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Real name:
Tom Townsen
Location:
Prescott AZ
Division:
Men's 75

Messages posted by Olden Slow

May 17, 2025
Olden Slow
Topic: Associations
Discussion: AWS Senior Slow Pitch

papa t: Yep, I had some friends go there today and watch, I think the confusion form us here in Prescott Senior Softball was " Why did they have the fields closed from Thurs-Sun with nobody there on Thurs or Friday "
They're playing a lot of Tournaments in Prescott, Prescott Valley and Flagstaff but we're still not clear about the age groups.
Thanks for your information.


May 15, 2025
Olden Slow
Topic: Associations
Discussion: AWS Senior Slow Pitch

papa t:
It must not be a big deal because I went down to watch per their schedule and not 1 person was there.
They've locked down every Ball Park in Prescott for 4 days but no action.
Schedule shows 5/15-5/18.
Pioneer Park was not even open so they cancelled our games for no apparent reason.
May 14, 2025
Olden Slow
Topic: Associations
Discussion: AWS Senior Slow Pitch

Has anyone heard of AWS Senior Softball Association? They have a 4 day Tournament here in Prescott Az starting tomorrow.
Nobody here has ever heard of them but the rumor is that they are trying to compete with SSUSA.
I'm going to go and watch with some of my SSUSA member buddies and see what it's all about but curious if anyone has heard of them.
Thanks
Tom
Dec. 13, 2024
Olden Slow
Topic: Website comments
Discussion: Definition Please

Dbax and John, I stand corrected. I guess I'm used to playing in colder temps (I live in Prescott @ 5300' elevation) and I've never seen Propane Heaters in the dugout but then most of us have old type winter bats that have seen better days. We do have practice games in 40+ weather but that's for the hardcore knuckleheads (like me).
But at the cost of these bats, this rule may need to be reevaluated.
Y'all have a Merry Christmas.
See you on the field in 2025.
Tom
Dec. 12, 2024
Olden Slow
Topic: Website comments
Discussion: Definition Please

Dbax
Youre correct, your post is ridiculous.
Keep in mind that us old guys need it warm because we have stiff and brittle bones.I just stated that it was not needed when I was playing and quite frankly, a heater wouldn't help many of us the Geezer Division.
But I was there a few days at 8:00am to watch my only friend play and it wasn't that cold but that's just me.
BTW: We've met and spoken a few times :-)
Have a great evening
Dec. 12, 2024
Olden Slow
Topic: Website comments
Discussion: Definition Please

John;
I was in Phoenix playing and the temps were in the 70'sPropand heaters in the dugout were NOT necessary
Dec. 12, 2024
Olden Slow
Topic: Website comments
Discussion: Definition Please

Her Dave:
I played in Phoenix and it was in the 70's, I just find it humorous that teams were using Propane Heaters. I would have roasted in the Dugout, this just gave me my laugh for the day.
THanks
Tom
Oct. 21, 2024
Olden Slow
Topic: Tournaments
Discussion: Winter "Worlds"

softball4b,
Mike, Even those of us that live in Az still spend $300.00 plus food. Wear and tear on the body just gets more expensive every year.
I live in Prescott and play PSS as do you (not the same level)
its the price we pay for being Elite Athletes :0). I'm playing in Phoenix but probably won't travel to more than 3-4 Tourneys in 2025 due to cost and travel time.

Tom Townsen
Top Gun 75 Olde Dawgs
Sept. 17, 2024
Olden Slow
Topic: General and miscellaneous
Discussion: Cold Softballs from coolers

Have a designated SSUSA Microwave and put them in for 2 minutes would be my suggestion (tongue in cheek)
June 11, 2024
Olden Slow
Topic: Tournaments
Discussion: SO CAL Championships

Thanks Dave:
That was the info I NEEDED.
It's appreciated
June 11, 2024
Olden Slow
Topic: Tournaments
Discussion: SO CAL Championships

Some of us have to travel, it would be nice to be able to complete our plans.
May 10, 2024
Olden Slow
Topic: Players looking to join a team
Discussion: FINDING A 75 TEAM SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Almost forgot. What infield Position do you normally play? I know they have a Tourney next Wed & Thurs in Perris that I cannot make, so that might be a chance to play.
May 10, 2024
Olden Slow
Topic: Players looking to join a team
Discussion: FINDING A 75 TEAM SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Larry,
I currently play for Rick and the 75 Olde Dawgs.
Good group of guys and Rick is a good Manager as well.
By all means, call him.
Tom
April 1, 2024
Olden Slow
Topic: General and miscellaneous
Discussion: The New Artificial Intelligence Cap

Webbie25 You forgot to mention that it only works with the HSFG (High Speed Frequency Grease). Thats where the big expense is.
March 30, 2024
Olden Slow
Topic: Tournaments
Discussion: Southwest Championsips

DD: Great answer, it's always fluid and we adjust accordingly.
Thanks
March 19, 2024
Olden Slow
Topic: Rules of the game
Discussion: Player can play defense but cannot bat.

Dbax: It is actually, it's Steven Einstein and he's from Arizona .
I'll pass on your theory :-)
March 19, 2024
Olden Slow
Topic: Rules of the game
Discussion: Player can play defense but cannot bat.

Dave: Thanks for the clarification, the player in question has a bad shoulder but can play 1B only and cannot swing a bat.
Thanks
Feb. 12, 2024
Olden Slow
Topic: Rules of the game
Discussion: Player can play defense but cannot bat.

This question may have been asked before, but during a discussion with some managers it came up.
12 man roster, 11 on the field but 1 player can play defense but cannot swing the bat. Is this legal and this player can only play defense ?
Thanks
Jan. 25, 2024
Olden Slow
Topic: General and miscellaneous
Discussion: Knee replacement

Thanks for all the info, it's appreciated
Jan. 22, 2024
Olden Slow
Topic: General and miscellaneous
Discussion: Knee replacement

It seems I need a partial knee replacement, my question is: How many of you have had partial and do you recommend a full knee replacement instead ?
I have one Dr that would prefer full over partial.
I'm 75 and they say a partial will only last 15-20 years, I told him; I doubt that I'll last 15-20 years.
Opinions please.
Thanks
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