Sunday, October 23, 2011

The Banquet!!!

There is too much to write about and its really kind of "all over the place", so I'm going to keep this short.  At least for a day or two, we'll just focus on the presentations!
AWARDS

Most Sportsmanlike Player:

For players on each team who best exemplify the values of our League; Sportsmanship, Friendship, Fair play, etc...



Mike Ellis Memorial Award:

For the most improved player in the league.  Presented Tim Osmond (TTB) of the Dislocated Joints. 

Nellie Award:

The Nellie plaque reads:  "Never say never", "Enjoyment of the sport", "Laughter for all", "Longevity - stay with it", "its never I - its we", "Errors are allowed".  For the team that was the most fun to play against, the team that had the most fun and demonstrated the true spirit of the league.  The Award was presented to the Grisslies.

The RCL Branch 329 Trophy;

The Trophy is awarded to the regular season champions.  This was presented to the Dusty Cleats.

Playoff Champion Runner's Up:

For second place in the playoffs.  This was presented to the Dusty Cleats.

The Ken Riggs Memorial:

This Trophy is awarded to the playoff winning team.  This was presented to the Grisslies.

Diamond Award:

This league award goes to the an individual for the whole of their contribution to the Tottenham Old Timer's League.  This award was presented to Steve Ross.

Check back through the week as I'll continue to add stories and pictures (as I'm reminded of the crazy things I did).

RANDOM PICTURES:
(more to come)


Andre, with two really good hitters
Tina isn't backing away from Joy, she's just trying to get away from ANOTHER rocket story from Robbie.
John's back is almost recovered from carrying the Dust Cleats all year
I swear to god, Tina is a saint.  Don't know how she does it.
Whoa, whoa, whoa!!!  Who invited Jesus?
Double award winners, Dusty Cleats!
What you can't see is Gord's other hand.  But Brett sure seems happy.
Hmmmm, explains why I didn't get any mashed potatoes.  Nice job Lou!
Timmy Two Beer, Down Town Billy Brown and Donnie The (former) Ump.  So nice of Karen to stay past 9pm considering the company!
The Kahuna, understated and blending into the woodwork as usual.




I could have a smart assed comment for Laura, but she actually moved between Danny & Stike on her own accord.  You get what you pay for
Those are some happy Dog Catchers!
Not to be outdone, Pistol Pete shows off his new garage door opener. 
Well.  That shirt looks eerily familiar.
Okay John....enough of leaning into every picture!  I had to delete about 50. 
Rob and Stephane trying desperately to get Jerry to come out of his shell.
The Rumboldt's....about 5 mins before the break dancing started.
No, Dave's not upset.  He's just finishing his aviating wonder....more on that later
Sir Rob and Minnesota Smith enjoying Vivaldi's Concerto
The leader of the Grissles.  And Rob.
Steph & Dave.  I was a little early on this shot.  Moments later, Dave turned and fired the ball at Steph's head.  We had drank enough that it was funny as hell. 
Aren't the Grisslies fabulous decorators!
This picuture needs not explaination.  But I will anyway.  Just out of camera range is Sue Farah with a needle and ice.  Nice peircing job.  Very clean.  Butter shots were used to sanitize the wound. 
Grisslie sponsor (TTB) and Grisslie's Brain Trust along with Doug and Rob.  Big awards on this night!
Robbie with the Nellie!  (Apparently does NOT stand for "Naive, Emotional, Lazy, Lively, Innocent, Entertaining)
Doug & Rob with Nellie (he wouldn't let me hold it on my own)
Dave Argue's handywork; as the Grisslie banner literally rose to the rafters as we picked up our Championship trophy!
Rob Farah FINALLY let Sir Rob and Minnesota Smith touch the trophy.  But look at the pic behind them on the wall!  He still won't leave the poor buggers alone!
Weird.  I pic of Danny with a beer in his hand.  I'm still in shock.
Good job Chuck and Paul.  That wall sure didn't fall on your watch!
Two wild and crazy guys!
Dude.....when did U2 start to fall apart?  (Us two?)  Too long to explain, but I'm still laughing.
Well, the tie lasted longer than I thought it would.  But the real Rob finally showed up!
My thanks to the photographer who strategically cut out the beer in each hand!