The Mustangs Invitational
National Junior College Athletic Association
Men’s Basketball
College of Southern Idaho
Genesee Community College
Harcum College
Monroe College
Sullivan County Community College
November 3 – November 5, 2011
Monroe Athletic Complex (MAC)
19 Lecount Place
New Rochelle, NY 10801
Dear Invitational Participant,
I am pleased to welcome you to the Monroe Mustangs Invitational at the Monroe Athletic Complex (MAC). Monroe College has a proud tradition of basketball and we are honored to be your host.
Enclosed you will find all the information that you will need for your stay in New Rochelle, NY.
As the tournament director, I wish you good luck throughout the Invitational and remind all fans, coaches, administrators, and parents to uphold the NJCAA Code of Conduct and Sportsmanship throughout the tournament.
Please note that in addition to the invitational, Monroe College and the MAC will be open to its regular activities. We ask that participants restrict their movements to areas that are designated for the tournament.
Thank you for your cooperation and we look forward to an exciting weekend of basketball!
Sincerely,
Bert Shillingford
Bert Shillingford
Director of Athletics
Invitational Headquarters
Monroe College Athletics
145 Huguenot St.
New Rochelle, NY 10801
914-740-6430
Fax 914-813-1265
Monroe Athletic Complex (MAC)
The Monroe Athletic Complex is a state-of-the-art basketball facility, located in the New Roc City entertainment center in Downtown New Rochelle, NY. It was opened by Monroe College in January, 2011.
The centerpiece of the 45,000 square-foot former ice rink is a 94-foot, wood-floor basketball court where the Monroe basketball and volleyball teams play their home games. The complex also contains locker rooms, a trainer’s room, and seating for 1,100 fans. Overlooking the court are sizeable reception rooms and a professional kitchen for catered events.
Parking
Parking is available at no charge to teams and officials in the college’s parking lot on Locust Avenue, a block from the MAC. Team buses and vans can park in the hotel parking lot, which is walking distance to the MAC. Fans and spectators can park in the New Roc City parking lot. The entrance is on Lecount Place.
Directions
To get to the hotel, follow the above directions and continue down Main Street and make a left on Echo Place and your first left onto Hugenot Street.
For the Locust Avenue parking lot, make the first right on Main Street. The parking lot is in the middle of the block on the left.
Contacts
Directors of Public Safety: Ronald Simoncini, Daryl Jarvis, Cliff Hollingsworth - (914) 740- 6854
Schedule of Games
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Thursday
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11/03/11
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GAME 1
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CSI vs. Sullivan
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7:00pm
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Results
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Friday
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11/04/11
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GAME 2
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CSI vs. Harcum
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6:00pm
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Results
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Friday
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11/04/11
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GAME 3
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Genesee vs. Monroe
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8:00pm
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Results
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Saturday
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11/05/11
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GAME 4
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Genesee vs. Harcum
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1:00pm
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Results
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Saturday
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11/05/11
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GAME 5
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CSI vs. Monroe
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3:00pm
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Results
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Programs
Tournament programs will be available on site. Please submit a high-resolution team photo and roster by October 1, 2011 to Gary Axelbank at gaxelbank@monroecollege.edu
Admission
Admission for each day of the Invitational for spectators without a Monroe College ID is $3.00.
Music
The music for the Invitational will be provided by Monroe College. The national anthem will be played at the start of each of the day of the Tournament.
Video Taping
All games can be videotaped by each individual school. However, a team may only record its own games and may not tape games they are not participating in.
Statistics
Live game updates will be available on the web at www.cybersportsusa.com . Box scores will be available following each game. Also, if requested, a Cybersports-generated game file can be emailed. Also, box scores will be posted at www.monroecollegemustangs.com
Photography
Only approved still photographers with proper credentials will be allowed to photograph the game. Photographers must be off the court. No one will be allowed to take pictures from the court area without a credential.
Concessions
Concessions will be sold throughout the tournament by Monroe College and New Roc City vendors.
Locker Room Facilities
Locker rooms will be provided for all teams for pre and post-game accommodations. They will be assigned when the teams enter the MAC. Locker rooms are equipped with showers and lockers. The rooms will be locked during games, but team participants should bring their own locks for personal items. Monroe College is not responsible for any lost or stolen property.
Medical Services
Head Athletic Trainer Jessica Rayford will be on site for the games. Water and ice will be provided for all participation teams.
Security
Monroe public safety personnel will be visible in the arena throughout the Invitational. Please don’t hesitate to contact any officer with questions or concerns.
Rules of Play
Rules of Play
Current NJCAA rules will be used.
Cheerleaders
Building of pyramids will not be allowed by cheerleaders or fans. All Cheerleaders must be in college-issued uniforms. Artificial noisemakers, air horns, and electronic amplifiers are not permissible. Bands, or any component thereof, are not allowed to play while the competition is in progress.
Code of Conduct
All coaches, athletes, and support personnel are expected to be familiar with and follow the NJCAA Code of Conduct. This Code may be found under Article XIX of the NJCAA Bylaws. Additionally, all attendees must adhere to the rules and policies of Monroe College.
Eligibility
Players representing each college will conform to NJCAA rules of eligibility.
Open Wound Policy
Current NJCAA basketball rules and procedures with regard to open wounds and bleeding will be adhered to.
Tobacco, Alcohol and Drug Policy
The use of tobacco, alcohol and/or drugs of any kind is strictly prohibited by Monroe College and the NJCAA.
Hotel
Radisson Hotel
One Radisson Plaza
New Rochelle NY 10801
Contact: Glenia Rojas
Telephone: (914) 576-3700x261
Fax: (914) 576-3711
Restaurants
New Rochelle’s restaurateurs join Monroe College in welcoming tournament participants to Downtown New Rochelle, NY. Within walking distance of the Monroe Athletic Complex (MAC) you can find a cuisine to match every appetite and budget. And for a short drive, there are a number of other options.
Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar (35 LeCount Place, 914-654-0991)
This popular chain of family-style restaurants offers a wide-range of menu items to satisfy most any craving, from freshly-made salads to large burgers dripping with melted cheese and onions. Price range: $11 - $30. Credit cards and reservations accepted.
Buffalo Wild Wings (33 LeCount Place, 914-637-9453)
Another popular chain, more meat and potatoes including, of course, buckets of chicken wings prepared from miId to you-better-have-pitchers-of-water-handy spicy! There you’ll also enjoy the large flat screens tuned to any number of games being played around the world and visible from every table in the house. Price range: $11 - $30. Credit cards and reservations accepted.
Jani (33 LeCount Place, 914-632-2147)
This PanAsian restaurant will satisfy your “yen” for Asian (Japanese and Chinese) cuisine, while also offering some menu choices for the less adventuresome. It’s more elegant than some of its neighboring restaurants but still casual (jeans are fine) and a good after-game destination. Price range: $11 - $30. Credit cards and reservations accepted.
El Tio Mexican Restaurant (25 Anderson Place, 914-633-8686)
This south-of-the-borderish destination is also just south (across the street) of New Roc City. Its good quality, authentic Mexican cuisine appeals to both Mexican gourmets and to newbies. It gets very crowded weekends, so plan accordingly since it’s not a large restaurant but certainly large enough to accommodate groups of 10 to 15 or more. Price range: $11 - $30. Credit cards & reservations accepted.
Little Mexican Café (581 Main Street, 914-636-3926)
For more authentic Mexican, they’ve been in business for nearly 25-years and you’ll really feel like you have crossed the border when entering this very popular destination that has been consistently voted the “Best” by readers of Westchester Magazine. Price range: $11 - $30. Credit cards and reservations accepted.
Don Coqui (115 Cedar Street, 914-637-3737)
The Latin cuisine here is distinctly unique and decidedly Puerto Rican in its orientation. Still casual but definitely more upscale (and pricier), your team will have great fun here – especially any member inclined to try their hand (or more accurately, their feet) at dancing the Salsa! It’s also in walking distance of both the MAC and the Radisson (although a bit further and you’ll have to navigate some busy corners including the entrances and exits to I-95) so you may want to drive. Large enough for big groups. Price range: $31 - $60. Credit cards and reservations accepted.
On the Waterfront (2 Pelham Road, 914-365-1556)
This casual, family-style restaurant that’s a perfect spot for athletic teams, offers a breathtaking view, impressive surroundings and great food. The ambiance is relaxed and inviting with linen tablecloths, bright lights and casual background music. They serve authentic American cuisine with an emphasis on sandwiches and hamburgers, with seafood, steak and chicken entrees.
Diners
The Mirage (690 North Ave., 914- 235-2568.)
Located directly opposite the campus of Iona College, you’ll need transportation to get here. Price range: $11 - $30. Credit cards and reservations accepted. Open 24-hours.
Other nearby diners in our neighboring communities of Larchmont are the BLD Diner (for Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) at 2399 Boston Post Rd. and the Mamaroneck Diner & Pizza Restaurant, located at 405 E. Boston Post Rd (about ten miles and 15-20 minutes away, also on the Post Rd.) This diner consistently gets rave reviews and if you’re visiting Westchester for the first time and want to see a bit more of the area, Mamaroneck is a great destination with a very walkable downtown and picturesque harbor area.
In between both of these destinations is the Nautilus Diner (1240 Boston Post Rd., about three miles away). It’s also a bit more affordable than either the Mirage and Mamaroneck diners.
Pizza
New Rochelle has no shortage of great pizzerias that have been in business for years, a testament to the quality of their products. Three in particular that we know and recommend are:
Town Pizza House Restaurant, 8 Anderson Place (914-235-5128)
No deliveries but you can place an order by phone. Seating is tight and limited to tables of four, so it’s hit or miss if you’ll get a table but the pizza – and other Italian specialties – is great!
Pizza Hut, 80 Huguenot St. (914-575-0147)
If you want to know exactly what to expect, this well-known chain is also in walking distance of the MAC and right across the street from the Radisson’s back door entrance. No deliveries but you can order a pie in advance for pick up or eat in.
Modern Restaurant & Pizzeria, 12 Russell Ave. (914-633-9479)
You’ll need wheels to get here (about 1.5 miles from the Radisson) and parking is tight, so plan accordingly. But it’s worth the effort. This is an authentic Italian restaurant and pizzeria, comparable to any place you’ll find in New York City’s Little Italy. The menu is also far more extensive than just pizza. And, it delivers for free!
Other Fast Food
Kentucky Fried Chicken , 490 North Avenue, New Rochelle (914) 632-3290
McDonald's, 270 Main Street, New Rochelle (914) 636-9329
Subway Sandwiches & Salads, 215 North Avenue, New Rochelle. . . (914) 633-9435
Taco Bell Restaurant, 329 Main Street, New Rochelle. . . (914) 576-0534
Unless otherwise noted, all are in walking distance of either the MAC or not too far from the Radisson. Just be sure to call in advance for reservations!):
n Bella Bella, 583 Main St. (Italian -- 914-813-2626)
n Posto 22, 22 Division St. (Italian -- 914-235-2464)
n Coromandel Cuisine of India, 30 Division Street (Indian -- 914-235-8390)
n Rangoli, 615 Main St. (Indian -- 914-235-1306)
n Mariano Rivera’s 42 Clubhouse Grill, 14 Memorial Highway, 914-632-1442. This steak house is owned by Yankee Mariano Rivera. Don’t be surprised if you see him there or other baseball greats!
n City Chow House, Radisson Hotel (Italian/American -- 914-576-4141)
Just outside New Rochelle but worth the trip for a change of scenery…
Edo Japanese Steakhouse, 4787 Boston Post Rd, Pelham, (914- 738-1413)
Dinner and “entertainment” by its chefs and their amazing knife skills. Your team will sit around a grill and watch their dinner prepared in front of their own eyes. It’s a very lively place and not your traditional restaurant. Great steak!
Molly Spillane’s, 211 Mamaroneck Ave., Mamaroneck, (914-899-3130)
This is another great sports bar with a decidedly Irish pub twist to it.
The Radisson Hotel and the Monroe College New Rochelle campus is located within walking distance of the New Rochelle Amtrak and Metro train stations, which is a 25-minute train ride to New York City's Grand Central Station and a short drive from LaGuardia Airport.
The Radisson is also close to White Plains, NY and Greenwich, CT, both popular destinations.
The following suggested attractions are only a part of what is in proximity to New Rochelle, NY. Feel free to ask anyone on the Athletics Staff if you need guidance or want further information.
