For the eigth year in a row, the Hawaii Chapter of the Lacrosse Foundation and the Hawaii Lacrosse Club is playing host to an international array of lacrosse clubs and players on November 7-8, 1998 (Veteran’s Day Weekend). The following information is enclosed to assist you in planning your team’s trip to the Hawaiian Islands and in preparing your team and friends for a fantastic vacation in Paradise!

TEAMS:

The Hawaii Lacrosse Festival has grown to attract some of the premier players in the world. Last year’s championship team from Baltimore was led by Gary Gait and Lindsay Dixon. We have hosted teams and players from Canada, England, Japan and all over the U.S. We encourage both established club or special tournament teams to play in our tournament and to enjoy their time in beautiful Hawaii. We have also had various "alumni" teams formed specifically for this event - a great way to get together with old friends and family. Our goal is for everyone to enjoy both exciting lacrosse and a fantastic vacation in exotic surroundings.

Previous teams that have participated include: Mt. Washington Tavern, Upstate New York Lacrosse Club, California All-Stars, British Columbia’s Haole Lacrosse Club, Japan’s Nihon University, Seattle Lacrosse Club and both the Hawaii and Honolulu Lacrosse Clubs, as well as players from England, Colorado, Florida, Texas, and the East Coast.

ENTRANCE FEE:

Register early for the 1998 tournament to save money on your team entrance fee! The 1997 fee was $500.

 

ACTIVITIES:

Plan to stay at least a week to really enjoy your trip! We will have information available regarding discounts and recommendations. Lacrosse should just be one of the highlights of your trip! Here are some other things to do:

Golf Hang Gliding Night Clubs Glider Rides Snorkeling

Parasailing Shopping Volcano Visits Hiking Deep Sea Fishing

Windsurfing Outer Islands Bikini Contests Scuba Diving Historical Sites

GOLF TOURNAMENT:

We will plan golf tournaments for the weeks before and after the games if there is enough interest. We can also help you pick courses if you just want to go out as a foursome.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Please call Jay Bloom at 808/593-6806 or Jeff Kloetzel at 808/593-6846 for more information. FAX NUMBER is 808 / 593-6311.

AIRFARE & HOTEL - START PLANNING EARLY TO SAVE $$$ ON AIRFARE AND HOTEL RATES!

Recent roundtrip airfares from the West Coast have been as low as $200 and from the East Coast in the $600 range. Check with local agents for group rates and early discounts on lodging and car rental. Buses can be coordinated for travel to and from the playing fields so you can enjoy the post-game celebrations and entertainment.

Please see the attached room rate sheet from last year’s event for more information on room and car packages. Hawaii can offer accommodations on either end of this level as well.

Teams and players from Canada, Japan and California have already begun their preparations for the 1997 Hawaii Lacrosse Festival. We hope to see you here, too! 

HOTEL INFORMATION:

The Waikiki Parkside (1850 Ala Moana Blvd.) has again stepped up as the "Lacrosse Hotel" for the 1997 tournament. They are offering special rates for tournament participants.

Call the Reservations Department toll-free from the U.S. and Canada at 800-237-9666 to book your reservations!

 

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