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11th Annual Derby City Classic - Horseshoe Casino & Hotel

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Date: Saturday, December 27 2008 @ 07:39:25 UTC
Topic: 9 Ball



The 11th Annual Derby City Classic
presented by the Horseshoe Casino and Hotel

Horseshoe Casino and Hotel
11999 Casino Center Drive SE
Elizabeth
47117
Indiana
USA
Phone: 1-866-766-2671
www.horseshoe-indiana.com
www.derbycityclassic.com

Friday-Saturday 23-31 January 2009



A TOURNAMENT WITH NON-STOP, HIGH-STAKES SIDE ACTION

9 Ball, One Pocket and 9 Ball Banks - Three massive individual tournaments decide the "ALL AROUND" Champion at this incredible action fest of a hustler's jamboree, and this is going to be the BIGGEST and BEST year ever.

"Read More..." for the details.

The HORSESHOE Has Added More Rooms
Sunday, 1/25 – 20 rooms @ $229.00
Monday, 1/26 – 50 rooms @ $149.00
Tuesday, 1/27 – 50 rooms @ $149.00
Wednesday, 1/28 – 20 rooms @ $149.00
Thursday, 1/29 – 20 rooms @ $179.00

Reservations
HORSESHOE: 866-766-2671
Code# S01HDCC
Tournament Dates: Jan 23-31, 2009
Horseshoe Casino and Hotel
11999 Casino Center Drive SE
Elizabeth, IN 47117
Phone: 1-866-766-2671
www.harrahs.com


Check out this great additional hotel in the area!
Holiday Inn Express: New Albany , Indiana

The rate is $79.95 with breakfast,
the group code is (dia) you can book online
at www.hiexpress.com/newalbanyin
Or call the hotel direct. (877)451-2595
Holiday Inn Express
411 W. Spring Street
New Albany In,47150
Phone    (812)945-2771
Fax        (812)949-7937
Toll Free (877)451-2595
www.hiexpress.com/newalbanyin


Shuttle Service
DIAMOND will have a 15 passenger van for transportation of our clientele (pool player's and spectators) from the airport to Horseshoe and Holiday INN as follows:

Jan.22 - 10:00am, 1:00pm, 4:00pm, 7:00pm, and 11:00pm.

Jan.23 - Jan.31 DIAMOND will run the van from the Holiday INN to Horseshoe as follows:

9:00am depart from Holiday INN arrive @ Horseshoe 9:20am    10:20 depart from Horseshoe arrive at Holiday INN 10:40

11:00am depart from Holiday INN arrive @ Horseshoe 11:20am    12:20 depart from Horseshoe arrive at Holiday INN 12:40

1:00pm depart from Holiday INN arrive @ Horseshoe 1:20pm        2:20 depart from Horseshoe arrive at Holiday INN 2:40

3:00pm depart from Holiday INN arrive @ Horseshoe 3:20pm        4:20 depart from Horseshoe arrive at Holiday INN 4:40

BREAK

7:00 depart from Holiday INN arrive @ Horseshoe 7:20pm        8:20 depart from Horseshoe arrive at Holiday INN 8:40

9:00 depart from Holiday INN arrive @ Horseshoe 9:20pm        10:20 depart from Horseshoe arrive at Holiday INN 10:40

11:00 depart from Holiday INN arrive @ Horseshoe 11:20pm         12:20 depart from Horseshoe arrive at Holiday INN 12:40

Resume next morning, with same schedule. The schedule is subject to change based on demand from the Holiday INN to Horseshoe. Pickups at the airport may be possible but are also based on demand between Horseshoe and Holiday INN.

A cell phone will be turned on at 7:00am on January 22nd to request service and discuss schedules. The number is (812) 207-8339. The driver's name is Jon.

Please be understanding and courteous. DIAMOND is trying to accommodate EVERYONE! Tips for Jon will be GREATLY APPRECIATED!!!

If you get stranded at the Horseshoe after scheduled hours, taxi service is available from Horseshoe to the Holiday INN. (estimated cost is $15.00)









Ultimate Gift Giveaway: On Saturday, January 31, the legendary Horseshoe Casino is partnering with Diamond Billiards, the premier name in pool tables, for the Ultimate Entertainment Giveaway. We’re giving eight Sony Bravia 42” HDTV’s and a professional Rosewood pool table with custom accessories from Diamond Billiard Products. This exclusive offering includes a 9-foot Rosewood pool table, custom Rosewood chairs, four custom pool cues, professional balls and Rosewood rack, plus much more, all valued over $20,000. Swipe your Total Rewards card daily for your chance to win.



Derby City Classic Poker Tournament: $340 No Limit Texas Hold ‘Em will take place in the poker room at 6:00 p.m. on January 30, 2009.


Jeanette Lee Appearance: January 30 and 31 with a special Challenge the pro from 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. on Saturday the 31st.



Software Update
New This Year - Scheduled Times for Every Round


This year for the first time since its inception the Derby City Classic will have scheduled times for every round in each of the three main tournaments. The schedule will be posted in the venue, on the room TVs, and on the DCC website for those staying offsite. A new draw algorithm, invented by computer programmer and player Ed Scott, will be used to do the draw for every round at its pre-appointed time, without having to wait for all prior round matches to complete.

"This should eliminate the problem of unpredictable waits between rounds as the final matches are winding down" said Greg Sullivan, Executive Director. "Players can plan their day knowing when the next round will start. Of course the number one consideration was making sure the new draw is as perfectly fair and random as the old method. It's taken two years to work out the details, with a lot of help from Ed Scott, Brent Lykins, Paul Smith, Ben Brown, Chad Sharlow and all my staff at Diamond Billiards, and I hope everyone enjoys the benefits of pre-scheduled times for each round."


2009 Event Dates

9-Ball Banks

$110.00 Entry Fee(Entry fee includes a $10.00 registration fee)
Total: $110.00
Entry Jan. 23rd, 10am            $50.00 Buyback
Players Meeting,12 Noon
Match Play Begins at 1:00pm    

One-Pocket
$135.00 Entry Fee(Entry fee includes a $10.00 registration fee)
Total: $135.00
Entry: Jan. 25th, 10am         $75.00 Buyback
Players Meeting,12 Noon
Match Play Begins at 1:00pm

9-Ball
$160.00 Entry Fee(Entry fee includes a $10.00 registration fee)
Total: $160.00
Entry: Jan. 28th, 10am         $100.00 Buyback
Players Meeting, 12 Noon
Match Play Begins at 1:00pm

9-Ball Banks Mini-Tournament Player Entry
$25.00 Entry Fee(Entry fee includes a $5.00 registration fee)
Total: $30.00
Limited to first 64 players Race to 5
Tuesday, January 27th
Match Play Begins at 12:00am

9-Ball Mini-Tournament Player Entry
$25.00 Entry Fee(Entry fee includes a $5.00 registration fee)
Total: $30.00
Limited to first 64 players Race to 5
Saturday, January 24th
Match Play Begins at 12:00am

One-Pocket Mini-Tournament Player Entry
$25.00 Entry Fee(Entry fee includes a $5.00 registration fee)
Total: $30.00
Limited to first 32 players Race to 2
Friday, January 30th
Match Play Begins at 12:00am


Refund Request must be in writing and received at Diamond Billiard Products 4700 New Middle Rd. Jeffersonville , IN 47130 by
January 18,2009. All refunds will be charged a $25.00 cancellation fee. The registration fee will not be refunded.
All refunds will be processed after February 23,2009.

For specific information or answers to questions, feel free to contact our office at: Diamond Billiard Products. (812)288-7665

Tickets will be held at the tournament Office located in Horseshoe Casino Southern Indiana and can only be retrieved by the card holder with original credit card of purchase and a valid photo ID with signature such as a state ID, driver's license or passport. Tickets will be available starting January 22nd, 2009. If you have any questions please contact us at: info@dcctickets.com.


VIP & TV-VIP

3 Day VIP Finals Pass
Jan. 29th, 30th and 31st
$105.00
*Non-refundable and Non-Transferable*

NOTICE: 3 Day VIP Finals seating will be automatically generated on a first come, first serve basis. Tickets will be held at the tournament office located in the Horseshoe Casino Southern Indiana and can only be retrieved by the card holder with original credit card of purchase and a valid photo ID with signature such as a state ID, driver's license or passport. Tickets will be available for pick-up starting January 22nd, 2009.


9 Day VIP Seating
$185.00
*Non-refundable and Non-Transferable*

9 Day VIP-TV Event Pass
$240.00
*Non-refundable and Non-Transferable*
SOLD OUT
*Non-refundable and Non-Transferable*


Your seats will be automatically generated on a first come, first serve basis. Tickets will be held at the tournament office located in the Horseshoe Casino Southern Indiana and can only be retrieved by the card holder with original credit card of purchase and a valid photo ID with signature such as a state ID, driver's license or passport. Tickets will be available for pick-up starting January 22nd, 2009.








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