Alpharetta welcomes the USSSA Fast Pitch World Series with Awesome Opening Ceremonies!

The Alpharetta Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) announces that it won the bid for the 2013 United States Specialty Sports Association (USSSA) Fast Pitch World Recreational/ All Star Series which will beheld in Alpharetta, Ga. from July 16-21, 2013 at the North Park Complex located at 13450 Cogburn Rd.

This will be the first World Series brought to Alpharetta through the Alpharetta Convention and Visitors Bureau. The CVB works year round attending trade shows and developing and maintaining relationships in order to bring these types of events to the city. They were able to connect with USSSA Fast PitchWorld Series organizers at the recent USSSA Trade Show in order to bring the event to Alpharetta. The event was previously held in Alabama.  As the teams and their families arrive to their Alpharetta hotel from all over the Southeast they will be welcomed with information on where to eat, shop and explore during their stay.  With 300 attractions within a 50-mile radius, Alpharetta can provide everyone in the family with something to make their stay a memorable one. “We are thrilled to win the bid for the USSSA Fast Pitch World Series and that our sales team helped it move to Alpharetta,” said Janet Rodgers, President and CEO of the Alpharetta Convention and Visitors Bureau. “Our team has been working closely with the Alpharetta Youth Softball Association, Alpharetta Parks and Recreational Department and the Georgia State Director for USSSA Fast Pitch, Jerry Parham, to ensure this event is a success and we looking to a great week filled with competition.”Spectator admission is $10 per adult per day or $40 per adult for a tournament pass. For children ages 6-12, there is a $5 per day charge or $20 for a tournament pass. Children 5 and under are free.  Those who come for the weekend will have plenty of activities to enjoy off the field. With group friendly restaurants, 23 upscale and affordable hotels, numerous indoor and outdoor activities, great events, attractions and shopping, Alpharetta has something for everyone to enjoy. For more information about the USSSA Fast Pitch World Series or to learn more about what is happening in Alpharetta visit www.awesomealpharetta.com.