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Dear Little League Family,
Oconee County Little League (OCLL) is pleased to be hosting the 2016 GA Senior League State Tournament this season. Our hope is that this will be an enjoyable tournament for each of the leagues represented. We are here to make your stay and experience in Athens as enjoyable as we can. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you while you are visiting here with us.
OCLL would like to thank Oconee County High School for allowing us to utilize the high school baseball field for the tournament. If you have any issues during your time at the park, please look for an OCLL staff person.
The tournament director for the Senior League Tournament will be the OCLL Executive Vice President, Eric Kincaid. He will be working closely with the District 10 Administrator, Robin Scott to make sure the tournament goes smoothly.
The weather hotline for the parks can be reached at 706-769-2965 for current updates.
Once again, OCLL hopes you have a successful, winning and enjoyable tournament. Good luck to all teams!
Brian Kimsey President Oconee County Little League LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL GEORGIA DISTRICT 10 Welcome to the 2016 State Senior League Baseball Championship. It is an honor and a pleasure for me to welcome each of you to the 2016 Senior League Tournament. All of the players participating in this Tournament deserve our Congratulations for their outstanding accomplishments and dedication to athletic excellence and teamwork. Sincere appreciation is felt for the many dedicated volunteers whose selfless efforts make possible our Little League Programs. We as adults, can receive one of life’s greatest rewardswards----the love and fellowship of our children. I hope all the teams, families and fans enjoy their stay in Oconee. Congratulations to all Teams and Best Wishes for a safe and memorable Tournament.
Robin Scott District Administrator Georgia District 10 Little League Baseball
Georgia State Senior League Baseball Tournament 2016 Contact Numbers
Tournament Staff Eric Kincaid Tournament Director 870-718-3008 (cell) Brian Kimsey Oconee President 706-540-4889 (cell) Kelly Saxon Oconee Treasurer 706-206-9849 (cell) Jennifer Brugh Oconee Player Agent 706-207-3227 (cell) District Staff Robin Scott District Administrator 706-247-6513 (cell) Ryan House Umpire-in-Chief 706-621-0392 (cell)
1- We will make every attempt to call all teams with information on rainouts and schedule changes as quickly as possible. 2- All games will be played in sequence. 3- Please be sure that the Tournament and District staff have accurate phone numbers for all managers and coaches (cell phone numbers where possible). As you are aware, weather changes quickly and storms are very peculiar. Especially, this time of year. A cell number may enable us to catch you on the road before you drive all the way to the field to find out that the game(s) have been rained out. 4- Please be patient. It is highly likely that rain will cause some changes to our schedule. Saturday, July 9 8:30am
Oconee County High School Baseball Field 2721 Hog Mountain Road Watkinsville, GA 30677
Bring: Tournament Affidavit Book Little League Rule Book Assistants and Coaches Welcomed Games maybe rescheduled to resolve scheduling conflicts arising from instances of curfew, inclement weather, etc. Questions Call: Robin Scott 706-247-6513 Things To Know Before the Manager’s Meeting
•AA game schedule is attached. •GamesGames maybe rescheduled to resolve scheduling conflconflictsicts arising from instances of curfew, inclement weather, etc. •GamesGames will be played at Oconee County High School BBaseballaseball Field. •ThereThere is a batting cage. •PracticePractice times during the week (off days) will be mmadeade available at the Manager’s Meeting. •Each team is responsible for its own water/Gatorade coolers. •BringBring your District Championship Banner. •PleasePlease go to http://www.llbgeorgia.org for most current schedule and results. •UpdatesUpdates will also go on the District 10 Facebook papage.ge. GA Little League District 10
DISTRICT Little League Rule Book CHAMPIONS 2016 Georgia State Senior Baseball Tournament Team Info Please email to [email protected] no later than July 6, 2016
District # Team Name:
Coaches Names: Cell Phone Number: 1 2 3 4
Players Names: Jersey # 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
Team Moms: Cell Phone Numbers: 1 2 Miscellaneous Information
There will be a $3.00 admission fee charged each day for anyone over the age of 18. (Players, Managers & Coaches are free.) A meal will be provided for those listed on the affidavit. The team manager will be given additional details in regards to meal at the mandatory managers meeting. We have ample bleacher seating for everyone as well as room for lawn chairs. There will be a concession stand offering hamburgers, hot dogs, popcorn, candy, soft drinks, water and so on. Tobacco use of any kind including e-cigarettes is strictly prohibited in the stands, immediate vicinity of the stands and on the playing field. No alcoholic beverages are allowed. No Littering- Please place trash in waste cans and clean out dug-outs after each game.
Directions to Oconee Co. High School: Located at 2721 Hog Mountain Road, Watkinsville, GA 30677
From Atlanta on US 78 E: Turn right onto GA 53 (Hog Mountain Road). OCHS is 8 miles on the right.
From Atlanta on GA 316 E: Turn right onto GA 53 (Hog Mountain Road). OCHS is 1212 miles on the right.
From the Athens Bypass (10 Loop): Take exit 4 (on the outer loop) or 4A (on the inner loop) towards Watkinsville (US 441 S). Go 3 miles then turn right onto Hog Mountain Road (Racetrac gas station). OCHS is 3 miles on the left. From Augusta: Take II----2020 to Exit 130 (Greensboro/Eatonton). Turn left at the end of the ramp onto Highway 44, at the red light in downtown Greensboro turn left onto US278/GA12/GA15, at the next red light turn right onto GA15. Follow GA15 for approx. 25 miles.Tuen left onto GA53/Experiment Station Rd. (3 rdrdrd red light in Watkinsville). At the second red light turn left onto GA53/Hog Mountain Road the baseball field is about 1 mile on the left.
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POLICE, FIRE, MEDICAL – 911 IDENTIFY YOUR LOCATION AS: OCONEE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL FIELD 2721 HOG MOUNTAIN ROAD WATKINSVILLE, GA 30677 HOSPITALS: ST. MARY’S HOSPITAL 1230 BAXTER STREET ATHENS, GA 706-548-7581 OR ATHENS REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER 1199 PRINCE AVENUE ATHENS, GA 706-475-7000
THE TOURNAMENT STAFF WILL BE AVAILABLE TO ASSIST IN CASE OF EMERGENCIES. We will attempt to have EMS personnel available at all times. A first aid kit is available upstairs above the concession stand. General Guide to Treating Injuries Protection- Protect the injured part Rest- Avoid using the injured part Ice- Apply ice 20 – 30 minutes every hour Compression- wrap with elastic bandage Elevate - Elevate higher than heart Support- Provide support for the injured part
AVOID HEAT RELATED ILLNESS WATER – WATER - WATER
Springhill Suites 3500 Daniels Bridge Rd. 706-353-8484 Country Inn and Suites 236 Old Epps Bridge Rd. 706-612-9100 Sleep Inn 109 Florence Drive 706-850-1261
& RESTAURANTS Restaurants Watkinsville Area Zaxby’s 1013 Park Drive, Watkinsville 706-769-2000 Papa John’s 2061 Experiment Station Rd., Watkinsville 706-769-1221 McDonald’s 2063 Experiment Station Rd., Watkinsville 706-769-9225 Subway 1971 Hog Mountain Rd., Watkinsville 706-769-1222 Domino’s 2051Experiment Station Rd., Watkinsville 706-769-8000 Dairy Queen 1011 Park Drive, Watkinsville 706-769-0089 Chicken Express 50 N. Main Street, Watkinsville 706-769-0883 Rachel’s 1021 Jamestown Blvd., Watkinsville 706-310-0091 Waffle House 8000 Macon Highway, Watkinsville 706-769-9578 Dickey’s BBQ 2131 Hog Mountain Rd.; Watkinsville 706-705-1326
Epps Bridge Road Area Waffle House 1717 Epps Bridge Rd., Athens 706-546-4400 Pizza Hut 1720 Epps Bridge Rd., Athens 706-208-3399 Zaxby’s 1800 Epps Bridge Rd., Athens 706-227-0811 Chick-fil-a 1870 Epps Bridge Rd., Athens 706-369-9500 Barberitos 1880 Epps Bridge Rd., Athens 706-354-0300 Ihop 1061 Parkway Place, Athens 706 -353 -0344 Wendy’s 1011 Jordan Dr., Athens 706-227-2950 Cracker Barrel 1913 Epps Bridge Rd., Athens 706-208-0304 Ryan’s 1021 Dowdy Rd., Athens 706-543-8203 McDonald’s 1791 Epps Bridge Rd., Athens 706-227-9200 Five Guys Burgers 1850 Epps Bridge Rd., Athens 706-549-9081 Larry’s Giant Subs 1720 Epps Bridge Rd., Athens 706-227-7298 Other Favorites The Varsity 1000 West Board Street, Athens 706-548-6325 The Grill 171 College Ave., Athens 706-543-4770 Buffalo’s 196 Alps Road, Athens 706-354-6655 Chili’s 185 Alps Road, Athens 706-613-5405 Loco’s Timothy Road, Athens 706-549-7700 Logan’s 3668 Atlanta Hwy., Athens 706-227-9890 CiCi’s Pizza 3190 Atlanta Hwy., Athens 706-613-2424 Stevi B’s Pizza 122 Alps Road, Athens 706-208-9552 Memorial Park And Bear Hollow Wildlife Trail 293 Gran Ellen Dr. Zoo: 706-613-3616 Park: 706-613-3580 Cost : Free - donations accepted. 9 AM - dusk daily http://www.athensclarkecounty.com/bearhollow
Experience 80 acres of rolling hills, a lake, picnic shelters, walking trails, playground area, and a small zoo (Bear Hollow Wildlife Trail). Resident animals include black bears, bobcats, white-tailed deer, river otters, owls, and over 120 species of wild, free-living animals.
Oconee Forest Park Located within the Recreational Sports Complex at the intersection of College Station and East Campus Roads. Park information: 706-542-2521 Canoe rental: 706-542-5060 Cost : Free. http://www.forestry.uga.edu/wsfr/
This 60-acre natural area has hiking trails, a teaching-tree trail, a 1.2-mile mountain bike trail, and a 15-acre lake. Mature oak and hickory trees mingle with tulip poplars in the 100-year-old forest, home to the largest scarlet oak tree in Georgia.
Sandy Creek Nature Center And Ensat Center 205 Old Commerce Rd. 706-613-3615 Cost : Free. Trails open daily until sunset Center open Tues. - Sat. 8 AM - 5:30 PM http://www.sandycreeknaturecenter.com
Explore over 225 acres of woodland, fields, and marshland that support a variety of wildlife, including five miles of trails. The Environment, Natural Science and Appropriate Technology (ENSAT) Center features live animal exhibits and ADA accessible trails.
Sandy Creek Park 400 Holman Rd. Cost : $2 706-613-3631 http://www.sandycreekpark.com
This 782-acre park features a 260-acre lake with beach, boating, fishing, camping, hiking, tennis, basketball, volleyball, ball fields, playgrounds, rental facilities, and off-leash dog parks. The State Botanical Garden Of Georgia 2450 S. Milledge Ave. 706-542-1244 Cost: Free Grounds: 8am-sunset daily Visitors Center: 9am-4:30pm Tues-Sat.; 11:30am-4:30pm, Sun. http://www.uga.edu/botgarden/
Five miles of color-coded nature trails wind through 313 acres. Whether jogging or strolling, visitors will find a trail to meet their needs.
Butts-Mehre Heritage Hall Sports Museum Corner of Lumpkin St. and Pinecrest Dr. 706-542-9094
Cost : Free. 8 am - 5 pm Mon.-Fri. 2pm-5pm Sat. & Sun.
Through videos and displays, the achievements of UGA sports teams and individual athletes are highlighted. Included in the exhibits are the Heisman trophies won by Frank Sinkwich and Herschel Walker.
The Double-Barreled Cannon As a weapon for the Civil War, the cannon is a one-of-a-kind relic. Never used in battle due to its spectacular failure in testing, it has met with success as a symbol and cherished landmark of Athens. Facing northward (just in case!) on the grounds of City Hall, corner of Hancock Street and College Avenue. The Tree That Owns Itself Professor W. H. Jackson, out of love for a great oak on his property, willed to the tree ownership of itself and the land within eight feet of it on all sides. Corner of Dearing and Finley Street. Where are the movie theatres in town?
Beechwood Stadium 11; 196 Alps Rd.; Athens, GA 706-546-1011
University 16; 1793 Oconee Connector; Athens, GA 706-353-9122
Where are the parks located?
Bishop Park , 705 Sunset Dr. 706-613-3589, located in Normaltown. Athletic fields, basketball courts, playgrounds, pool, recreation building/gym, tennis courts (two covered), and trails
Memorial Park , 293 Gran Ellen Dr., 706-613-3580. Recreation building, zoo with education programs, basketball courts, playgrounds, pool, lake, picnic areas and nature trails
North Oconee River Greenway , MLK, Jr. Pkwy 706-613-3615 Boating/fishing, picnic area, hiking trail
Sandy Creek Park , 400 Bob Holman Rd., 706-613-3631. Visitor Center, camping, Lake Chapman with beach/canoeing/fishing, picnic areas/pavilion, fenced dog runs (extra charge), amphitheater, playgrounds, fields, hiking and horse trails
Lake Herrick Beach and Pavilion off of College Station Road, 706-542-5060. Features a picnic area, sandy beach, and lake for canoeing, fishing and swimming.