ASA Tournament 2011 gapss date change - july 15-17

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Good idea.

 

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8 more applications in the mail yesterday. As always, looking for more 10u teams. Good 10u selection so far but would like a full field of 12 teams.

 

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I checked the website. It looks as though our webmaster took down the results from 2010 but didn't move them to 'past results' yet. I am assuming he still has the info so I am sure he will get to it as he makes 2011 additions.

 

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With 11 days remaining, here is where we are in the way of team counts:

10u - 7 teams - 12 total spots (pretty good turnout at 10u this early)
12u - 7 teams - 12 total spots ( a little surprised, great opportunity to play against top teams)
14u - 22 teams - 21 total spots (more teams coming)
16u/18u - 62 teams - 50 total spots (a lot more teams coming based on emails)

 

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Who's in?

Deadline was just today and they said in a previous post that teams would be notified by Feb. 15.

 

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Luv this tournament, but shouldnt a tournament of this stature pick a weekend and stay with it. I know Stingrays has had the same weekend for a long time and teams know when it is and keep that weekend open, in case they are selected. I believe GAPSS is big enough to do the same.

Not that the change doesnt help teams, (opening up the weekend for other options) but like I said, pick a weekend and stick with it. Those that want to come will.

Too good of a tournament to flip flop. Might leave doubt in stability.

Ironically, GAPPS Although a great tourny is NOT big enough from a Showcase event. TD says that due to other(meaning new and more desireable) Showcases and Individual All Star events........l(Adidas, DeMarini,......) appearently MANY other teams and individuals would rather go elsewhere. Just means there are other opportuntities that GAPPS is not able to compete with. Why GAPPS feels need to bounce around to try and preserve the orginal vision or value doesn't make sense.

Laser Nation had a Mega hit last year with their 1st annual, because there was a NEED due to the Compuware BS / Mass Exodus.

Might be time for GAPPS to take what they can year in and year out and not disrupt other orgs ONLY chance at fundraising and deal with the fact although it is a great tourney, it might never get to where they dreamed it getting to.

GAPPS used to be a great place to go for a local tune-up before Nationals. However, MOST serious Ohio Teams are leaving the state for the BIG Showcase events a couple times a summer and then want/need downtime before Nationals.

Maybe the Original GAPPS Vision and the current GAPPS value to the customer base are not aligned.

 

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Ironically, GAPPS Although a great tourny is NOT big enough from a Showcase event. TD says that due to other(meaning new and more desireable) Showcases and Individual All Star events........l(Adidas, DeMarini,......) appearently MANY other teams and individuals would rather go elsewhere. Just means there are other opportuntities that GAPPS is not able to compete with. Why GAPPS feels need to bounce around to try and preserve the orginal vision or value doesn't make sense.

Laser Nation had a Mega hit last year with their 1st annual, because there was a NEED due to the Compuware BS / Mass Exodus.

Might be time for GAPPS to take what they can year in and year out and not disrupt other orgs ONLY chance at fundraising and deal with the fact although it is a great tourney, it might never get to where they dreamed it getting to.

GAPPS used to be a great place to go for a local tune-up before Nationals. However, MOST serious Ohio Teams are leaving the state for the BIG Showcase events a couple times a summer and then want/need downtime before Nationals.

Maybe the Original GAPPS Vision and the current GAPPS value to the customer base are not aligned.

Triple - welcome to the conversation, better late than never - I guess?

I think the overwhelmingly positive feedback from the 140+ teams that have applied as well as the emails from the college coaches who said that they have it on the schedule and like the change in date and format is all I need to really hear as a TD.

And just to put it into perspective - 6 teams respectfully asked for a refund (which we happily provided) because of a commitment/desire to play in another tournament based on the date change. 6 out of 140 felt they had a better option. I'd say that's a pretty good ratio.

I'd say our 'product' is just fine and the list of teams is as strong as ever. But, we really appreciate your concern for the well-being of our tournament.

Mike

 

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Looking forward to the list coming out.

 

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Looking forward to the list coming out.

We are too. We are waiting for the last 'postmarked' apps to hit the PO Box and then we are going to get together as a committee to go through and make the tough choices.

 

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im guessing that would be a good guess

 

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Triple - welcome to the conversation, better late than never - I guess?

I think the overwhelmingly positive feedback from the 140+ teams that have applied as well as the emails from the college coaches who said that they have it on the schedule and like the change in date and format is all I need to really hear as a TD.

And just to put it into perspective - 6 teams respectfully asked for a refund (which we happily provided) because of a commitment/desire to play in another tournament based on the date change. 6 out of 140 felt they had a better option. I'd say that's a pretty good ratio.

I'd say our 'product' is just fine and the list of teams is as strong as ever. But, we really appreciate your concern for the well-being of our tournament.

Mike

WOW! Then what the heck was all the Hoopla about? It sounds like it's better then ever. Please RECALL my last entry. Being in CHI Town now, I have to rely on what I read... Guess I will make a few calls to the old network before I post. Good Luck! And I hope you guys head west this summer or fall. The Sparks and Hawks tournies will be fantastic Showcase opportunities for you guys.

 

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Should it be taken that a team is in, if your check for entry fee has been cashed? Just checking.

No. In the application we explained that we would be cashing checks on receipt and we would issue refunds for the teams that did not make it into the tournament.

Mike

 

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10u Teams participating in the 2011 GAPSS Tournament.

10u Teams

Buckeye Heat 00 Central Ohio Lady Vipers Cincy Doom 00 Heart of Ohio Fear Factor Marion Diamonds Ohio Hawks 00 Ohio Ice - Bristow P C Pride Ohio Ice - Orange Venom OPEN SPOT OPEN SPOT

Because we have 3 open spots remaining, we will accept 3 additional teams on a first come, first serve basis. Please send an email to td@gapss.org if you are interested in participating.

 

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12u Teams participating in the 2011 GAPSS Tournament.

12u Teams

Buckeye Heat 98 Central Ohio Hawks 98 Central Ohio Lady Vipers 98 Cincy Static 98 Ohio Lady Lasers 98 Gray Ohio Lady Lasers 99 Purple MC Madness Red OFC Heat 98 Ohio Dragons 99 Ohio Hawks 98 - Lenos Ohio Stingrays Venom

The 12u division is full. We are currently accepting teams to a waiting list. Send and email to td@gapss.org.

 

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14u Teams participating in the 2011 GAPSS Tournament.

14u Teams

All American RoadRunners Buckeye Heat 96 - Kurelic Buckeye Heat 96 - Lee Buckeye Heat 97 - Brininger Central Ohio Heat Fastpitch Central Ohio Ice 97 Central Ohio Lady Vipers 97 Central Ohio Lady Vipers - Hughes Championship Fastpitch Cincy Doom 97 Cincy Static 97 Heart of Ohio Bombers Ohio Lady Lasers 97 Orange Marion Diamonds MC Madness Red Miami Valley Express OFC Heat 96 Ohio Classics 96 Ohio Classics 97 Ohio Hawks 97 - Herman Ohio Ice Ohio Stingrays 96 Ohio Stingrays 97 Ohio Wolfpack Riptides Team Pennsylvania Venom Black

The 14u division is full. We are accepting teams to a waiting list. Send an email to td@gapss.org

 

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We are currently reviewing 75+ 16u/18u applications. We hope to have a team list announced by no later than Monday evening. Thanks for your patience.

 

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Thanks for the acceptance. Very nice lineup!

 

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YAY~! Looks great Can't wait!

 

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WOW ! A very tough 14U field indeed.

This looks like the toughest 14U field in years at gapss.

 

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14u field looks very tough. Should be fun. Looking forward to seeing the 16u field.