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he Hotlanta Softball League is proud to present its annual Big Peach Softball Tournament, being held this Memorial Day weekend (May 22–25, 2014). Over 1000 players and fans from states as far west as Texas and as far north as Ohio are expected at this year’s tournament.
Staff Information
“We are the only Memorial Day weekend LGBTQ Softball Tournament that is sold out and I’m extremely pleased with our amazing committee who continues to put on a flawless tournament year after year,” says Big Peach Co-Director Kyle Miller. “It’s because of the amazing support from our league and our community which makes our tournament so successful.”
Ian Colon-Pagan, Volunteer Coordinator
So what’s in store for this weekend? Check out our guide to this year’s Big Peach Softball Tournament over the next several pages, including a schedule for Saturday’s initial rounds of match-ups, the weekend’s parties and special dining opportunities at local restaurants. 14 // 05.21.2014
Kyle Miller, Co-Director Jay Malloy, Co-Director Rick Sowder, Director of Fields Bleu Holden, Director of Field Logistics Kevin Hill, Merchandising & Sponsorship Coordinator Justin Taylor, Director of Events Stuart Blencoe, Host Hotel Ambassador Ron Culver, Safety Coordinator Nick Boylan, Website & Technology Angela Smith, Brackets Coordinator Ricky Howell, Rules & Regulations Chairman Anthony Thornton, Logistics
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Kasim Reed, Mayor of Atlanta
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Big Peach Schedule of Events Thursday, May 22
Saturday, May 24
Big Peach Weekend Kickoff Party 6 - 9:30 p.m. $10 Beer Bust, Bag Stuffing Party F.R.O.G.S. Cantina- Midtown 931 Monroe Dr. NE Atlanta, GA 30308 (404) 607-9967
Round Robin Games, 7:30 a.m. - 2:50 p.m. Double Elimination Tournament, TBA Metro Fields 7301 Campbellton Rd. Atlanta, GA 30331 As a note, no outside alcohol is permitted due to regulations associated with our alcohol permit for the event. Also, parking at the fields is $1.00 per player. No pets are allowed.
Friday, May 23 Big Peach Welcome @ W Midtown 3 - 6 p.m. Meet and greet, information station W Atlanta Hotel, Midtown 188 14th St. NE Atlanta, GA 30361 (404) 892-6000 Division C Opening Party/Registration, 6 p.m. Registration, 7 - 11 p.m. Ruby’s Big Peach Revue, 10 - 11 p.m. Burkhart’s Pub 1492 Piedmont Ave. Atlanta, GA 30309 (404) 872-4403 Division D Opening Party/Registration, 6 p.m. Registration, 7 - 11 p.m. Big Peach Bar Games, 7:30 - 11 p.m. *Winners receive cash and prizes* Hideaway 544 Piedmont Ave. NE Atlanta, GA 30324 (404) 874-8247 *Shuttle service will be available between W Atlanta Midtown Hotel (official tournament hotel), Burkhart’s and Hideaway
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Big Peach Saturday Social, w/ DJ Neon 8:30 p.m. Mr. Big Peach 10 p.m. *Cash and prizes to contestants and winner!* Blake’s on the Park 227 10th St NE, Atlanta, GA 30309 (404) 892-5786
Sunday, May 25 Double Elimination Tournament, TBA Metro Fields 7301 Campbellton Rd. Atlanta, GA 30331 As a note, no outside alcohol is permitted due to regulations associated with our alcohol permit for the event. Also, parking at the fields is $1.00 per player. No pets are allowed. Closing Ceremonies, 6 p.m. Preparty at 5 - 7 p.m., Special entertainment w/Gender Fuzions, 8:30 - 9:30 p.m. Awards, 10 - 11 p.m. Heretic Atlanta 2069 Cheshire Bridge Rd. Atlanta, GA 30324 (404) 325-3061
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Big Peach Map & Tournament Schedule ME TRO ATL ANTA SOF TBALL COMPLE X
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The Hideaway
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The Heretic
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The W - Midtown
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Tournament HQ, Beer, Merchandise & Info
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Blake’s on the Park
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Burkhart’s Pub
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F.R.O.G.S. Midtown
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Food Trucks
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Concessions & Information
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Concession Stand
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About the Entertainers DJ Robert Ansley Performing at the Big Peach Division D Opening Party at Hideaway and the Big Peach Closing Ceremonies at Heretic Robert Ansley began his career after years of being an avid supporter of Atlanta’s dance music scene in various forms. His influences come from exposure to a wide range of DJs spanning multiple electronic genres at legendary Atlanta venues such as eleven50 and WETbar. As a DJ, he has played at numerous venues including the Sound Table, Jungle, the Music Room and Heretic. Ansley is a cofounder and resident DJ for Midcity Café’s monthly Reboot parties and a resident DJ for local techno collective Simulate ATL.
DJ Neon Performing at the Big Peach Saturday Social at Blake’s Neon Douglass, a.k.a. Neon the Glowgobear, is one of the newest additions to Blake’s, where he spins at the biweekly Wednesday night event “yoUVee,” featuring hot GloBoy dancers. This V/DJ, event producer, entertainer and accomplished go-go bear has also worked with organizations like Campus Pride and Gaylaxicon.
The Gender Fuzion Girls Performing at the Big Peach Closing Ceremonies at Heretic Coming to the Heretic from Fuzion in Monroe, GA, the Gender Fuzion Girls include Heather Daniels, Lauren LaMasters, Lacie Bruce, Al’Meria RichMan and Porsha Daniels. They’re joined for their Big Peach event by hostess and emcee Ruby Redd.
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2014 Official Big Peach Dining Guide Joe’s on Juniper 1049 Juniper St NE 404-875-6634 • joesonjuniper.com 20% off bill with Big Peach Wristband
Einstein’s 1077 Juniper St NE 404-876-7925 • einsteinsatlanta.com 20% off bill with Big Peach Wristband
Cowtippers 1600 Piedmont Rd NE 404-874-3751 • cowtippersatlanta.com 20% off bill with Big Peach Wristband
Hudson Grille Midtown 942 Peachtree St NE 404-892-0892 • hudsongrille.com 20% off bill with Big Peach Wristband
10th & Piedmont 991 Piedmont Ave NE 404-602-5510 • communitashospitality.com/10th-and-piedmont 10% off bill with Big Peach Wristband
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Henry’s Midtown Tavern 132 10th St NE 404-537-4477 • henrysatl.com 20% off bill with Big Peach Wristband
Campagnolo 980 Piedmont Ave NE 404-343-2446 • campagnoloatl.com 20% off bill with Big Peach Wristband
F.R.O.G.S. Midtown 931 Monroe Dr NE 404-607-9967 • frogsmidtown.com 10% off bill with Big Peach Wristband $4 margarita in tournament cup $3 draft in tournament cup $3 Peach Punch in tournament cup $2 tequila shorties