WELCOME EVENT
The Welcome BBQ will take place on Wednesday, August 17th at Shell Place. The evening will begin at 6:00pm and includes a casual BBQ dinner. This event is complimentary for players, coaches, managers, officials, and Baseball Canada representatives. Friends and family that also wish to attend this event can purchase tickets by August 10th at www.macdonaldisland.ca/events
PRE-TOURNAMENT MEETING
The pre-tournament meeting will take place on August 17th at 8:00pm in Grand Ballroom C at Shell Place (MacDonald Island Park).
TEAM PHOTOGRAPHY
Team Photography will take place prior to the Welcome BBQ on Wednesday, August 17th at Legacy Dodge Field at Shell Place. All teams are required to wear their uniforms for their team photography session. Team photos may be pre-ordered online at www.18u.onewolf.ca
OPENING & CLOSING CEREMONIES
The Opening Ceremony will take place on Thursday, August 18th at 6:30 pm at Legacy Dodge Field at Shell Place and is included in the purchase of your tournament pass.
The Closing Ceremony will take place following the Gold Medal Game at Legacy Dodge Field at Shell Place, MacDonald Island Park.
All teams are required to wear their uniforms for the opening & closing ceremonies.
PRACTICE OPPORTUNITIES
On behalf of the 2022 Host Committee, we will be offering complimentary use of batting cages prior to game/practice time from August 16th to 21st. In addition, each team will have the opportunity to have one complimentary practice session at one of the two event venues, Legacy Dodge Field at Shell Place or Ross Hennigar Ball Park on either August 16th or August 17th. Please contact sportsreservations@rrcwb.ca or 780.791.0070 ext. 5110 to reserve your spot today. Practice times are schedule for 1 hr 20 minutes and are first come, first serve.
Ross Hennigar
August 16th 10am, 11:30am, 1pm, 2:30pm
August 17th 8:30am, 10am, 11:30am, 1pm, 2:30pm
Legacy Dodge Field at Shell Place
August 16th 10am, 11:30am, 1pm, 2:30pm, 4pm
August 17th 9am, 10:30am, 12pm, 1:30pm, 3pm
SKILLS COMPETITION
In the event that tie breaker games are not needed and there are no changes due to inclement weather, the Host Committee will plan a Skills Competition in the evening of Saturday, August 20th. Details will be shared during the Pre-Tournament meeting.
TRANSPORTATION
Local ground transportation is provided by the Host Committee and includes airport pick up/drop off, special event, practice, and game transportation between host hotels and the venues. Team Managers are asked to provide your airport arrival and departure times to Jodie Cooper as soon as they are confirmed. An email will be distributed to each team’s Chef de Mission regarding transportation prior to the event. A review of each team’s final transportation schedule will be completed for the duration of the tournament on Wednesday during the Pre-Tournament meeting. At this time, a contact person for transportation will also be given.
If teams have any additional transportation needs above and beyond what’s listed above (ie: team meals, tours, etc, please contact Scott Steffler, Director of Business Development at Diversified at scottste@dtl.ca for a discounted rate.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Our 2022 Host Committee has teamed up with Fort McMurray Hotel Group for the 18U Championship event.
Teams will be staying at the following hotels:
Merit Hotel and Suites | www.meritfortmcmurray.com
Nomad Hotel and Suites | www.nomadfortmcmurray.com
Teams are asked to contact Fort McMurray Hotel Group Reservations at 1-866-650-3678 ext. 7 or reservations@fortmcmurrayhotels.ca.
Teams have the option to add to their stay a breakfast for an additional fee per guest per room. This expense will be covered by the Teams at their discretion.
Each team has seven rooms currently reserved from August 17th to August 23rd. The seven rooms will be paid for by the Host Organizing Committee. Should a team arrive on August 16th or requires one additional room, the extra room or night booking will be at their own expense at time of reservation. Teams will still be required to sign a group conduct policy upon arrival and provide a valid non-prepaid credit card at check in to cover any incidentals that may be incurred.
ACCOMMODATIONS - FAMILY & FRIENDS
Family and friends can benefit from a preferred rate available at the Radisson Hotel & Suites www.radissonhotelsamericas.com/en-us/hotels/radisson-fort-mcmurray
For bookings, please use the link below:
LOCAL RESTAURANT OFFERS FOR TEAMS
As mentioned above, teams have the option to add to their stay a Breakfast for an additional fee per guest per room. This expense will be covered by the Teams at their discretion.
Boston Pizza Downtown and Timberlea
Team Menu; buy a medium or large pizza and get a 2nd for 50% off. Free non-stop fountain pop for in-restaurant dining. Please call ahead for large groups or to pre-order food.
Contact: 780-743-5056
www.bostonpizza.com/fort-mcmurray
Mr. Mike’s
10% off regular menu items for parents, access to the $20 or less Team Menu. Reservations would be appreciated! Please tip for large groups.
Contact: 780-215-6453
www.mrmikes.ca/locations/fort-mcmurray/
Seventy Two Kitchen & Patio (This is located on site at MacDonald Island Park)
15% off all food & beverages for groups
Contact: 780-791-6933
Banquet
20% off food and alcohol. Please show Athlete Card (below) for discounts. 1 free hour of bowling offered per team, call ahead to book.
Contact: 780-750-8696
kira.sutcliffe@thebanquetbar.com
Canadian Brewhouse
10% off food and 10% off drinks - Must make a reservation and have your event accreditation for verification. Pizza Party vouchers give 1 large 2-topping pizza per 4 players and a pop for each.
Contact: 780-743-4557
https://thecanadianbrewhouse.com/locations/fort-mcmurray/
LAUNDRY SERVICES
Fort McMurray Industrial Cleaners can provide laundry services for team uniforms. This will be at the expense of each individual team based on need. They can be contacted at 780.742.2262 to arrange for drop off.
TOURNAMENT PASS INFORMATION
Tournament passes, which include access to all games at both venues, including the Bronze Medal Game, Gold Medal Game, and Opening and Closing Ceremonies, are available as follows:
|
Tournament Passes |
Price |
|
Adult |
$72 |
|
Senior (60+) |
$54 |
|
Youth (7-17) |
$54 |
|
Children 6 & Under |
Free |
TOURNAMENT PASS ACCREDITATION PICK UP
Tournament passes and single game tickets will be available for pick up and/or purchase at MacDonald Island Park:
Suncor Community Leisure Centre – Guest Services
August 11th – 15th – 7am-10pm
West Shell Place – Box Office
August 16th & 17 12pm-8pm
August 18-21 7:30am-8pm
Any questions regarding Tournament Pass pickup for Ticketing can be sent to info@rrcwb.ca
UMPIRE INFORMATION
TRANSPORTATION
Transportation has been arranged for Umpires. Once Umpires have been assigned by Baseball Canada, they are asked to contact the Host Committee’s Director of Umpires directly to discuss transportation details.
Director of Umpires: Marcus Erlandson 780.619.5042 or marcus.a.erlandson@gmail.com
UMPIRES MEETING
The umpires meeting will take place on August 17 at 8:00pm in Grand Ballroom B at Shell Place (MacDonald Island Park).
You can find the full Participant Package here: Participant Package
