2005 SELC Championship Tournament Schedule/Info!

[Sonny]

2005 SELC Championship Schedule

FRIDAY 4/22
Men’s Quarter Final #1 (A Division) Univ. of Georgia(4) vs. Univ. of Florida(5) 5:45 PM

Men’s Quarter Final #2 (A Division) Virginia Tech (3) vs. NC State (6) 8:00 PM

SATURDAY 4/23
Men’s Semi-finals #1 (B Division) Appalachian State (1) vs. Emory (4) 12:00 PM

Men’s Semi-finals #2 (B Division) Liberty (2) vs. Davidson (3) 2:00 PM

Men’s Semi-finals #1 (A Division) Florida State (1) vs Winner Q-final #1 5:00 PM

Men’s SELC Semi-Finals #2 (A Division) Georgia Tech (2) vs. Winner Q-final #2 7:30 PM

SUNDAY 4/24
Men’s A Division Consolation 3rd place 10:00 AM
Men’s B Division Championship 12:15 PM
Men’s A Division Championship 2:45 PM

DIRECTIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION FOR THE 2005 SELC CHAMPIONSHIPS

NORTHVIEW HIGH SCHOOL STADIUM
DULUTH, GA:
www.northviewhigh.com

10625 Parsons Rd
Duluth, GA 30097
770-497-3828

From ATLANTA:
GA 400 North to Old Milton Parkway Exit(Exit 10). Proceed East (i.e. make a right). When GA 120 Turns east from Old Milton (which is a light where you make a left at a Walgreens and a Sherwin Williams store), turn east on GA 120. This is known as Kimball Bridge Rd. This road turns into Abbotts Bridge Rd. Go about 3.5 miles. Make a right at Medlock Bridge Rd. (there is a light at this intersection). Make a left at the second light which is Parsons Rd. The back entrance to Northview is immediately on your left. Turn left into this parking lot.

If you are going directly to the stadium, park in the lower part of this lot. If you are going to the locker rooms, go to the upper part of the lot. The entrance to the locker rooms are at the far corner of the back of this lot (right next to the tennis courts). You can be dropped off here and then walk down the pathway to the stadium. There are restrooms in the stadium but the locker rooms are in the school building.

If traveling north on Peachtree Industrial Blvd, turn left on Abbotts Bridge Rd. which is GA 120 which becomes Abbotts Bridge Rd. The light before the school is Parsons Rd. Make a left onto Parsons Rd. Go down Parsons Road until you see the sign on the right to enter into the Northview parking lot. Make a right. Follow instructions in paragraph above.

From BIRMINGHAM
I-20 East to I-285 North
To Ga. 400 North. Then follow directions above (from Atlanta).

From KNOXVILLE
I-40/West to I-75/South to I-285 East
To Ga. 400 North. Then follow directions above (from Atlanta).

From NASHVILLE
I-24/East to I-75 South to Atlanta
To I-285 East to Ga 400 North. Then follow directions above (From Atlanta).

LODGING
You are free to go to mapquest and search for local hotels. The league has negotiated rates at the 4 of the best and closest hotels on your behalf. Here is each's information. Please note that each hotel has a different policy on holding and releasing rooms. As the season unfolds, keep in mind that hotels near the Championship site are limited. The hotels are holding the number of rooms as indicated below. It is up to each team to call and book those rooms. You are NOT obligated to stay at any one of these hotels. All will hold rooms up until a certain time before they release them back into their inventory for other customers. If you call after the rooms are released, you are not guaranteed a room nor the pre-negotiated rates below.

1. Ameri Suites- 770-622-5858 (Bessie) 11505 Medlock Bridge Rd. Duluth (1.65 miles away); They will hold 50 rooms for 4/21, 4/22 and 4/23 at $79 includes 2 full size beds and a pull out sofa. Price includes a hot buffet breakfast; Refer to the Southeastern Lacrosse Conference; They will release the rooms that are not reserved on 4/14.

2. Hilton Garden Inn- 770-476-1966 (Jessica) 11695 Medlock Bridge Rd. Duluth (1.93 miles away); pool, hot tub, 4-5 restaurants in walking distance. They will hold 20 rooms Thursday 4/21, 25 rooms Friday 4/22 and 25 rooms Saturday 4/23. All are doubles. Rooms will be released, if not reserved within 2 weeks prior to each night. Rate is $69 per room. Price includes a FULL breakfast buffet (2 per room). They have other parties holding rooms for that weekend. If there are no rooms left when you call, call back on the release dates above because they are the same release dates for the other parties who have put a hold on the other rooms. Refer to the Southeastern Lacrosse Conference; You can book online at www.atlantajohnscreek.gardeninn.com.

3. Holiday Inn Express- 678-638-9800 (Don) 7146 Mcginnis Ferry Rd. Suwanee (2.2 miles away); $59 includes complimentary full breakfast; walking distance to several restaurants; They hold 20 rooms for Thursday, 30 rooms for Friday , and 30 rooms for Saturday. All rooms are doubles. Rooms will be released 3 weeks prior to 4/21 which is 3/31. Refer to SELC Championships to get the room and rate.

4. Atlanta Marriott Norcross- 770-263-8558 for reservations (LuAnn-404-459-5663 event )-475 Technology Parkway, Norcross (7 miles away); $64 per night, double beds based on availability; indoor/outdoor pool, steam room; They are not going to hold any rooms aside. No breakfast included.

GATE PASSES
Gate passes for each player and coaches/staff (6 maximum) will be issued upon arrival at the team check-in gate at the stadium. These passes will allow only your players and coaches/staff (6 maximum) free admission to the stadium at any time, and access to the field only immediately prior to, during and immediately following your game(s). DO NOT LOSE YOUR PASSES. Passes will be checked against SELC rosters provided to me by the team, and against eligibility forms submitted at the beginning of the season. Your request for free passes (players and coaches/staff (6) must be submitted to me by Thursday, April 14th at 5PM CST via e-mail tom@selc.org. Each team will be issued no more than 2 field access passes for team photographers. Due to the dangers of being on or near the action without proper equipment, we will adhere strictly to this rule. We have hired a professional photographer for the League. Please allow extra time for distribution of passes when arranging your arrival time before your first game.

PRESS BOX ACCESS
To allow the tournament personnel to operate as efficiently as possible, only the following will be admitted into the Press Box: SELC Executive Committee, Head Coaches, Designated Team Representative, Referees, Stadium Staff/Volunteers.

FIELD ACCESS AND POST GAME
Access to field will be limited to teams playing. Teams scheduled in the next game will be allowed into the locker area 1 1/2 hours before their scheduled game. No other individuals will be permitted in the field area. Teams playing in previous game must vacate locker room within 30 minutes of end of game to allow next team time to prepare. Teams finished must exit the field area. Coaches and staff are expected to assist in keeping playing field clear and making locker rooms available for following teams.

PRE GAME WARM UP
On field warm up is permitted on the second field. Players preparing for next game are expected to stay back from field and game in process. Teams will not be allowed along sidelines of field. Out of courtesy for the playing teams, it is requested that preparing teams keep a low profile, minimal noise and controlled warm ups.

FIELD
This is a brand new state of the art turf field (with rubber pellets as the cushion below the surface). You are strongly encouraged to bring your cleats and your sneakers and decide which works best for you.

JERSEYS & SEEDS
Higher seeded team in each game will be termed the "Home" team for scoring purposes and will have choice of jersey color. Please make this preference known as soon as possible after conclusion of previous game to make sure we don't have a conflict with next opponent. Should a team's jersey choice be limited, it is expected that higher seeded team will accommodate this situation.

CONDUCT
As the SELC is the guest of Northview High School, we will require all participants to conduct themselves in a proper manner. Foul or offensive language or behavior will not be tolerated. Defacement of any property will not be tolerated to any degree. Offending individuals will be subject to immediate suspension from participation at the sole discretion of the SELC Championship Director or the SELC League President. Anyone involved in defacing property to any degree will also be subject to any legal response Northview High School or other local officials as may be considered appropriate. All attendees are expected to comply with all stadium policies including no tobacco or alcohol products.

$50,000 LACROSSE SHOT
For the first time, the SELC will be conducting a chance for one person to throw a lacrosse ball from 60 feet away into the hole of a target. That person will given one chance during half time of the Division A Championship on Sunday. That person will be randomly selected through a drawing process. A "raffle" ticket must be bought to be eligible. Unfortunately, ALL SELC players are prohibited from entering the drawing. High school players will be eligible.

[Sonny]

2005 SELC Championship Schedule

FRIDAY 4/22
Men’s Quarter Final #1 (A Division) (4) vs. (5) 5:45 PM
(Raffles at halftime and conclusion)
Men’s Quarter Final #2 (A Division) (3) vs. (6) 8:00 PM
(raffles at halftime)

SATURDAY 4/23
High School Game 10:00 AM
Men’s Semi-finals #1 (B Division) (1) vs. (4) 12:00 PM
(raffles at halftime)
Men’s Semi-finals #2 (B Division) (2) vs. (3) 2:00 PM
(raffles at halftime)
Men’s Semi-finals #1 (A Division) (1) vs Winner Q-final #1 5:00 PM
(At conclusion of this semi-final game, we will announce All Conference, SELC Offensive and Defensive MVP and Coach of the Year. Raffles at conclusion & Accurate Shot at Halftime.)
Men’s SELC Semi-Finals #2 (A Division) (2) vs. Winner Q-final #2 7:30 PM
(Raffles at halftime)

SUNDAY 4/24
Men’s A Division Consolation 3rd place 10:00 AM
(raffles at halftime)
Men’s B Division Championship 12:15 PM
(raffles at halftime )
Men’s A Division Championship 2:45 PM
(Accurate shot at halftime)
After game, All Championship Team and Championship MVP

*RAFFLE: We will have raffle drawings (you must buy a program to be eligible to participate) throughout the entire weekend; Prizes may include shirts, hats, helmet, sticks, free registration to the 2005 Georgia Tech summer lacrosse camp.

*CONTESTS: We will have an accurate shot contest at halftime of the first men’s semifinal and at half time of the men’s championship; Contestants who have purchased a program will be chosen at random from the stands.

*AWARDS: All Conference, SELC Offensive MVP and Defensive MVP, and Coach of the Year at conclusion of first men’s semis. All championship at conclusion of men’s championship.

[Sonny]

Word to the wise - Traffic in the GA 400/Duluth area is simply brutal. Those A Division teams coming in for the two quarterfinals on Friday afternoon/evening will have to deal with some extreme traffic on a normal Friday afternoon in Atlanta. It can take an hour (or more) to get up to Northview in North Fulton County from downtown Atlanta or from Cobb County/I-75 in rush hour traffic.

Please allow plenty of time for traffic if you are traveling to Northview for the tournament, especially on Friday!

[tamu33]

$50,000 .... who fronts that money and how big is the hole? Maybe I should fly down there just for a chance.....

[Nick]

I think they take out an insurance policy so even if someone makes it, the SELC doesn't pay it. That's how they do it with those hole-in-one things at the golf course.

[LAXDawg14]

i really hate atlanta traffic...... no matter what day it is

[Ron Mexico]

How about those of us who aren't playing and just want to come watch? Is there going to be a charge at the gate? If so, how much? Is this event alcohol free also?

[Ken Lovic]

It is alcohol free (it's a high school)
Cost for a weekend pass is only $10
tickets can be purchased on site

just do us favor Ron, leave your STD's at home and use your real name

[GTLax18]

I live around that area and here are some ways to go if you don't want to mess with 400. These are also good if you are coming from I-85S or, like what UGA will do, 316. There are more stop lights and you will be going by a mall area, so just a bit of warning if you are coming with tour buses. Buses can drive down there, but once you get off I-85, you have to merge fast.

From I-85S:
- Take exit 104 - Pleasant Hill Road
- Right onto Pleasant Hill Road
- In about 6 miles, take a Right onto MEDLOCK BRIDGE RD.
- Go about 1 or 2 miles and Parsons Road will be on the left.
- If you hit Abbots Bridge, you have gone to far.

Now if you are coming from South of ATL. you can go this way. Again, there will be more stop lights, but you don't have to mess with 400 and no mall this way.

From I-85N:
- Take exit 95A - 285 West Bound.
- Once on the exit ramp, stay in the left hand lane.
- Take exit 31B - SR 141/Peachtree Ind. Blvd NORTH. It will be the first exit once you are on 285.
- You will go about 4 miles and the road will fork. Keep to the left towards CUMMING/DAHLONEGA / 141.
- Go about 7 miles and Parsons Road will be on the left.
- If you hit Abbots Bridge, you have gone to far.

[greenhead]

A word to the wise. When the directions say:

When GA 120 Turns east from Old Milton (which is a light where you make a left at a Walgreens and a Sherwin Williams store), turn east on GA 120. This is known as Kimball Bridge Rd.

This turn "east" is actually a sharp left turn. When you pass the Shell on your left, make your next left turn. That is Kimball Bridge. If Old Milton narrows to one lane each way, (alot of construction) you have gone too far.

[Catlax]

Does anyone have any suggestions for travel from Buckhead to the high school? How much time will I need on Friday to get to the first game?

[Ken Lovic]

give your self a solid hour minimum.. traffic heading up out of town on a friday for a 5:45pm game will be rough.

[greenhead]

Does anyone have any suggestions for travel from Buckhead to the high school? How much time will I need on Friday to get to the first game?

I would avoid GA 400 like the plague. Unfortunately, there really isn't a good way to go at that time. My advice would be to take Peachtree to Peachtree Industrial, then split off on Peachtree Parkway which becomes Medlock.

[Catlax]

Thanks greenhead! That's what I needed! Will it still be about an hour?

[GTLax18]

It depends on where you are in Buckhead. If you are close to I-85N, I would say go the way I posted before. It is like the way greenhead said to go, but you take I85 instead of Peachtree Road. I-85 isn't that bad, as long as there isn't a wreck. Peachtree Road to Peachtree Ind. can get messy because there is a stop light about every 50 yards when you get close to 285. Sorry about all the Peachtree. Atlanta isn’t very creative with road names.