We're back from Phoenix, and I've caught up on the week. The weather in Phoenix was a sunny 75, and while most people spent a little time with their shirts off, no one really got sunburnt. The event was smooth and on time. We stayed in the Super 8 in three different rooms, which were a bit run down, but ok otherwise (besides the fleas in Danny/Dusty/Geoff/Tyler's room, but they got a new one immediately.) Lousy coffee, though. The field was a short 20 minute drive (when there's no traffic) and most of our games were early in the morning, which meant rising at a crisp 6am to grab a bite and jet while the morning was cool, which was nice.
Glendale Youth Sports Complex at the University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, AZ was where the event was held. It's basically a large field with a bathroom/concessions complex that shares the parking complex with Phoenix Stadium. Parking was plentiful (and free), and close the field making loading and unloading people and gearbags a breeze. In attendance the event was pretty small, reflecting in smaller vendor attendance, and a less crowded event. The grandstands for the Pro field were free, and therefore almost always full. The concessions were a bit spendy, but most didn't mind as its nice to have food available at the field. The field grass was cropped short, and very nice. The ground crews did a great job of keeping the event clean, as well.
Definitely a players favorite as far as events go!
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