2017 SUMMER COLLEGIATE LEAGUE WELCOME PACKET

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1 2017 SUMMER COLLEGIATE LEAGUE WELCOME PACKET MYRTLE BEACH, SC

2 DEAR TEAM, Thank you for choosing The Ripken Experience - Myrtle Beach for your Summer Collegiate League destination! We are quite certain that you will greatly enjoy the Ripken complex, as well as all of the amenities that Myrtle Beach, South Carolina has to offer. Please take the time to thoroughly read all of the enclosed information. We highly recommend sharing this info with your family, so they are fully informed of the facility policies & general information. Several thousand teams and countless players have walked through the gates since our Grand Opening in June Whether this will be your first trip or one of many, we wish you a memorable summer of baseball and fun! Sincerely,

3 IMPORTANT DATES AND DEADLINES AT TIME OF REGISTRATION $500 non-refundable deposit APRIL 1, 2017 Final Payments Due MAY 29, 2017 Arrival Day! 4pm-7pm: Players will arrive at River Oaks Resort to check-in to their condos: River Oaks Resort 590 River Oaks Dr. Myrtle Beach, SC :30pm-9pm: Welcome The Ripken Experience MAY 30, 2017 Team Meetings and First Team Practice MAY 31, 2017 Regular Season Begins JUNE 21, 2017 Scout Day & All-Star Game JUNE 24, 2017 Regular Season Concludes JUNE 25, 2017 Playoffs Begin JULY 1, am: Check-out of condos and Departure Day *Game Schedules will be released May 1st! IMPORTANT CONTACT INFORMATION The Ripken Experience Myrtle Beach 3051 Ripken Way Blvd. Myrtle Beach, SC Office: 866-RIPKEN9 ( ) Fax: Mike Darnell mdarnell@ripkenbaseball.com RipkenExperienceCollegeLeague Weather/League Updates: TEXT COLLEGELEAGUE to

4 2017 TEAMS THE RIPKEN EXPERIENCE Rosters will be finalized and released April 17th Coastal Ironbirds Head Coach-Russ Stupienski Limestone College Myrtle Beach 8 s Head Coach-Justin Walker George Mason Ocean Forest O s Head Coach-Frankie Everitte USC-Sumter Seaside Sand Gnats Head Coach-Ramadan Mehmedi Sussex County CC Waccamaw Naturals Head Coach-Cliff Howe Macomb Community College Winyah Tides Head Coach-Thomas Waelchli Macomb Community College 4

5 GENERAL INFORMATION PLAYER WAIVERS Each player is required to complete a waiver. Your Head Coach will provide the waiver form at your 1st team meeting upon arrival in Myrtle Beach. NO ALCOHOL OR TOBACCO PRODUCTS Absolutely no alcohol or tobacco products will be permitted inside The Ripken Experience Complex. Failure to comply with this regulation will result in being asked to leave the complex. GUM/SUNFLOWER SEEDS Gum and Sunflower Seeds are not permitted in the dugouts or on the fields at The Ripken Experience. BIG LEAGUE GRILL/CONCESSIONS The Ripken Experience offers a variety of food and beverage options for your convenience. The Big League Grill in the main building is a great place to grab some hot food including hot dogs, hamburgers, pizza, pretzels, chicken tenders and more. PRO SHOP/MERCHANDISE The Ripken Experience merchandise will be on sale throughout the summer. The pro shop will carry a limited amount of Summer Collegiate League t-shirts. Enclosed is a pre-order t-shirt form. BASEBALLS/EQUIPMENT Game balls will be provided by The Ripken Experience for all games. Teams are also provided a bucket of practice balls. Other team equipment provided by the Ripken Experience includes batting helmets, coaching helmets, 3 wood composite bats, fungo bat, and team equipment bag. Ripken will provide a cooler in each dugout with ice water and cups for each game. Gatorade products will also be provided. UNIFORMS/APPAREL Players and Coaches of The Ripken Experience Summer Collegiate League will be provided Under Armour apparel which includes: two jerseys (home & away), fitted baseball hat, socks and belt. Players and Coaches are required to bring two pairs of baseball pants (white & grey). PARKING There is plenty of FREE parking available for all visitors at The Ripken Experience. ADMISSION There will be NO GATE FEE for any of our events! We encourage family and friends to come to the complex to cheer on the athletes and show their support. PRACTICES Practice (outside of the initial team practice on May 30th) is at the discretion of the team s head coach. Players are welcome to use The Ripken Experience training islands, and/or batting cages during the hours of 9am-5pm Monday-Friday. JOB POSTINGS For those looking to work during the summer. A listing of part-time job opportunities (through Ripken sponsors) will be made available to players by May 1st. 5

6 2017 SUMMER COLLEGIATE LEAGUE RULES NCAA baseball rules are in effect for all games. All practices will be 2 hours. All Games will be 7 innings. The 10 run rule will be in effect. (After 5 innings, 4 ½ if the home team is winning.) The grounds crew will get 10 minutes to prepare the field for the game. Each team will get 10 minutes of infield/outfield providing the weather and schedule dictate. Home team will be listed first on the master schedule, and occupy the 1st base dugout. See below for rain procedure IMPORTANT: RAIN PROCEDURE Although we cannot guarantee rain-outs will be rescheduled, every effort will be made to make up those games based on availability of fields. Suspended Game: A game that has been stopped at any time because of inclement weather, darkness, or light failure, will be continued from the point of suspension at a date and time to be determined by the site director. Suspended games are official games if 5 innings are completed or if 4½ innings have been played and the home team is ahead. Rainedout.com: Text COLLEGELEAGUE (one word) to This will be used as the primary method for disseminating information regarding weather-related delays. You will receive text messages directly to your cell phone regarding schedule updates LIGHTNING POLICY The Ripken Experience utilizes lightning detection devices or programs (or both) that allow for the implementation of a consistent policy regarding the suspension of games. On days/times when a storm is anticipated, lightning detection device or program will be monitored by the staff. When a lightning storm approaches within 8-20 miles, The Ripken Experience staff will continuously monitor the storm activity and prepare for a possible suspension of games. When lightning is detected within 8 miles, all games will be suspended. At that time, players, coaches, and spectators should proceed to the safest possible place. All fields, batting cages, and training areas are closed until the staff clears the complex for play. Games will be resumed once the lightning has moved outside of the 8-mile radius from the complex for a period of 15 minutes. It should be noted that lightning could be visible (usually in the clouds) over 20 miles away. These observations should obviously alert everyone that a storm may be approaching; however, it does not necessitate the suspension of play. 6

7 ACCOMMODATIONS - RIVER OAKS RESORT Check-in time - 4pm Check out time - 10am River Oaks Resort is a Condo Community, rooms tend to be larger than hotel rooms, with more amenities inside. However, they do not come with daily housekeeping, additional toiletries, etc. Some things you may want to bring: additional towels, personal hygiene items such as soap, shampoo, bath tissue, laundry detergent, and general cleaning supplies. Starter supplies will be provided to get you through the first day or two. They include: two rolls of toilet paper, bath soap, trash bags, two dishwasher packs, and coffee. How do I access WiFi? Not all units are guaranteed to have WiFi, but passwords and network info are located on the router. Typically this is located near the TV in the living room. Where can I take trash? Inside your welcome pack (you will receive this at check-in) is a resort map. Trash areas are located on the map. What is the standard linen setup? Each unit is stocked with four towels and two washcloths per bedroom (ex: two bedroom units receive eight towels and four washcloths). How do I receive more towels/washcloths? The majority of our rentals are equipped with washers and dryers, and you will be able to launder your own linens. What toiletries are provided? Each bathroom will get a roll of toilet paper, 2 bars of soap and 1 bottle each of shampoo and lotion. The kitchens will have a roll of paper towels and 2 packs of dishwasher detergent. How do I receive more toiletries? Due to the large area our staff must cover, we cannot guarantee being able to replenish every request for restocking toiletries. There are several area grocery stores within a very short drive, and we suggest guests purchase what they need above the initial setup. Where are the area pools? Pool areas will be marked on the resort map included in your welcome pack you receive at check-in.. Are these units pet friendly? Our properties do not accept pets at this time. Are these units non-smoking? Yes, all our properties are non-smoking. Smoking is permitted outside the units. However, please be mindful of ash and litter caused by cigarette butts. Who should I contact with after hours emergencies? For emergency maintenance situations (ex: large water leak, heating or A/C failure, electrical failure, non-secure entry) guests should contact our night service at Non-emergency issues should be reported during normal office hours. 7

8 SPECIAL NOTICE TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS WHO PLAN TO VISIT MYRTLE BEACH THIS SUMMER: The Ripken Experience has partnered with Ripkenhotels.com to offer special rates for player s family and friends and help make their stay more enjoyable. We offer a variety of centrally located accommodation options ranging from hotel efficiencies, beachfront condos, golf course properties, vacation rentals and much more. Check out availability and a full list of our hotels by visiting The Ripken Hotels staff, can also assist you and your team s families in finding the best places to stay here in Myrtle Beach. KIM BERBARY (843) Kim.berbary@ripkenhotels.com (Monday Friday 9:00AM-5:00PM) Ripken Hotel Call Center (Non Business Hours) (877)

9 SPECIAL MEET & GREET SUNDAY 3PM WITH BILL RIPKEN Bill Ripken is a former Major League Baseball infielder who played for 6 different teams during his 12 year career, most notably the Baltimore Orioles. After retiring from baseball, he partnered with his brother Cal to form Ripken Baseball, and also served as the first base coach for the US National Team in the 2009 World Baseball Classic. Ripken is currently an Emmy award winning studio analyst for MLB Network. SUNDAY 3PM WITH EDDIE MURRAY Eddie Murray is a former Major League Baseball first baseman and designated hitter. Murray was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2003 after finishing his career with 3,255 hits and 504 homeruns SCOUT DAY - JUNE 21 Hosted by the 2016 Division I National Champion Coastal Carolina Chanticleers at Springs Brooks Stadium Other College Coaches and Professional Scouts in attendance 9

10 *The 2017 Scout Day is optional for players CORE FITNESS CLUB Core Fitness Club will be offering all Ripken Experience Summer Collegiate League players and coaches a membership for the duration of the season (5/29-7/1) for just $20 (*does not include classes or crossfit). Core Fitness is conveniently located to The Ripken Experience (2 miles) Robert Grissom Parkway Myrtle Beach, SC

11 gotcore.com THE RIPKEN EXPERIENCE DIRECTIONS TO THE RIPKEN EXPERIENCE The Ripken Experience 3051 Ripken Way Blvd Myrtle Beach, SC From the Myrtle Beach International Airport to The Ripken Experience Follow the airport exit road Take the Hwy 17 Bypass North Exit Continue for approximately 3 miles Make a left at 10th Ave N / Mr. Joe White Ave (Myrtle Waves Water Park on the corner) Make 2nd left onto Ripken Way Blvd From Highway 501 to The Ripken Experience: Take Hwy 17 toward North Myrtle Beach Continue for approximately 1.5 miles Turn left onto 10th Ave N / Mr. Joe White Ave Make 2nd left onto Ripken Way Blvd From North Myrtle Beach to The Ripken Experience Follow Hwy 17 South When Hwy 17 South splits, stay to the right toward Georgetown Continue for approximately 5 miles Turn left onto 10th Ave N / Mr. Joe White Ave Make 2nd left onto Ripken Way Blvd. From Florence to The Ripken Experience Take Exit 170, then turn onto SC Hwy 327 Turn left onto Hwy 76 at traffic signal Veer right onto SC 576 Merge onto US 501 Take Hwy 22 exit (Conway bypass) Exit Hwy 22 onto Hwy 17 South When Hwy 17 splits, stay to the right toward Georgetown 11

12 Turn left onto 10th Ave N / Mr. Joe White Ave Make 2nd left onto Ripken Way Blvd. TRAVEL INFORMATION Airport and Ground Transportation Myrtle Beach International Airport is located approx. 3 miles south of the complex. Direct Air, Spirit, Air Tran, Continental, Delta, Northwest, and US Airways fly into Myrtle Beach International Airport. Enterprise Rent A Car is the official vehicle rental company for Ripken Experience. They are located at the airport and offer a discounted Ripken rate. Enterprise Rent A Car Call , and reference pro-mo code: XZ26910 Myrtle Beach International Airport Enterprise Rent A Car 1100 Jetport Road Myrtle Beach, SC Enterprise Rent A Car 12

13 IRONMAN LANE The Ripken Experience - Myrtle Beach, SC Complex Map HUNTINGTON PARK SHIBE PARK WESTSIDE GROUNDS Big League Grill & Restrooms Concessions & Restrooms Shuttle Stop First Aid Merchandise & Photography Shop Administrative Offices Playground Bleachers Batting Cages Pitching Mounds NAVIN FIELD CROSLEY FIELD 10 TH AVENUE N./MR. JOE WHITE AVENUE EBBETS FIELD MANCINI DR. DUNCAN FIELD OVERFLOW PARKING GRIFFITH FIELD POLO GROUNDS RIPKEN WAY BLVD. MAIN PARKING LOT 866.RIPKEN.9 RipkenBaseball.com Facility Address & Parking: 3051 Ripken Way Myrtle Beach, SC Administrative Office: 3125 Mr. Joe White Ave. Myrtle Beach, SC 29577