Brandywine Cal Ripken Youth Baseball/Tee Ball League: Welcome

BRANDYWINE CAL RIPKEN
320 BELL ROAD P. O. BOX 532 NILES, MI 49120

TO ALL 2010 OHIO VALLEY REGIONAL STATE CHAMPIONS OR QUALIFIERS:

Congratulations!

You have reached something that so far, only 80 other teams in the whole country have achieved. That is a season maker in itself!

We, at Brandywine Cal Ripken BRL would like to welcome you to Niles, Michigan. We are home to two great school systems; Brandywine Public Schools, Home of the Bobcats, and Niles Public Schools, Home of the Vikings.

Brandywine Cal Ripken has hosted several State and Regional Tournaments over the 30 years we have been affiliated with Babe Ruth Baseball. Our last Regional tournament was back in 2000 when we hosted the 12 year olds.

As a group, you will be part of Brandywine Cal Ripken baseball history, as we have finally accomplished what we set out to do several years ago. With a lot of help from the Niles Charter Township Parks Dept., some local township officials, and many volunteers from our league, our outfield fence has been moved back approximately 40 – 45 feet, and more lighting has been added. This feat was started just 3 weeks ago, and with a lot of effort by one particular man, we will just call him “Joe”, our league goal has been achieved.

These renovations will add a lot of memorable plays in games played here and we are glad you get to help create some of the first memorable ones.

I have been League President for the last 16 years, and I for one am very proud of the accomplishments that have been made to our facility in such a short period of time. With out the help of many volunteers it would have never been accomplished.

So, to you champions and qualifiers, welcome to Brandywine Cal Ripken Baseball and “Thank You” for being a part of our history!

Sincerely

Jamie Stover

President, Brandywine Cal Ripken BRL

 11 YR OLD 50-70 OHIO VALLEY REGIONAL
BRANDYWINE CAL RIPKEN NILES, MICHIGAN

Official League name:  Brandywine Cal Ripken BRL
Host President: Jamie Stover 269-362-2451
Park address: Fireman’s Youth Park 320 Bell Rd. Niles, Mi 49120
269-683-8001

Teams check in at Fireman’s Youth Park:

Group 1: Host, N. Ind, C. Ind, & Mi @ 11am
Group 2: Ohio, S. Ind., Wisc, N. Ill. @ 12pm
Group 3: E. Ky, W. Ky, N. IND - 2, S. Ill @ 1pm

Orientation: @ Brandywine High School  1700 Bell Rd. Niles, Mi 49120

Group 1 @ 12pm
Group 2 @ 1pm
Group 3 @ 2pm

Ice Breaker Dinner: Starting around 5pm at Fireman’s Youth Park
All players and Coaches must attend!
For this evening you will be allowed to wear just your Team shirt and Hat dress shorts (no cutoffs or basketball shorts or swim pants allowed).

Team Members are Free - Family and friends are welcome for a small fee.
$7 Chicken dinner (for $4,  an alternate choice will be available).

Opening Ceremonies: On the field starting around 6:00 - 6:30

Parade of Teams

Welcome speeches from:
Jamie Stover, Brandywine Cal Ripken President
James Ringler, Niles Charter TWP & former Brandywine League President
Jeff Jackowiak, Former Detroit Tiger pitcher under Jim Leyland

Babe Ruth Sportsmanship Code

National Anthem by Carol Hurt

Homerun Derby: starting around 7:30 (Each team to submit 2 players)

Fireworks at dusk

Friday - 7:00 AM:  Coach’s Breakfast @ Joey Armadillo’s
This meeting is mandatory COACH’s and your (2) assistants must attend.

Hotel Coordinator: Gail Fox (574-514-8817)

Major sponsors:  Kachur Tree Service - Niles, MI & Coastal Landscape - South Haven, MI

Brandywine Cal Ripken Baseball Babe Ruth League
Concession Stand Menu

HOT FOOD:

Breadsticks with Cheese:  $1.50
Corn Dogs:  $1.25
French Fries:  $2.00     add cheese:  .25     add chili:  .25
French Fries with Bacon & Ranch:  $2.50
Walking Taco:  $3.00
Brat:  $2.00
Hot Dog:  $1.50     add cheese: .25      add chili: .25
Onion Rings:  $2.50
Jalapeno Poppers:  $2.50
Mozzarella Sticks: $2.50
Nachos & Salsa or Cheese:  $2.00
Pretzel:  $1.00 - Plain or Cinnamon
Pretzel with Cheese:  $1.50
Popcorn:  $1.00

Munchies:

Chips:  .50
Combos:  .75
Sunflower Seeds:  .75
Flavored Seeds:  1.50

Breakfast:

Breakfast on a Stick:  $1.00
Sausage Sandwich:  $1.50
Taquito:  $1.50

Candy Bars / Candy:

Snickers • Kit Kat • Hershey • Reese's • M&Ms • Skittles • Milky Way • Baby Ruth
All above $1.00 each

Big League Chew:  $1.25
Bubble Yum:  .75
Home Run Gum:  .10
Cry Baby:  .10

Licorice Rope:  $1.00
Cow Tales:  .50
Pop Rocks:  .25
Jolly Rancher:  .25
Laffy Taffy:  .10
Niles' Own Veni's Rock Candy:  $1.00

Ring Pop:  .75
Push Pop:  .75
Mega Lollies:  .50

Cold Treats:

Sno Cone:  .50
Icee Pop:  .75
Ice Cream Sandwich:  .75
Snickers Ice Cream Bar:  $1.00
Frozen Lemonade:  $1.00
Root Beer Float:  $2.00
Ice Cream Sundae in a Cup:  $3.00     Includes choice of topping:  Snickers • Reeces • Oreos • M&Ms

Drinks:

Fountain Drinks:  $1.00
Pepsi • Diet Pepsi • Mauntain Dew • Dr. Pepper • Sierra Mist • Mug Root Beer

Slush Puppies:  $1.50
Cherry • Blue Raspberry • Orange • Grape • Sour Apple
Add Shocker (Sour):  .25

Slush Puppy Float:  $2.00

Gatorade:  $1.50
Blue • Purple • Yellow • Orange • Red

Bottled Water:  $1.25

Coffee or Hot Chocolate:  $1.00

We will also have Hamburgers and Chicken Sandwich specials during the Tournament.

No COOLERS containing food will be allowed into the park.  We will be allowing water to be brought in do to the possibility of high temperatures expected in the area.  

Ohio Valley Regional Tournament Admission Fee

Adult Tournament Pass:  $20.00
Adult Daily Fee:  $7.00
Child 6-17 Tournament Pass:  $10.00
Child Daily Fee:  $4.00
Child 5 & Under:  Free

These are prices are set by Babe Ruth Headquarters, Brandywine Cal Ripken has nothing to do with this.
Mark Watkins Ohio Valley Regional Commissioner

These passes will be available for purchase at the Icebreaker Dinner.

2010 Ohio Valley Region Cal Ripken Division Pool Pairings/Game Slate

Pool 1:   Eastern Kentucky, Central Indiana,Southern Illinois, Host Team

Pool 2:  Ohio, Southern Indiana, Northern Indiana 2nd, Wisconsin

Pool 3:  Northern Indiana, Northern Illinois, Western Kentucky, Michigan

Friday July 23, 2010

Game 1:  E. KY vs S. IL - 10:00 AM
Game 2:  OH vs N.IN (2nd) - 12:00 Noon
Game 3:  N. IL vs W. KY - 2:00 PM
Game 4:  S. IN vs WI - 4:00 PM
Game 5:  N. IN vs MI - 6:00 PM
Game 6:  C. IN vs Host - 8:00 PM

Saturday July 24, 2010

Game 7:  N. IL vs MI - 9:00 AM
Game 8:  OH vs WI - 11:00 AM
Game 9:  E. KY vs C. IN - 1:00 PM
Game 10:  N. IN vs W. KY - 3:00 PM
Game 11:  S. IN vs N.IN (2nd) - 5:00 PM
Game 12:  Host vs S. IL - 7:00 PM

Sunday July 25, 2010

Game 13:  OH vs S. IN - 9:00 AM
Game 14:  N. IN vs N. IL - 11:00 AM
Game 15:  C. IN vs S.IL - 1:00 PM
Game 16:  N.IN-2nd vs WI - 3:00 PM
Game 17:  W. KY vs MI - 5:00 PM
Game 18:  E. KY vs Host - 7:00 PM  

TOP THREE TEAMS FROM EACH POOL ADVANCE, SEED 1 THRU 9, 8 AND 9 SEED HAVE A PLAY-IN GAME TO SEE WHO FILLS THE 8TH SEED IN THE SINGLE ELIMINATION BRACKET.

Monday July 26, 2010

Game 19:  8 vs 9 - 11:00AM

SINGLE ELIMINATION STARTS

Game 20:  4 vs 5 - 1:00 PM
Game 21:  3 vs 6 - 3:00 PM
Game 22:  2 vs 7 - 5:00 PM
Game 23;  1 vs 8 - 7:00 PM

Tuesday July 27, 2010

Game 24:  Winner Game 20 vs Winner Game 23 - 3:00 PM
Game 25:  Winner Game 21 vs Winner Game 22 - 5:00 PM
Game 26:  Winner Game 24 vs Winner Game 25 - 8:00 PM

The Sportsmanship Code of Babe Ruth League:

Develop a strong, clean, healthy body, mind and soul.
Develop a strong urge for sportsmanlike conduct.
Develop understanding of and respect for the RULES.
Develop courage in defeat, tolerance and modesty in victory.
Develop control over emotions and speech.
Develop spirit of cooperation and team play.
Develop into real, true citizens.  

WELCOME TO MICHIANA 

Brandywine Cal Ripken wants to welcome you and your families to Michiana, where Michigan and Indiana meet.

We have many fun things to do and see in our corner of the state & we hope you enjoy your stay.

Listed below are a few places we thought you’d like to visit.

NILES, MICHIGAN:

Hackers Golf and Games:
3019 S. 11th St. Niles, MI 49120
269-684-6868
Go-carts, mini-golf, batting cages, arcade, and driving range

Wonderland Movie Cinema
402 N. Front St. Niles, MI 49120
269-683-1112
www.wonderlandcinema.mooretheatres.com
Prices range from $2.50-$5.00  All new movie titles.
Free Movie In The Park:  Friday, July 23
The movie this night is JUMANJI
Behind Wonderland Cinema at Riverfront Park
Bring your own blankets, lawn chairs, food, etc.
Movie begins at dusk

Joey Armadillo’s
2732 S. 11th St. Niles, MI 49120
269-687-5555
Bowling, arcade, and food

Downtown Niles:

Niles Bensidoun French Market & Artisan Faire
Every Thursday and Saturday from 9am-2pm

Lake Michigan Beaches

New Buffalo:  100 Marquette Dr., New buffalo, MI 49117

Weko Beach:  5239 Lake St., Bridgman, MI 49106

Silver Beach:  414 State St., Saint Joseph, MI 49085

SOUTH BEND, INDIANA:

South Bend Silverhawks Minor League Baseball
501 W. South St., South Bend, IN 46601
Game times:
July 23- 7:30
July 24- 5:30
July 25- 2:00
July 26- 7:00
Bleacher seats $6.00, Box seats $8.00

College Football Hall of Fame
111 South St. Joseph St., South Bend, IN 46601
574-235-9999
www.collegefootball.org

Potawatomi Zoo
500 S. Greenlawn, South Bend, IN 46615
574-288-4639
www.potawatomizoo.org

University Park Mall
6502 Grape Rd. Mishawaka, IN 46545
574-277-2223

Notre Dame University:

Hammes Bookstore and Café
1234 N. Eddy St., South Bend, IN 46617
1-800-647-4641