First Annual OOTP Convention June 4-6 including RECAP - Page 4

cowell44 · 03-01-2004, 10:05 PM

Convention UPDATE
as of this evening we have 18 people registered for the convention. I will continue to give updates when I have the information.-CC

cowell44 · 03-02-2004, 02:23 PM

Currently we have 29 people registered for the convention. We are finalizing the plans to have most of our meetings at the ballpark. More info to follow-CC

sporr · 03-02-2004, 02:50 PM

Sounds like there should be a lot of people there. 29 already and still quite a bit of time until then.

cowell44 · 03-02-2004, 04:02 PM

OOTP DEVELOPMENTS ANNOUNCES FIRST ANNUAL OOTP CONVENTION
June 4-6 Toledo, OH

(Toledo, OH)—Out of the Park Developments, creators of the OOTP and ITP baseball simulation software, has announced plans for the first annual Out of the Park Baseball Convention. The event will be held June 4-6, 2004 at the Radisson Hotel in Toledo, Ohio.

The convention will feature forums with the creators of the Out of the Park and Inside the Park games along with members of the software development team. Convention activities will include forums for commissioners and members of internet OOTP leagues, sports memorabilia and an open panel discussion including current and former major and minor league players. All attendees will receive tickets to attend a minor league game between the Toledo Mud Hens and Pawtucket Red Sox on Saturday June 5th.

There will be many opportunities for internet league enthusiasts to share ideas on running leagues and for newcomers to the game to learn from experts.

In addition to the forums and activities for convention attendees, activities have been scheduled for spouses during the convention meeting times to allow them to experience the city of Toledo while relaxing and sympathizing with other baseball simulation spouses.

Registration for the convention is $60.00 through April 1, 2004 and $75.00 until the opening day of the convention. Registration for spouses not attending all convention activities will be $25.

Registrations are being taken online at http://www.mhootpa.com/OOTPconvention.htm Payment can be made via Pay-Pal or by mailing in the form with a money order or cashier’s check. No personal checks will be accepted for convention registration.

The convention will be hosted by the MHOOTPA Commisioner Corey Cowell and the local OOTP League (www.mhootpa.com)

rcbuss · 03-02-2004, 08:09 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by CommishJoe
If my wife will be coming to the ballgame that evening (as well as my 2 kids), but not to the conference, do I still need to "register" her?

Will I need to register my OOTP wife, if she comes with?

Mike D · 03-02-2004, 08:26 PM

I wonder which rehabbing major leaguer we might be able to see in that game?

bleachercreature · 03-04-2004, 12:50 AM

This looks like a great idea. Wish I lived in Toledo.

Junior19 · 03-04-2004, 03:37 AM

Any word on a Chicagoland group roadtrip? I would be interested.

cowell44 · 03-04-2004, 11:50 AM

Travel Info
Chicago 3.5 hrs (245 Miles)
Pittsburgh 3.7hrs(233 Miles)
Indianapolis 4.3 hrs(252 Miles)
Louisville 5 hrs (302 Miles)
Buffalo 4.5 hrs (305 Miles)

These are all DRIVE TIMES based on routes.

I will give a registration update, This Friday

sporr · 03-04-2004, 12:01 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by cowell44
Travel Info
Chicago 3.5 hrs (245 Miles)
Pittsburgh 3.7hrs(233 Miles)
Indianapolis 4.3 hrs(252 Miles)
Louisville 5 hrs (302 Miles)
Buffalo 4.5 hrs (305 Miles)

These are all DRIVE TIMES based on routes.

I will give a registration update, This Friday

Quad-cities/ Muscatine, IA - 6.5 hrs

UD411Flyer · 03-06-2004, 08:39 AM

I live 2.5 hours away tops, the 4th is my BDAY....sure would be nice. HMMMMMMM.

Jason · 03-06-2004, 01:57 PM

I'll be making the 11+ hour drive from Southern Missouri for the convention. Of course, that pales in comparision to Markus' travel distance and time...

JoeRockEHF · 03-06-2004, 10:39 PM

Just noticed this as I don't look at the Sticky's too much. I'm no too far away. If I can get work off I'll be looking forward to coming.

cowell44 · 03-06-2004, 11:05 PM

Currently waiting on confirmation but here is who we are lining up as guest speakers
Larry Parrish/Texas/Montreal/Boston
Jeff Jones /Oakland A's
Ron Rightnowar - Pitcher - Milwaukee Brewers/Detroit Tigers
Pat Ahearne- Mudhens Pitcher
Chris Hoiles-Balitmore Orioles

We have only confirmed Ron Rightnowar and Pat Ahearne. We should have confirmation from LP and Jones by the end of the week. -CC

Rpmbucs · 03-07-2004, 03:30 PM

Good looking list

Any chance of seeing Mudhens hitting coach Leon Durham?

cowell44 · 03-07-2004, 05:34 PM

We will be asking about Leon, once spring training is done. But having hime there is a goal. ALSO, please register if you plan on attending. We need to have a accurate count on who will be attending. REMEMEBER this is a no risk to you because if we dont have the numbers and have to cancel we will return ALL fees. Also we are approx 40% of where we need to be. This is great considering we have only been posted for approx 10 days.-CC

cowell44 · 03-07-2004, 09:44 PM

Press Release
OOTP DEVELOPMENTS ANNOUNCES FIRST ANNUAL OOTP CONVENTION
June 4-6 Toledo, OH

(Toledo, OH)—Out of the Park Developments, creators of the OOTP and ITP baseball simulation software, has announced plans for the first annual Out of the Park Baseball Convention. The event will be held June 4-6, 2004 at the Radisson Hotel in Toledo, Ohio.

The convention will feature forums with the creators of the Out of the Park and Inside the Park games along with members of the software development team. Convention activities will include forums for commissioners and members of internet OOTP leagues, sports memorabilia and an open panel discussion including current and former major and minor league players. All attendees will receive tickets to attend a minor league game between the Toledo Mud Hens and Pawtucket Red Sox on Saturday June 5th.

There will be many opportunities for internet league enthusiasts to share ideas on running leagues and for newcomers to the game to learn from experts.

In addition to the forums and activities for convention attendees, activities have been scheduled for spouses during the convention meeting times to allow them to experience the city of Toledo while relaxing and sympathizing with other baseball simulation spouses.

Registration for the convention is $60.00 through April 1, 2004 and $75.00 until the opening day of the convention. Registration for spouses not attending all convention activities will be $25.

Registrations are being taken online at http://www.mhootpa.com/OOTPconvention.htm Payment can be made via Pay-Pal or by mailing in the form with a money order or cashier’s check. No personal checks will be accepted for convention registration.

The convention will be hosted by the Commissioner Corey Cowell and the members of the Mud Hens Out of the Park league (www.mhootpa.com) which includes staff members of the Toledo Mud Hens.

crackpott · 03-08-2004, 09:55 PM

I want to go, but I'd need to find a few others from the Toronto area to save on gas.

Matteo · 03-12-2004, 04:28 PM

How long a drive from Atlanta?

:-D

I think this is a great idea. When I had my own company for a play-by-mail soccer simulation game our "cup final day" where we simmed the soccer world series live would attract over 200 managers, out of 2000 participants. We played a small soccer tournament where all managers of one league played in one team...

Wich such a real life meeting you build better understanding of designers/players, plus knowing a face will really enhance the online experience. It also removes OOTP from the "geek" status (sorry guys, that is my spouse's view)....

:-D

I also like bringing the wife's, as I even see that more important than the guys getting along....maybe we can even open a wife grieving forum afterwards..

;-)

I will now buy some stocks of the Toledo Shoe Store Index....

Steve Kuffrey · 03-12-2004, 05:45 PM

From Atlanta roughly 12-14 hours it was about 10-11 from just north of Chattanooga from what I remember.

03-01-2004, 10:05 PM	#61 (permalink)
cowell44 Minors (Single A) Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Toledo, Ohio Posts: 82 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0x in 0 posts	Convention UPDATE as of this evening we have 18 people registered for the convention. I will continue to give updates when I have the information.-CC __________________ Corey Cowell Commish-Mhootpa Barstow Bombers-Mhootpa Toledo Storm-OOL Barstow Bombers B.A.L.L

03-02-2004, 02:23 PM	#62 (permalink)
cowell44 Minors (Single A) Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Toledo, Ohio Posts: 82 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0x in 0 posts	Convention Update Currently we have 29 people registered for the convention. We are finalizing the plans to have most of our meetings at the ballpark. More info to follow-CC __________________ Corey Cowell Commish-Mhootpa Barstow Bombers-Mhootpa Toledo Storm-OOL Barstow Bombers B.A.L.L

03-02-2004, 02:50 PM	#63 (permalink)
sporr Global Moderator Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Muscatine, IA Posts: 8,275 Thanks: 2 Thanked 34x in 2 posts	Sounds like there should be a lot of people there. 29 already and still quite a bit of time until then. __________________ Baseball Maelstrom - Commish/ St Louis Cardinals USBA - Las Vegas Scorpions

03-02-2004, 04:02 PM	#64 (permalink)
cowell44 Minors (Single A) Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Toledo, Ohio Posts: 82 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0x in 0 posts	Press Release OOTP DEVELOPMENTS ANNOUNCES FIRST ANNUAL OOTP CONVENTION June 4-6 Toledo, OH (Toledo, OH)—Out of the Park Developments, creators of the OOTP and ITP baseball simulation software, has announced plans for the first annual Out of the Park Baseball Convention. The event will be held June 4-6, 2004 at the Radisson Hotel in Toledo, Ohio. The convention will feature forums with the creators of the Out of the Park and Inside the Park games along with members of the software development team. Convention activities will include forums for commissioners and members of internet OOTP leagues, sports memorabilia and an open panel discussion including current and former major and minor league players. All attendees will receive tickets to attend a minor league game between the Toledo Mud Hens and Pawtucket Red Sox on Saturday June 5th. There will be many opportunities for internet league enthusiasts to share ideas on running leagues and for newcomers to the game to learn from experts. In addition to the forums and activities for convention attendees, activities have been scheduled for spouses during the convention meeting times to allow them to experience the city of Toledo while relaxing and sympathizing with other baseball simulation spouses. Registration for the convention is $60.00 through April 1, 2004 and $75.00 until the opening day of the convention. Registration for spouses not attending all convention activities will be $25. Registrations are being taken online at http://www.mhootpa.com/OOTPconvention.htm Payment can be made via Pay-Pal or by mailing in the form with a money order or cashier’s check. No personal checks will be accepted for convention registration. The convention will be hosted by the MHOOTPA Commisioner Corey Cowell and the local OOTP League (www.mhootpa.com) __________________ Corey Cowell Commish-Mhootpa Barstow Bombers-Mhootpa Toledo Storm-OOL Barstow Bombers B.A.L.L Last edited by cowell44; 03-17-2004 at 03:58 PM.

03-02-2004, 08:26 PM	#66 (permalink)
Mike D Hall Of Famer Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: In a van, down by the river Posts: 2,276 Thanks: 1 Thanked 4x in 3 posts	I wonder which rehabbing major leaguer we might be able to see in that game? __________________ Sometimes the best laid plans will never get you laid the way you plan.

03-04-2004, 12:50 AM	#67 (permalink)
bleachercreature Minors (Triple A) Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: New Jersey Posts: 244 Thanks: 1 Thanked 3x in 2 posts	This looks like a great idea. Wish I lived in Toledo.

03-04-2004, 03:37 AM	#68 (permalink)
Junior19 Minors (Single A) Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 77 Thanks: 2 Thanked 0x in 0 posts	Any word on a Chicagoland group roadtrip? I would be interested.

03-04-2004, 11:50 AM	#69 (permalink)
cowell44 Minors (Single A) Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Toledo, Ohio Posts: 82 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0x in 0 posts	Travel Info Chicago 3.5 hrs (245 Miles) Pittsburgh 3.7hrs(233 Miles) Indianapolis 4.3 hrs(252 Miles) Louisville 5 hrs (302 Miles) Buffalo 4.5 hrs (305 Miles) These are all DRIVE TIMES based on routes. I will give a registration update, This Friday __________________ Corey Cowell Commish-Mhootpa Barstow Bombers-Mhootpa Toledo Storm-OOL Barstow Bombers B.A.L.L Last edited by cowell44; 03-04-2004 at 11:54 AM.

03-06-2004, 08:39 AM	#71 (permalink)
UD411Flyer All Star Reserve Join Date: Jan 2004 Posts: 583 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0x in 0 posts	I live 2.5 hours away tops, the 4th is my BDAY....sure would be nice. HMMMMMMM. __________________ Behind The Pl8-Chicago Cubs/Commissioner EIBL-Atlanta Braves/Commissioner NOBSL-Tampa Bay Devil Rays AAA-Sacranton-WB Red Barons ATGC-Orrville Red Riders

03-06-2004, 01:57 PM	#72 (permalink)
Jason Hall Of Famer Join Date: May 2002 Location: Springfield, MO Posts: 3,357 Blog Entries: 3 Thanks: 143 Thanked 46x in 40 posts	I'll be making the 11+ hour drive from Southern Missouri for the convention. Of course, that pales in comparision to Markus' travel distance and time... __________________ "You know we just don't recognize the most significant moments of our lives while they're happening. Back then I thought, well, there'll be other days. I didn't realize that that was the only day." - Moonlight Graham

03-06-2004, 10:39 PM	#73 (permalink)
JoeRockEHF All Star Reserve Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Niles, MI Posts: 933 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0x in 0 posts	Just noticed this as I don't look at the Sticky's too much. I'm no too far away. If I can get work off I'll be looking forward to coming. __________________ PSN: JoeRockEHF

03-06-2004, 11:05 PM	#74 (permalink)
cowell44 Minors (Single A) Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Toledo, Ohio Posts: 82 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0x in 0 posts	CONVENTION UPDATE Currently waiting on confirmation but here is who we are lining up as guest speakers Larry Parrish/Texas/Montreal/Boston Jeff Jones /Oakland A's Ron Rightnowar - Pitcher - Milwaukee Brewers/Detroit Tigers Pat Ahearne- Mudhens Pitcher Chris Hoiles-Balitmore Orioles We have only confirmed Ron Rightnowar and Pat Ahearne. We should have confirmation from LP and Jones by the end of the week. -CC __________________ Corey Cowell Commish-Mhootpa Barstow Bombers-Mhootpa Toledo Storm-OOL Barstow Bombers B.A.L.L

03-07-2004, 03:30 PM	#75 (permalink)
Rpmbucs Minors (Double A) Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: South Bend, Indiana Posts: 117 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0x in 0 posts	Good looking list Any chance of seeing Mudhens hitting coach Leon Durham? __________________ Robert Ex-South Bend Studebakers-OOL KC Royals- NBSL Baseball Union- Pitsburgh Ochorios- Jamaica League

03-07-2004, 05:34 PM	#76 (permalink)
cowell44 Minors (Single A) Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Toledo, Ohio Posts: 82 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0x in 0 posts	We will be asking about Leon, once spring training is done. But having hime there is a goal. ALSO, please register if you plan on attending. We need to have a accurate count on who will be attending. REMEMEBER this is a no risk to you because if we dont have the numbers and have to cancel we will return ALL fees. Also we are approx 40% of where we need to be. This is great considering we have only been posted for approx 10 days.-CC __________________ Corey Cowell Commish-Mhootpa Barstow Bombers-Mhootpa Toledo Storm-OOL Barstow Bombers B.A.L.L

03-07-2004, 09:44 PM	#77 (permalink)
cowell44 Minors (Single A) Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Toledo, Ohio Posts: 82 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0x in 0 posts	Press Release OOTP DEVELOPMENTS ANNOUNCES FIRST ANNUAL OOTP CONVENTION June 4-6 Toledo, OH (Toledo, OH)—Out of the Park Developments, creators of the OOTP and ITP baseball simulation software, has announced plans for the first annual Out of the Park Baseball Convention. The event will be held June 4-6, 2004 at the Radisson Hotel in Toledo, Ohio. The convention will feature forums with the creators of the Out of the Park and Inside the Park games along with members of the software development team. Convention activities will include forums for commissioners and members of internet OOTP leagues, sports memorabilia and an open panel discussion including current and former major and minor league players. All attendees will receive tickets to attend a minor league game between the Toledo Mud Hens and Pawtucket Red Sox on Saturday June 5th. There will be many opportunities for internet league enthusiasts to share ideas on running leagues and for newcomers to the game to learn from experts. In addition to the forums and activities for convention attendees, activities have been scheduled for spouses during the convention meeting times to allow them to experience the city of Toledo while relaxing and sympathizing with other baseball simulation spouses. Registration for the convention is $60.00 through April 1, 2004 and $75.00 until the opening day of the convention. Registration for spouses not attending all convention activities will be $25. Registrations are being taken online at http://www.mhootpa.com/OOTPconvention.htm Payment can be made via Pay-Pal or by mailing in the form with a money order or cashier’s check. No personal checks will be accepted for convention registration. The convention will be hosted by the Commissioner Corey Cowell and the members of the Mud Hens Out of the Park league (www.mhootpa.com) which includes staff members of the Toledo Mud Hens. __________________ Corey Cowell Commish-Mhootpa Barstow Bombers-Mhootpa Toledo Storm-OOL Barstow Bombers B.A.L.L

03-12-2004, 05:45 PM	#80 (permalink)
Steve Kuffrey Administrator Join Date: Jul 1999 Location: S.E. TN - Georgia born and raised Posts: 16,925 Thanks: 11 Thanked 4x in 3 posts	From Atlanta roughly 12-14 hours it was about 10-11 from just north of Chattanooga from what I remember. __________________ Steve Kuffrey DABS Atlanta Braves - 2008 Eastern Division Champ DBLC Atlanta Braves - 2011, 2014 East Division Champ, 2012, 2013 NL Wildcard Baseball Maelstrom-Montreal Expos-2013 Tourney winner, 2014 WC Team Sparky's League - Tampa Bay D'Rays No longer an active league.

03-08-2004, 09:55 PM	#78 (permalink)
crackpott Hall Of Famer Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Toronto Posts: 2,961 Thanks: 6 Thanked 7x in 3 posts	I want to go, but I'd need to find a few others from the Toronto area to save on gas. __________________ Abandoned Planet - Check it out. The photos don't suck anymore.

03-12-2004, 04:28 PM	#79 (permalink)
Matteo Major Leagues Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL Posts: 473 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0x in 0 posts	How long a drive from Atlanta? :-D I think this is a great idea. When I had my own company for a play-by-mail soccer simulation game our "cup final day" where we simmed the soccer world series live would attract over 200 managers, out of 2000 participants. We played a small soccer tournament where all managers of one league played in one team... Wich such a real life meeting you build better understanding of designers/players, plus knowing a face will really enhance the online experience. It also removes OOTP from the "geek" status (sorry guys, that is my spouse's view).... :-D I also like bringing the wife's, as I even see that more important than the guys getting along....maybe we can even open a wife grieving forum afterwards.. ;-) I will now buy some stocks of the Toledo Shoe Store Index.... __________________ ESPN The Show live chat during 2004 ALCS: Julie (Boston): Do you think Jeter does the fist pump everytime he disappoints a woman in bed? Or does he save it for when he's with A-Rod? Bill Simmons: Whoops - I didn't mean to post that. Really, I didn't. Last edited by Matteo; 03-12-2004 at 04:33 PM.

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