“We had an excellent time this past weekend. Your organization puts on a very well-run tournament. Every time I called since February, you [Tom], JD, Colby or Tyson, were very accessible, responsive, informative and friendly. The fields are beautiful. The park is fantastic. The city is nice and clean, and the people in Jacksonville and Springfield are very nice.”
“Your umpires were excellent [...]”
“We couldn’t have had a more perfect championship game in this 8U World Series — 5-4! Both teams played some excellent baseball. So did the other teams in the tournament. Great competition all weekend. I was so happy to see the boys on our teams meet each other for some excellent competition, and play as well as they did in THE game that our team has been preparing for all year.”
“[...] We had a great time and look very forward to more tournaments together.”
- Coach Rich Klein, St. Louis Red Sox 7/20/10
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“I would like to take time to thank you for the FANTASTIC tournament you had allowed my team to participate in. The 11U state championship was a high point in all my players lives thus far!!! When I first started this team, I went in with the intention of having every kid on the team finding a moment somewhere in the season that they could take and put in a special place in their heart, and remember for the rest of their lives. I know this is one of those moments for me! Thanks for sticking out the 6 hour rain delay [...] I see your love for the game and more importantly the love for the children! Heaven hold spots for people like you! God bless you, your family, your fantastic field, and all that have the opportunity to participate in your events!”
“Thanks for the memories”
- Coach Randy Nosalik, 11U McHenry County Outlaws 6/30/10
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“Nice job with the tournament this weekend. Great weather, great organization, great time.
This is my second year coming with the Naperville White Sox and I brought down my younger sons team, the Lisle Wolves 11U. You guys run a top notch tournament and I will continue bringing teams and recommending to others.”
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“My son’s 12U team had the pleasure of “playing the turf” last weekend at Lenz Field and they had a great time. This is the third year that we have played at your fields and the first time we have played on the High School size field. Needless to say, what a great facility for everyone to enjoy and what a great experience. Congratulations on putting together a great facility.”
- Greg
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“We had a great time and the the kids loved playing on the fields. The facilities and atmosphere was top notch. Thanks again.”
- Kurt, Chillicothe Crush
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“I don’t know exactly what your motivation was to build these fields, but bottom line is, that it is a great thing for Jacksonville. Not just for the sports, but for the economy with all of the teams coming in, spending money at hotels and restaurants.”
“Anyway, great job! And thanks.”
- Dean
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“Bernard Gizzi and I coach the Naperville White Sox together and competed in this past weekend’s tournament. Thought the complex, the competition and especially your fields were great. The boys had a fantastic time and we’ll be back.”
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“Good morning! I’m the parent of a S. Il Diamondback player. We had a really good time this weekend playing at your fields for the first time. Though we wished we had played a little better, it was a great experience and the first time many of our boys traveled overnight for a tournament.”
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“As someone who has played baseball and softball for the past 30 years all over the United States and Canada, this is one of the most unique venues I have ever seen. The fields were unbelievable. It was a major league experience.”
- Father of a Champaign Tribe 13u player
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“Great facility! I have a son on a U13 team from Highland that played this weekend and really enjoyed your facility. With the storms from Friday, I was shocked that the facility was so ready for the event (JD did a great job).”
- Jim Minton
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“JD, It was great to meet you and talk baseball. Thanks for having us this past weekend, we really enjoyed ourselves. You guys run a great tourny. Hope to see you again.”
- Rich Ruffolo, The Future 12u Travel baseball Club Elite
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“Thanks for a great weekend. Our teams enjoyed our experience at Lenz Field and look forward to returning. Our younger teams enjoyed Lenz Field last year and our program now has even a greater appreciation for the turf after being able to play on Saturday when most teams in central Illinois were washed out.”
“Thanks again for putting on a great tournament.”
- Jeff
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“We’ve played in tournaments at Lenz Field every year and obviously the facilities are second to none, but as important, the staff and umpires are also first class.”
- Mike Healey, Springfield Cyclones
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“My son plays for the Quad City Redbirds 10U team and we were fortunate enough to play on your field this afternoon. Your facility and the hospitality of your coaches and parents were 2nd to none. Even though the weather failed to cooperate, we had a great experience. Hopefully we’ll have the opportunity to play on your field again.”
“Thanks and keep up the good work!”
- Reggie Drake
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“Thanks again for having us down. Your facility is awesome! I recommended to all our coaches 12u and under to try and squeeze a trip to Lenz Field into their schedules.”
“Maybe we’ll see you again this year.”
- Loren Underhill, Yorkville Reds
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“Thanks for hosting a great tournament. Your facilities, the Hotel, the town of Jacksonville, everything was fantastic. We will definetley be back!”
“I wish every tournament ran this well.”
- Skip, New Lenox Rebels
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“Our team really enjoyed playing in this past weekend’s “Play the Turf” 10U USSSA Qualifying Tournament. The tournament organization was second to none and facilities as always were outstanding. Becasue of the turf, teams are almost assured tournament play no matter the elements.”
“Congratulations on another great tournament. We look forward to playing in one of your tournaments again.”
- Bobby Dowson, Coach 10U Springfield Bulldogs Baseball
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“My name is Steve Cimarolli and I am one of the coaches from the Edwardsville Nationals. I wanted to drop you a note to say what a great time we had and what a great facility you have. It is first class. Our kids really enjoyed it.”
- Steve Cimarolli
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“Tom, What a wonderful facility!!!! Our kids really enjoyed the tournament even thou we did not do so well. The tournament was first class all the way. [...] our kids,coaches and parents thank you for a enjoyable weekend.
- Eric Hosto, The Edwardsville Nationals
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“I just wanted to say thank you for a great experience this weekend. [...] We look forward to playing at your field again. You have a wonderful facility. Our parents all were really impressed with the field.”
- Chuck Schroeder
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“Just wanted to drop you a line and let you know what a great tournament you had, and what a facility. I can’t say enough, the field was awesome and we are looking forward to playing in the 9U tournament again next year (as 9 year olds)!”
“Thanks again!”
- Jason Wallingford, Coach Palmyra Stixx
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“[...] I wanted congratulate you and the Jacksonville team on running a great tournament. You certainly had less than ideal conditions. I never would have thought the rain would stop on Sunday. Turned out to be a nice afternoon. We look forward to playing at your facility again. The parents of our group were really impressed with the field.”
- Chuck Schroeder, Quincy Cardinals
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“Just wanted to thank you again on putting on a first-class tourney. You have a nice facility and everything went smooth.”
- Joel Beesley
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“Thanks again for setting up the games for us on your field. We all had a great weekend. My parents asked me if I planed on coming back again next year. You know I do. I will keep an eye on your next years schedule and plan another weekend.”
“Tell your photographer he has the best action shots at probably the best prices I have seen in my three years of being involved in travel baseball. Both umps were excellent also.”
- Joe Endres, Yorkville Reds
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“I wanted to let you know how much the Carrollton girls enjoyed playing in the 10u softball league. They really enjoyed playing on Lenz field and it was a highlight of their summer!!!!”
“I want to thank you for providing the area with a top notch baseball & softball facility. Keep up the good work.”
- Kenny Sturgeon
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“Just wanted to drop you a note and let you know that Sidney really enjoyed playing in your softball league. She told me she hopes you have a summer league for her age next year. She enjoyed all the girls and learned alot, especially with her pitching. Thanks!”
“Thanks again for including all the kids in the surrounding areas in all you are doing for the youth of the Jacksonville community. We really enjoyed playing at your facility and look forward to playing basketball there also.”
- Kelly Donnan
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“Everyone from Mattoon thanks you for a great and extremely well ran tourney this weekend! Our kids, parents and fans had a blast in Jacksonville. We will be back!”
- Jeff Owens
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“Great opportunity for the baseball fan. Our team of 6 year olds thought we were playing on a major league field. The parents enjoyed it as much as the kids.”
- Bob Brenneisen
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“Tom, Our Organization had a great time at your complex this weekend. The fields were wonderful, the tournament was well organized, and the staff treated us in a first class manner. My two sons and my team will have memories for a lifetime.”
- Andrew J Krajewski, 11u Illinois Raiders
