2025 18U National ChampionshipsAug 14-17 Fort McMurray, Alberta2025 BASEBALL CANADA 18U NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP PRESENTED BY FORT MCMURRAY 468 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Fort McMurray, Alberta – Updated April 2025
GREETINGS FROM THE 2025 HOST COMMITTEE
We are very excited to welcome Baseball Canada back to Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo this summer! We are thrilled to be your hosts for this year’s 2025 Baseball Canada 18U National Championships Presented by Fort McMurray 468 Economical Development!
ABOUT FORT MCMURRAY
Fort McMurray is located in the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB). The RMWB is a collection of several communities, of which Fort McMurray is the urban centre. Fort McMurray offers a wide range of services, including hotels, restaurants, retail stores and more. The majority of the retail and restaurant opportunities are located in the downtown core where you will find:
Fort McMurray also hosts tourist attractions, including the Oil Sands Discovery Centre where you can learn about the history of the oil sands in the region. Visitors can also check out Fort McMurray’s Heritage Shipyard and Heritage Village. Here is more information on Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo: www.fmwb.ca
ABOUT THE VENUE
The two fields for the 2025 Baseball Canada 18U National’s are:
Legacy Dodge Field at Shell Place is located at MacDonald Island Park, Canada’s largest recreation centre which features a full service facility including the Miskanaw Golf Club and Suncor Community Leisure Centre. Located in the Suncor Community Leisure Centre are several amenities, including the Syncrude Aquatic Centre, Fitness Centre, indoor running track, CNOOC Field House 1 & 2, Pepsi Climbing Wall, squash and racquetball courts, and more. Each player, coach, chef de mission, and umpire will also have complimentary day pass access to MacDonald Island Park on behalf of the 2024 Host Committee by showing your event accreditation to Guest Services to obtain your daily wristband.
MacDonald Island Park is also home to the Miskanaw Golf Club. From August 13th up to and including August 18th, the following discounts are provided for participants, coaches, chef de missions, umpires, and Baseball Canada representatives. They include:
Large Bucket – Regular Rate: $15 18U Championship Discounted Rate: $7.50
Small Bucket – Regular Rate $10 18U Championship Discounted Rate: $5
9 Holes – Regular Rate: $65 18U Championship Discounted Rate: $50
18 Holes – Regular Rate: $115 18U Championship Discounted Rate: $85
Based on availability
Please contact the Pro Shop to reserve your tee time up to 5 days in advance at 780.790.1812
Any participant who rents or drives a power cart will require a valid drivers license at time of purchase
More information regarding MacDonald Island Park can be found here: www.macdonaldisland.ca
TEAM INFORMATION
Chef de Missions (Team Managers): Please provide your contact information as soon as possible to the 2025 Baseball Canada 18U Nationals Host Committee Co-Chair Jennifer Warwick at jennifer.warwick@rrcwb.ca
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 13TH ITINERARY SUMMARY - TENTATIVE
4:30pm TEAM Photography (main entrance of Legacy Dodge Field)
5:15pm Umpires Photo (main entrance of Legacy Dodge Field)
5:40pm All Teams, Umpires, Officials down on event level of Legacy Dodge Field
6pm Opening Ceremonies at Legacy Dodge Field
6:45pm BBQ Dinner Commences in SMS Stadium for Teams
(This is complimentary for Players, Coaches, Chef de Mission, Umpires, Official Scorers, and Baseball Canada Representatives)
7:30pm Transportation begins back to hotels for teams
8pm Pre-Tournament Meetings in Shell Place Grand Ballrooms
(1 coach and 1 chef de mission must attend per team. Transportation will be provided for everyone back to the hotels after the meetings) For those chef’s offsite a link will be provided to join by Microsoft Teams.
OPENING CEREMONIES/WELCOME EVENT
Opening Ceremonies for Baseball Canada 18U Nationals will take place Wednesday, August 13th at 6pm at Legacy Dodge Field and is included in the purchase of your tournament pass. Participants will have a casual Welcome BBQ that will take place right after opening ceremonies in SMS Equipment Stadium. Start time will be approximately 6:45pm as noted above. This event is complimentary for players, coaches, managers, officials, and Baseball Canada representatives.
All teams are required to wear their uniforms for the Opening Ceremonies. Please come dressed and bring your cleats with you.
PRE-TOURNAMENT MEETING
The pre-tournament meeting will take place on August 13th at 8:00pm in the Grand Ballroom at Shell Place (MacDonald Island Park). Two team representatives are asked to attend (Head Coach & Chef de Mission). Transportation will be provided back to the hotels after this meeting.
CLOSING CEREMONIES
The Closing Ceremonies for both championships will take place following the Baseball Canada 18U National Championships Gold Medal Game at Legacy Dodge Field at Shell Place, MacDonald Island Park. This will be at approximately 9:00pm on Sunday August 17th. All participating teams (Gold, Silver, Bronze medal winners) are required to wear their uniforms for the Closing Ceremonies.
PRACTICE OPPORTUNITIES
On behalf of the 2025 Host Committee, we will be offering complimentary use of batting cages prior to game/practice time from August 13th to 17th for Baseball Canada 18U National Championship
In addition, each team will have the opportunity to have one complimentary practice session.
Please contact clayton.altares@rrcwb.ca or 780.791.0070 ext. 5078 to reserve your spot today. Practice times are schedule for 1 hr 20 minutes and are on a first come, first serve basis.
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TEAM PHOTOGRAPHY
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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 for players, coaches, and chef de missions for those teams that choose to stay at the provided/assigned hotels as noted below. Teams are asked to provide your airport arrival and departure times to Jennifer Warwick as soon as they are confirmed. A transportation schedule will be shared with each team’s Chef de Mission prior to the championship. A review of each team’s final transportation schedule will be completed for the duration of the tournament on Thursday during the Pre-Tournament meeting. For any transportation inquiries after the pre-tournament meeting, please contact:
Jennifer Warwick – Host Committee Co-Chair – 780.747.4843
* Reminder: No cleats on the busses J
ACCOMMODATIONS – BASEBALL CANADA 18U NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS TEAMS
Our 2025 Host Committee has put holds based on the room lists provided to Baseball Canada. The following teams have been assigned to the hotels as follows. Teams must reach out directly to the hotels to confirm their rooms 45 days prior to the event. If teams have not confirmed or put down a credit card for said rooms, they will be released.
Merit Hotel & Suites
Merit Hotels & Suites | Hotels in Fort McMurray
Teams: Ontario , Quebec, Alberta, Prince Edward Island, and New Brunswick,
Contact: guestservices@meritfortmcmurray.com
Nomad Hotel
Nomad Hotel & Suites | Fort McMurray Hotels
Teams: Novia Scotia, Manitoba, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, and Newfoundland
Contact: fom@nomadfortmcmurray.com
The Host Organizing Committee has reserved rooms for each team with a check-in of August 13th to a check-out on August 19th. The number of rooms reserved was based on the requests provided to Baseball Canada. Upon arrival at the hotel, teams may need to sign a group conduct policy.
*As a reminder teams not utilizing the provided hotel options will be responsible for their own transportation for the event.
ACCOMMODATIONS - FAMILY & FRIENDS
Family and friends can benefit from a preferred rate with Radisson Hotel & Suites & Quality Hotel
Radisson Hotel & Suites
The Family & Friends room block is held under “Baseball Canada 18U Championship” at a per night rate of $149 for a Standard room, or $159 for a King Suite until July 14, 2025. Breakfast can be added to your stay for $15/person. All rooms in this block are at the responsibility of the individual’s booking.
To book you can contact the hotel directly at (587)-604-0447 and press #9 to speak with Front Office Agent directly, or through the link www.choicehotels.com/reservations/groups/PV99I5
LOCAL RESTAURANT OFFERS FOR TEAMS & TOURISIM FORT MCMURRAY
Seventy-Two Kitchen & Patio (This is located on site at MacDonald Island Park)
15% off all food & beverages for participants, officials, and parents (show championship accreditation at time of order)
Contact: 780.791.6933
MERCHANDISE
There will be an opportunity to purchase Championship branded and Baseball Canada merchandise. Sales will occur throughout the event but will have limited stock.
A group, pre-order form for Championship merchandise will be shared with each team’s Chef de Mission. It is asked that team’s fill out this form and submit it “as a team” and not individually.
MEDICAL, MASSAGE, AND PHYSIOTHERAPY
Walk In Clinics:
Franklin Avenue Community Care Clinic
#203, 8706 Franklin Ave. Fort McMurray, AB.
1.780.715.1700
https://www.communitycareclinic.ca/
Hardin Medical Clinic
Unit 15 - 9711 Hardin Street Fort McMurray, AB
1.780.750.2180
www.facebook.com/hardinmedicalclinic
Walk In and After Hours Clinic/ Access Medical Clinic:
8600 Franklin Avenue #327, Fort McMurray, AB
1.780.743.4553
https://access-medical-clinic-doctor.business.site/website/access-medical-clinic-doctor/
Emergency Dental Service Providers:
Franklin Dental Care
201 - 8706 Franklin Ave, Fort McMurray, AB
1.780.790.0088
www.fortmcmurraysmiles.com
River City Dental
611-8600 Franklin Ave. Fort McMurray, AB
1.780.791.9797
www.rivercitydentalclinic.com
Morrison Centre Dental Group
201-9914 Morrison St. Fort McMurray, AB
1.780.809.4829
www.morrisondental.ca
Stoneycreek Village Dental
201 –100 Riverstone Ridge, Fort McMurray, AB
1.780.666.7327
www.stoneycreekvillagedental.ca
Emergency Services/Hospital:
Northern Lights Regional Health Centre
24 hour service
7 Hospital Street, Fort McMurray, AB
Switchboard 780.791.6161 | Main Line 780.791.6217
https://www.ahs.ca/nlrhc
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 587.645.0755 or marcus.a.erlandson@gmail.com
UMPIRES MEETING
The umpires meeting will take place on August 13th at 8:00pm.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Umpires have been assigned to The Pomeroy Hotel
Umpires have rooms reserved from August 13th to a check-out on August 19th. Accommodations are based on double occupancy and will be paid for by the Host Organizing Committee. Your stay includes a complimentary breakfast. Room lists must be provided ten days in advance to the Host Organizing Committee.
Umpires are required to provide a valid non-prepaid credit card at check in to cover any incidentals that may be incurred.
TOURNAMENT PASS INFORMATION
TOURNAMENT PASS INFORMATION – Baseball in Fort McMurray
PURCHASING PASSES
Baseball 18U Championship passes are available for purchase now. Tournament passes can be purchased online at www.macdonaldisland.ca/events after May 30th.
Players, Coaches, and Chef de Missions will receive complimentary access to all games and special events.
Tournament passes, which include access to all games also include the Bronze Medal Game, Gold Medal Game, and Opening and Closing Ceremonies:
|
Tournament Passes |
Price |
|
Adult |
$79 |
|
Senior (60+) |
$59 |
|
Youth (7-17) |
$59 |
|
Children 6 & Under |
Free |
SINGLE GAME TICKETS
Single game tickets can be purchased for each game during Baseball 18U Championships. Single game tickets will go on sale the last week of July.
|
Single Day Tickets |
Wednesday – Saturday Price |
Sunday Price |
|
Adult |
$12 |
$17 |
|
Senior (60+) |
$10 |
$15 |
|
Youth (7-17) |
$10 |
$15 |
|
Children 6 & Under |
Free |
Free |
TOURNAMENT PASS ACCREDITATION PICK UP
Tournament passes will be available for pick up and/or purchase at MacDonald Island Park.
Any questions regarding Tournament Pass pickup for Ticketing can be sent to info@rrcwb.ca
SUITE PASSES
Legacy Dodge Field at Shell Place is equipped with several private suites for guests to experience the tournament away from the crowds. Baseball Suites have exceptional views of the stadium and include event tickets, VIP entrance and outdoor patio. Premium catering services available to order at an additional cost. Suite capacity is a maximum of 25 guests per suite.
Suite passes for the duration of the Baseball Canada 18U National Championships are $1,999+ Taxes & Fees and come with 25 lanyards for the full tournament. Suite inquiries can go to Host Committee Guest Experience Chair at richa.thakur@rrcwb.ca
HOST COMMITTEE CHAIRS
Co-Chairs
Jennifer Warwick
Manager, Recreation & Culture
Regional Recreation Corporation of Wood Buffalo
780-747-4843
Jennifer.warwick@rrcwb.ca
Mike Mayuk
President
Fort McMurray Minor Baseball Association
