Post-Game Wrap-Up:
We had a strong showing last week, defeating We Got the Runs 6-0. Our D totally shut them down. I give credit to the fact that Steve wouldn’t let me pitch. The game ball went to Ryan, who’s home run counted for 3 (or was it 2?) of our runs.
Action Item 1:
Yes, no, or maybe so…are you coming to the 7:15 game vs Spin the Bottle? The weather should be in the 80s, so it won’t be a blistering hot day.
I likely will be running very late and may miss the game. Stupid work. I’ll see you at the bar if I’m not at the field. Jed and Becky will be running the show if I’m not there.
Scouting Report:
Spin is one of the elder teams of the division. They used to be the “bad boy” team of the division that everyone loved to hate. They’ve also been in a few championship games, so they know how to win. That said, there has been a lot of turn over the past few years, and, after quite a few beers, they’ve mellowed out a lot. They’ve always been cool to me, so I like ‘em. And by “cool to me” I mean they give me beer when I ref.
Their men are staunch anti-munters. That said, their women (at least some of them) will bunt. Therefore, we need to play a catcher that knows how to field bunts and can make the throw to 1st. I haven’t seen them play this year yet, but if they still have some of their bigger guys, they can kick the ball a mile, so the outfield needs to play deeper than usual until we get a feel for their kicking style.
As someone said to me after game #1 this year, “Spin is a shell of their former selves.” This is another winable game.
Squatting & Reffing
I can’t ref the early game this week. Jed said that he would try to, but if you want to get down there early to keep him company and have a few pre-game brewskies, I’m sure that he would appreciate it.
Action Item 2: Theme
To get you thinking about your Metal Mania costume (reminder: Metal Mania* is NEXT WEEK), this week’s theme is 80s hair bands. What’s your band name?
In addition to your 80s name, remember to put your real name on your name tag so that we get to know one another.
* For info on last Metal Mania III, do a search of blog archives. I frickin’ love Metal Mania!
Action Item 3: Libations
You know the deal. Who’s bringing cups and drinks?
Scavenger Hunt:
The Hunt is set for June 28. Teams of 4-6. Ridiculously silly, fun, drunk time. If you miss this and you’re not out of the country or in a wheelchair, you are off the team. No arguments. More info is at http://www.dcsmashed.org/scavenger/Welcome.html
Quiz of the Day:
Think you know the 80s? Take one of the many quizzes here: http://www.80smusiclyrics.com/archives.shtml
Welcome to your life
Theres no turning back
Even while we sleep
We will find you
Acting on your best behaviour
Turn your back on mother nature
Everybody wants to rule the world
– Everybody wants to rule the world, Tears for Fears
