 + 9 AA, 9 AAA, 9 Major Teams – Play Fri/Sat SSUSA QUALIFIER Need 27 Teams in each Age Category Host Hotels: Days Inn Surrey Hotel 9850 King George Highway, Surrey, BC, Canada. Call us toll-free 1-800-663-0660 Direct: 1-604-588-9511 Holiday Inn Express 15808 104th Ave Surrey, BC. Direct: 1-604-930-8510 Code: BSP Tournament Format Team “A” Starts with 4 Outfielders, 1 Pitcher & 1 EP Optional Team “B” Starts with 4 Infielders, 1 Catcher & 1 EP Optional Team “C” Starts with 5 Batters & 1 EP Optional - Each Team allowed to carry up to 10 Players - Each Team allowed to Field 5 Players & 1 EP Optional - 3 Divisions of 9 Teams make up the Tournament - 1 Team from Each Division, makes the Final - Canadian Teams Ranked by SSUSA must keep those Ranking in this Tournament. - Canadian Teams will Keep there SPN Rankings From here it’s played like any other Game. Tournament Rules - Batter starts with 1 Strike & 1 Ball - Max 5 Runs per Inning, Last inning Open - No new inning to start after 60 min. - Umpire will call last inning at 60 Min. if at the Top of the inning that will be your last inning…..If the inning has already started then the next inning will be the last - Homeruns - Match plus 2 - Courtesy Runners … 3 per inning, can only run once per inning - Mat will be used - SSUSA Bat rule will be in effect. Send Checks or Money Orders To: STC 11003 129 St, Surrey BC Canada, V3T 3J3 Contact: Peter betterms@shaw.ca or Web Site www.bolivarpark.ca Fax 1-604-585-0669 |
| April 20 Bolivar66 42 posts | A Player may Play on 1 Team in every age Catagory if His Age allows it |
| April 20 Bolivar66 42 posts | Here is an answer to another QUESTION: YES YOU CAN SPLIT YOUR TEAM IN 2 & ENTER 2 TEAMS. BUT ROSTERS WILL BE SUBMITED BEFORE START OF TOURNAMENT.... TEAMS CAUGHT USING ILLEGAL PLAYERS WILL BE REMOVED FROM THE TOURNAMENT WITHOUT COMPENSENSATION & REPORTED TO THE GOVERENING BODIES. IF IT HAPPENS IN THE FINALS, THE CASH PRIZES WILL BE MOVED DOWN IN ORDER OF FINISH. THE DISQUALIFIED TEAM WOULD BE PLACED LAST. TOURNAMENT CONVENOR |
| April 20 Bolivar66 42 posts | Qualifier for the WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS in OC. |
| April 20 Bolivar66 42 posts | Gary: Maybe this is more Helpful........ 2007 WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS Phoenix, AZ Oct. 19 - Oct. 28, 2007 |
| April 20 Bolivar66 42 posts | Gary19 If you put some thought behind your question, you might understand the 5x5x5 concept....... If a Team wants to Play in a Taditional Tournament, and does not have enough players to field a Team they usually don't Play or go looking to Pick Up Players. With this Format you don't need your Full Roster and can still QUALIFY for the WORLDS ..... PLUS YOUR TEAM IS ALREADY RANKED BY SSUSA .... IF YOUR TEAM IS NOT THEN YOU CONTACT SSUSA SIMPLE>>>>>ALL FORMS ARE ONLINE TO FILL OUT/NEW TEAMS |
| April 20 taits Men's 65 4548 posts | The can of sardines is opening, hope there aren't any anchovies in it. IF ONLY a qualifier for a Canadian Worlds there should be no proble, another country another world. If however a qualifier for SSUSA, there really would be a mess on down the road. Can't see the team playing split either, who would be declaired the victors. when two different sets of 5 were involved. If they were seperate teams playing against each other let em in but only one should win. There is a limit on pick up players in USSSA so five would be out of the question. I do think it might be a nice one to try though. |
| April 20 DesertGuy Men's 60 224 posts | Gary19 - I don't think you read the entire press release from Daid Stern. Garnett and Nash each get one 'out of area' player. Nash took Ron Artest and Garnett took Pacman Jones. Should be very entertaining! |
| April 23 Bolivar66 42 posts | Pretty classy Gary19 |
| April 24 Bolivar66 42 posts | After some serious Consideration & discussions with SSUSA it has been decided that this TOURNAMENT WILL NOT BE A QUALIFIER. TOURNAMENT IS STILL SANCTIONED BY SSUSA/SPN EVERYTHING THING ELSE WILL REMAIN THE SAME INCLUDING THE PRIZE $$$$$$$$$ We have Teams signing up already ...... BOLIVAR SLO-PITCH www.bolivarpark.ca betterms@shaw.ca |
| April 27 Bolivar66 42 posts | Starting to get Teams calling Now for this Event, If your Team is Interested in Playing in this Event, Contact me soon as some Catagorys will fill up Fast........ Peter betterms@shaw.ca Send Cheque to: STC 11003 129 St Surrey BC Canada V3T 3J3 |
| May 1 Bolivar66 42 posts | It's never hard .... |
