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OASA Masters HOTEL AVAILABILITY ALERT

May 30, 2008

Niagara Falls, ON

Niagara Falls Canada
 
To all Masters teams planning on attending the OASA Masters championships in Niagara Falls July 18-20.
The two host hotels have set aside rooms, please see the press release below to get hotel details.
These rooms are being held to June 18th (one month prior to the tournament). After that date they will be released to the general public. It will be very very difficut to get a room in Niagara Falls if you do not take part in the host hotel offer. July is extremely busy in Niagara with tourists. If you attending please book your rooms ASAP.

 
PRESS RELEASE


2008 Ontario Masters Provincial Fastball Championships

Niagara Falls, On

The Ontario Amateur Softball Association (OASA) has a rich heritage in promoting and fostering men's fastball since its formation in 1923.  The OASA is a member association of Softball Ontario, the governing body for softball In Ontario.


About Niagara Falls, park location and directions:

Niagara Falls is a great place to visit in the summer. Aside from the Falls itself there are many attractions to take in including the Niagara Parks and two world class Casino’s. Please see niagarafallstourism.com


The Ontario Masters "A" & "B" Provincial Championships will take place July 18, 19 & 20th. at Ker Park in Niagara Falls Ontario. Directions to Ker Park, take QEW Niagara to Thoroldstone Road exit in Niagara Falls. Turn left at the ramp (Thoroldstone Road) and go back over the highway. Turn left on Sinnicks Rd. at the McDonald's. The park is a few blocks down Sinnicks on the right. 


Divisions – New "B" division for 2008 !!!!

The "A" & "B' Championships will be run as 2 completely separate divisions with no cross scheduling, "A" teams will only play "A" teams and the "B" teams will only play other "B" teams.
Gold and Silver medals will be awarded by the OASA in both divisions. Most Valuable Pitcher & Most Valuable
Player awards will be presented by the Host Committee in each division as well. The OASA Masters Championship is also known as the Jack Cook Classic, the OASA will present the Jack Cook Classic award to a player, coach or manager who displays skill, leadership and sportsmanship on and off the field. The OASA has a scholarship program rewarding the scholastic and academic excellence of players at the Midget and Junior level enrolled in either a community college or university. This scholarship program is funded by a plan that accepts donations as well as a significant donation from the Jack Cook Classic Provincial Masters Championship host.

The Masters "B" division is newly created for 2008, this new division has strict eligibility rules in place to ensure any "B" teams will be competing against other teams of the same caliber. Click the following link to view these new eligibility rules   .....  http://www.oasa.ca/mensnews.htm


Important !!!– Affiliation date

Some things to keep in mind .............
OASA Affiliation Date : June 10th. Your team's entry fee should be in the hands of the OASA Registrar by this date, the entry fee is $325
Download the OASA Affiliation Form here :  http://www.oasa.ca/forms/Affiliation%20Form.pdf
OASA Registrar : Mary Myles    905-727-5139    e-mail : mjnm@sympatico.ca


Insurance requirements:
Insurance : Liability Insurance is mandatory, if your team doesn't have proof of insurance you can purchase liability insurance through the OASA. Liability insurance costs $ 21.50 per team.Your team can also purchase accident insurance for $ 32.50 per team, accident insurance is optional.
OASA Insurance Coordinator(s) :   Ron & Sharon Taylor    705-778-2637    e-mail :   srtaylor@heydon.com 


Host Hotels - Niagara Falls. Note these need to be booked ASAP as there is enormous demand for hotels in Niagara Falls in July:
Niagara Falls Host Committee
Rob Greatrix  rob@integrityhealth.tv


HostHotels :
Clarion President Hotel and Suites - close to park and major attractions and SPONSORING the tournament. Only 60 rooms available Fri and Sat night. www.niagarafallshotelsinfo.com
$109/night. Need to be booked by June 18, 2008 under the name OASA Masters Championship. Children under 18 and parking are free. Call 905-374-4142 X 235. heatherl@cogeco.net
Quality Hotel & Conference Centre – close to major attractions and SPONSORING the tournament
$139/night - Rate always includes our Hot Buffet Breakfast & Free Parking for all of groups. We also have Free Wireless Internet, Outdoor & Indoor Heated Pool, Jacuzzi, Free Coffee in the Lobby, etc...
5807 Ferry Street
Niagara Falls, ON L2G 1S8
Direct: 905-353-1079
Hotel Toll Free (Resv): 1-800-215-5691
F: 905-353-1425
www.qualityhotelniagarafalls.com
camar.ching@qualityhotelniagarafalls.com


General tournament info:
- Souvenir t-shirts for sale
- Beer tent
- Concessions
- On site deli preparing food
- On site sporting goods for sale
-  3 game guarantee
-  Check out the official OASA web site : http://www.oasa.ca/index.htm
-  Check out the Ontario Masters Fastball web site : http://www.eteamz.com
- need players for your team ? check out the out the Masters Fastball Forum : http://ghfl.ca/forum/



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