9U MINORS CENTRAL
JULY 5-12, 2008
Grimes Park & Dr. Pepper Park
DeSoto and Arlington, Texas

Hosted by Texas Tournament Baseball, the 2008 9U Minors Central Championship will be played at the fabulous Grimes Park & Dr. Pepper Park in DeSoto and Arlington, Texas.  These outstanding parks are just 20 minutes south downtown Dallas!  Opening ceremonies include a parade of teams, motivational speaker, games, face painting, celebrity announcers and the "Lone Star Opening Game!"

Plus there will be special events at Ameriquest Field - home of the Texas Rangers.  Teams can choose to attend a Rangers game;  join in our parade of teams on the field; and some lucky players will even throw out the first pitch prior to the Rangers' game!

Championship games will played in the beautiful Dr. Pepper Park at Ameriquest Field.

This event features an exciting week of fun-filled attractions and events; hotel, airfare and car rental discounts; and the best awards in the nation including including travel awards of up to $3,200.00 for our national champions and up to $1,600.00 for our runner-ups (amount of compensation based on number of teams participating in your division.)

9U MINORS - $ 575.00

Make Checks Payable to:
TEXAS TOURNAMENT BASEBALL

Perry Holloway
214-906-2556
877-992-3110
pholloway@texastournamentbaseball.com

Bernie Keasler
bkeasler@texastournamentbaseball.com

Super Series Championships
Texas Tournament Baseball
512 Hampton
Suite 216
Desoto, TX  75115

This event are open to ALL 9U teams.  Qualification is required for ALL 9U Minors Teams.

Unqualified 9-year old teams must participate in the 9U Division.

All teams, ages 7U through 18U,
will utilize the May 1st age cutoff.

To determine your team's tournament age, determine the age of your oldest player on
April 30^th 2008, and that is the age that your
team is eligible to play.

All teams will be assured of a 5-game minimum.  Teams will have three pool play games for seeding into a double-elimination bracket. Most teams will play more that five games.

We accept a maximum of 64 teams. 

Pools will be seeded based on national qualifying points earned at our qualifying events.  The Super Series national office will make all pool assignments.

Following pool play, bracket seed will be based on: (1st) won-loss record in pool play; (2nd) runs allowed; (3rd) runs scored.

 Pool play results in summer national championships have significant importance.  The number of teams advancing to the championship bracket after pool play shall be:

       Total Teams                           Teams Advancing to
   Entered in Event                   Championship Bracket

1 to 16                                  All
17 to 32                                16
33 to 48                                24
49 to 64                                32

(This places increased importance on pool play games.  For example, if there were 32 total teams in a championship, the top 16 finishers in pool go to the championship, and 16 teams would advance to consolation.  For a full event of 64 total teams, a maximum of 32 teams advance to the championship bracket, and the reminder advance to consolation.  Pool play is now very important)

All national qualifying points earned during the regular Spring-Summer season will be used in making pool assignments.  The teams with the most points will receive the highest seeds in pool play.

     CLICK HERE FOR ENTRY INSTRUCTIONS

CLICK HERE FOR NATIONAL ENTRY FORM

All Super Series National Championship entries close when mail arrives TWO WEEKS in advance of the check-in date - OR - when the event has received 64 paid and qualified entries (whichever occurs first).  Some of our championships do sell out in advance of the entry deadline.

This event are open to ALL 8U teams.  Qualification is not necessary, however, teams that have qualified will receive the highest seeds during pool play.

Team Check-In is by schedule appointment.  Teams may request preferred times if such times are still available.

Since team photos are part of Check-In, all players should wear full uniforms.  Managers and coaches should wear their normal color-coordinated coaching apparel.

All teams will be assigned times, however; every team must be available to check-in at 8:00am on
Saturday July 5th, 2008

REGULAR CHECK-IN: 
SATURDAY, JULY 5th
8:00am - 12:00pm
1:00pm - 5:00pm
6:00pm - 10:00pm

Desoto Town Center
211 E. Pleasant Run Road
DeSoto, TX  75115

 Managers and players must appear at check-in.  Managers will be asked for all paperwork, including copy of insurance certificate, copies of all birth certificates, two copies of your team's official Super Series roster.

All pre-ordered souvenirs will be handed out to the teams during check-in.

Managers will also be asked to SHOW original birth certificates or U.S. Passports. Date of birth on the governmental documents must match the birth dates on the birth certificate copies and roster.  Proof of team insurance is also required.

TEAMS: All teams must check-in no later than Saturday.  No late team arrivals, nor late starts will be permitted.

PLAYERS: All players must arrive no later than the start of the team's 3rd scheduled pool game.  Once the 3rd game has started, no additional players may join the team.

All late arriving players must meet personally with the tournament director for individual check-in prior to participation.  Failure to check-in with the tournament director will disqualify the player and the team.

All players must meet age and residency requirements.

Any American or Minors division team having a player from outside their home state, must request a border exemption from the national Super Series office.  If a team has any approved out of state players, you must have a valid Border Exemption certificate (issued by the national office) attached to your team registration.  For our border exemption policy, see our online rules - click here.

GRIMES PARK
501 E. Wintergreen
DeSoto, TX

DR. PEPPER PARK
Arlington, TX

Sat. July 5th

Team Check-in:        8:00AM – 12:00PM
                                    1:00PM – 5:00PM
                                    6:00PM – 10:00PM

General Team Check in at DeSoto's Town Center.  The town center is located approximately 3 miles from Grimes Park.  Coaches & all Players with original birth certificates are required to attend. Pre-order Tournament Passes & Pre-order T-shirts will be handed out at this time.   All teams must come in full uniform for team pictures.
 

Desoto Town Center
211 E. Pleasant Run Road
Desoto, TX. 75115
(map)

All managers must check their team in prior to competing in the National Tournament events.  Teams will be assigned times however, every team must be available to check-in at 8:00 AM Saturday, July 5, 2008.  Manager’s will be provided check-in time by Monday June 30, 2008. Manager must have each player’s original birth certificates (or a US Passport) and a photocopy of the original, a copy of insurance and 2 copies of their roster.  Players must be present at check-in to review each birth certificate. All pre-order items will be given to managers at the time of check-in.

Sun. July 6th

Manager’s Meeting (Mandatory)  10:00AM – 11:00PM
Bluebonnet Room - Desoto Town Center

Mandatory coaches meeting held in the Bluebonnet Room, located in the Town center.  Rules and discussions will be conducted at this time with the tournament directors and head umpire.  In addition, pool play schedules will be handed out, and the Lone Star opening game will be drawn.

 All managers must attend and no more than two representatives per team please. Coach's passes will be passed out at meeting.

Team Mom's Meeting (Highly recommended)
10:30AM – 11:00PM - Pecan Room - DeSoto Town Center

City representatives will be present to discuss activities to do while you are in town.  Shopping, entertainment, the top restaurants in the area will be discussed.   We will also make corrections or exchanges to all pre-order souvenirs at this time.

Opening Ceremony (Mandatory)  2:00PM – 3:30PM
TEAMS ASSEMBLE AT 1:00PM
Grimes Park - 501 E. Wintergreen - DeSoto, TX.

Teams will assemble and march in FULL UNIFORM from the back practice area through the park and into the Championship Stadium - All teams will be announced.  This will begin at 2:00pm.  Teams will need to be at the park at 1:00pm to be staged.

Teams are HIGHLY encouraged to make posters or team banners to use during the parade, as many action shots will be taken for the Super Series Magazine.

Opening benediction will follow the parade of teams.

Following the Opening Ceremonies, we will offer  a  chance to eat dinner and watch local BMX professionals  in the only covered BMX track in the State of Texas. The BMX track is directly behind Grimes park.

Cost of the dinner is $5 per person.  Hot Dog/Hamburgers, chips, beans,  and drink.  PLAYERS EAT FREE!

Lone Star Skills Competition  4:30PM – 6:30PM
Grimes Park - 501 E. Wintergreen - DeSoto, TX.

Players will be competing for some very nice prizes.  A Professional DJ's will play music!

Skills with be:

• Home Run

• Outfield Accuracy Throw 

• Timed Base Running

• Infield Around-the-Horn

TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE

Mon.  July 7th thru Tue. July 8th - Pool Play (3 games)
Wed. July 9th thru Fri. July 11th - Double Elim. Games
Saturday July 12th - Championship Games (Dr. Pepper Park)
Sunday July 13th - Rain Date

Manager’s Meeting (Mandatory) 
Sunday, July 6th - 10:00AM – 11:00AM
Bluebonnet Room - DeSoto Town Center

All managers must attend and no more than two (2) representatives per team please. Coach's passes will be passed out at meeting.  Lunch will be served for the manager’s.

Game schedules WILL NOT be released
until the managers' meeting.

Championship Bracket Seeding Meeting (Mandatory)
Tuesday, July 8th, 2008
At Conclusion of Pool Play - Time to be Announced

Team Mom's Meeting (Highly recommended)
10:30AM – 11:00PM - Pecan Room - DeSoto Town Center

City representatives will be present to discuss activities to do while you are in town.  Shopping, entertainment, the top restaurants in the area will be discussed.   We will also make corrections or exchanges to all pre-order souvenirs at this time.

SUN. July 6th

Opening Ceremony (Mandatory)  2:00PM – 3:30PM
TEAMS ASSEMBLE AT 1:00PM
Grimes Park - 501 E. Wintergreen - DeSoto, TX.

Teams will assemble and march in FULL UNIFORM from the back practice area through the park and into the Championship Stadium - All teams will be announced.  This will begin at 2:00pm.  Teams will need to be at the park at 1:00pm to be staged.

Teams are HIGHLY encouraged to make posters or team banners to use during the parade, as many action shots will be taken for the Super Series Magazine. 

Opening benediction will follow the parade of teams.

Following the Opening Ceremonies, we will offer  a  chance to eat dinner and watch local BMX professionals  in the only covered BMX track in the State of Texas. The BMX track is directly behind Grimes park.

Cost of the dinner is $5 per person.  Hot Dog/Hamburgers, chips, beans,  and drink.  PLAYERS EAT FREE!

Lone Star Skills Competition  4:30PM – 6:30PM
Grimes Park - 501 E. Wintergreen - DeSoto, TX.

Players will be competing for some very nice prizes.  A Professional DJ's will play music!

Skills with be:

• Home Run

• Outfield Accuracy Throw 

• Timed Base Running

• Infield Around-the-Horn

TEXAS RANGERS GAME
Tues. July 8th
Parade and Banner Contest
During Opening Ceremonies
RANGERS VS. LOS ANGELES ANGELS

Texas Tournament Baseball and the Texas Rangers will sponsor a 'PARADE OF TEAMS' and Team Banner Contest at Ameriquest Field!  During the parade of teams, a selected Texas Ranger staff and a representative from the TTB, will choose the banner that best represents the team, the tournament, and the Texas Rangers.  The winning team will be escorted to a luxury suite to watch the game!  Per Texas Ranger policy, each player must have a paid ticket to enter the stadium.

Texas Tournament Baseball is pleased to announce a memorable night when the Los Angeles Angels come to town on July 8th, 2008.  TTB has purchased more than 2000 of the most desirable seats in the stadium and will pass the savings on to you!  Tickets will go on sale June, 1st, 2008 through the Texas Tournament Baseball website.  Tickets will be on a first come, first served basis, and will only be sold in group blocks of 10 or more.

In addition to a great game, TWO lucky players (1 from each division) will get to stand on a major leagues pitcher's mound and throw out the first pitch!

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Players and Coaches are Always Free

SAVE WITH
ALL TOURNAMENT PASSES:
Passes may be purchased at team check-in and
ONLY at the site designated by your event director

DAILY GATE ADMISSIONS:

Pin trading is a huge feature of all Super Series National Championship events.  We recommend that all teams bring team pins for trading. 

CLICK HERE FOR NATIONAL AWARDS

CLICK HERE FOR RING ORDERING DETAILS
 

Super Series again will present National Championship travel expense rewards for all National Champions!  

 National Champions can earn up to $3,200.00 and runner-ups win up to $1,600.00 in team travel compensation.
(Division travel rewards based on $50 per participating team for 1st place, and $25 per participating team for 2nd place)

All game scores and brackets will be
available on our web site at:

http://superseriesscores.com

The Super Series National Championships require the highest level of integrity from both participants and spectators.

Harassment of opponents, trash talking, and/or the use of profanity by players, coaches, or fans will result in ejection or disqualification.

We will not tolerate misconduct by managers, coaches, players or fans.

If security or police are summoned, the team is immediately disqualified from any further participation in Super Series Baseball of America.

Super Series will provide four National Championship game baseballs per game.  If this supply of baseballs is exhausted due to non-return of foul balls or home runs, the teams playing shall be required to replace the baseballs not returned to the game.

Only Super Series National Championship game baseballs may be used in tournament games.  Additional championship game baseballs may be purchased at our championship souvenir stands for $5.00 each.

CLICK HERE FOR RULES

Teams may choose one boy, or one girl, to serve as bat boy, or bat girl for the team.  Per Super Series rules and insurance requirements, the bat boy or bat girl must wear a double-flap helmet at all times.  Additionally, the bat boy or bat girl must be added to the team's official roster, (just as a player is added consuming a roster spot) in order to be covered by the team's insurance.

All players must wear their game uniforms to team check-in.  Team photos are taken as part of check-in.

Additionally, some events publish formal program books.  When this occurs, the tournament event manager will need a team photo well in advance of the tournament in order to include your team within the book.  (Please check with your event director to see if a program book is being produced for your event.)

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