abstract:The talking stick, also called a speaker's staff,Wade 31 is an instrument of aboriginal democracy used by many tribes, especially those of indigenous peoples of the Northwest Coast. The talking stick may be passed around a group or used only by leaders as a symbol of their authority and right to speak in public.
Upon leaving Salt River Fields at TalkingStick after the United States had played the Colorado Rockies in an exhibition game, fans were presented with an advertisement.
Prior to the news that World Baseball Classic games were being moved to Chase Field due to the weather, Salt River Fields at TalkingStick was originally scheduled to host two games.