GFI Coordinator
Wow – the 31st GFI is getting closer.
On behalf of the Board of Directors, the Organizing Committee and the over 300 GFI Volunteers, I want to welcome you to the 31st Grand Forks International Baseball Tournament. We are very excited and enthusiastic as we plan the 31st GFI - a long tradition for the city of Grand Forks. This event is not possible without the sponsors and advertisers, the City of Grand Forks, the teams, the volunteers and, of course, the fans that come out to support the great game of Baseball. I want to welcome all the teams, some for the first time, and wish them luck as they play for the prize money. The whole committee is working hard to make the event a memorable one. My goal is to have fun, watch some great games, meet old and new friends at the park, and to soak in the atmosphere. I hope lots of people join me for this great week.

Joan Thomas
GFI 2011 Coordinator

President of Baseball Canada
On behalf of the membership of Baseball Canada, I am pleased to welcome all athletes, sponsors, volunteers and guests to the 2011 edition of the Grand Forks International Baseball Tournament.
The Tournament Committee has put a great deal of time and effort into preparation for this event to ensure that your stay will be a very enjoyable one. I feel that all players, coaches and officials will return home with many good memories of Grand Forks.
I thank the Committee and the City of Grand Forks for hosting this prestigious event and wish the participants “Good Luck, Safe travel and a very rewarding and enjoyable baseball experience.
Sincerely: Ray Carter, President

President of Baseball BC
I'm delighted to welcome everyone to this year's edition of the Grand Forks International Tournament.

This tournament continues to make a wonderful mark on the baseball landscape in British Columbia. As fall approaches, you provide a signature event with some high caliber play in a terrific setting. The baseball community in BC is proud of what the organizers of this tournament do every year. We hope that you'll continue and build upon the rich tradition that this tournament has come to provide.

The board and staff of Baseball BC wish everyone the best experience possible in Grand Forks, and we hope our visitors on and off the field will take away some memories that will last a lifetime!

John Berry
President, Baseball BC

The organizers of the Grand Forks International Baseball Tournament are busy planning an exciting 12 team lineup including the defending champions, the Seattle Studs. In addition, the Grand Forks International Baseball Tournament is pleased to announce that for the first time in tournament history Australia will be coming to Grand Forks.

Indeed this classic Canadian sporting event is not only a player’s dream but also a baseball fan’s delight with added surprises for the non-baseball people. The GFI has lots of entertainment including exciting baseball, watching kids participate in the Run the Bases contest, having fun viewing the antics of Gifi the mascot, playing free Bingo during the games and taking it easy enjoying the picturesque city of Grand Forks.

Not only is the caliber of play phenomenal but the entire atmosphere is something to experience. An early morning game has a relaxing feel about it, the afternoon games allow you to soak up some late summer sun, and then to be part of the crowd under the lights for a memorable night game is truly unforgettable. Enjoy the moment, visit with friends, eat at the HardBall Café and spend some time in the right field tavern. It’s all here for you as we invite you to Grand Forks for 6 unforgettable days, August 31st to September 5th. Visit our web site regularly for information and news of the 2011 GFI.

Contact information

Mail to:
GFI
Box 2082 - 475 73rd Ave.
Grand Forks B.C. Canada V0H 1H0
Phone: 250-442-8323 and 1-877-504-3993

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