$69.99/night (Ask for “paintball event” rate)

- Complimentary Breakfast
- Free Internet
- Fitness Center

Days Inn & Suites – Lakeland

4502 N. Socrum Loop Rd
Lakeland, FL 33809
Hotel: 863-683-5095 FAX: 863-577-4180

$55/night for 2 standard beds (1-2 people)
$65/night for king suites (1-2 people)
*$5 charge per additional person per night
(Ask for “Paintball Tournament group rate”)

- Free Breakfast
- Free Internet
- Microwave
- Fridge
- 24hr swimming pool
- Fitness center
- Business Center

The Terrace Hotel
329 East Main Street
Lakeland, Florida 33801
863-688-0800

$79/night (Ask for “Paintball World Cup Group Rate”)

- Free Breakfast
- Valet Service
- Room Service
- Internet
- Afternoon Snacks (I don’t know if these are free or not but if they just put some snacks out for their guests in the afternoon, that’s pretty damn cool)
- Happy hour (M-F 4pm-7pm)

The Comfort Inn & Suites Maingate South
4095 Hotel Drive
Davenport, FL 33897
(863) 353-4510

$49.99/night (Ask for PSP World Cup Rate)

- Fridge
- Microwave
- Free Internet
- Complimentary Breakfast
- Business Center
- Fitness Center
- Pool
- Laundry Facilities

Pro:

1 – Boston Red Legion
2 – Edmonton Impact
3 – San Diego Aftermath
4 – Los Angeles Ironmen

D1:

1 – Chattanooga CEP
2 – Total Karnage Orlando
3 – Hurricanes
4 – New Jersey Jesters

D2:

1 – upton 187 crew
2 – Arsenal Predators
3 – Mirabel Impact
4 – Senate

D3:

1 – D.C. Monstars
2 – Boom II
3 – NCPA All-Stars
4 – Underdogs

D4:

1 – Annihilators EDGE
2 – Avarice
3 – NJ Jesters Kids
4 – Goon Squad

D3 5-man:

1 – Golden State Pirates
2 – Detroit Action
3 – MLP
4 – L A S T C A L L

D4 5-man:

1 – Atlanta Breakout
2 – Wreckage Crew
3 – Richmond Rage
4 – XCAVATORS

The National Weather Service has categorized this week’s hot and humid weather for Rock Hill, South Carolina as the highest category of danger in the Heat Index which is “Extremely Dangerous” and that “Heat Stroke or Sunstroke are likely (Not “possible” but ‘LIKELY’) for anyone with prolonged exposure outdoor and/or outdoor physical activity”.

And guess what? You’re doing both. So read on…

Hundreds of people die each year from exposure to heat. Our bodies dissipate heat by varying the rate and depth of blood circulation, by losing water through the skin and sweat glands, and as a last resort, by panting, when blood is heated above 98.6°F.

Sweating cools the body through evaporation. However, high relative humidity retards evaporation, robbing the body of its ability to cool itself. When heat gain exceeds the level the body can remove, body temperature begins to rise, and heat-related illnesses and disorders may develop.

This is what we need you to do:

1) No kids. Children ages 4 and under are especially vulnerable to overheating because their bodies do not adjust to temperatures as well as adults. We strongly advice parents to NOT bring children under the age of 4 or Senior Citizens to our event this weekend, due to the extreme heat.

2) No energy drinks and/or pop. Slam as much water as you can and remember to mix in Gatorade or Pedialite to replenish your electrolytes. When exercising in this level of heat you need to drink two to four glasses of cool, nonalcoholic fluids each hour. A sports beverage can replace the salt and minerals you lose in sweat.

3) Try to rest often in shady areas. If you begin to feel light headed, let someone know, lay down in the shade and have them bring you water and ice chips.

4) Wear a hat and sunscreen. Protect yourself from the sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat (also keeps you cooler) and sunglasses and by putting on sunscreen of SPF 15 or higher (the most effective products say “broad spectrum” or “UVA/UVB protection” on their labels).

5) Wear minimal clothing between games to provide greater skin surface area for heat dissipation. Wear lightweight, loose fitting, light colored clothing to reflect the sun’s rays. Wear clothing made of a material that absorbs water, such as cotton.

6) Let your teammates play. Know when to say ‘no’ and sit a point out. Use common sense to prevent heat stress and an ambulance ride to the Emergency Room.

And if it’s too late, this is what you’ll need to do…

Heatstroke
Heatstroke is an emergency and requires immediate medical attention. Symptoms can include confusion, an altered mental state, unconsciousness and hot, dry skin. Call 911 but do not give fluids, which can cause seizures.

Heat exhaustion
This can include cramps, as well as heavy sweating, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, paleness, and breathing and heart-rate changes. People suffering heat exhaustion need to bring their body temperature down by going to a cool place out of the sun, removing excess clothing and placing cool (but not very cold) towels on the extremities. Parents can also mist children with water and fan them dry, give them small sips of water or sports drinks, or provide ice chips to suck on.

Be cautious not to drink too much, however. If symptoms don’t improve with these steps, seek medical help.

Heat cramps (stomach, arms or legs)
These are caused by electrolyte imbalances. Treat them by simply resting in a cool place and hydrating with a sports drink.

Sunburn
Sunburns diminish the skin’s ability to regulate temperature. If children are in pain, cool the skin with moist cloths. Be careful with cooling sprays, however, which often contain alcohol and can dry the skin even more. Take sunburned children to the doctor if they are under 1 year old or if they develop severe blisters. Never pop blisters or cover them in butter (an old folk remedy). To treat less serious blisters, people can use an ordinary, fragrance-free moisturizer.

Heat Rash
Some heat-related problems are more serious than others. Heat rashes are the least serious problem, appearing as red, pimply spots in areas that tend to sweat a lot, such as the chest or neck. People can treat a heat rash by cooling or powdering the area.

You’ve practiced, saved money and worked too hard to come to this point and lose an event because you didn’t get enough sleep the night before, weren’t eating/drinking correctly and are simply out played by a healthier team. PLEASE take these precautions seriously and make sure your teammates do as well!

Information provided by the National Weather Service

I wish there was a player party like this in Chicago or Phoenix. There was a player party in Chicago but it was a bbq held at the field; definitely not as cool sounding as partying downtown. If PSP had held a party downtown with drink specials, I probably would have had not spent a third of my paint money. Also, this player party is on Saturday night so the teams that make Sunday can’t stay out all night.

Bad News Paintball and Paintball Sports Promotions present this year’s MAO Players Party! The 21 and over party will be held Saturday, August 14th starting at 8:30 PM at one of downtown Charlotte’s hottest bars, the Town Tavern Charlotte

There will be drink specials all night for all paintball players along with giveaways, loud music and videos. Be sure to come out and hang with the pros and meet some of the industry vendors. At the door mention BAD NEWS, PSP or PAINTBALL for free admission all night long.

Stop by the Bad News booth in the PSP MAO Trade Show to set up a cab ride home

What: PSP Official Referee Certification, 1 day Clinic
When: Saturday, September 18th, 2010
Where: Central Florida Paintball

You can register on the PSP website or through APPA.

Clinic includes:
- Classroom training
- Topics to include, but not limited to: rules, positioning, safety, presentation, & attitude.
- Written test on PSP rules & in-game situations
- On field training!
- Performance evaluation in key areas
- PSP rulebook, covering all formats!
- Certificate of clinic completion*

Agenda: (Bring your gear and be prepared to ref games!)
Saturday
- Check-in begins at 9:30 AM, classroom training to begin at 10:0AM, clinic ends at 6:00 PM (approximately)
- Attendees will have the opportunity to ref live games

*Attendance/participation in a PSP certification clinic does not guarantee that you will be called upon to judge a national event for the PSP.

The PSP MAO is August 13 – 15, 2010 and the deadline for registration has been extended to Monday August 2, 2010.

Division Price
Pro RaceTo-7 $2800
Division 1 RaceTo-5 $3050
Division 2 RaceTo-5 $3050
Division 3 RaceTo-4 $2800
Division 4 RaceTo-4 $2800
Division 3 RaceTo-2 Fri/Sun $1175
Division 4 RaceTo-2 Fri/Sun $1250
Division 3 RaceTo-2 Sat/Sun $1450
Division 4 RaceTo-2 Sat/Sun $1450

PSP will be increasing entry fees on Friday, July 23, 2010.

Pro RaceTo-7
-$2650 increases to $2800

Division 1 RaceTo-5
- $2900 increases to $3050

Division 2 RaceTo-5

- $2900 increases to $3050

Division 3 RaceTo-4
- $2650 increase to $2800

Division 4 RaceTo-4
- $2650 increases to $2800

Division 3 RaceTo-2 Fri/Sun
-$1100 increases to $1175

Division 4 RaceTo-2 Fri/Sun
-$1175 increases to $1250

Division 3 RaceTo-2 Sat/Sun
-$1375 increases to $1450

Division 4 RaceTo-2 Sat/Sun
-$1375 increases to $1450

$69.00/night
- Across from Carowinds amusement park
- Complimentary Breakfast
- Microwaves, Fridge, and Internet in every room

ask for “Paintball” package – hotel will begin taking reservations on Monday, July 12th

TownePlace Suites by Marriott
2135 Tabor Drive
Rock Hill, SC 29730
Phone: 803 327 0700

- Free Internet
- Pool and Fitness Center
- Complimentary Continental Breakfast

79.00/night for a studio suite
- Full kitchen w/ dishes and cookware
- King bed
- Double pull-out sofa

89.00/night for a 2-bedroom suite
- Full kitchen w/ dishes and cookware
- 2 separate rooms w/ a queen bed
- Living room with a double pull-out sofa
- Dining area

ask for PSP Mid-Atlantic Open rate

Best Western Carowinds
3675 FOOTHILLS WAY (I-77, EXIT 90)
FORT MILL (CHARLOTTE AREA), SC 29708
(803) 548 8400

79.99/night
- 2 queen beds
- Microwave
- Fridge
- Free Internet
- Free Continental Breakfast
- Gym
- outdoor pool
- Guest Laundry

ask for the PSP Paintball rate

Comfort Inn Carowinds
3725 Avenue of the Carolinas
Fort Mill, SC 29708
803-548-5200

99.00/night
- 2 queen beds or a 1 king
- microwave
- fridge

“Paintball Rate” – rooms must be booked by August 5th to receive this discount while rooms are available

Hilton Garden Inn, Rock Hill
650 Tinsley Way, Rock Hill, SC 29730
803-325-2800

99.00/night
- 2 queen beds
- free internet
- microwave
- fridge
- 32″ flat screen tv