Alabama – https://youtube.com/clip/UgkxpzSLBo7_gb0hafZSoYRj1vxbgBq4JYPp

Yes, our theme for next Friday night is Southern BBQ but before I get into the menu, let’s take a look at the standings before our final regular season game.

Game 5 is the final game of our regular season before the playoffs. During the playoffs the top four teams will have an equal chance at the Championship, with the two teams in 5th and 6th place playing for the Wooden Spoon. Clearly in the lead and currently undefeated are the Crushed Oysters , followed closely by Fugetabocce with a 3-1 win-loss record. The question is: who will be third and fourth? The Belles are in third place with a 2-2 record and 41 TPS. Also with a 2-2 record are the High Rollers, with just 34 TPS. Friday’s games pit the Belles against #1 Crushed Oysters and the High Rollers against #2 Fugetabocce, both potentially losing scenarios that will leave these teams with a 2-3 win-loss record. This opens up an opportunity for Carla’s Keep On Rolling. If Keep on Rolling can defeat Rollin Stones they will also have a 2-3 win loss record and at least 48 TPS. So if the Belles lose with less than 7 points OR the High Rollers lose, Keep On Rolling will take 4th place and move into a Championship berth.

So before its Gone with the Wind, Captains get your teams prepped and ready because after Friday There ain’t nobody lookin’ back again.

Our menu is Southern BBQ, please let me know what you can bring and I will post. The night’s first game will be at 6:30 between Rolling Stones and Keep on Rolling.

Southern BBQ

• Deviled Eggs – need volunteer
• Southern Pimento Cheese and Club Crackers – Carla
• Celery and Ranch dressing – Karen & Brooke
• Pickled Veggies – Chris & Jack
• BBQ Chicken – Chris & Jack
• Corn Bread squares or muffins – Jill
• Mac & Cheese – Dianne
• Coleslaw – June & Rich
• Potato Salad – Jennifer & Bob
• Watermelon – Tiffany & Pete
• Pecan Pie Bars – Kelly & Travis
• Adult Lemonade – Chris & Jack
• Beer – need volunteer
• Wine – need volunteer

Ella Fitzgerald https://youtube.com/clip/UgkxRJV8lCp-J7_HWBB6-gE2TQuDGJgVCv8P

A tropical heatwave, the way the balls moves that temperature proves its really a can-can. Yes, we can can finally have a Bocce League night that is not freezing cold. So be prepared this Friday for some summery weather (swimming is allowed), and some equally hot playing.

Round three despite some chilly temps did have some very fiery playing. The night’s first match between the Belles of the Ball and Keep on Rolling was a very closely fought game that looked like Captain Carla with teammate Rich, sub Gerda and visitor Luke Darwin had in the bag. But the Belles with Leslie, Diane, Chris & Captain LeAnne sneaked out a 13-10 win.

Our first and second place teams Fugetabocce and Crushed Oysters faced off for the second game of the evening. Emotionally tired from the funeral preparations for Captain June’s Mom, Team Fugetabocce with Brooke, daughter Kerry & her husband Ryan, never really got going and were soundly defeated by Chris Cattich’s Crushed Oysters. The Oysters’ Jim Leon with visitors Charley & Jack Darwin were superb with a terrific last frame of 4 points, securing their 15-3 win and a first place position.

The High Rollers and Rollin Stones started the night each with a two loss record, but Captain Clay’s wise decision to tap Jim Woodcock and Kelly’s sister Monica as substitutes along with teammate Scotty Howard was instrumental in securing the High Roller’s first win of the season over The Rollin Stones an all Simmon’s family team comprised of Travis, Kelly, nephew KC and Mom Chicky. The game was still good fun and very close but ended with a 12-10 win for the High Rollers.

STANDINGS

This Friday drinks and appetizers are at 6:00pm and the first game between Belles of The Ball and High Rollers starts at 6:30pm. Our theme is Viva la Mexico, please let me know what you can bring and I will post.

• Chips – Pete & Tiff
• Salsa, green, red, fire roasted – Pete & Tiff
• Guacamole – lots of guacamole! – Travis & Kelly
• Spicy Shrimp appetizer – Dianne
• Watermelon skewers with Tajin – need volunteer
• Grilled Adobo Chicken – Chris & Jack
• Chipotle Flank Steak – Chris & Jack
• Tortillas, corn 6″ – June & Rich
• Cheese, shredded or crumbled – June & Rich
• Refried Beans – Carla
• Mexican Rice – Jill & Jamie
• Black bean, corn, and tomato salad – Leslie
• Mexican fruit popsicles – Brooke & Karen
• Margaritas – Chris & Jack
• Mexican Beer – Jen & Bob

The standings are published and June Weaver’s Fugetabocce has already moved into first place. Folks this is the importance and the opportunity of TPS, total points scored. Captain June’s team rolling the final frame in their game against the Belles, chose to continue rolling the last bocce ball in their hand even after they earned the winning 12 points, finishing the game with 13 points against Belles of the Balls’ 7. Sure they took a risk, but it has moved them ahead of the Crushed Oysters who have also won both games of Round 1 and Round 2, but cast their last balls against Rollin Stones after earning the winning 12 points at their feet. No Guts, no Glory.

Sorry, there’s no blow by blow recap of the night’s three games but there were a few highlights, Rookies Bob and Jen Meier are already playing like they’ve been doing this for years, and our newest sub’s Tiffany and Pete Stahl made a sterling debut appearance rolling like seasoned veterans. And it must be mentioned Captain Jill’s Rollin Stones two consecutive losses does not tell the tale of some very close games. Teammates Kelly, Travis and rookie Jimmy D should be watched very closely.

STANDINGS

Round three begins this Friday at 6pm for drinks and appetizers, and the night’s first game between O Captain, My Captain Carla’s Keep on Rolling and the LeAnne’s Belles of the Ball begins at 6:30 sharp. Our theme will be Asian Luau and our menu is below. Please let me know what you can bring and I will post.

• Eggrolls – Diane
• Shrimp Chips – Leslie
• Potstickers with Dipping sauce – Clay
• Maui Onion potato chips & dip – June & Rich
• Asian Ribs – Chris & Jack
• Teriyaki Chicken – Chris & Jack
• Fried Rice – Lynne & Jim
• Tropical Fruit Salad – Jack & Charlie
• Asian Salad – Leslie
• Coconut cupcakes – Travis & Kelly
• Tropical popsicles – Chris
• Asian Beer – LeAnne
• Wine – Scotty
• Pina Coladas- Chris & Jack