First SABR-AFL Conference to Feature Four Games and Much More
In partnership with the Arizona Fall League and the Major League Baseball Players Alumni of Arizona, the Flame Delhi Chapter of SABR is hosting its inaugural Arizona Fall League Conference.
In partnership with the Arizona Fall League and the Major League Baseball Players Alumni of Arizona, the Flame Delhi Chapter of SABR is hosting its inaugural Arizona Fall League Conference.
The conference features four Arizona Fall League games, plus talks by front office personnel. Your weekend begins with a 6:35pm game on Thursday night between the Phoenix Desert Dogs and the Mesa Solar Sox. Bus transportation to games from the host hotel (Embassy Suite-Tempe) is provided by the Arizona Fall League.
On Friday, November 13, registration continues and the day begins with a Welcome Breakfast at the Embassy Suites-Tempe with speakers from the AFL and a MLB GM. The day continues with a 12:35 game between the Mesa Solar Sox and the Phoenix Desert Dogs. Friday evening, the group will have a pre-game hot dog and hamburger meal at Scottsdale Stadium prior to watching the Peoria Saguaros & Scottsdale Scorpions square off.
On Saturday, November 14, there will be another 12:35 game–the Peoria Saguaros @ Phoenix Desert Dogs.
On Saturday night, SABR members are invited to join the Arizona MLB Alumni Association at their fundraiser at the Embassy Suites. The AZ MLB Alumni will be presenting the Arizona Baseball Awards. Proceeds to benefit BAT; Playball Arizona–The Cactus League Experience; Arizona Youth Baseball; and SABR.
Also part of your registration package is an Arizona Fall League Media Guide and Program. Register online at the SABR Store.
Hotel Information
A block of rooms have been reserved for November 12, 2009 – November 15, 2009. The ” Early Bird” special room rate of $89 + tax single/double occupancy per night will be available until September 18, 2009.
After September 18, 2009 or until the group block is sold-out, whichever comes first, the rates will be $99 + tax single/double occupancy per night .
To make your reservation online, click here.
Originally published: August 12, 2009. Last Updated: August 12, 2009.