National Sports Collectors Convention

29th National Tickets Now Available

Tickets for the 29th National Sports Collectors Convention, July 30-August 3 at the Donald E Stephens Convention Center in Tickets for the 29th National Sports Collectors Convention, July 30-August 3 at the Donald E Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont are now on sale through this web site. Once again this year you can purchase your tickets and immediately print them on your home or office computer.

Several admission options are available including the very popular 5-day VIP packages. Single day general admission tickets, good any one day of the show are also avaDetails on available ticket options are posted on the ticketing web page. Click here to buy your 29th National tickets now.

Autograph Tickets to go on Sale 5/16

Tristar Productions has announced that Autograph Tickets for guests appearing the the 29th National Sports Collectors Convention will go on sale on Friday May 16. The schedule for guest appearnaces will be announced at that time as well. Tickets will be available through Tristar's web site at www.TristarProductions.com

The popular Platinum VIP Ticket which includes 5 day admission, gifts, autographs and other benefits will be available exclusive on the Tristar site beginning that same time.

Trader Retreat/Sports Card Forum to run "Road Show to the National"

The popular collectors sites Trader Retreat and Sports Card Forum will be running a great "Road Trip to the National" promotion this year. They will be renting 1-2 RVs and will start with a few people at two locations to be determined and then add other collectors along the way. SCF and sponsors will pay for transportation to the show and a hotel room for the duration of the show (3 nights). For complete details on this promotion visit them at http://www.traderretreat.com/forum/ or sportscardforum.com.

Tristar announces first group of Autograph Guests for Chicago National

Cubs Hall of Famer Ryne Sandberg to sign

Tristar Productions, host of the 29th National Autograph

Pavilion has announced the initial group of guests scheduled to appear at the Chicago National, July 30-August 2, 2008 at the Donald E Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, IL. The guest list includes a large number of Hall of Fame guests as well as signers with a Chicago connection.

Headlining the event will be Chicago Cubs Hall of Famer Ryne Sandberg. Joining Ryno will be 4-time NL Batting Champ Bill Madlock. Also appearing from the world of baseball will be the most recent member of the 3000 Hit Club and future Hall of Famer Craig Biggio who will be joined by Hall of Famers Lou Brock and Stan Musial. Former Chicago Blackhawk NHL Hall of Famer Bobby Hull will be on hand to sign for his many fans.

From the NFL attendees will be thrilled to see old friend Buddy Ryan, architect of that great Bears defense from the 1985 Super Bowl Championship. Other NFL Hall of Famers appearing include Jim Brown, Paul Hornung, Y A Tittle, Randy White and Jackie Slater. Former Packer great Jerry Kramer will sign as well as several members of the Cowboy's Doomsday Defense including Jethro Pugh. George Andrie and Bob Lilly.

For a complete list of athletes or to register to receive updates on other guests appearing at the 29th National, please click here to visit Tristar Productions web site.

Gibsons Steakhouse named

Official Restaurant of the 29th National

Gibsons Steakhouse, conveniently located directly across the street from the Donald E Stephens Convention Center, has been named the Official Restaurant for the 29th National. Long a favorite of exhibitors and attendees, Gibson is a great place to meet after a long day on the show floor.

Gibsons will also host the traditional Wednesday Press Party that kicks off the National.