Dear Strykers,
I have learned that the Gaylord Sheppard this year is a "Stay-to-Play" Tournament. What this means is that I am not able to negotiate with any hotel to secure accommodations for our team. All out-of-town teams playing in the tournament MUST go through the Albuquerque Housing Authority to secure a hotel for the team. There is a pre-determined list of hotels and the Albuquerque Housing Authority will determine which hotel our team will be staying at. I will submit our preference of hotels (based on price, features and safety/convenience of location) from their list of hotels, but there is no guarantee we will be placed at any of the hotels I request. The price range generally is between $85-$100/night + tax.
We MUST stay at the hotel we are assigned to or our team can be kicked out of the tournament. The only exception to this would be if you stay with relatives or friends.
All is not forsaken, however. There are decent hotels on the list. And, "It is what it is..." If we want to play in the Gaylord, we'll follow the policy.
WHAT I NEED FROM YOU:
1) You will need to decide soon if you want a hotel room.
2) I will need a credit card number to guarantee your room. I will submit a rooming list, including credit card numbers, via FAX to the AHA. FAX is the most secure way of the options available to transmit your information (I learned that in a computer security training course!).
3) Be prepared for me to approach you at the game Saturday, asking for your information. Better yet, please come see me or call me with your information.
THANKS for your cooperation. Your timely input is essential.
Questions? Call me at 769-7743.
Best Regards,
The Soccer Hooligan
PLATINUM
BRONZE
