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MIAA Basketball Championships Proposal
Submitted by the Western MA Sports Commission &
Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame
June 2015
Student Athlete Experience Road to the Birthplace…right of passage
Student Athletes, Coaches and Fans will have an unprecedented experience in Massachusetts State Basketball history.
Friday, March 18, 2016:
Each team will practice in the venue where they will play their
championship game (either Springfield College or the MassMutual Center).
Teams are invited to a celebratory banquet on Center Court of the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.
Overnight accommodations in one of Springfield’s full-service hotel properties.
Saturday, March 19, 2016:
Police escort to championship game venue.
12:00pm
2:30pm
5:00pm
7:30pm
Opportunity to extend the excitement with hotel packages for families to experience all that Western MA has to offer.
Lodging & Travel Student Athlete Lodging:
Ten hotel rooms (8 doubles and two king bedded) hotel rooms will be provided to each of the 16 teams. If the team needs a driver to stay overnight the room will come out of the team allocation. The LOC will determine which teams are accommodated in each property. The Sheraton Springfield Monarch Place Hotel and the Springfield Marriott will offer team meal options for schools whose budget allows.
Fans and Family Lodging:
The LOC will provide each school with information and hotel packages for families looking to stay over in Springfield on Friday and/or Saturday nights. Packages will include overnight accommodations, attraction tickets and dining options. All packages must be reserved by predetermined cut-off date.
Travel Stipend:
Each team is eligible for reimbursement up to $200 for travel expenses. Travel expenses will be paid when invoices the allowable expenses (overnight bus parking and driver meals) are submitted to the LOC after the championships. Reimbursement forms will be included in the packet given to each coach and must be submitted to the LOC by April 15, 2016.
Sheraton Springfield Monarch Place HotelOne Monarch Place
Springfield, Massachusetts 01144
413.781.1010
www.sheraton.com/springfieldma
Springfield’s largest hotel, the Sheraton Springfield Monarch Place Hotel is conveniently located in the heart of the city, just
minutes away from the Mass Mutual Center, Basketball Hall of Fame, Six Flags New England, and Eastern States Exposition.
Find yourself inspired by the breathtaking views of the Connecticut River.
Hotel Quick Facts
Number of rooms: 325
Number of suites: 16
Number of Dbl/Dbls: 174
Number of ADA rooms: 16
Distance to Bradley International Airport: 18 miles
Distance to MassMutual Center: 1 Block
AAA Rating: 3 Diamonds
Last Renovation: 2011
Guestroom Amenities
High Speed Wireless Internet Whirlpool tubs on Club Floor
Cable television Wake-up calls
AM/FM alarm clock Hairdryer
Iron/Ironing Board Free Daily Paper
High Def. Flat Screen TV’s
Guest Services
Gift/Sundry shop Link @ the Sheraton by Microsoft
Covered Self Parking Dry Cleaning Services
Safe deposit boxes Ice & soda machines
Disability Accessible Facilities Sauna
Indoor heated Pool Message service
Fitness Center Aerobic Classes
Racquetball Court Golf Nearby
Onsite Restaurants & Bars
Pick’s at the Sheraton
MVP.Pub
Room service
Springfield Marriott2 Boland Way
Springfield, Massachusetts 01105
413.750.3015
www.springfieldmarriottma.com
Relax in our plush Marriott Revive bed after a day of meetings or networking. Guest rooms and suites feature rich fabrics
and unique artwork. The Marriott offers 11,000 square feet of meeting space; the outdoor plaza provides an area for
catered events or relaxation. Enjoy a delicious meal at Champions Sports Bar or Currents Restaurant. Revive yourself with
a swim in our indoor pool and fitness center.
Hotel Quick Facts
Number of rooms: 265
Number of suites: 3
Number of Dbl/Dbls: 169
Number of ADA rooms: 7
Distance to Bradley International Airport: 18 miles
Distance to MassMutual Center: 2 blocks
Mobil Hotel Rating: 3 Stars
AAA Rating: 3 Diamonds
Last Renovation: 2006
Guestroom Amenities
AM/FM alarm clock Hairdryer
Electrical outlet: desk level Speakerphone
Voicemail Two-line telephone
Air conditioning Bottled water for a fee
Coffee maker & tea service Crib
Individual climate control Wireless Internet for a fee
Iron & ironing board Luxurious bedding
Down/feather pillows Rollaway bed
Refrigerators in every room
32” high definition, flat screen TVs
Guest Services
Cash machine/ATM Concierge desk
Foreign exchange nearby Housekeeping service daily
Laundry on-site, coin-operated Local restaurant dinner delivery
Newspaper delivered to room Room service 6AM– Midnight
Valet dry cleaning Safe deposit boxes at front desk
Toll-free phone calls Business center
Messenger service Secretarial service
Parcel/post Retail Pantry
Restaurants & Bars
Currents Restaurant & Bar
Champions Restaurant & Sports Bar
La Quinta Inn & Suites -- Springfield100 Congress Street
Springfield, Massachusetts 01104
413.781.0900
www.6587.LQ.com
Outstanding value for travelers, the La Quinta welcomes leisure and business travelers alike. Easily accessible to
Bradley International Airport - located only 10 miles south. Amtrak and Peter Pan Bus Lines bring travelers practically to
our door. A variety of hotel amenities and features provide comfort and convenience for our guests. Event & Meeting
specialists create events, room blocks and meetings for any need. Close to great attractions- Naismith Memorial
Basketball Hall of Fame, Six Flags New England and Dr. Seuss National Memorial Sculpture Garden.
Hotel Quick Facts
Number of rooms: 182
Number of suites: 28
Number of Dbl/Dbls: 113
Number of ADA rooms: 7
Distance to Bradley International Airport: 19 miles
Distance to MassMutual Center: 1 mile
Mobil Hotel Rating: 3 Stars
AAA Rating: 3 Diamonds
Last Renovation: 2012
Guestroom Amenities
Cable television with HBO Wake-up calls
AM/FM alarm clock Coffee maker
Hairdryer Full size iron & ironing board
In-room pay movies Complimentary wireless Internet
Small refrigerator Microwave
Guest Services
Multilingual staff 24-hour front desk
Safe deposit box 24-hour Business Center
Indoor heated pool Cardio/fitness center
Laundry facilities Game room
Avis Rental Car agent in lobby Overnight security
Restaurants & Bars
Deluxe Continental Breakfast served daily
Hotel lounge serves small menu
Sundry Shoppe offers items you can heat in-room microwave
Banquet Functions
Hampton Inn West Springfield 1011 Riverdale Street
West Springfield, Massachusetts 01089
413.732.1300
www.springfieldhampton.com
Welcome to the Hampton Inn West Springfield! Enjoy the local attractions nearby including Six Flags New England, Yankee
Candle Company, the Eastern States Exposition Center, Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory and much more. Located at
the Crossroads of New England at the intersection of I-90 and I-91, our hotel is easy to get to from any location. The
hotel is surrounded by a variety of shops and restaurants within walking distance. We are also minutes away from
downtown Springfield, home to the Mass Mutual Center and the Basketball Hall of Fame.
Hotel Quick Facts
Number of rooms: 126
Number of suites: 0
Number of Dbl/Dbls: 36
Number of ADA rooms: 8
Distance to Bradley International Airport: 24 miles
Distance to MassMutual Center: 4 miles
Mobil Hotel Rating: 3 Stars
AAA Rating: 3 Diamonds
Last Renovation: 2007
Guestroom Amenities
Hampton Inn clean and fresh bedding 32” screen TV
In-room microwaves In-room refrigerator
Full-size iron & ironing board AM/FM alarm clock
Hairdryer One-cup coffee maker
Individual climate control Lap desks in all rooms
Complimentary HBO
Free high speed wired VPN & wireless Internet throughout hotel
Guest Services
Seasonal outdoor pool Fitness Center
Free parking Easy access off of I-91
Less than a mile from I-90 Meetings for up to 15 people
24-hour front desk Business Center
Valet laundry On-site self serve laundry
Complimentary 24-hour coffee and fruit
Restaurants & Bars
Complimentary breakfast buffet served in on-site breakfast area.
Within walking distance:
Ninety Nine Restaurant Panera Bread
Nippon Grill Chili’s
Longhorn Steakhouse Cal’s Bar & Grille
Bertucci’s Italian Restaurant Carrabba’s Italian Restaurant
Championship Venues Venues:
To enhance student athlete experience two venues will be utilized for games and practice. The MassMutual Center located in downtown Springfield and Blake Arena at Springfield College. Each venue will open on Friday for team practice on the court they will play on the following day. Volunteers from Springfield College and the Western MA Sports Commission will be on hand to welcome teams and facilitate practice area and times.
MassMutual Center
The MassMutual Center is a multi-purpose arena and convention center located in downtown Springfield, Massachusetts. Home to the Springfield Falcons of the American Hockey League, the MassMutual Center consists of an 8,000 seat arena and 100,000 sq ft convention center. Owned by the Massachusetts Convention Center Authority and managed by Global Spectrum, the MassMutual Center has become the premier entertainment venue in the Pioneer Valley. With a footprint of 100,000 sq.ft., the Center offers plenty of options to host spectacular events
James Naismith Court, Springfield College
The basketball court within Blake Arena has been formally named James Naismith Court, in honor of James Naismith, Class of 1891, who invented the game of basketball while teaching at the College in 1891. The newly named and refurbished court includes James Naismith’s name proudly displayed. The maple wood flooring, which was also installed in Dana Gymnasium, allows for a variety of athletic contests, classes, lectures, and shows.
Hospitality & Marketing Press Releases and Media Assistance: The LOC will work in conjunction with MIAA staff to notify the local community of the Championships (date, times and locations) through press releases and media alerts. The LOC would also like to coordinate the announcement of the games moving to Springfield for 2016 and host a press conference. Logo: The Local Organizing Committee has designed a Springfield specific MIAA logo to be used on promotional materials and give-away items in conjunction with the official MIAA logo. Visitor Information: Information on housing, meal options and packages for families will be given to the MIAA in July 2015 to be distributed to school administrations. As the event date draws near, the LOC will send teams’ specific booking information and materials to be included in the coaches’ packets. Promotional Items: The LOC will provide two coaches’ gifts and 25 t-shirts per team. Street Pole Banners: The LOC will purchase banners to be hung along Boland Way between the Springfield Marriott and Sheraton Springfield Monarch Place Hotel. Banners will continue down Main Street from Tower Square to the MassMutual Center and will feature the Springfield specific MIAA logo. State Champion Plaques: The Hall of Fame has committed to hang two plaques (one for the boys and one for the girls) listing the state champions for each year the final games are played in Springfield. Program Book: The LOC will enhance the current rosters handed out at each game by designing a program cover and additional pages to acknowledge sponsors. The booklet will be handed out prior to each game at each venue.
Banquet
Banquet: A team banquet will be held on Friday night on Center Court at the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. Each team will receive 20 tickets to the event which will include dinner and a key note speaker. The Basketball Hall of Fame will draft a list of possible speakers and review with MIAA staff to determine best topic for the presentation. Team reservations must be confirmed ahead of time. LOC will create a timeline of the evening’s events in conjunction with MIAA staff which will include time for the event presenting sponsor to speak and a keynote speaker. Road to Springfield t-shirts (purchased by the LOC) will be distributed at the event.
Partnerships The Western MA Sports Commission and the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame look forward to partnering with the MIAA and others to bring the boys and girls state basketball championships to Springfield. Members of the local organizing committee will be speaking with companies throughout the state about ways we can work together to highlight their companies while Springfield welcomes 10,000 fans for this prestigious event. The LOC is asking the MIAA for $1.00 of each ticket sale to be given to the LOC for the promotion and execution of the Springfield event. The LOC will talk with the MIAA about any potential event sponsor before committing them to the event.
Looking Forward
The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame and the Western MA Sports Commission are confident that the Road to Springfield will lead to a successful event that parents and players will be eager to return to, that is why we are already looking forward for ways to enhance the experience and make it “Basketball Weekend” in Springfield. The committee looks forward to working with the MIAA in future years to offer:
Fan Fest
Hall of Fame Clinic
Skills Competition
Road Race