TEAM BULLETIN UPDATED: January 20, 2017
Welcome It is with great pleasure and excitement that USA Field Hockey will be hosting the 2017 Pan American Cups (PAC) for both women and men in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, United States from Friday, August 4 to Sunday, August 13, 2017. USA Field Hockey and the USA PAC Committee has created this document to provide you with useful information regarding the event. Read through all the details carefully and return the required forms to Lisa McCoy, USA Field Hockey PAC Representative, by email at lmccoy@usafieldhockey.com. The tournament matches will begin for the men on Friday, August 4, 2017 and the women on Saturday, August 5, 2017. USA Field Hockey and the USA PAC Committee looks forward to welcoming all teams in the days preceding the start of the tournament. 2
History History of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, United States The history of the city begins before the Revolutionary War. Lancaster is one of the oldest inland cities in the United States of America. It is 71 miles west of Philadelphia and is tucked between the mighty Susquehanna River on the north and the west. German immigrants, known as Pennsylvania Dutch (from "Deutsch" meaning German), were the first to settle in the area in 1709. At that time, it was known as "Hickory Town. The honorable James Hamilton laid it out in building lots and out lots, and in May 10, 1729, it became the county seat. John Wright, a prominent citizen, gave it the name "Lancaster" after Lancaster, England where he formerly lived. The city is known as the "Red Rose City" due to its link to Lancaster, England. Lancaster became a borough in 1742, a charted city on March 10, 1818 and surrendered its ancient city charter and became a Third-Class City under the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania on May 27, 1924. Lancaster was an important munitions center during the Revolutionary War. It was the National Capital of the American colonies on September 27, 1777, when the Continental Congress was fleeing British forces (who had captured Philadelphia). From 1799 to 1812, Lancaster was the capital of Pennsylvania. It was incorporated as a borough in 1742 and incorporated as a city in 1818. 3
Lancaster, Pa. Lancaster is located about 70 miles from Philadelphia, 80 miles from Baltimore and 110 miles from Washington D.C. Facts about Lancaster, Pennsylvania, United States Metro Area Metro Area Population 802 square miles/ 2082 square kilometers 500,000 (approx.) Summer June 21 - September 20 Average Maximum Temperature Average Minimum Temperature 28 C / 84 F 16 C / 64 F 4
The Venue Spooky Nook Sports 75 Champ Blvd. Manheim, PA 17545 +1 (717) 945-7087 website: http://www.spookynooksports.com As the largest and most innovative indoor sports complex in the country, Spooky Nook Sports, located just outside of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, is the ultimate destination for families, athletes and businesses. With more than 700,000 square feet under one roof and over 50 acres of outdoor facilities, Spooky Nook Sports facility has the unique capacity to simultaneously host clubs, leagues, tournaments and championship events throughout every season. The indoor facilities include 10 hardwood basketball courts, four field hockey courts, 10 volleyball courts and six soccer fields, as well as a 60-yard indoor track and a full-sized baseball infield. Spooky Nook Sports also encompasses a fitness center, a climbing center, numerous meeting and party spaces, a food court and arcade, and much, much more. Every consideration has been taken to create an unparalleled experience for the guests. Spooky Nook Sports has been USA Field Hockey s Home of Hockey since mid-2013. 5
Field Logistics Competition Playing Surface: AstroTurf Classic Series Competition Balls: Kookaburra Dimple Elite Yellow will be provided for matches. Teams are responsible for providing their own practice balls. Practice Pitch: A second practice / warm-up pitch will be available in the Dome Arena which is adjacent to the Competition Venue. Teams requesting training sessions before Wednesday, August 2, 2017 will find more information on the practice pitch rental costs, transportation cost and scheduling in Team Bulletin #2. 6
Transportation Transportation: Transportation will be provided on arrival and departure for all PAC teams arriving at the official designated airports and staying at the official designated hotels. Official Designated Airports: Philadelphia International (PHL) - 1.5 hours from venue/hotels Harrisburg International (MDT) - 30 minutes from venue/hotels Official Designated Hotels: The Warehouse Hotel (75 Champ Blvd., Manheim, PA 17545) Comfort Suites (543 Champ Blvd., Manheim, PA 17545) Hampton Inn and Suites (2301 Strickler Road, Manheim, PA 17545) Hilton Garden Inn (101 Granite Run Drive, Lancaster, PA 17601) A shuttle service will be provided for PAC teams staying at official designated hotels to the venue. Schedule to follow. 7
Accommodations Option 1: The Warehouse Hotel Address: 75 Champ Blvd., Manheim, PA 17545 Reservation Contact: Lyndsay Warner Telephone: (717) 618-8502 Email Address: lyndsayw@nooksports.com Website: www.warehousehotel.com Distance to Venue: This hotel is onsite at the venue complex. Travel Time to Airport: Philadelphia International (PHL) - 1.5 hours Harrisburg International (MDT) - 30 minutes Prices: Double/Double, $149 per night plus 11% Hotel Tax, inclusive of buffet breakfast, based on two (2) adults, additional people in room is $12 per day. Restaurants: The Fork Life and Palate Restaurant is on site at The Warehouse Hotel. 8
Accommodations Option 2: Comfort Suites Address: 543 Champ Blvd., Manheim, PA 17545 Reservation Contact: Kevin Fry Telephone: (717) 898-2926 Email Address: agm.pa724@gmail.com Website: https://www.choicehotels.com/ pennsylvania/manheim/comfort-suites-hotels/pa724 Distance to Venue: This hotel is directly across the street from the venue. Travel Time to Airport: Philadelphia International (PHL) - 1.5 hours Harrisburg International (MDT) - 30 minutes Prices: Double/Double Suites, $149 per night plus 11% Hotel Tax, inclusive of buffet breakfast. 9
Accommodations Option 3: Hampton Inn & Suites Address: 2301 Stricker Road, Manheim, PA 17545 Reservation Contact: Courtney Shenk Telephone: (717) 653-5515 Email Address: courtney.shenk@hilton.com Website: http://group.hamptoninn.com/panamcup Distance to Venue: 2 miles, 4 minute drive to venue Travel Time to Airport: Philadelphia International (PHL) - 1.5 hours Harrisburg International (MDT) - 30 minutes Prices: Double/Double, $149 per night plus 11% Hotel Tax, inclusive of buffet breakfast. Restaurants: There are three (3) restaurants within walking distance of this hotel. 10
Accommodations Option 4: Hilton Garden Inn Address: 101 Granite Run Drive, Lancaster, PA 17601 Reservation Contact: Kim Levenson Telephone: (717) 560-0880 ext. 601 Email Address: kim.levenson@hilton.com Website: www.lancaster.hgi.com Distance to Venue: 6 miles, 8 minute drive to venue Travel Time to Airport: Philadelphia International (PHL) - 1.5 hours Harrisburg International (MDT) - 30 minutes Prices: Double/Double, $139 per night plus 11% Hotel Tax, breakfast options at small additional cost. Restaurants: The Garden Grille & Bar is onsite at this hotel. There are many additional restaurants within walking distance. Meals: The Hilton Garden Inn can work with teams to plan meals onsite in the conference facilities for an additional cost. Plated and buffet options are available. Costs are dependent on the number in the party and food choices. 11
Team Meal Plans Additional Team Meal Plans: Spooky Nook Sports will work with PAC teams to plan meals onsite at the venue for an additional cost. These meals need to be pre-planned a minimum of two (2) weeks in advance. Costs: Breakfast Lunch Dinner $8.00 per person $16.00 per person $25.00 per person Prices are subject to a 6% sales tax. 12
Miscellaneous Meeting Rooms: All the official designated hotels have meeting rooms available for use throughout the duration of the tournament time frame. Please inquire about their availability when making accommodation arrangements. Tournament Hotel Booking & Travel Information: All bookings for hotels are to be made directly with the hotel contact provided on pages 8-11. Once hotel accommodations and travel arrangements have been made, you will need to submit that information on Form A-General Team Information to Lisa McCoy at lmccoy@usafieldhockey.com and Laura Macchiotti at lauramac@panamhockey.org (Form to be sent with Bulletin #2) Team Accreditation: USA Field Hockey will be providing official team accreditation services through the Games Management System. More information will be provided to the Team Contact with instructions for submitting team accreditation information in Team Bulletin #2. 13