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| Oct. 6, 2007 Cognac Lite | Topic: Tournaments Discussion: LVSSA 2007 Einstein, Denny Jones is another one of those players that I have played with. Yes, the pony tail man (no offense Jano) is one of those VETS I have had the previledge of playing with. I owe that all to Mike Burbank. Interesting enough, we played together in the Black World. Yes, I was recruited by a White Man to play in the Black World--Go figure. I wish that I could have ssen DJ last weekend. If you see him, tell him that I said hello. Damn! I wish that I was there watching you guys this weekend. I told Audie Hollis this morning how I wish that I could be there tol see ALL of you guys. Tell the Stoneman, the other half of the Booze Brothers, that I send my greetings. I am pulling for you, Einstein, except when you are playing Hollis. |
| Oct. 6, 2007 Cognac Lite | Topic: Tournaments Discussion: LVSSA 2007 Well well well, It's me again. I am sitting here watching college football, and obviously, I am on OUR site. I have read about Arndt, Clatter, Galloway, Burbank, Martin, and the others. I have been fortunate enough to play with or against all of those guys. Yes, I did play against Howard when I was 19 years old. I was definitely impressed with the guys of the early years. I am also impressed with the guys of today. When I say that, I am talking about the young guys of now and the MATURE guys who are still playing. I have read a lot of the messages here on this site, and most of the guys mentioned are from the East or the West. I have a question. What about the guys from the Midwest? Even though I started playing this game at an early age, probably the two guys who helped me the most were from the Midwest. They have never ever been mentioned. Einstein, in one of his messages to the board, stated that I had game. Again, thank you for that compliment. I must attribute that to Herman (Captain Crunch) Rathman of Leavenworth, Kansas, and Matthew (Chic) Downing of Atchison, Kansas. Do any of you guys remember Flightline of Arkansas and Nelson Painting of Oklahoma? I have seen quite a few players in my life. But, the Captain may have been the best clutch hitter I have ever seen or played with. Even with bad carriers (knees), he was awesome. He has told me stories about all of the guys mentioned. How can anyone not mention Herman Rathman? And then there's Chic--Chic was a 6'8" lefty who could dink a ball to the left side and beat it out. At any given time, he could drop a BOMB. I am sure some of you vets know who they are. Even though I am in the East, I had to give props to the guys in the Midwest. Any reponses? |
| Oct. 2, 2007 Cognac Lite | Topic: Tournaments Discussion: LVSSA 2007 Congratulations go out to all the participants. I send a special CONGRATULATION to the Mavs. Thanks to Rick Perez, Stoney, Einstein, Utah Mike, and the rest of you bums (LOL), you made sure that we didn't get a chance to play against the Mavs. I do congratulate the Mavs. STONEY, my dear brother, it was great seeing you. Einstein, how did I not put two and two together. You look just like that genius, Genius. I remember you from Huth...., KS. If I recall correctly, you took a shot of the body there too. You are definitely a BALL MAGNET. Hell, I would still be whining had I taken a shot like you did off of Mark Martin's bat. I think you need to buy my get-out-of-the-way video (LOL). It was definitely a pleasure watching you play. Rick P, I hope you reconsider the statement you made to me. You are playing so well. The GAME of softball will definitely miss you. I am so sorry that you made the plays you did against us, but as a lover of the game, they were AWESOME. No wonder you aren't in jail for stealing, you have the quickest hands I have seen in a while. I will now apologize to the pony tail man out of California. It was a pleasure meeting you, but I don't remember your name. Please refresh my memor. Oh yea, Mike Burbank-----If you ever throw me a quick pitch again, you better make sure that it is my last at bat. If it is not my last at bat, I will find me one of those altered bats from the West Coast and aim for that little Vee Tip hanging in front of your waist (LOL). It's always a pleasure. As for my teammates on Hollis, things didn't turn out the way we had anticipated, but I REALLY ENJOYED IT!!!!!!! I really enjoy playing with you guys. Can anyone tell me how to acquire a fake ID? I would love to play in the 55's. I know you guys are going to have a wonderful time. SSIAB Senior Softball Is A Blast!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! |
| Sept. 22, 2007 Cognac Lite | Topic: Rules of the game Discussion: This FUSS w/ PAT & the lil' KIDZ..... Stoney, I don't know anything about the team or the guys are you are talking about. I read your message pointing out certain incidences that may have brought attention to certain individuals. I am writing this because you mentioned Terell of Florida being accused of using an altered bat. If Terell of Florida is T-Rex as we know him, his character is beyond reproach. From the short time that I have spent with him, he would rather swing a broom stick than to use an altered bat. I hope he doesn't mind me writing this, but T-Rex is well into his 50's and has never had a drop of alcohol. Why? It's because of his Christian beliefs. I wasn't there, but I feel safe to say that T-Rex was hitting seeds or bombs and talking smack. There are a lot of REAL men on the circuit who can hit without CRUTCHES. See you soon, Your Brother |
| Sept. 6, 2007 Cognac Lite | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: unlimited arc Unlimited Arc: I WILL RETIRE. As a 19 year old kid in 1974, I almost quit the game of softball because of the unlimited arc. I was 6'3" at the time. I can imagine what it would have been like had I been a gnome (LOL). I have nothing against short people; my girl is short (LOL). Slowpitch is supposed to be a hitter's game. It is my opinion that the arc would not have any impact on the bat controversy. As long as man is breathing, there will be a BAT DOCTOR who will find a way, regardless of whether the bat is made of wood or bamboo. Therefore, someone will always, UNFORTUNATELY, have a hot bat. This is a little off the subject, but Taits stated, "calls for excessive height". I recall playing in Canada and the base umpire made the ball/strike call as it related to height. There was a wire extending across the backstop which was the height of the ceilng for a strike. That would have an impact on excessive height and create consistency. Just something to think about. Horace T, I had to respond to you because you have such a great first name (LOL). As for a pitcher making a difference in a game, he needs to work on his pitching like hitters work on their hitting. If a pitcher hit the front of the plate and the back of the mat consistently, he will be pretty effective. Just a little tidbit from the Sunshine State. Horace J |
| Aug. 8, 2007 Cognac Lite | Topic: Tournaments Discussion: USSSA, Milwaukee Gary19, I hope you are doing well this afternoon. I am sure that recognize the words in quotations. Therefore, skip that and please continue to the next paragraph. " suppose I could bend and live with someone calling some actual, grueling activity "war". But slow-pitch softball, especially the way Seniors play it? With courtesy runners? And run limits? And the maddingly slow pace that Seniors get on and off the field? And 5 teams in a bracket? Uhhhhhh, I don't think so." A struggle or competition between opposing forces or for a particular end. That sentence is one of Merriam-Webster's definitions of the word WAR. By that definition, a game of checkers could be consider a war. I would like to know a little about you if I may. I don't like to make assumptions' therefore, I am going to throw some things out there for you. Questions: Are you just a controversial kind of fellow? Why do you dislike Senior Softball? Why are you against runners? Are you against the base burglar in ISA? The young uses that player. If you don't mind, please respond. I would love to read what you have to say. |
| Aug. 2, 2007 Cognac Lite | Topic: Bats Discussion: Sick of these bats ! Wood, I love your last sentence. I just figured I would throw my 2 cents in about the bats. I started playing senior softball regularly last year. Until this season, I used a yellow Synergy. I loved it. Had I not broken, it is very likely that I would still be using it. I now swing a Combat; it's hot! I also swing a Jeff Hall Mayhem, and I like that bat too. Therefore, I must agree with your last sentence. I would like to say it another way, if you will allow me to do. A hammer is only as good as the carpenter. For all of you who are questioning the usage of different bats, I have one question for you. WOULD YOU GO TO A GUN FIGHT WITH A KNIFE? It's about parity. |
| Aug. 2, 2007 Cognac Lite | Topic: Bats Discussion: Sick of these bats ! Wood, I love your last sentence. I just figured I would throw my 2 cents in about the bats. I started playing senior softball regularly last year. Until this season, I used a yellow Synergy. I loved it. Had I not broken, it is very likely that I would still be using it. I now swing a Combat; it's hot! I also swing a Jeff Hall Mayhem, and I like that bat too. Therefore, I must agree with your last sentence. I would like to say it another way, if you will allow me to do. A hammer is only as good as the carpenter. For all of you who are questioning the usage of different bats, I have one question for you. WOULD YOU GO TO A GUN FIGHT WITH A KNIFE? If so, you would be dead meat. |
| July 31, 2007 Cognac Lite | Topic: Associations Discussion: asa QUESTION: Can anyone tell me the legal bats that may be used for ASA? Please add the company's name. MANY THANKS! I am not one of those guys who walk around with a $1,000 worth of bats. You may call me cheap, but I don't care. I have three bats. I can only hit with one (hahahahahahahaha) |
| July 31, 2007 Cognac Lite | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: CONGRATULATIONS I want to publicly CONGRATULATE my teammates on Hollis Appraisals. Way to go FRIENDS! You guys are SPECIAL. Even though a game was lost 42-45, you displayed a mighty example of intestinal fortitude (GUTS). To be down 25-45 going into the bottom of the last inning and fight back with 17 without any HR\'s, showed a lot of determination. That inning may have been more impressive than the 27 run inning we had earlier in the tournament. Why? The game was on the line. I can\'t say it enough. You guys are SPECIAL. I am PROUD to be associated with some of the best PLAYERS and PEOPLE in the WORLD. Again, CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Straight from the HEART, Horace/Jeff/Dueces/Two\'s |
| July 10, 2007 Cognac Lite | Topic: Players looking to join a team Discussion: Looking for a team to play with in world tournaments. I know Randy. As a matter of fact, I played with him last year on the Dodge City Bud 45 team. He was the MVP, and HE CAN PLAY. He's a real player and an AWESOME teammate. Make room for him; you can't go wrong. Hello Randy |
| June 19, 2007 Cognac Lite | Topic: Product review Discussion: Joint Medication DMac, I had knee surgery back in 1999. On March 12th of this year, I had to visit my doctor because the pain in my knee was intolerable. He gave me a cortosone (sp) shot. Now, I have heard of the pain some have experienced taking the shot; however, I didn't suffer at all. Since, I have gone back to my surgeon monthly. Each time he asked whether I needed another. I didn't. He also perscribed a drug called Mobic. If you aren't against taking prescribed meds, perhaps you should look into it. I do take the Mobic daily. I do experience some pain after competition involving multiple games. After icing, I am good for the next day. I can now run and walk without suffering. By the way, I am not scheduled to see the doctor until September. Mobic is a generic form of a another drug. For me, the cost is $4 per month. It's worth it for me. I don't mean to sound arrogant, but I am sure that my teammates are glad that there is something I can take. |
| June 19, 2007 Cognac Lite | Topic: Rules of the game Discussion: New Mat Size I have an opinion and a question. I don't feel that expanding the width or the length will make that much of a difference. I can say that because I am 6'5" with long arms. As I stated, I am 6'5", and I have also played in Canada. Twelve feet is twelve feet, whether a person is 6'5" or 5'6". If adding inches to the mat is there to help the umpire, why don't they put a wire up near the backstop and allow the base umpire determine the legality of a pitch as it pertains to the height/ceiling? Now, that would help the umpire. I think that's where the inconsistencies lie. |
| June 5, 2007 Cognac Lite | Topic: Rules of the game Discussion: HELP ON THE RULES (SSWC OR ANYONE ELSE) Freddie, I read your scenario. I may be wrong but this is the way that I think the rule would be interpreted. Being that the second runner has crossed the plate, it would seem to me that he would be treated as a player standing outside of the dugout. A deadball would be called, and the runner closest to the plate will be called out. The batter/runner will go back to second. I am now interested in knowing the actual call. |
| Nov. 17, 2006 Cognac Lite | Topic: Bats Discussion: Miken Ultra II, the NEW Miken Ultra II Advanced and the Altering of Bats: Stoneman, it's interesting to read all of the information about bats. You know that I have never been that knowledgeable about bats. Just give me a bat and let me swing. Whether a ball travels 330 or 430, it's only one run. However, I really do enjoy seeing those mammoth shots. I have never used an Ultra, not even during batting practice. After participating last weekend in Fort Myers, I may have to swing one for kicks. I saw some gnomes hitting balls that should have been routine outs. It was incredible. Okay! I'm sold. Enlighten me, the other half of the booze brothers |
