Orlando Roll Call

[XU-PA]

I'm in, guaranteed.

[xu82]

I'm leaning heavily that way, probably 90% certain. Need to look at details. It was easier when I lived in Sarasota! (And better, but that's another story.)

[94GRAD]

In with 10 others

[xu82]

In with 10 others


Curious about details on tickets, where people are staying, etc. I'll probably be coming alone from Atlanta.

[xukeith]

Curious about details on tickets, where people are staying, etc. I'll probably be coming alone from Atlanta.

Hoping the game is after 3pm as I am taking Friday off and will be glued to tv all Thursday.

[xu82]

Do we know for sure we play Thursday? Ticketmaster has tix from $150-270 for all sessions. $270 isn't great seats, so how are the others sold? Should I go thru X? Used to go there a TON for AAU, but always stayed out near Disney. Interested in hotel recommendations if anyone has them.

[PattyMac1021]

It is 100% happening on Thursday.

[kmcrawfo]

It is 100% happening on Thursday.

I am already here with family. Will be at game for sure.

[xu82]

I am already here with family. Will be at game for sure.


How incredibly convenient! Good for you!

[xu82]

What time do the early games start on Thursday? Trying to figure out if I can drive in that morning, or if it's better to come in Wednesday. It looks like it's much cheaper to stay out by the resorts or the airport and Uber into town. Anything reasonable downtown would be my preference. What's the best way to acquire tickets? I'd like to be in an X section rather than some random spot as I'll be coming in alone.

[OTRMUSKIE]

We play at 6:50

[94GRAD]

Team hotel is Sheraton Orlando North

[Olsingledigit]

I have a ticket from X but due to an illness In the family I cannot go. If you are interested in the ticket (just one and at cost) email me at jim@alerdingconsulting.com.

[bobbiemcgee]

Team hotel is Sheraton Orlando North

I used to live about a mile from here and had numerous meetings and events there. Pretty nice place but if I was going by myself for a few days, I'd opt for the Extended Stay across the street at half the price and hang out at the Sheraton's bar. http://www.antobarorlando.com/ Whole damn bar was shipped in from Ireland. Usually set up tents in the parking lot for St. Paddy's Day. There's also plenty of lower price motels in Altamonte Springs (the next exit on I-4). The Embassy Suites there are situated in a park -like setting with about anything you could want to eat or drink (almost everything brand new) within a mile around it. Daytona Beach is just 45 mins. from this exit.

I could make it down to the Magic game in 10-15 minutes if the traffic cooperated. Nowadays, I would Uber or Lyft.

For beer runs there is a 7-11 at the intersection on the left. Nice Dinner Out? Sam Snead's a block from the Sheraton.
http://samsneadstavern.com/

The Amway Center is almost new and gorgeous. You will love it, but expect to pay absurd prices for almost anything in the area surrounding it.

[JohnW22]

Where do you go to get tickets through Xavier?

[kmcrawfo]

Where do you go to get tickets through Xavier?

Xavier Fan,

Xavier men's basketball has earned a No. 11 Seed in the 2017 NCAA Tournament and will face No. 6 seed Maryland (24-8) in Orlando, Fla. on Thursday, March 16 in the first round.

Tickets for Orlando will be available through the Xavier Athletics Ticket Office for Season Ticket Holders & All For One Fund donors starting at 9:00 a.m. on Monday, March 13. Fans should call 513-745-3411 x.7.

Fans that already requested tickets have been sent an email about receiving tickets.

Tickets for Orlando are also available through Ticketmaster while supplies last.

For the latest on Xavier in the NCAA Tournament, visit GoXavier.com/Postseaso

[Newswired]

I have two all-session tickets in the Xavier section that I sadly can no longer use. We made it to Orlando for both pre-season tournaments, but someone else will have to sit beside Luke Murray's Dad this time. Send me a private message if interested in purchasing them.

[GetUp5]

I have two all-session tickets in the Xavier section that I sadly can no longer use. We made it to Orlando for both pre-season tournaments, but someone else will have to sit beside Luke Murray's Dad this time. Send me a private message if interested in purchasing them.

Tried to send a PM but says your inbox is too full. Assume someone has already jumped on these, but if not, let me know!!

[94GRAD]

Pregame reception is at Ferg's Depot from 430-630

[Newswired]

Sorry about that. I cleaned up the mailbox if you want to resend. Tickets still available.



Tried to send a PM but says your inbox is too full. Assume someone has already jumped on these, but if not, let me know!!

[xu82]

What are people doing for hotels? More importantly, how are you handling cancelation policies if (God forbid) we lose Thursday night. Through Expedia I locked up a room at a Dumpy Best Western that happens to be near the arena, and relatively cheap ($124/night). I still have a couple days to cancel for free. I called them and got some lady who is apparently new to the english language. She said I had to call the hotel for that. The guy at the hotel was clearly upset with me for booking through expedia ("that's what you get!") and said the penalty was up to Expedia since it's their reservation. I asked if rooms were still available, and if so, I'd book one if the cancelation policy was acceptable, then cancel with Expedia. He told me he was busy with a full lobby and I should call the reservations people in Arizona for that. So I called Arizona, only to be told the hotels are independently owned and the cancelation policy varies by location (and apparently whim).

So, at this point screw them. I'd like to cancel and start over. Where are people staying, and what do you know about the cancelation policy? HELP!

[bobbiemcgee]

As mentioned above, I wouldn't stay downtown. Check Altamonte Springs on Trivago. Plenty of good places to stay and they won't be affected by the NCAA hype that far from the Center (about 8-10 miles, easy drive down I-4.) The Hawthorne Suites are relatively new and next door to a Steakhouse. You should have no problem booking for one night and then booking for the next night or going to another hotel. Disney area will be all booked up due to spring break, so I would avoid. Also, Arnie Palmer's Bay Hill Tournament is this weekend.

Avoid tantalizing rates on LEE RD. Not a good area, mostly welfare rooms.

[xu82]

To save the wasted time and frustration I just went through, here's my plan: book two reservations. One for the first 2 nights(Wed/Thuirs), then a second reservation for Friday/Saturday. I'll have until 4:00 Fri to cancel the second with no penalty.

I know there are much nicer areas, and can continue to look around for a better option. The team hotel was minimum of $289/night and I'm less than half of that ($124/night, but you get what you pay for). The team hotel is checking to see who gets the group rate, what that rate is and will get back to me. I don't plan on doing anything other than sleeping in the room, so I'm not going to be picky. I plan to Uber around for the most part so I like the idea of being close to the arena and Church Street Station. We used to be frequent Orlando visitors when we lived in Sarasota, as much for AAU hoops as the parks. We're going to Denver and Vail next week, and this was an unexpected expense. I'll "suffer through it" on a budget, and a couple wins! At least tha's the plan for now.... If I find good prices out that way, I may change AGAIN.

[American X]

Just received this email:


http://www.xavier.edu/email_blast/2017/ncaa/images/tournament-tickets.png

Men's NCAA Tournament Information

Xavier has earned a No. 11 Seed in the 2017 NCAA Tournament and will face No. 6 seeded Maryland (24-8) in Orlando, Fla. on Thursday, March 16 at 6:50 p.m. at Amway Center.

Group Ticket Information
$66 per ticket, upper level
Limit 2 per person.

Tickets are for Thursday’s evening session only in Xavier's group block. Should Xavier advance, you are also required to buy the same number of tickets for Saturday’s session in Orlando. Those tickets will be the same price. However, if Xavier loses on Thursday, you will not be charged and will not receive any future tickets.

Purchase by calling the Xavier Athletics Ticket Office at 513-745-3411 x7 beginning at 9 a.m. on Tuesday.

Link (http://alumni.xavier.edu/rel@ycampaigns/campaign2848/template.jsp?campaignId=2848&recipientId=14383302&mpLogId=24376&test=false)


Alumni Gathering Spot in Orlando
FERG'S SPORTS BAR & GRILL
78 W Church St
Orlando, FL 32801
407-367-2952
FergsSportsBar.com (http://www.fergssportsbar.com/)

PRE-GAME EVENTS
Thursday, March 16
Time: 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Food and drink available for purchase.

Saturday, March 18 (if Xavier advances)
2 hours prior to Saturday session games.
Food and drink available for purchase.

Plenty of downtown Orlando parking garages and the Sports Bar is within walk*ing distance to Amway Center. RSVP not needed. Come early and ready to cheer on the Musketeers! Appearances by the Xavier Pep Band and Cheerleaders.

Visit GoXavier.com/Postseason for the most up to date information.

[pimpinthebox]

IN. See you at Ferg's.

[chico]

Wish I could be there but I will be at a yet to be named sports book in Vegas.

[nuts4xu]

Wish I could be there but I will be at a yet to be named sports book in Vegas.

Not a bad "plan B".

[paulxu]

Bill Murray is a Muskie cheerleader?

[bobbiemcgee]

We're going to Denver and Vail next week......

82, bring your shorts, sunscreen and fire extinguisher. 76-80 all this week and next.

[D-West & PO-Z]

Wish I could be there but I will be at a yet to be named sports book in Vegas.

Lucky. I went last year and in 2013, nothing like it. Do yourself a BIG favor and find a sports book that has the "First to 15" bet. Then bet every dog, you wont regret it, best bet in the history of sports.

[xu82]

82, bring your shorts, sunscreen and fire extinguisher. 76-80 all this week and next.

I looked that up, and thought I'd made some mistake! Saw webcams of people skiing in Vail. So it wasn't little known (and non-existent to my knowledge) Denver, FL. But I assumed some error on my part.

[xu95]

I am already here with family. Will be at game for sure.

Same here. We were on the tarmac in Chicago on our flight to Orlando when they made the announcement. Hell yeah the 95 Fam will be in the house tonight.

[xu95]

82, bring your shorts, sunscreen and fire extinguisher. 76-80 all this week and next.

I have been here all week and can guarantee you it is no where near 80.

[XU-PA]

I'm going to have 1 extra for tonight if anyone needs.
Message me at 727-254-7133, I'll be at Greg's around 530

[powerofX]

Important question. I know that beer sales isn't a part of the regular seats at NCAA tourney sites but if you happen to luck into some of the club or suite seats are you able to enjoy any of the private bars in the arena?!?

[bobbiemcgee]

I have been here all week and can guarantee you it is no where near 80.

You're in Denver?

[Masterofreality]

Wish I could be there but I will be at a yet to be named sports book in Vegas.

Not out there with you this year Brother, but there will not be too many nights that can be better than the one we had in Vegas. Duke goes down and then Tu does the sweet kiss off glass to dump the Domers. #Classic

[powerofX]

Couldn't make it Thursday because of work obligations. Flying down tonight. See everyone Saturday! Go X!

[GoMuskies]

So where are the Xavier fans gathering to watch games and drink off their hangovers today in Orlando? I want to live vicariously through you.

[xu82]

So where are the Xavier fans gathering to watch games and drink off their hangovers today in Orlando? I want to live vicariously through you.

I'll be heading back to Church Street Station (around Ferg's and a three minute walk to Amway) to be near the action.....and do exactly that. I can't remember the last time I closed a bar. Not that it hasn't happened, just that I can't remember....

[JEHARDI]

Heading down for the game tomorrow. Were there a lot of tickets being scalped? Looking for LL seats around face value.

[GoMuskies]

I'm not there, but I'd think tomorrow will be tough to find what you're looking for. Florida and FSU aren't exactly die hard basketball fanbases, but with BOTH of them playing in tomorrow's session, I'd expect tickets to be a bit tight. At least for lower level.

[xu82]

Heading down for the game tomorrow. Were there a lot of tickets being scalped? Looking for LL seats around face value.

Good point on FSU and UF being present, but the scalpers were everywhere lining the sidewalks. One guy started at $60 and was down to $20 by the time I walked away. No telling what the weekend may bring in terms of buyers.

[bobbiemcgee]

and the Gator fans will be rooting for X.

[XU-PA]

again, it appears I have one ticket available, it's in the Xu fan section, lower level. I pick up at will call, plan on being there and possibly over at Ferg's by 4:30 or so
727-254-7133

[American X]

Remember the movie Go? Amway Center makes me keep thinking of this scene:


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OkdLWuCRe0c

[bobbiemcgee]

Nothing more to see here...move on - move on

[GoMuskies]

Hope you guys are all passed out in a bar in Orlando.

[Wheelhouse]

God bless you magnificent bastards that were down there.

[mid major]

Heading down for the game tomorrow. Were there a lot of tickets being scalped? Looking for LL seats around face value.

Hey, John, was it worth it? I need not ask.

[bobbiemcgee]

as Tony Perez would say...."Orlando been berry, berry good to me"

[XU-PA]

We were outnumbered down there, 4 to one, maybe worse, by the FSU fan base. We all hoped that the U Florida fans in attendance would help cheer us on, they really weren't any help. But our small crew of overly enthusiastic fans rocked that building, we were loud and proud from the opening tip. Funniest sight of the evening, Tyrique's mom smacking her husband to get him up out of his seat during the second half run! Very proud to have been a part of the bunch.

[nuts4xu]

We were outnumbered down there, 4 to one, maybe worse, by the FSU fan base. We all hoped that the U Florida fans in attendance would help cheer us on, they really weren't any help. But our small crew of overly enthusiastic fans rocked that building, we were loud and proud from the opening tip. Funniest sight of the evening, Tyrique's mom smacking her husband to get him up out of his seat during the second half run! Very proud to have been a part of the bunch.

Job well done. At one point I heard the tomahawk chomp chant start to eminate from the stands. But Xavier Nation drowned that out quick with a "let's go X" chant of our own. You, and the rest of our fans who were in Florida represented our program well.

[chico]

Lucky. I went last year and in 2013, nothing like it. Do yourself a BIG favor and find a sports book that has the "First to 15" bet. Then bet every dog, you wont regret it, best bet in the history of sports.

That bet was amazing! It had been about 5 years since I was there last and it wasn't there then. Whoever thought that bet up better have gotten a nice promotion.

By the way, many more Xavier fans out there this year. And many more people were on the Xavier train as well. Living in Cincy you don't really see what the rest of the country thinks of our team and most everyone thought highly of our team. The only downside was a crazy lady from UCLA who kept yelling "Xavier, bitches" after every basket.

This makes two times in a row that I've been there when X went to the sweet 16. I'm willing to take one for the program and go out again next season.

[D-West & PO-Z]

That bet was amazing! It had been about 5 years since I was there last and it wasn't there then. Whoever thought that bet up better have gotten a nice promotion.



Glad you found it and liked it! Really is the best bet out there, so much intensity right off the bat in every game. I think 2 16 seeds got to 15 points first this year too. The bet is only at certain books though, not everyone has them which is crazy to me.

[flatspat]

That bet was amazing! It had been about 5 years since I was there last and it wasn't there then. Whoever thought that bet up better have gotten a nice promotion.

By the way, many more Xavier fans out there this year. And many more people were on the Xavier train as well. Living in Cincy you don't really see what the rest of the country thinks of our team and most everyone thought highly of our team. The only downside was a crazy lady from UCLA who kept yelling "Xavier, bitches" after every basket.

This makes two times in a row that I've been there when X went to the sweet 16. I'm willing to take one for the program and go out again next season.

Chico,
Atta baby, being the team player

[chico]

Glad you found it and liked it! Really is the best bet out there, so much intensity right off the bat in every game. I think 2 16 seeds got to 15 points first this year too. The bet is only at certain books though, not everyone has them which is crazy to me.

We were at the Mirage and fortunately they had it. When those low seeded teams got to 15 the place went bonkers!

[XU-PA]

Job well done. At one point I heard the tomahawk chomp chant start to eminate from the stands. But Xavier Nation drowned that out quick with a "let's go X" chant of our own. You, and the rest of our fans who were in Florida represented our program well.

Thank you, I've never had more fun! And now, in Florida, I'm 10-0!

[xu82]

Thank you, I've never had more fun! And now, in Florida, I'm 10-0!

You are now a mandatory participant in all future Florida games. I LOVED the let's go X chant, and have most of my voice back by today. The last time I saw X in Orlando was The Run. Had the wife and kids there for that, so a family memory! Priceless!