Excellent post Bill, as I agree a second fall tournament (early to mid September) in the Central Ohio area is much needed!!! Also being a qualifier at this time of year is a non factor, as the key is to market your tournament early and often, to attract as many high profile teams as possible...good competition is the key here. Advertise and update your tournament info on both OFC and JJ Huddle, as communication is another key to success.
I know that if Danny Taylor is still involved, he completely understands that most teams want to be challenged and wants to play the best competition out there. This is why the "Fall Classics" Tournament in Pickerington has become such a huge success!!! Great teams attract other great teams. There were many softball fans at this tourney that had no affiliation with any team, just wanted to watch some of the best teams around the state.
If you have access to a printer, print out a couple hundred flyers and pass them out to all the coaches, parents and players of your local feeder programs at Teays Valley and Circleville. Create excitement in the communities and make it a joint effort if possible, you know Woody Hayes always said "you win with people". Advertise it as a "End of year Softball Celebration". This not only serves attendence but also gets future travel players/parents excited on what is out there, which will hopefully serve your H.S. programs on down the line. Plus it may keep them away from the dreaded Soccer people...lol.
If this was to happen in 2007 you would most likely want to secure a date as soon as possible and start promoting it as much as possible. Good luck and if you any further questions feel free to give me a e-mail or phone call.
