Aaaaand.. We're back

After a long needed break, the pumped up, over zealous Kickball Down Under players are back!!! Yes, people I know-I know, it was a little touch and go there for a month or so with all our injuries. But like many great NFL, MBA and we'll throw in a Cricketer or two have done - stretched it out, iced it up and "man'ed up" and not only have we come back, but we're coming back- Bigger and Better than ever, old school style.... wait for - wait for it

So bring your party hats(beer), your well rested livers and lets get ready to Welcome the New... Mr. & Mrs. Kiley Slosh Ball style!!! Woo hoo :)

"stretch it out everyone... stretch it out"!!

Ben aka "I don't have to touch the bases, I'm English"

After coming back from our bye last Sunday , "trainer Joe" made sure everyone was well stretched out.... and ready to go!

12th of July, brought a gorgeous Sunday Funday afternoon. I can't say so much for team "island hoppers" as they were not able to get find their grove in the first couple innings. Thankfully "no fus Gus" better late then never, showed up and brought "island hoppers" back on the island!!

Rookie awards go out to our newest members - Lucy, Steph, Kerri, John and Anna. Job well done!!

5th inning stretch brought a dry game... aka no one brought beer! see what a bye can do to us. Next week - don't forget!! :)

Big plays came thru the next couple innings for team "Cleveland steamers" - Kerri and Ben seemed to have "go go gadget arms" and caught every ball, quick reality check for the "islanders".

Go-Go Gadget Arms, Kerri

John aka Rookie of the year kept knocking them out of the park, to finish out the game. Next week I've decided he's on my team.

Rookie of the year - John

Same time same place next Sunday! hope to see ya'll there.

Quadriceps

5th of July saw the Sun shining in Sydney, Australia for the third game of the season. A slight change of location due to our normal field being used for a concert. Who do they think they are? The sun was shining and some of the more sensible members of the Sunday afternoon kickball elite were warming up -

The all important warm up.

Sunday's game was the first to have official kick ball sanctioned supporters, which included Dr. Roberts, Lorraine and Bo a German Shepherd dog.

A few new faces for me at least, at the game who's names I've all but forgotten but very good to see a good turnout. After a few weeks of playing you can begin to see the development and advancement of the teams as tactics for kicking, passing and hitting are used to outwit the opposing team.

Powerdrive

After a promising start both sides succumbed to injuries, a couple of quad tension injuries, a knee injury and general bruises caused by a realisation that no one is under the age of thirteen, the median age for kickball in the USA.

After a good couple of hours of kickball with lovely sunshine and no wind we retired to the Woolloomooloo Bay Hotel for Nachos and cold drinks to celebrate our kickball achievement.

Kickball LA Paparazzi Style

I believe the heads of Kickball Australia were talking about a "one week recess" which for non-Americans means there will be a gap and kickballing will resume at 13h30 on the 19th of July. See you there. Peace.

- Gary, guest editor, originally from Stratford-upon-Avon, England is a member of the kickball down under and hopes one day to fulfill his dream of being a kick ball pro. His blog is at http://g2007.com

Turning it up a notch

Round 3 Slideshow

We couldn't have asked for better weather for Round 3 of Kickball and the level of play did not disappoint. The highlight of the day was a tie between Tony's 20 meter crawl into 3rd and Chris' acrobatic adventure in the outfield. The sheer speed in which Tony scurried across the ground caused more than a few heads to turn. Chris' Mary-Lou Retton-esqe backward summersault in the outfield would likely have been scored about a 1.3 on a scale to 10 had anyone been counting. Thankfully no one was.

This was the most competitive game to this point with each team splitting a victory. Play was especially enhanced by newcomers Scott, Laura, John and Malisa, who provided both entertainment and talent as well as (most importantly) several additional six packs.

The MVP would have to go to Chuck who hit a home run at least every other at-bat. It was interesting to witness the defensive strategy of the opposite team when he approached the plate. For a team containing 3 MBA graduates you would think they would equate the fact that since the ball was kicked over their heads a previous 7 times, there was a high probability that the 8th would also go in the same direction. But whom am I to judge strategy?

Several other interesting moments of the day included a man and his 2 year old daughter playing out in left field. Now I'm not a father but I'm pretty sure I would not bring my child into a reckless environment that includes balls flying at high speeds and drunk outfielders who typically would be capable of doing little to prevent injury or death. Well maybe not death. It was also great to see some fans turn up for the match, which of course would be a first. I think one of them summed it up pretty well after the game when asked her opinion on the affair, "It took us 2 hours to figure out that the intent actually was to not be on the ground."

We'll be out at it again next Sunday at 1:30 and look forward to seeing everyone there!

- Matt (guest blogger)

Admit it... You're Hooked!

June 21st 1:30pm, recap :

With the help of our recruiting agent... we had some rookies come up from the "farm team". Rockin' out the 1st inning we had Birthday Girl, Marcy get team "Cleveland Steam(rollers) on the books. Massive kick to far left field got Sarah Fast & Fierce Fabietti to learn the art of K.B. really quickly. With bases loaded next up was rookie of the year, O'Canada Brent bringing home the Americanos on 2nd and 3rd.

Team kick some Balls had some work to do with..but never fear. Our rookies where on the ball!

From across the pound, make'em bleed Marcus was all over it...bringing massive kicks to stop the "steamrollers" in their tracks. Next 2 rookies Fast & Fierce and Juicy Jivin Jana - took it home.

Halftime switch up - brought Sunday Funday to a whole new level. Hot off the press, Cincinnati Bow Tie Jeva came into the game kicking up all kinds of trouble. Bases loaded massive kick from No Fus Gus came up unlucky with a save from Bulgaria's next Mayor, Matt. Oh what a catch!!

Last inning... Cleveland Steamers really needed to bring it home 12 to tie and 13 to win. No Fus Gus made up for his unlucky last inning kick with a massive kick way out of the ball park.

Birthday Girl Marcy and Change the Rules Chris on deck had Team kick some Balls strategizing. Tony the Tank kicks a line drive - next up birthday girl... short kick to third. Change the Rules Chris kicks far right field, sends Tony the Tank home and Birthday Girl a runnin. Cincinnati Bow Tie up.... center field kick sends Change the Rules Chris diving into third. Man Down Pitcher of the year, Gary puts a little spin on the last pitch.... which didn't break Fast & Fierce Fabietti kick, but make'em bleed Marcus came up lucky.... with a catch to knock Fast & Fierce out and tie the game.

What a game what a game!! Cheers to all the Rookies that came through Jana, Gus, Brent, Tony,Sarah, & Jeva!!! You're hooked... admit it! :)

Cheers to our Birthday Girl Marcy!!! Wishing you all the best!

And special shot out to Charlie Roberts!! Thanks so much for sending the Kickballs!! Happy Fathers Day!

Marcy's B-Day Kickball Extraveganza

Ok, so I realize this is a bit late, but Marcy's B-day on Tuesday but I think we should turn this week's kickball game into a birthday bash (of sorts)!!!!

So 1:30 PM in the Domain (near St. Mary's) If the weather sucks, then we can move it to a bar.

URL=http://maps.google.com.au/maps?hl=en%26tab=nl do a search for The Domain Pitches, and that's right where the field is.

Hope y'all can make it!!!

Chris

The Rules...

Kickball Rules
“slow and bouncy” ...

Too many to really write down... check out the National Kickball Association. below is a brief description...

Helping you get lucky rule:
All teams are required two members of the opposite sex on the field at all times.

Ump’s decision is final.
No disputes over the call of the game after the players have left the field.
NO RAIN OUTS.
Don’t be a poor sport! Have fun! Remember this is just kickball.

Requirements
All teams must register their team by June 28th
Must have two members of the opposite sex on your team by registration: get to work playerz
According to the NKA1 rulebook - section 13, article 27c, clause 187, there are no rainouts. We play in all conditions except sober.
Drinking is encouraged at this event for it will impair motor skills and provide ample excuses for lack of ability.

Winning isn't everything...
It's the ONLY THING!

Team Kick Some Balls

Hello Hello my lovely Kickball'ers!!

If you were unlucky and missed the first game of the season... no need to stress, see the play by play below and there are plenty more Sunday Fundays ahead! However... last Sunday was pretty damn Fun, I'll have to admit. Weather in all - we managed to kick some.... balls!

Recap game 1:
Team Kick some Balls vs Cleveland Steamers

"Team Kick some Balls" came in hard and strong. First innings was up by 10 runs..
Cleveland Steamers were not far behind and managed to jump ahead at the bottom of the 3rd with a great kick from Gary and a steal from Chris... almost had to slide into home cuz Marcy was fast on his tail. Almost Marcy... better luck this Sunday.
Top of the 4th Team K.S.B brought it... bases loaded and - "watch your back" Amy on base.... power house kick... sent all fabulous team members home to enjoy a nice refreshing beverage!!

So- see ya'll this Sunday same time same place and come ready!! Team Kicks some Balls is hard core!! :)

when: Sunday June 21
time: 1:30
where: domain (by the main entrance behind Library and hospital)
bring: your A game and beers/water if you'd like to make things interesting... 2nd base is also called chug it or for the Aussie... skull it

Try Outs

It's that time

This Sunday!! June 14

TRY OUTS!!!

ha but seriously... if you want to come out this Sunday - 1:30pm(ish) in the Domain... and give the Fun Fill Fantastic game of KICK BALL a go, we'll be there.

bring whomever you'd like.... nothing serious - we'll just be testing the waters (aka I'll be scouting who will be on my team)

drinks at the local watering hole afterwards...

ps: no whinging about the rules!

Cheers,
Sue

What you've never heard of Kickball....

Hello hello - and Happy Friday!!

Sunday Funday is baaaaaaaaaaack!!!! Come one Come all...

Kick Ball League will be starting soon. See attached doc if you are (Australian) Not sure how to play or what it is! Deets below...

Things you need...
not be hung over on Sunday to play
a stomach that can handle all the laughing you'll be doing.
Games Times: range between 1-4pm
Location: range btw centennial park and neutral bay

Next Steps:
Email me if you are In (& it better be Yes)
get your team together... 8-10 people on a team

Try Outs: (if you're good you can play on my team)

Hope to see ya'll there

Cheers~ Sue