First off, let me say that I have not seen official standings from the league office. When I asked the league guy about standings he said that the scorekeeper would have updated standings info "occasionally." So I don't really know anything except that the season is three weeks old and we haven't lost (of course, we had last week off).
I also know that after our second game some guy, that may or may not have been on a team in our league, said that the team playing after us (The Bulldogs) had won their Week #1 game by a score of 16-4. So if we believe him - and he looked like a pretty trustworthy guy - we can assume that the Bulldogs are pretty good.
Also, the Bulldogs haven't had their bye week yet, so there's a chance that they are 3-0. Of course, there's also a chance that that random guy was lying to me and the Bulldogs are no good and they are 0-3, but what are the chances of a random guy lying to me? Maybe 1 in 3 - I'll take those odds.
Here's my best guess as to what the standings might very well look like:
BULLDOGS - 3-0
SOLID GOLD HITS - 2-0
QUICK PITCH - 1- 2
MAJORITY RULES - 0-2
THE LUCK DRAGONS - 0-2
And if this is what the possible standings kinda look like then maybe there's a pretty good chance that tomorrow night's game may very well be a potential championship preview...possibly.
One thing's for sure though: it's time to start carbo-loading.
April 30, 2007
April 19, 2007
Game #2 Photos
The Solid Gold Hits showed up.
The fans showed up.
We all sat around waiting for the other team.
With nothing better to do, these guys did whatever it is they're doing here.
And Libby did this.
The ball field at game time. Note the lack of players.
No caption needed.
Finally, the game begins!
Sheri comes around to score one of our may runs as Julie hits her marathon pace while heading into second.
Z smells...a victory. Which is good since it was forfeited to us 45 minutes ago.
Try showin' up on time next time, a-hole.
Try showin' up on time next time, a-hole.April 18, 2007
Hot Streak Continues (More or Less)
The Solid Gold hits improved to 2-0 last night as they defeated Majority Rules... twice. First the Hits won by forfeit as Majority Rules just couldn't make it on time. About half an hour later when their whole team finally showed up, the Hits took it to them once again in a scrimmage game beating them by a score of like 12-2 or something.
So the competition was a bit of a disappointment, but the Hits still had a a great showing. The team batted around in the first inning and Leticia continued her own personal hot streak of making contact as she once again almost legged out a single.
Newcomers KC and Amanda M. performed excellently and will undoubtedly be Solid Gold Hits mainstays for some time to come. Another Hits rookie, Amber B., proved herself a worthy firstbasewoman and even managed to score a run as her pants were falling down. That's dedication.
Perhaps more impressive than anything on the field was the support of the Solid Gold Hits fanbase. Even though it was windy and miserable and the other team didn't show up, the Hits fans were out in force and even ready to take the field should we have needed them (Paul, I'm going to have you sign the waivers so you can be a legal player and we can get you in the game next time).
So the game ball, went to a fan representative, Libby, who also performed her Team Mom duties by bringing snacks. Of course, by "game ball" I mean "tiny bottle of (Solid) Goldschlager."
More photos to come!
So the competition was a bit of a disappointment, but the Hits still had a a great showing. The team batted around in the first inning and Leticia continued her own personal hot streak of making contact as she once again almost legged out a single.
Newcomers KC and Amanda M. performed excellently and will undoubtedly be Solid Gold Hits mainstays for some time to come. Another Hits rookie, Amber B., proved herself a worthy firstbasewoman and even managed to score a run as her pants were falling down. That's dedication.
Perhaps more impressive than anything on the field was the support of the Solid Gold Hits fanbase. Even though it was windy and miserable and the other team didn't show up, the Hits fans were out in force and even ready to take the field should we have needed them (Paul, I'm going to have you sign the waivers so you can be a legal player and we can get you in the game next time).
So the game ball, went to a fan representative, Libby, who also performed her Team Mom duties by bringing snacks. Of course, by "game ball" I mean "tiny bottle of (Solid) Goldschlager."
More photos to come!
April 13, 2007
New Schedule Released
Our team is so good that we scared one team right out of the league. The "Pitchers on Tap" waved the white flag before even stepping on to the field. Here is our new schedule. Feel free to swing by my desk and get a real and actual paper copy for yourself!
All games are still at Tahoe Park
4/17/07
6:30 v. Majority Rules
4/24/07
Bye
5/1/07
6:30 v. Bulldogs
5/8/07
7:30 v. The (BALCO) Luck Dragons
5/15/07
7:30 v. Quick Pitch
5/22/07
6:30 v. Majority Rules
5/29/07
Bye
6/5/07
6:30 v. Bulldogs
6/12/07
7:30 v. The (BALCO) Luck Dragons
All games are still at Tahoe Park
4/17/07
6:30 v. Majority Rules
4/24/07
Bye
5/1/07
6:30 v. Bulldogs
5/8/07
7:30 v. The (BALCO) Luck Dragons
5/15/07
7:30 v. Quick Pitch
5/22/07
6:30 v. Majority Rules
5/29/07
Bye
6/5/07
6:30 v. Bulldogs
6/12/07
7:30 v. The (BALCO) Luck Dragons
April 11, 2007
Solid Gold Hits Victorious in Debut!
As we all assumed, the Solid Gold Hits are pretty much the best softball team ever.
Last night the Hits stuck it to "Quick Pitch" and emerged with a 5-2 victory.
Sonya pitched a beautiful game, striking out at least two batters and getting out of some tough jams.
Last year's MVP, Leticia, made great contact at the plate and almost legged out an infield single. Her secret to improvement: Keeping her eye on the ball. She was also a vital part of the game's most spectacular play which involved a relay from the catcher to the third baseman to the first baseman for the out on a swinging bunt. For those of you keeping score at home that's the ol' 2-5-3 ground out.
As a result of that amazing play and others, third baseman Chris C. was awarded the Game Ball. he fielded pretty much every ball that the other team hit, including the relay, a laser-shot down the line and the game-ending double-play. He also got the Hits on the board in the 3rd inning with a 3-run homerun.
The Hits were down 1-0 early after a monster homerun by some huge guy on "Quick Pitch" (his first at bat was a screaming low liner that made Coach Nick scream like a small girl at SS as he ducked out of the way).
After Chris's homer and a couple insurance runs, the Hits found themselves up 5-1 going into the last inning. Then with two runners on (including the aforementioned "huge guy") Sonya got the batter to hit a grounder to Chris down the third baseline where he grabbed it, touched the bag and zinged it down to Mike at 1B to seal the victory.
So after Week 1 the Solid Gold Hits find themselves atop the leaderboard in Tuesday Night Co-Ed D League. I can almost feel the itch of the championship t-shirt on my back.
Last night the Hits stuck it to "Quick Pitch" and emerged with a 5-2 victory.
Sonya pitched a beautiful game, striking out at least two batters and getting out of some tough jams.
Last year's MVP, Leticia, made great contact at the plate and almost legged out an infield single. Her secret to improvement: Keeping her eye on the ball. She was also a vital part of the game's most spectacular play which involved a relay from the catcher to the third baseman to the first baseman for the out on a swinging bunt. For those of you keeping score at home that's the ol' 2-5-3 ground out.
As a result of that amazing play and others, third baseman Chris C. was awarded the Game Ball. he fielded pretty much every ball that the other team hit, including the relay, a laser-shot down the line and the game-ending double-play. He also got the Hits on the board in the 3rd inning with a 3-run homerun.
The Hits were down 1-0 early after a monster homerun by some huge guy on "Quick Pitch" (his first at bat was a screaming low liner that made Coach Nick scream like a small girl at SS as he ducked out of the way).
After Chris's homer and a couple insurance runs, the Hits found themselves up 5-1 going into the last inning. Then with two runners on (including the aforementioned "huge guy") Sonya got the batter to hit a grounder to Chris down the third baseline where he grabbed it, touched the bag and zinged it down to Mike at 1B to seal the victory.
So after Week 1 the Solid Gold Hits find themselves atop the leaderboard in Tuesday Night Co-Ed D League. I can almost feel the itch of the championship t-shirt on my back.
GAME 1 PHOTOS
The perfect lineup for the perfect artsy photographic touch.
Dustin, who wore metal spikes, gets in a few practice cuts.
Kristi displays that trademark Solid Gold Hits concentration.
Mike embarrasses himself.
Textbook defensive form.
Sonya: Solid Gold...
Whole team: Hits!
April 09, 2007
Softball Rules You Might Like To Know
The rules for Co-Ed D League Softball are slightly different from those of its parent game of baseball. Most rule changes are in there to keep us from wasting the time of others and/or hurting ourselves.
The baseball basics are still in place: 3 strikes, you're out, 3 outs per team per inning, unlimited spitting and crotch scratching, etc.
Here are some of the differences:
10 Defensive Players
We softballers don't quite cover the ground we used to. Therefore, we are given an extra fielder to help us out. This player can be put wherever the coach wants. Usually, this means a fourth outfielder, but if coach feels like it (i.e. is drunk) he could play two catchers or have someone sit in the car.
Foul Ball Strikeouts
In baseball you can foul off balls all day long if you like, but we don't get that luxury. Foul balls equal strikes in this league. If you've got two strikes and you foul off the next pitch: you're outta there buddy. But, hey, at least you made contact.
7 Innings or 1 Hour Limit
All games have a 1 hour time limit and no new innings may start after 55 minutes. If we played real fast and somehow managed to squeeze in 7 innings before an hour had passed then the game would also be over. This isn't going to happen. We'll be lucky to get in 4 innings. Don't get your hopes up.
Alternating Boy/Girl Lineup
We are not allowed to have two boys or two girls bat in a row. If we only have 9 players (the minimum we can play) then the vacant 10th spot in the lineup is counted as an out each time through. So, let's show up to the games, eh?
Two 1st Bases
To avoid collisions at first the league has decided that we need two bases there. There will be the normal white base and next to that will be an odd looking orange base. After you hit the ball run to the orange one. When you are fielding first base, use the white one.
Also this only applies when there is a play at first. If you hit a double, feel free to use the regular white bag.
NOTE: One rule that is the same in this league as it is in baseball is that you can run through first base. This means that when you hit a single you can run to first, touch the base and sprint on past it straight into the outfield (not too far) without breaking your stride. As long as you don't make a move like you're going to continue on to second base the defense cannot tag you out. Pretty great, eh? Keep in mind though, this only works at first base. Don't go runnin' through second or third.
Weird Two Base Walk Rule
In an attempt to weasel out victories, sometimes teams try to avoid pitching to the opposing team's best batter because he hits nothing but home runs. In the interest of sportsmanship the league has decided that if a team walks a male batter and there are 2 outs then the guy gets to "walk" all the way to second base. And then, get this, the girl batting after him can either decide to bat or she can simply take first base and let the next guy in the lineup bat. Somewhere Alexander Cartwright is spinning in his grave (he invented baseball...unless Abner Doubleday did...or someone else. Of course the rules were a lot different back then too. Forget I brought it up. Odd that I decided to type all this out instead of just deleting it.)
There are more weird rules that might pop up from time to time, but these are the basics.
Also, if you were wondering, you can't wear metal spikes, but you are allowed to slide. Luckily, plastic cleats can still do plenty of damage.
The baseball basics are still in place: 3 strikes, you're out, 3 outs per team per inning, unlimited spitting and crotch scratching, etc.
Here are some of the differences:
10 Defensive Players
We softballers don't quite cover the ground we used to. Therefore, we are given an extra fielder to help us out. This player can be put wherever the coach wants. Usually, this means a fourth outfielder, but if coach feels like it (i.e. is drunk) he could play two catchers or have someone sit in the car.
Foul Ball Strikeouts
In baseball you can foul off balls all day long if you like, but we don't get that luxury. Foul balls equal strikes in this league. If you've got two strikes and you foul off the next pitch: you're outta there buddy. But, hey, at least you made contact.
7 Innings or 1 Hour Limit
All games have a 1 hour time limit and no new innings may start after 55 minutes. If we played real fast and somehow managed to squeeze in 7 innings before an hour had passed then the game would also be over. This isn't going to happen. We'll be lucky to get in 4 innings. Don't get your hopes up.
Alternating Boy/Girl Lineup
We are not allowed to have two boys or two girls bat in a row. If we only have 9 players (the minimum we can play) then the vacant 10th spot in the lineup is counted as an out each time through. So, let's show up to the games, eh?
Two 1st Bases
To avoid collisions at first the league has decided that we need two bases there. There will be the normal white base and next to that will be an odd looking orange base. After you hit the ball run to the orange one. When you are fielding first base, use the white one.
Also this only applies when there is a play at first. If you hit a double, feel free to use the regular white bag.
NOTE: One rule that is the same in this league as it is in baseball is that you can run through first base. This means that when you hit a single you can run to first, touch the base and sprint on past it straight into the outfield (not too far) without breaking your stride. As long as you don't make a move like you're going to continue on to second base the defense cannot tag you out. Pretty great, eh? Keep in mind though, this only works at first base. Don't go runnin' through second or third.
Weird Two Base Walk Rule
In an attempt to weasel out victories, sometimes teams try to avoid pitching to the opposing team's best batter because he hits nothing but home runs. In the interest of sportsmanship the league has decided that if a team walks a male batter and there are 2 outs then the guy gets to "walk" all the way to second base. And then, get this, the girl batting after him can either decide to bat or she can simply take first base and let the next guy in the lineup bat. Somewhere Alexander Cartwright is spinning in his grave (he invented baseball...unless Abner Doubleday did...or someone else. Of course the rules were a lot different back then too. Forget I brought it up. Odd that I decided to type all this out instead of just deleting it.)
There are more weird rules that might pop up from time to time, but these are the basics.
Also, if you were wondering, you can't wear metal spikes, but you are allowed to slide. Luckily, plastic cleats can still do plenty of damage.
April 06, 2007
Team Unity
Ok team, here's the deal: apparently some of you have "lives outside of softball." This is unacceptable and does not promote team unity.
Some of you wrong-thinkers have decided to tend to the needs of your "families" instead of attending Tuesdays opening night game.
Here is a list of things which will be considered "rotten excuses" for missing a game:
*T-ball games
* School plays
* Family vacations
* Graduation ceremonies
* Work
* Grandma's birthday
* Grandma's surgery
* Anything grandma related
* Sickness
* Severe injuries
* Helping the less fortunate
* Nobel Prize acceptance ceremonies
* Hot air balloon rides
* Weddings (yours or others)
* Morbid obesity
* Pretty much anything else
Upon missing their first game with one of the above rotten excuses, offenders will be subject to a disappointed head shake and "the ol' stink eye" from the coach. If a second offense arises, the disappointed shake will be slightly more disappointed and the ol' stinkeye will be just a tad stinkier. The intensity of these punishments will become more severe with each offense culminating in a fist shaken above the head in frustration. You don't want that, do you?
That said, let me know if you'll be available for the game.
Thanks.
Some of you wrong-thinkers have decided to tend to the needs of your "families" instead of attending Tuesdays opening night game.
Here is a list of things which will be considered "rotten excuses" for missing a game:
*T-ball games
* School plays
* Family vacations
* Graduation ceremonies
* Work
* Grandma's birthday
* Grandma's surgery
* Anything grandma related
* Sickness
* Severe injuries
* Helping the less fortunate
* Nobel Prize acceptance ceremonies
* Hot air balloon rides
* Weddings (yours or others)
* Morbid obesity
* Pretty much anything else
Upon missing their first game with one of the above rotten excuses, offenders will be subject to a disappointed head shake and "the ol' stink eye" from the coach. If a second offense arises, the disappointed shake will be slightly more disappointed and the ol' stinkeye will be just a tad stinkier. The intensity of these punishments will become more severe with each offense culminating in a fist shaken above the head in frustration. You don't want that, do you?
That said, let me know if you'll be available for the game.
Thanks.
First Game Announced!
The Solid Gold Hits will kick-off their historic 3rd season on Tuesday April 10th at 6:30pm at Tahoe Park.
We will be playing a team called "Quick Pitch" which, if accurate, is not in the spirit of slow-pitch softball. I'm preparing the protest forms already.
We will be playing a team called "Quick Pitch" which, if accurate, is not in the spirit of slow-pitch softball. I'm preparing the protest forms already.
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