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Natalie Jones Tournament, February-March 2025

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We look forward to welcoming you to the 2025 Natalie Jones Memorial Tournament!

Date: February 22 and March 1-2, 2025
One Day Event
15U-18U: Saturday, February 22
12U; 14U: Saturday, March 1
10U-11U; 13U: Sunday, March 2
Cost: $350 per team (No fees added by paying online)
Locations: See Below
Registration on AES opens: October 1, 2024 8am EST
Entry Fee Deadline: November 15, 2024 

Weekend 1
Registration Deadline: February 3, 2025
Roster Deadline:  February 10, 2025
Refund Policy: No refunds after January 24, 2025

Weekend 2
Registration Deadline: February 10, 2025
Roster Deadline:  February 17, 2025
Refund Policy: No refunds after January 31, 2025

Admissions: $10 admission per day 
Students ages 7-16 and senior citizens 65 and older: $5 per day
Kids 6 and Under: FREE
All Admissions Ticketing will be done online

NATALIE JONES #2

NATALIE'S STORY

Natalie was the youngest of  three children and was first diagnosed with Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL) at age 8. She got into remission quickly and progressed through the maintenance therapy without incident. At this point, her mom thought it was all in the past. After 16 months of being off chemo, she relapsed (age 12) with the same leukemia. Harder therapy followed and she resumed a long 2-1/2 years of continuing chemo. Only 6 months shy of finishing that protocol, she relapsed AGAIN (age 14) and then the only direction we could go was a bone marrow transplant. Olivia, her oldest sister, was a perfect match for her. It takes about three months to treat and prepare a patient for a transplant, so that summer was brutal with chemo. The transplant took place in October 2005. She engrafted quickly and all looked fantastic. But at day 100, tests showed that the leukemia was back. That was a very low day in our home...she opted for no more chemo and we prayed for a miracle. What happened was she got her miracle by being with her Savior - Natalie died June 14, 2006 at age 15.
Natalie loved volleyball and played for Ozark for several seasons.  She wore #2, loved butterflies and tulips, the color purple and God.  You will see many of those things incorporated into our tournament t-shirts and awards.  Possibly the best way to remember and honor Natalie is to play the game she loved, so we play for her.

TOURNAMENT LOCATIONS / WAVE SCHEDULE

AGE WAVE FACILITY LOCATION
10's-11's SUNDAY MARCH 2 ALL DAY Arkansas Athletes Outreach North (AAON) 4667 S. Dixieland Rd., Suite 100 Rogers, AR 72758
12's SATURDAY MARCH 1 ALL DAY Arkansas Athletes Outreach South (AAOS) 1515 Burr Oak Drive, Fayetteville, AR 72704
13's SUNDAY MARCH 2 ALL DAY Arkansas Athletes Outreach South (AAOS) 1515 Burr Oak Drive, Fayetteville, AR 72704
14's Club Division SATURDAY MARCH 1 ALL DAY Springdale Rec Center (SRC) 1906 Cambridge Street, Springdale AR 72762
14's Select Division SATURDAY MARCH 1 ALL DAY Arkansas Athletes Outreach North (AAON) 4667 S. Dixieland Rd., Suite 100 Rogers, AR 72758
15's SATURDAY FEBRUARY 22 ALL DAY Arkansas Athletes Outreach South (AAOS) 1515 Burr Oak Drive, Fayetteville, AR 72704
16's-18's SATURDAY FEBRUARY 22 ALL DAY Springdale Rec Center (SRC) 1906 Cambridge Street, Springdale AR 72762

EVENT INFORMATION

Coaches Meeting: There will be no coaches meeting. Coaches are responsible for reading and understanding the rules and regulations. Please be aware that changes to the schedule might occur a day prior to the event. It is the coach's responsibility to check and make sure that they know the most updated schedule.

Facility Rules:
 - Admission Fees 
    $10 per day 
    Students ages 7-16 and senior citizens 65 and older: $5 per day
    Kids 6 and Under: Free
All Admissions Ticketing will be done online in 2024
- No outside food or drinks allowed at any of the facilities. Concessions available.
- No coolers allowed
- All Facilities have seating provided. There will be limited space for personal chairs. 
- Spectators must remain in seating area only


Locations:
Arkansas Athletes Outreach South (AAOS)
  1515 Burr Oak Street
  Fayetteville, AR 72703
Arkansas Athletes Outreach North (AAON) 
  4667 S. Dixieland Road
  Rogers, AR 72758
Springdale Park and Recreation Facility (SRC)
  1906 Cambridge Street 
  Springdale, AR 72762

Parking:
In case of additional parking needed at the AAO South facility, you may park at the Washington County Fairgrounds additional parking space located on the south side of AAO. There is a walkway connecting the Parking space with the AAO facility. Please NO PARKING at the Apartment Building Complex. You will be towed if you do park there.
To get to the Fairgrounds Parking space you will have to pass the AAO entrance and take a right hand turn after the facility. You will see an open field to your left.

INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY
The event will take place regardless of the weather.  NO cancellations will take place.  Please plan accordingly.

Check-In:
Team check-in will be completed online in AES. Please ask your club director to check your team in. All coaches need to do when they get to the facility is come pick up the players bag tags at the tournament desk in each location.   

Format: (Depending upon number of entries/age divisions). 4 Matches total guaranteed for the tournament
- Pool play in the morning
- Playoffs in the afternoon
- 4 Team Pools Best 2 out of 3 sets to 25 - NO CAP start at 4-4, 3rd set to 15 start at 0-0
 - NO CAP, unless started differently on the schedule
- 5 Team Pools 2 sets to 25 starting at 4-4
- All bracket matches are 2 out 3 set to 25 - NO CAP start at 0-0, 3rd set to 15 start at 0-0
- Pools play begins at 8:00 am
- Warm-up: 2 (shared) - 4 - 4 minutes each team including serving.

Officiating:
- 1st Officials provided
- Teams are required to have an officiating crew consisting of 2 line judges, 1 scorekeeper, 1 libero tracker, 1 down official
- Be aware that during playoffs WINNERS MAY HAVE TO OFFICIATE
Officiating Penalties: Failure to provide officiating crew for your assignment could results in the forfeit of the 1st set of your next match. A coach must be present at the court site during officiating assignments. For every minute the officiating crew is late or incomplete, one point will be given to their opponent (up to 25-0 forfeit). The clock starts at match time.

Lodging: Tournament Directors have negotiated to get great group booking rates for your teams or individual booking needs. Please click the links below for your favorite properties during each weekend event. 

For more tournament information you can contact Jenny Lingenfelter at jenny@ozarkjuniors.com / (479) 200-4422

For more lodging information you can contact Carey Lingenfelter at carey@ozarkjuniors.com / (479) 601-2187

 

LODGING INFORMATION

Reserve your stay now to ensure this special pricing before the event. No charge to book and cancel at any time.

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This interactive map will enable you to determine which property is located within geographical distance of the facility your team is playing in. All properties listed here have a proffesional arangement with our events and special pricing. Reserve your stay now to ensure this special pricing before the event. No charge to book and cancel at any time.

15U-18U: Check-In Friday, February 21

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Located on the edge of Springdale AR, our hotel offers easy access to University of Arkansas, Washington County Fairgrounds, Botanical Garden of the Ozarks, Crystal Bridges Museum, and more. Northwest Arkansas National Airport is 30 minutes away.

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Located just off I-49 at the end of a cul-de-sac, surrounded by multiple restaurants and the NW Arkansas Mall. Altitude Trampoline Park & Mud Creek Trail (which runs into the 36 mile Razorback Greenway Trail) are right next to the hotel.

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Our all-suite, extended-stay hotel is located near University of Arkansas, Arvest Ball Park, and Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art as well as key offices for Tyson, Georges, and Walmart. You'll love our free breakfasts, full kitchens, and free Wi-Fi.

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12U; 14U: Check-In Friday, February 28

Reserve Now! No charge to book. Cancel at anytime.

Sponsored by The Graduate - Fayetteville

The Graduate - Fayetteville

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Immerse yourself in Razorback traditions and local history at Graduate by Hilton Fayetteville, AR. Brimming with college nostalgia and creative interiors, our hotel sits just off the Downtown Square, close to the University of Arkansas campus. Enjoy inspired guest rooms, an indoor-outdoor pool, our welcoming Trophy Room bar and restaurant, and signature Graduate touches.

Sponsored by Towne Place Suites - Fayetteville

Towne Place Suites - Fayetteville

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Located in Springdale AR, our hotel offers easy access to University of Arkansas, Washington County Fairgrounds, Botanical Garden of the Ozarks, Crystal Bridges Museum, and more. Northwest Arkansas National Airport is 30 minutes away.

Sponsored by Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott - Fayetteville

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott - Fayetteville

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Located just off I-49 at the end of a cul-de-sac, surrounded by multiple restaurants and the NW Arkansas Mall. Altitude Trampoline Park & Mud Creek Trail (which runs into the 36 mile Razorback Greenway Trail) are right next to the hotel.

Sponsored by Residence Inn by Marriott - Springdale

Residence Inn by Marriott - Springdale

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Our all-suite, extended-stay hotel is located near University of Arkansas, Arvest Ball Park, and Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art as well as key offices for Tyson, Georges, and Walmart. You'll love our free breakfasts, full kitchens, and free Wi-Fi.

Sponsored by Holiday Inn & Suites - Springdale

Holiday Inn & Suites - Springdale

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We are just North of Fayetteville, Arkansas on I-49, and in the center of Northwest Arkansas making us convenient to Rogers, Bentonville, and the Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport (XNA). We're also right off of US-412 making it an easy drive to Siloam Springs and Eastern Oklahoma. 

Sponsored by Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton - Springdale

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton - Springdale

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We’re just minutes from Springdale Park and Rec Center, and a short drive from downtown Fayetteville and Beaver Lake’s 500 miles of shoreline, fishing, and hiking trails. Enjoy an Arkansas & Missouri Railroad daytrip. We offer free hot breakfast, a fitness center featuring a Peloton® Bike with toe cages, and an outdoor pool. WiFi is on us.

Sponsored by Aloft Hotels - Rogers

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Located off I-49, Aloft Rogers-Bentonville offers easy access to destinations like Walmart AMP, Pinnacle Hills Promenade, Crystal Bridges Museum, Hobbs State Park-Conservation Area, and Pinnacle Country Club. Northwest Arkansas Airport is 20 minutes away.

Sponsored by Courtyard by Marriott Promenade - Rogers

Courtyard by Marriott Promenade - Rogers

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Our location is ideally located directly by Pinnacle Hills Promenade offering shopping & restaurant opportunities within walking distance. We are less than 2 miles from the Walmart AMP and within 20 minutes to downtown Rogers or Bentonville.

Sponsored by Staybridge Suites an IHG Hotel - Rogers

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Official site of Staybridge Suites Bentonville - Rogers. Staybridge Suites offers free breakfast, free internet, social evening receptions, a fitness room, and 24/7 laundry.

Sponsored by Four Points by Sheraton - Bentonville/Rogers

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Travel your way at Four Points by Sheraton Bentonville. Our Bentonville, AR hotel has everything you need to maintain your balance on the road. Refresh in our stylish rooms with modern decor, ergonomic workspaces, and signature plush bedding. Stop by Ozark Lounge for craft beers and tasty appetizers in an inviting atmosphere. You can also try restaurants nearby like Flavors Indian Cuisine, Big Whiskey's, and The Preacher's Son. Feel your best at our 24-hour gym or enjoy outdoor recreation at Coler Mountain Bike Preserve. During your stay, easily get to top attractions like Crystal Bridges, Walmart AMP, and Pinnacle Hills Promenade. 

10U-11U; 13U: Check-In Saturday, March 1

Reserve Now! No charge to book. Cancel at anytime.

Sponsored by The Graduate - Fayetteville

The Graduate - Fayetteville

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Immerse yourself in Razorback traditions and local history at Graduate by Hilton Fayetteville, AR. Brimming with college nostalgia and creative interiors, our hotel sits just off the Downtown Square, close to the University of Arkansas campus. Enjoy inspired guest rooms, an indoor-outdoor pool, our welcoming Trophy Room bar and restaurant, and signature Graduate touches.

Sponsored by Towne Place Suites - Fayetteville

Towne Place Suites - Fayetteville

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Located in Springdale AR, our hotel offers easy access to University of Arkansas, Washington County Fairgrounds, Botanical Garden of the Ozarks, Crystal Bridges Museum, and more. Northwest Arkansas National Airport is 30 minutes away.

Sponsored by Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott - Fayetteville

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott - Fayetteville

Visit Website

Located just off I-49 at the end of a cul-de-sac, surrounded by multiple restaurants and the NW Arkansas Mall. Altitude Trampoline Park & Mud Creek Trail (which runs into the 36 mile Razorback Greenway Trail) are right next to the hotel.

Sponsored by Residence Inn by Marriott - Springdale

Residence Inn by Marriott - Springdale

Visit Website

Our all-suite, extended-stay hotel is located near University of Arkansas, Arvest Ball Park, and Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art as well as key offices for Tyson, Georges, and Walmart. You'll love our free breakfasts, full kitchens, and free Wi-Fi.

Sponsored by Holiday Inn & Suites - Springdale

Holiday Inn & Suites - Springdale

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We are just North of Fayetteville, Arkansas on I-49, and in the center of Northwest Arkansas making us convenient to Rogers, Bentonville, and the Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport (XNA). We're also right off of US-412 making it an easy drive to Siloam Springs and Eastern Oklahoma. 

Sponsored by Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton - Springdale

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton - Springdale

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We’re just minutes from Springdale Park and Rec Center, and a short drive from downtown Fayetteville and Beaver Lake’s 500 miles of shoreline, fishing, and hiking trails. Enjoy an Arkansas & Missouri Railroad daytrip. We offer free hot breakfast, a fitness center featuring a Peloton® Bike with toe cages, and an outdoor pool. WiFi is on us.

Sponsored by Aloft Hotels - Rogers

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Located off I-49, Aloft Rogers-Bentonville offers easy access to destinations like Walmart AMP, Pinnacle Hills Promenade, Crystal Bridges Museum, Hobbs State Park-Conservation Area, and Pinnacle Country Club. Northwest Arkansas Airport is 20 minutes away.

Sponsored by Courtyard by Marriott Promenade - Rogers

Courtyard by Marriott Promenade - Rogers

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Our location is ideally located directly by Pinnacle Hills Promenade offering shopping & restaurant opportunities within walking distance. We are less than 2 miles from the Walmart AMP and within 20 minutes to downtown Rogers or Bentonville.

Sponsored by Staybridge Suites an IHG Hotel - Rogers

Staybridge Suites an IHG Hotel - Rogers

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Official site of Staybridge Suites Bentonville - Rogers. Staybridge Suites offers free breakfast, free internet, social evening receptions, a fitness room, and 24/7 laundry.

Sponsored by Four Points by Sheraton - Bentonville/Rogers

Four Points by Sheraton - Bentonville/Rogers

Visit Website

Travel your way at Four Points by Sheraton Bentonville. Our Bentonville, AR hotel has everything you need to maintain your balance on the road. Refresh in our stylish rooms with modern decor, ergonomic workspaces, and signature plush bedding. Stop by Ozark Lounge for craft beers and tasty appetizers in an inviting atmosphere. You can also try restaurants nearby like Flavors Indian Cuisine, Big Whiskey's, and The Preacher's Son. Feel your best at our 24-hour gym or enjoy outdoor recreation at Coler Mountain Bike Preserve. During your stay, easily get to top attractions like Crystal Bridges, Walmart AMP, and Pinnacle Hills Promenade.