What to Expect

This is anything but a routine event so we have had to adjust how we normally do things. We have a surprise for everyone!
We will have a Waffle after the event in which we will be giving away a “Collectors” stick signed by Jeremy Staal. This stick comes with a certificate of authenticity. In addition to this prize and waffle tickets purchased at this event will be eligible for the additional drawing on December 31st!

Now on to some Deets! Check-in will be handled by Jim, you won’t be able to miss him, just look for the MCHL Logo. From there, you will be given your locker-room assignment. If you need your skates sharpened, you will be in the closest one to the entrance. Sharpenings will take place until 9 am sharp(get it?).

We will be taking pictures immediately after the event so if you are not playing in the last game please do not go anywhere!

Although we will make every effort to coordinate our activities in advance, there may be unforeseen circumstances that require last-minute changes or Spond messages. Please understand that we are all human and mistakes can happen. We will do our best to communicate any changes with you and appreciate your patience in these situations.

PARKING

- Parking is not included or provided to teams and guests, it is up to each person’s discretion. There are nearby garages and surface lots within a 1 block radius with varying rates from $13-30/vehicle. The closest garage is at 410 S Mint Street, next to the Marriott Residence.

ACCESS TO VENUE

- All teams will be given access at 8:15 am, please become familiar with the new layout Please be respectful in the clubhouses and be sure to keep your area clean and throw away all trash.

BALLPARK ENTRANCE

- All teams, coaches, and their guests will enter the ballpark using the Player/Employee Entrance

along W MLK Boulevard towards the loading dock freight doors and Graham Street. Please

take a look at the map below about the main gates. The main gates will not be open for the

events, so please ensure all guests attending your hockey reservation use this entrance.

There will be a show pro staff member there to direct them inside

o Employee entrance is located off W MLK Boulevard (noted with the yellow X)

o There will be directional signage on the first floor for the teams to go to their assigned

clubhouse, and then guests can make their way to the field for the rink

o Main gate entrance of the ballpark (noted with the blue X) at the corner of S Mint Street

and W MLK Blvd

GUESTS/FANS OF THE GAME

For those attending to watch their players, all guests may sit in the seating on field level (stand at the glass or high top tables and chairs) or sit in the seating bowl between sections 105 and 119. No guests are permitted on the third floor of the ballpark, on the back side of the rink where the player benches are, or around the outfield portion of the concourse where there are white tents from the festival.

FOOD AND DRINK

Players are allowed to bring their own water bottles and containers for beverages. Guests and adults are not permitted to bring in outside food or beverage. There will be a concession stand open on the concourse by Section 106 with purchases via debit/credit card.

AMENITIES FOR THE TEAMS

The ballpark will provide the following:

- Scoreboard on the left field videoboard with control access at ice level via laptop

- Sound system for background music

Teams will need to provide the following for their events

- Referees

- All necessary player hockey equipment

- In the event of an emergency, the Charlotte

Knights will call 9-1-1 for medical attention

All players are required to have USA membership in order to play on the outdoor rink