Ghost Man on Third: Week Three

Ghost Man on Third

THE OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER OF THE COMMONWEALTH DIVISION

"Money doesn't grow on trees. Neither do kickballs"

Week Three: "How does lemur skin reflect the sea?"

Table of Contents:

I: Stix with Me Baby, Things Are Gonna Get Interesting Right About Now

II: Two Famous Rivers of the Ancient World, I Mean Two Important Things

III: 6:30 Game Recaps

IV: 7:15 Game Recaps

V: Standings and Schedule

VI: Announcements

VII: Subterranean Fireplace Blues

PART I: With your feet in the air and your head on the ground/Try this trick and spin it, yeah/

Your head will collapse/If there's nothing in it And you'll ask yourself/ Where is my mind?

Life, whether in the grand context of humanity, or in its absurdly fun microcosm of our kickball world, is defined by change. Stasis is temporary, as we move from birth to maturation to our eventual demises, or week 1, midseason, and finally our championship extravaganza. In the blink of a lemur's eye, our little league has moved from the "getting to know you" stage into the heart of the regular season.

With this idea of change rattling around the smoking crater that is my mind, I keep coming back to this week's band of the week. As I'm sure we've all experienced, the teenaged years were ones of great tumult and contradictions. Awkwardness, acne, apathy, acceptence, acclimation, adulthood, apprehension, and awful apparel choices swirled around us as our hormones, bodies, and lives began a period of tremendous change and upheaval. My own period of pubescence generally coincided with the explosion of grunge upon the music scene with Nirvana's "Smells Like Teen Spirit" at the anthemic vanguard. I remember the first time I heard that song as a teenager, and feeling some deep spiritual resonance lost in the maelstrom of my red-blooded American teenaged-male rage. While my life did not necessarily change hearing that song. Yes, I was still awkward, acned, apatheic, apprehensive, acclimatizing, accepting, adolescent and making truly awful apparel choices (Skidz, WTF were we thinking?) but now I had a soundtrack that made sense and well rocked.

To thank for this gift of music, I look towards our band of the week; The Pixies. Wait, you are thinking "but Smells like Teen Spirit was written by Nirvana", and yes that is correct. However, to quote Cobain from a Rolling Stone interview, "I was trying to rip off the Pixies." In fact, one of the riffs of "Smells Like Teen Spirit" is eerily similar to the riff of the Pixies song "UMass."

The Pixies are my favorite Boston band (sorry Aerosmith and the Murphys). Absurdist and esoteric lyrics, sounds that range from soft whispers to raging snarls, whose dualing contrast epitomize the idea of change to me. So there you have it, the Pixies, Change We Deserve! (My apologies, Mr. President)

PART II: Hey Paul, Paul, Paul, Let's have a Ball. Gigantic, Gigantic, Gigantic, A Big Big Love!

Now normally I would introduce the band of the week in this section. However, I've changed things up a bit, since I've already introduced the band of the week in Part I. Tricky, I know.

This week's Part II is to highlight two important League Things:

WAKA is not just fun and games. There is also a strong commitment to the greater community, and it offers a chance to payback the society we live in that allows us to enjoy the weekly frivolity of kicking a large red ball, drinking copious amounts of potent potables, and eating the delicious fare at the Boca Bar. Every year the league picks out one charity to assist for the season. This year our league Charity Chairman, Richard Wheeler of That's What She Said, has chosen Saturday's Bread/Sunday's Bread.

This organization has been provided hot, nutritous meals to less fortunate men, women and children of Boston for over twenty five years. In these difficult economic times, the hardship for the least fortunate is even greater, and the men and women dedicated to service need all the assistance they can get.

As the season progresses, Richard will be guiding our league's outreach to this worthwhile charity. Stay tuned, and please visit their website to see how you can help now.

Which brings me to the second important notice: The MIDSEASON PARTY!

WAKA is not all charity and kickball either. It's another reason to put on your party clothes (hopefully ones not awkwardly chosen during one's teenaged years...Z Cavaricci's, c'mon what were we thinking??) and let loose. My sources tell me that the party is in the works, with location, time and date close to be determined. However, I can say that based on last year's MIDSEASON PARTY, this year's will be one of the greatest times you've ever experienced. Actually, you should probably just go ahead and clear your social calender for the entire month of June. You do not want to miss this event.

PART III: she's like jellyroll like sculpture i was wearing eyeliner she was wearing eyeliner it was so good down here saving for my scrapbook here way down down down in this subbacultcha

Diamond:

East Coast Animals - 8 v. Alcoballics 3

In our first matchup of the week, an undefeated team the East Coast Animals faced off against the winless yet no longer anonymous Alcoballics, in what turned out to be a hard fought game.

ECA got on the board first with a RBI munt by team captain Ryan. Yet the Alcoballics, having acquired names, used the smart basing running and timely hitting of Erin, Caitlin and Twombly to stake the Ballics to a 3-1 lead. However ECA climbed back on top using what has become their trademark, staunch defense, exemplified by a stupendous catch by Sarah Jones, and steller offense, lead by Trish and Carm. (Despite "desperately missing Kevin" and an unfortunate four-foul whiff by Peter.) All in all it was a well-rounded effort with contributions by Lauren, Britten, Maria, Dre and Pisani that accounted for 7 runs over the final three innings, whilst stiflying the Alcoballics offense to account for the final 8-3 victory. This allowed ECA to remain undefeated and kept the Alcoballics searching for their first win.

"We wanted names first. Next comes the win." said formerly unknown Alcoballic captian Brian S. "[After we went ahead] their pitching and defense went up a couple of notches. I'm thinking another heartbreaking loss is going to end up changing our team name to something of a bit more serious problem, but we're all having fun!"

ECA Captain Ryan C, could not be reached for comment, as apparently despite the undefeated start, something is fishy in the state of ECA-land. It seems a rival by the nom de guerre of "Mr. Awesome" aka Thomann, attempted a bloodless coup. Upset over either lack of bread or playing time, revolutionaries shouting the slogan of Mr. Awesome, "I am awesome to the infinity power" pushed for the resignation of ECA captain Ryan C. The beleagured captain (for now) retired to the Boca Bar to contemplate "the exponential power of infinity".

In an effort to regain popular support, captain Ryan lead his loyalists to the Boca Bar, where they again pitted their alcohol consuming acumen against the Green Team. Here the beleagured Ryan, not only lacked a cool nom de guerre like "Mr. Awesome", but suffered another defeat as the "Green Team" outlasted them. If still in power this week, ECA promises they will defeat the Green Team "by the start of the rainy season, or at least Week 4."

Stay tuned.

Ryan C. and Brian S contributed to this report.

Grass:

Allen Club - 2 v. Eat Drums!!! 0

In what is can only be described by someone in the pizza business as a "hot oven" game, Eat Drums squared off against undefeated Allen Club. Looking to bring their record over .500, Eat Drums!!! found themselves locked in yet another pitcher's duel.

The game started promising for Eat Drums, as Paige L. started the game off with a single and moved to second 2 outs later on a bunt single by Jen E. Jen K placed a solid bunt down the third base line but the throw beat Paige to the bag by inches.

Allen Club scored a run in the bottom half of the first, as Andrea scored on a sacrifce fly by

Timmy S. Solid pitching by Paul, Josh, and Jen K, and good defensive play from Isaac, Jeff, and Mike kept the game close for Eat Drums, yet they were unable to dent the Allen Club defense.

Eat Drum did have their chances, as Paige, Jen E, Andrew M, April, and Rob were all able to get singles, but solid defensive play lead by Joshua A, kept the Drums off the board.

In the bottom of the 4th, Hannah reached base on a single, and after getting moved to third, Timmy S hit another sacrifice fly for the all important insurance run. The Allen Club retired Eat Drums 1-2-3 in the top of the 5th for the victory.

Tim S and Hannah were Allen Club's "Papa Gino's Players of the Game." According to Team Captain Joshua A, "Why be good, when you can be great, kinda like a Papa Gino's PapaRoni, now with 50% more cheese and pepperoni."

Yes, why not indeed.

Josh B. Isaac G. and Joshua A contributed to this report.

PART IV: as loud as hell /a ringing bell /behind my smile/ it shakes my teeth /and all the while /as vampires feed/ i bleed

Diamond:

Waltham United - 9 v. Ball Busters -1

In a matchup that would be the pride of Nobel Prize winner Al Gore, the lime green clad warriors of Waltham United defeated the kelly green clad Ball Busters 9-1. Lead by the solid pitching of Jason D, Jon and Andy, the WU defense overpowered the Ball Busters offense, who seemingly bought into this green movement a bit too much and decided to conserve runs for future games.

Waltham United on the other hand treated run scoring like China

treats carbon emissions, and went to town. A base clearing 3 run triple by Brandon "Brando" B lead the attack, supported by 2 RBIs by Andy J, and an RBI single by Kate W among others. "Brando" also made a rainforest raping grab along the left field foul line that put any hopes of a Ball Busters comeback into the recycling bin.

"It wasn't our best showing." said a terse Ball Buster captain, "Shoeless" Tom C. "We will bring it on Thursday." One can only hope he means run scoring, and not a solar-powered radio to play the Ball Buster's walk up music on.

Tom C and Jason D contributed to this report.

Grass:

Last Team Standing - 10 v. That's What She Said - 0

Despite the fact this turned out to be the second laugher in the 7:15 time slot, this game started strongly for TWSS. Nicole lead off with a triple only to be stranded on third.

Then the onslaught began. LTS jumped out in front thanks to Ben K delivering a 2 run double that scored Jay P and Mike M. Ben D followed Ben K with a run scoring hit and came around to score on a Nick P hit that put LTS ahead 4-0 after the 1st. In the bottom of the second Jay K came around to score on what was initially ruled an error,

however Casey H was pleasantly persistent and convinced the scorer to change his mind and award her with her first RBI of the season. Leading 5-0, the top of the order quartet struck again in the 3rd with Jay P coming around to score on a Mike M hit, which was followed by The Bens each knocking a run in to expand the lead to 8-0. Mike F drove in Jay K and came around to score to finish the scoring for the evening.

A spectacular catch by TWSS' Anthony was the only other bright spot of what was otherwise a dreary game from That's What She Said.

"We just got beat, cause That's What She Said." quipped TWSS captain Joceyln as she exchanged handshakes with the gracious LTS.

PART V: if man is five, and the devil is six, then god is seven, this monkey's gone to heaven.

Standings

East Coast Animals 3-0-0, +10, 6 points

Allen Club 3-0-0 +7, 6 points

Last Team Standing 2-1-0, +12, 4 points

Waltham United 2-1-0, +8, 4 points

Eat Drums!!! 1-2-0, -2, 2 points

Ball Busters 1-2-0, -11, 2 points

Alcoballics 0-3-0, - 10, 0 points

That's What She said 0-3-0, -13, 0 points

Schedule

Diamond:

6:30pm - Ball Busters v. East Coast Animals

ref: Alcoballics

7:15pm - Last Team Standing v. Allen Club

ref: East Coast Animals

Grass:

6:30pm - Eat Drums!!! v. Waltham United

ref: Last Team Standing

7:15 - That's What She Said v. Alcoballics

ref: Waltham United

PART VI:Our love is rice and beans and horse's lard/Your bones got a little machine/You're the bone machine

Announcements:

RAIN: Intermittent rain is scheduled for today. Please keep an eye on your email for any announcement regarding play. Though, every cloud has a silver living. If our games do get postponed due to inclement weather, that just leaves more time at....

BAR: THE BOCA BAR. Our league partner for another season,

please visit them after each and every game, or during any postponed games, for some of the best Costa Rican food this side of Giselle's compound. Great food, fantastic drinks and tropical atmosphere make this one of Waltham's premiere drinking establishments.

PHOTOS: As always, photos of league and bar action and welcome and encouraged. I was remiss in previous weeks for not thanking Jocelyn C, Tom C, and Ryan C (Three Cs. Nice) for their bar photos. Thank you! If you have any photos, you can email them to me here.

TWO FROM LEAGUE REP BRIAN: Kickballers please be aware of two events that may be of interest. Next Tuesday and Thursday, Molson Canadian is hosting NESN pre-game viewing parties, with your chance to be on a Molson Canadian commercial to be broadcast during NESN's Red Sox telecast that night!

Tuesday, June 9th, Lir on Boylston St., 6pm-8pm
Thursday, June 11th , Joshua Tree in Allston, 6pm-8pm

Also, check out the Mud Hog Trail Race to benefit Breathe NH. Visit their website for details: http://www.MudHogRace.com

PART VI: "are you looking for the mother lode?"/ huh?/ no. no my child, this is not my desire/ and then she said / i'm digging for fire

For any of you that remember your basic algebra, (or pretend to remember it to win friends

and influence others) there is the equation of distance equals rate times time. Well for our season, time is running out, and the distance to our finish line is nearing. Two teams are undefeated, displaying a highly rated display of kickball skill. Two teams are winless, displaying a high rate of sportsmanship, spirit, but a low rate of run scoring. Yet for all teams involved there is still time to make a righteous stand to go the distance for kickballian glory. This week's slate of games should be a helluva time.

Good luck this week to everyone, and as Bono said to Frank Black, "keep digging for fire."

- David, Team That's What She Said

Ghost Man on Third: Week Two

GHOST MAN ON THIRD

THE OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER OF THE COMMONWEALTH DIVISION

"Kickball is the first of all pleasures" - Oscar Wilde

Week 2: "Shame is soft they say. Lose when I play your game. All fortune on the floor"

Table of Contents
I - Belly Up to the Bar Boys (And Girls)

II - O, Say Yeah, Yeah Yeah

III - 6:30 Game Recaps

IV - 7:15 Game Recaps

V - Standings and Schedule

VI - Announcements

VII - You Don't Have to Go Home (But You Can't Stay Here)

Part I: "Shake it like a ladder to the sun. Makes me feel like a madman on the run. Find me, never, never far gone. So get your leather, leather, leather on."

Since this newsletter last graced your inboxes, I've been on the road, visiting friends, eating the best BBQ in the world, and indulging in my two greatest pleasures (besides kickball); rock n roll and baseball. So I don't really have much to say as my mind is still scattered and atrophied from vacation.

However, I guess in my absence there were some shenanigans with alcohol, and drinking will not longer be tolerated on the field of our little division. A shame, but as responsible adults we must adhere to the laws of the land. So please, pay heed to the email we received from our hard-working (when not in Europe) league rep Brian Sweetser. Our little league is a good time, and we certainly don't want our permits revoked, or worse anyone having to spend not-so-quality time with the Waltham Police.

Besides, with such a fantastic league partner in the Boca Bar, why would you really want imbibe responsibly elsewhere?

Part II: Tell me we're rockers to swallow. Tell me we're knockers to bite. And out of the beats of tomorrow. Tell me what beat fills the night

Popular music today is almost as scattered as my brain on vacation. While the digital revolution in music has democratized the consumer, liberating our choices from the suits in corporate radio and record labels, (a good thing) an unintended consequence is that it is harder for bands to capture the same mass attention as previous generations. With fewer outlets from which consumers could choose, it was easier for bands like the Beatles to become almost ubiquitious in pop culture. Yes, the Beatles were ground-breaking and talented, but they were also helped because they were all the radio stations would play.

This is why I bristle whenever people lament the state of modern music.

There are still great bands out there. The problem is they are no longer given to you on a silver platter by the mass media. To find the great bands, you have to get off your duffs and look for them. People have the power, if they aren't afraid to use it.

So for this week's band, I'm picking the Yeah Yeah Yeahs. They are one of the really great modern bands out there, and one I seriously hope breaks into the mass consciousness of popular culture. One, because they are really good, and two because I just got back from seeing them, and in thirty years when I'm wearing black socks with white shorts and a guayaberra somewhere in Florida I can say I saw them when they played a small bar and blew my mind.

PART III "Made off. Don't stray. My kind's your kind. I'll stay the same."

Diamond:
Last Team Standing 2 v. East Coast Animals 5

This was a win that almost wasn't for East Coast Animals. After almost having to nearly forfeit due to lack of female players, Katie "came from the heavens" for the save, and energized by

avoided the first forfeit of the year, the ECA jumped to a quick lead (despite some rough fielding by members of ECA who shall remain unnamed, like Captain Ryan C). Lead by Captain Thomann, the aforementioned Katie, and Big Baby Barry, the ECA established an early 3-0 lead. LTS appeared like they would make it a game when they pushed two runs across in the second inning thanks to RBIs by Sarah S and Mike F. Solid defensive play by "The Little General" (Mike C) and "Suit Mike" (Mike F) - who inexplicably caught the entire game while wearing a backpack - kept LTS within striking distance during the middle innings.
However, LTS was thwarted by Kevin P and the beautiful Halie G, who established themselves as one of the league's premier pitcher-catcher combos. Defensively the intelligent and loud decision by Anna S to NOT catch a ball, somehow worked, as LTS was not able to push across the tying run. Two nicely manufactured runs by ECA put it out of reach.

"We leave Lowell Playground as a very humbled team tonight" said LTS Captain Jay K in a very brief postgame press conference.

While ECA was victorious on the field, they did not make it through the night undefeated. Despite a valiant effort that included tequilia and dear friend Jim Beam, the upstart animals were outlasted at the Boca Bar by the green team.

"We salute the green team for a good showing," stated a humbled ECA captain Ryan C, "But I promise we'll be back with a vengeance this week!!"

Ryan C. and Jay. K contributed to this report.

GRASS:
Ball Busters 4 v. Alcoballics 3

In a seesaw battle in the shadow of the Lowell Field playground, it took the Ball Busters until it's last at bat to put away the pesty, yet still anonymous Alcoballics.

The Alcoballics Anonymous pushed two runs across in the second, only to be tied in the bottom of the inning on a triple by Tara D, and two subsequent singles. The Alcoballics tightened their defense and kept the game tied, allowing them to push across another run (anonymously) in the top of the 3rd. Mike C of the Ball Busters scored in the third to tie this game up worse than Gordion.

The 4th was scoreless for both sides, yet witnessed the first truly memorable blooper of this season. The always dangerous Mike H of Ball Busters, dribbled a slow roller to third. Slipping on the treacherous (some say well lubricated) grass, the undeterred Mike, scratched and clawed his way to first...only to be struck by the ball a mere moment before reaching first safely. "That would have won 10,000 on America's Funniest Videos" remarked Ball Buster captain Tom C.

In the top of the 5th the Alcoballics got two runners on, only to be thwarted by the Ball Buster defense. In the bottom of the 5th, Adam S got it started for the Ball Busters, by bunting and then moving to third on a throwing error. The Alcoballics pulled their fielders in, in an attempt to cut down the winning run at home, but Jamie D, thrust the dagger into the Alcoballic heart, by nailing a shot to center, allowing Adam S to come home with the winning run.

"We celebrated, we danced, we hugged, we drank...all in all, a good time." said Captain Tom C, while the Alcoballics again remained eerily silent.

Tom C. contributed to this report.

Part IV: "Well, it's a sharp shock to your soft sideSummer moon, catch your shut eye"

DIAMOND:

That's What She Said 1 v. EAT DRUMS 3

After a frustrating and dissapointing loss in week 1, Eat Drums came out on a cold and miserable Thursday night looking to avoid an 0-2 start, while That's What She Said was looking for it's first win of the season after a razor thin 1-0 loss in week one. Solid TWSS defense by Dan, Will and Kate in the first allowed for a double by Nicole S, followed by singles by Katie and Jocelyn to push across TWSS's first run of the year and the 1-0 lead.

In the bottom of the second, Eat Drums did exactly what they did well in week one, which was squander some really good scoring opportunities. Rob M led off the inning with a triple, but was stranded at third. Kyla A placed a perfect bunt down the first base line that was fielded well by TWSS, keeping the runner at third. Scott B lined out for the second out of the inning. The final out was recorded at home as Rob M was cut down trying to score on a bunt by Jen K.

In the bottom of the third, Eat Drums continued their theme of leaving runners on base. Josh B led off with a double and advanced to third two kickers later on a fly out to right by Ben C. Unfortunately, Josh would be stranded at third, and the score remained 1-0.

After TWSS did not score in the top of the 4th, things turned around in a big way in the bottom half for Eat Drums. Paul L led off with a single and advanced to second on a single by Dave M. Jeff F reached on a fielder's choice, which put runners on second and third. After a pop out for the second out of the inning, Eat Drums was in danger of squandering yet another golden scoring opportunity. However, things finally turned around as Mike G booted a 3-run homerun to right center, giving Eat Drums a 3-1 lead.

Josh B pitched the 5th for the save, his second scoreless inning of the game. Bob, Paul L, and Jen K combined to give up only 1 run, as it was the pitching and defense that kept them in this one.

TWSS was frustrated with their lack of offense, but according to captain Jocelyn C. "Our goal is two this week, or more, cause THAT'S WHAT SHE SAID.

Isaac G, Jocelyn C and Holly M contributed to this report.

GRASS:

Allen Club 5 vs. Waltham United 1

Karma can be a bitch, as Waltham United found out. It also doesn't help to be facing the quietly impressive and Papa Ginos fueled Allen Club. After losing the opening toss, WU did start the game with a quick run in the top of the first. However rather than build on our first inning success, we instead switched to kicking pop-ups, watching Allen Club us with hits, and shivering in the cold for the remainder of the game. The Cluber’s D

capitalized on WU’s rain of sky-high kickballs and their offense delivered a stream of steady hits to rack up two more runs in both the second and third inning. The highlights of WU’s game were Lauren’s awesome catch on what would otherwise have been homerun deep in center field and not urinating on the field (apparently this is a problem?).

For Allen Club, lead-offer kick Andrea was back-in-action for her first game of the season with two hits and one run scored. Pitcher Timmy S also spent some time on base with two hits, one being an accidental bunt. Papa Gino’s Player of the Game Jill H added another two hits, brining her season total to 3 hits, already surpassing her last season total. Michelle C and Big Bad Barry each added a hit. Michelle M provide her first Gold Glove play of the season. Star Minnesotan Right Fielder Kyle O knocked in the first run Tim Sarro. Andrea, Jill, Flava Flav and Isaac scored the remaining runs for AC while Courtney, Christmas, Dennis and Hannah all added to the Allen Club success package.
In a shameless corporation promotion, Allen Club recognized three Papa Gino’s Players of the Game with a free pizza each. In addition, to recognize Papa Gino’s current promotion, the DOUBLE PLAY – two large cheese pizza for $16.99, Josh turned a “catch and chest pass to first” DOUBLE PLAY from the shortstop position. "Now that's a Great Deal!" said Allen Club captain Joshua A, only this reporter is not sure whether he meant the double play or the pizza.

Joshua A and Nick F contributed to this report.

PART V: Y-control, Y-control you walk, walk, walk, walk, walk my winners. out of control, out of control you walk, walk, walk, walk, walk my winners

Standings (W/L/T/Run Diff/Total Points)

East Coast Animals 2-0-0, +5 =4pts

Allen Club 2-0-0, +5 =4pts

Waltham United 1-1-0, even =2pts

Last Team Standing 1-1-0, +2 =2pts

Eat Drums!!! 1-1-0 even =2pts

Ball Busters 1-1-0 -3 =2pts

That's What She Said 0-2-0 -3 =0pts

Alcoballics 0-2-0 -5 =0pts

Schedule

Week 3 - June 4, 2009

Diamond:

6:30pm - Alcoballics v. East Coast Animals

ref: Ball Busters

7:15pm - Ball Busters v. Waltham United

ref: East Coast Animals

Grass:

6:30pm - Eat Drums!!! v. Allen Club

ref: That's What She Said

7:15 - That's What She Said v. Last Team Standing

ref: Allen Club

PART VI: Off with your head Dance 'til you're dead Heads will roll Heads will roll Heads will roll On the floor

RULES: Recently league Rep Brian Sweetser went over some rules for our conduct on Lowell Field. The official league rules can be visited here. Please adhere to these rules. Any violation will be dealt with by the League.

LEAGUE POSITIONS: Speaking of which, positions are still open on the League Board. Please contact Brian for more information. This league cannot run successful without the effort of it's members. Thank you in advance for your interest.

ALCOHOL: Just to reitierate Brian's email, alcohol is not permitted at Lowell Field. Any team caught in the possession and consumption of prohibited beverages will forfeit their game. If the alcohol is removed, they game will be allowed to be completed, but will remain a forfeit in the loss column. If the alcohol is not removed, then the game will automatically be forfeited to the compliant team. A second violation of this policy will result in the offending team from being disqualified for the league tournament at the end of the season.
Please let's be safe and be smart. Confine your league consumption to...

BOCA: Our partners at the BOCA BAR. Great food. Great atmosphere. Great drinks. There are also league discounts. Inqurie with the BOCA staff as to what they are.

PHOTOS: If anyone has photos of league or BOCA action, please email them to me at this address. Thank you!

PART VI: "Try and hit the spot. Get to know it in the dark. Get to know it whether you're

Crying, crying, crying, oh, oh. Can you climb, climb, climb higher?

The lights are coming up, and what looked great in barlight, in daylight looks desperate. Who will be the teams that step into the light of immortal Kickballian victory? Who will receed into the darkness of "oblivia" to quote Roger Clemens? Only patience and time will reveal all that is to be seen.

Good Luck in moving towards the light.

- David, That's What She Said

Important News from League Representative Brian Sweetser

The season is underway and everyone seems to be having a blast, but there 
are a couple of things that need to be reiterated.

A few things to know about kickball at Lowell Field:

 1. For cleats - do not wear metal cleats as they ruin the fields. Plastic 
or rubber
cleats are fine.

 2. Drinking with open containers is against the law in MA and not
permitted on the fields. If you or your team is caught participating in
this behavior, you will receive a penalty (you will automatically forfeit). 
Please note that police do
patrol this area. All drinking should be taking place at Boca Bar. We got a 
lot of complaints about people drinking on the field last week and I was 
informed by the parks department that if this happens again, we lose our 
field permits and our season is over. Therefore, there should be no 
cans/bottles/cases of alcohol on the field at all. I hate to be the bearer 
of bad news but we don't want our season to end after 3 weeks.

3.No Public urination

4. Please respectful to all the residents and patrons that are in this area.

If any issues arise
please find myself or a division board player. In addition, please clean up 
all trash after your games.

5.All rules can be found on kickball.com and each team
received a scorebook on opening day with the rules inside. Please take a 
moment to read them!

All it takes is one kickballer to do any of the above things and we will
lose the kickball fields, so thank you in advance for your help!

 

Most of these are okay, my emphasis is on number 2. There is no more drinking on Lowell Field. If any teams are seen drinking they will forfeit the game, at which point you can finish out the game if your alcohol is removed from the field, but will still count as a forfeit. If there is a second offense, you will forfeit that game and will not be allowed to participate in the division tournament at the end of the season. Thank you for your immediate attention to this urgent matter.

 

Now that I've said that, I'll see you all on Thursday for another fun filled week of kickball!