The Hits can hold their heads up high despite last night's 6-1 defeat at the hands of The Luck Dragons. Everyone played well, we hit the ball great (even though it was right at the defense) and we drank a lot afterwards.
Perhaps our downfall was being too sporting as we probably could have walked every at bat, but we swung at everything anyhow. After all, we are The Solid Gold Hits not The Solid Gold Walks*. I mean, it's rec league softball and walking is boring, so I say we stick with what we're doing.
Sure, we didn't win the championship, but at the end of the season last spring we were 1-7 with our average deficit somewhere around 50 runs per game. So we've come a long way and we can still out drink any team out there.
During our end of season party numerous accolades were handed out. Our "army of fans" were recognized with "trophies" made of peanuts and plastic army men, while Leticia took home a cocktail glass trophy adorned with a tiara and sunflower seeds to recognize her for being the "Perfect Attendance Princess" as she was the only member of the squad to make each game.
This year's MVP went to Sonya for her continued excellence and professionalism on the mound. Outside of Chris N., who is only able to be with us half the time, no one likes to pitch and Sonya has come through for us on many occasions.
After a team shot of Goldschlager, the official cinnamon schnapps of The Solid Gold Hits, we demolished 6 pizzas from Luigi's, the official sketchy pizza joint of The Solid Gold Hits and called it a night, the official time of day of The Solid Gold Hits. And so ended our season.
Thanks to everyone for coming out this year. Perhaps we'll do it again soon.
*This line was stolen by me from some older guy with a mustache.
June 13, 2007
June 06, 2007
Solid Gold Hits Take Over First Place!
The Solid Gold Hits needed a dramatic last inning rally to down the mighty Bulldogs 9-4 Tuesday night.
Down for most of the game, the Hits entered the final inning down 4-2 when Lisa legged out an infield single and Game Ball winner, Brett, brought her home with a 2-run home run to tie.
The Bulldogs left the door open for the Hits' last inning heroics by playing like big sissies. In the second to last inning, they attempted to "run out the clock" by walking slowly up to the plate and taking a bunch of pitches, but this plan backfired as they just ended up striking out and making fools of themselves. Then, after Brett's game-tying homer, with two outs and a runner on first, the sissy Bulldogs got the bright idea to intentionally walk Dustin so that they could pitch to a girl (Jessica) instead. This was one of your all-time backfires since they didn't know the rule that states if you walk a guy with 2 outs then the girl who is up next can decide if she wants to bat or simply take first base. Jessica simply took first base, Chris N. came up with the bases loaded and the rout was on. Way to know your rules, Bulldogs.
Down for most of the game, the Hits entered the final inning down 4-2 when Lisa legged out an infield single and Game Ball winner, Brett, brought her home with a 2-run home run to tie.
The Bulldogs left the door open for the Hits' last inning heroics by playing like big sissies. In the second to last inning, they attempted to "run out the clock" by walking slowly up to the plate and taking a bunch of pitches, but this plan backfired as they just ended up striking out and making fools of themselves. Then, after Brett's game-tying homer, with two outs and a runner on first, the sissy Bulldogs got the bright idea to intentionally walk Dustin so that they could pitch to a girl (Jessica) instead. This was one of your all-time backfires since they didn't know the rule that states if you walk a guy with 2 outs then the girl who is up next can decide if she wants to bat or simply take first base. Jessica simply took first base, Chris N. came up with the bases loaded and the rout was on. Way to know your rules, Bulldogs.
The Hits had spectacular performances right on down the line. Chris N. pitched another masterful game, Amber caught everything that was thrown her way at first base, all the outfielders made great plays, everybody made contact at the plate and many people were unselfish enough (with our surplus of players last night) to volunteer to sit out a few innings.
It was beautiful and it put the Hits into first place with one game remaining. We'll need to defeat the Luck Dragons next week to secure the league championship, but for now let's enjoy celebratory breakfast pizza.
Hooray!
Rally hair
The runs pour in.
The bench goes crazy! 
Victory is secured!
The fans and their huge megaphone
Brett dispalys his Game Ball
Post-game weenies (the ones on the grill).
May 30, 2007
Bulldogs Lose!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!...
...!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!.
In what can only be described as the greatest miracle in sports history, the first place Bulldogs lost to lowly Quick Pitch. There's even a chance that they've lost twice, but I don't know for sure.
Either way, this means that next Tuesday's game (6:30pm) will be for first place and if we win our remaining two games we will be league champs. I didn't see it coming either.
In what can only be described as the greatest miracle in sports history, the first place Bulldogs lost to lowly Quick Pitch. There's even a chance that they've lost twice, but I don't know for sure.
Either way, this means that next Tuesday's game (6:30pm) will be for first place and if we win our remaining two games we will be league champs. I didn't see it coming either.
May 29, 2007
Bye Week
The Solid Gold Hits have the night off, so use the energy you're saving to send some bad vibes to the Bulldogs. If they lose tonight, our next game will be a battle for first place.
In other news, our last game will be June 12th with post-game festivities (food and drink) at the nearby Browne/Leonti house. Everyone is welcome: players, kids, well-wishers - so mark your calendars.
I guess that's it. This is the part of the blog where I should give you some inspirational words to motivate you for the last two weeks of the season, but instead, here's a picture of a puppy in a flower pot. Now I've seen everything!
In other news, our last game will be June 12th with post-game festivities (food and drink) at the nearby Browne/Leonti house. Everyone is welcome: players, kids, well-wishers - so mark your calendars.
I guess that's it. This is the part of the blog where I should give you some inspirational words to motivate you for the last two weeks of the season, but instead, here's a picture of a puppy in a flower pot. Now I've seen everything!
May 22, 2007
Winning Streak Extended...
...to two games.
The Solid Gold Hits struck early, once again, as they batted around in the first inning to go up 8-0 early. The inning was highlighted by a 2 RBI single from Leticia followed immediately by an RBI single down the 3rd baseline from Kristi.
Game ball winner, Chris N., pitched an amazing game striking out like 50 batters and making things really easy for the Hits' defense...which is good because sometimes the defense ain't so good...especially when the ball is hit to the shortstop.
It was pretty much one of your all time whoopins as the final score was 12-2 or something ridiculous like that.
Oh, and I should mention that there was some poor sport in a stupid Mets jersey on the other team whom it felt pretty good to beat.
So this stellar victory brings the Hits record to an impressive 4-1-1. Even with that pesky tie we're still alive in the race for the league championship. After our bye week next week, our next game we be against the rival Bulldogs on June 5 and if by some crazy chance some other team beats the stupid-good Bulldogs then we will be playing for first place. Woohoo!
Before I go, let me take the time to thank the whole team. It's tough to draw up that lineup every week while trying to be fair to everyone individually and to the team as whole and I appreciate the lack of whining. And I want to single out Paul here as being pretty much the best sport ever. He's been at every game and always says he's ready to play if we need him, but he's perfectly happy eating peanuts and cheering us on. Maybe he's just pushing for the position of team mascot so he can relive his college days as Bucky Badger, but I see it as just good sportsmanship. Anyhow, I hope to get you in the game someday, Paul.
The Solid Gold Hits struck early, once again, as they batted around in the first inning to go up 8-0 early. The inning was highlighted by a 2 RBI single from Leticia followed immediately by an RBI single down the 3rd baseline from Kristi.
Game ball winner, Chris N., pitched an amazing game striking out like 50 batters and making things really easy for the Hits' defense...which is good because sometimes the defense ain't so good...especially when the ball is hit to the shortstop.
It was pretty much one of your all time whoopins as the final score was 12-2 or something ridiculous like that.
Oh, and I should mention that there was some poor sport in a stupid Mets jersey on the other team whom it felt pretty good to beat.
So this stellar victory brings the Hits record to an impressive 4-1-1. Even with that pesky tie we're still alive in the race for the league championship. After our bye week next week, our next game we be against the rival Bulldogs on June 5 and if by some crazy chance some other team beats the stupid-good Bulldogs then we will be playing for first place. Woohoo!
Before I go, let me take the time to thank the whole team. It's tough to draw up that lineup every week while trying to be fair to everyone individually and to the team as whole and I appreciate the lack of whining. And I want to single out Paul here as being pretty much the best sport ever. He's been at every game and always says he's ready to play if we need him, but he's perfectly happy eating peanuts and cheering us on. Maybe he's just pushing for the position of team mascot so he can relive his college days as Bucky Badger, but I see it as just good sportsmanship. Anyhow, I hope to get you in the game someday, Paul.
May 21, 2007
Game 5 Photos!!!
"Quick Pitch"" should have heeded this warning.
Amanda's sweet swing. 
I can't remember if Amber was safe or out here, but you gotta like that hustle.
Big Angry Scary Guy coaches first.
Superstar Jessica shows off her award.
And the crowd goes crazy. Hits Bounce Back from Unsatisfying Tie
A week after blowing a 5 run lead and ending up with a tie game, The Solid Gold Hits defeated cellar-dwellers, Quick Pitch, for a second time this season.
Oh, and before I go any further, let me apologize for the lateness of this update. I've been too busy celebrating this victory to type...also, I've been busy and sick.
Anyhow, it was another stellar performance by ace pitcher Sonya as she struck out the big, angry, scary guy on their team making him angrier and scarier...but still about the same size.
The day didn't get any better for Big Angry Scary Guy. During his second at bat he smashed the ball out to deep, deep, deep, deep left-center field, but Brett had smartly positioned himself in that exact spot for the out. In his third at bat, dude hit a screaming grounder to second where game-ball winner, Jessica, snagged it with a diving maneuver and then tossed it to first...of course, he was already rounding first by that time, but quick-thinking first baseman, Mike, applied the tag. I guess the guy thought he could out run Mike, but he must have been unaware that Mike was using The World's Largest Glove so he could pretty much tag anybody out from anywhere on the field.
The Hits went up 6-0 early and hung on late to win 6-5. While we can't be happy with our lack of production late in the game, you've got to like that early surge.
Other game highlights included:
*Coach Nick committing two errors on one play
*Brett getting called out for being a good sport and hitting a pitch that was well out of the strike zone
*Another exciting relay from deep, deep outfield to get a runner out at the plate
*8 post-game drinks at the Tallac Lounge for a total of $20.50.
Pics to come soon.
Oh, and before I go any further, let me apologize for the lateness of this update. I've been too busy celebrating this victory to type...also, I've been busy and sick.
Anyhow, it was another stellar performance by ace pitcher Sonya as she struck out the big, angry, scary guy on their team making him angrier and scarier...but still about the same size.
The day didn't get any better for Big Angry Scary Guy. During his second at bat he smashed the ball out to deep, deep, deep, deep left-center field, but Brett had smartly positioned himself in that exact spot for the out. In his third at bat, dude hit a screaming grounder to second where game-ball winner, Jessica, snagged it with a diving maneuver and then tossed it to first...of course, he was already rounding first by that time, but quick-thinking first baseman, Mike, applied the tag. I guess the guy thought he could out run Mike, but he must have been unaware that Mike was using The World's Largest Glove so he could pretty much tag anybody out from anywhere on the field.
The Hits went up 6-0 early and hung on late to win 6-5. While we can't be happy with our lack of production late in the game, you've got to like that early surge.
Other game highlights included:
*Coach Nick committing two errors on one play
*Brett getting called out for being a good sport and hitting a pitch that was well out of the strike zone
*Another exciting relay from deep, deep outfield to get a runner out at the plate
*8 post-game drinks at the Tallac Lounge for a total of $20.50.
Pics to come soon.
May 08, 2007
What's Worse Than Losing Two in a Row?
Losing one and tying the next.
The Solid Gold Hits were robbed of their third victory of the season on Tuesday night as they somehow, even though this is America, figured out a way to have a game end in a tie. This brings their record to an awkward 2-1-1. Still good enough for second place, but there can be no pride when you need to utilize a third column in order display your win-loss record.
Before I continue, let me first say that the Solid Gold Hits have the best fans in all of Tuesday night Co-ed D-League. Special thanks to Paul for bringing the bike horn to help cheer us on. Also, Paul, I know it's been replaced with the dinner bell, but each honk of the bike horn should still represent a Tourism booking, so I'll be expecting to see those contracts.
Anyhow, the Hits got off to an early lead as Game Ball winner Leticia extended her hitting streak to two games and Dustin and Chris N. hit big homeruns. It should also be mentioned that, as he rounded the bases, Chirs N. made everyone feel awkward as he pretended to grab Amanda's bottom(!) as he chased her around the bases. Apparently he forgot that her husband, his wife, his brother in-law, his impressionable young son and many innocent bystanders were trying to enjoy a nice ballgame in the park without his sick, perverted desires being forced down their throats. I'd like to apologize to Amanda and society in general. Also, where was our team photographer when we needed her?
Things kinda went downhill when the umpires started giving the other team extra outs. One batter received an extra pitch (which he hit VERY far) after his third strike and then, a few innings later, the same batter had a pop out reversed because the runner on second was wearing a wristwatch.
The game came down to an intense last inning as the Luck Dragons rallied. After bringing in two runs to tie the game, one of the Luck Dragons sent a ball in to deep right field. Luckily, The Solid Gold Hits performed a beautiful three man relay to get the potential game-winning run out at the plate. So, in a way, we were lucky to tie. In another, more accurate way, we were screwed.
Sadly, our league's strict time limits don't allow for extra innings to be played, but maybe I'll contact their coach and see if we can't settle things in some other way (i.e. an eating contest).
Also, there was one play where we tagged a girl out after she overran third slightly. It was kinda cheap, but I still say we got screwed.
The Solid Gold Hits were robbed of their third victory of the season on Tuesday night as they somehow, even though this is America, figured out a way to have a game end in a tie. This brings their record to an awkward 2-1-1. Still good enough for second place, but there can be no pride when you need to utilize a third column in order display your win-loss record.
Before I continue, let me first say that the Solid Gold Hits have the best fans in all of Tuesday night Co-ed D-League. Special thanks to Paul for bringing the bike horn to help cheer us on. Also, Paul, I know it's been replaced with the dinner bell, but each honk of the bike horn should still represent a Tourism booking, so I'll be expecting to see those contracts.
Anyhow, the Hits got off to an early lead as Game Ball winner Leticia extended her hitting streak to two games and Dustin and Chris N. hit big homeruns. It should also be mentioned that, as he rounded the bases, Chirs N. made everyone feel awkward as he pretended to grab Amanda's bottom(!) as he chased her around the bases. Apparently he forgot that her husband, his wife, his brother in-law, his impressionable young son and many innocent bystanders were trying to enjoy a nice ballgame in the park without his sick, perverted desires being forced down their throats. I'd like to apologize to Amanda and society in general. Also, where was our team photographer when we needed her?
Things kinda went downhill when the umpires started giving the other team extra outs. One batter received an extra pitch (which he hit VERY far) after his third strike and then, a few innings later, the same batter had a pop out reversed because the runner on second was wearing a wristwatch.
The game came down to an intense last inning as the Luck Dragons rallied. After bringing in two runs to tie the game, one of the Luck Dragons sent a ball in to deep right field. Luckily, The Solid Gold Hits performed a beautiful three man relay to get the potential game-winning run out at the plate. So, in a way, we were lucky to tie. In another, more accurate way, we were screwed.
Sadly, our league's strict time limits don't allow for extra innings to be played, but maybe I'll contact their coach and see if we can't settle things in some other way (i.e. an eating contest).
Also, there was one play where we tagged a girl out after she overran third slightly. It was kinda cheap, but I still say we got screwed.
May 02, 2007
Hits Suffer First Defeat
A stunning last-inning rally fell just short Tuesday night as the Solid Gold Hits suffered their first loss of 2007.
The Bulldogs were just as good as advertised as even their girls were hitting shots well over our outfielder's heads. Who'd a guessed?
Hits' ace pitcher and Game Ball recipient, Sonya, experienced some early-inning control problems, but powered through it and put the team in position for their amazing rally.
Midway through the game the Hits found themselves in a 10-0 hole. After playing some "lawyer ball" and looking for walks in the first few innings, The Bulldogs took the bats off their shoulders and sent softballs spraying all over the field. Julie V. summed up the experience when, as a hushed crowd watched a high pop fly head in her direction, she declared "Sh*t!"
That was a turning point in the game.
The next inning the Hits got on the board and going into the final inning they had closed the gap to 10-5.
In the top of the inning, some lucky hits by the Bulldogs padded their lead and, despite some spectacular defense including a ridiculous play where a pop-up bounced off one fielder's mitt and into another's, the Hits found themselves down 16-5 going into their last turn at bat.
But the Solid Gold Hits didn't rollover and die, they had the rally of all rallies which was highlighted by Leticia stretching a slow grounder into a double and then coming around to score. By the time the inning was over, everyone had batted (even the British guy got a hit with his silly Cricket swing), 7 runs were scored and, even though they lost (16-12), the Solid Gold Hits proved themselves worthy opponents of the formidable Bulldogs. We'll get'm next time.
Also, we drank a lot of beer afterwards.
The Bulldogs were just as good as advertised as even their girls were hitting shots well over our outfielder's heads. Who'd a guessed?
Hits' ace pitcher and Game Ball recipient, Sonya, experienced some early-inning control problems, but powered through it and put the team in position for their amazing rally.
Midway through the game the Hits found themselves in a 10-0 hole. After playing some "lawyer ball" and looking for walks in the first few innings, The Bulldogs took the bats off their shoulders and sent softballs spraying all over the field. Julie V. summed up the experience when, as a hushed crowd watched a high pop fly head in her direction, she declared "Sh*t!"
That was a turning point in the game.
The next inning the Hits got on the board and going into the final inning they had closed the gap to 10-5.
In the top of the inning, some lucky hits by the Bulldogs padded their lead and, despite some spectacular defense including a ridiculous play where a pop-up bounced off one fielder's mitt and into another's, the Hits found themselves down 16-5 going into their last turn at bat.
But the Solid Gold Hits didn't rollover and die, they had the rally of all rallies which was highlighted by Leticia stretching a slow grounder into a double and then coming around to score. By the time the inning was over, everyone had batted (even the British guy got a hit with his silly Cricket swing), 7 runs were scored and, even though they lost (16-12), the Solid Gold Hits proved themselves worthy opponents of the formidable Bulldogs. We'll get'm next time.
Also, we drank a lot of beer afterwards.
April 30, 2007
Tuesday's Game Might Be Big...Maybe
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.
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.
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