After watching the Celtics defeat the Pistons the other night, I found it interesting to hear Rachel Nichols interview Kendrick Perkins after the game. She asked him what was his inspriation to have such a big game that helped spur the Celtics to a huge win......Here is what he said.

"When the Pistons began making a push late in the game, Perkins said all he needed to do was think back to the series of Rocky Clips that Coach Rivers has showed the team recently.

"He always says, 'It's not how many times you get hit, it's if you keep moving forward,' " Perkins said. "We were taking hits and we kept fighting through and we kept moving forward."

Hey....Isn't that Johnny's Blaze quote from our last game?

Anyways, we start a new season tonight, let's show the new league who we are!!!!!

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I wanted to make a few quick observations from the NBA playoffs going on.

First, has anyone noticed the interviews, mindset, and demeanor of the Pistons in comparison to the Celtics. The Celtics clearly have more talent and one of the greatest ballers of all time in KG but seem like a bunch of hesitant and scared rookies at times. On the other hand RIP Hamilton, Chauncey Billups, and even Rodney Stuckey ( An "F"in Rookie??) look as confident and poised as if they were the greatest team in the league. I mean these 3 guys I think would be picked close to last in any pick-up game but yet they look like they might lead a pistons team to the Finals.

Also, Like the legendary Rudy Tomjanovich once said "Never, Ever, Underestimate the heart of a champion." With that said, I know the Lakers had a big win in LA Wednesday night and look like they are in the drivers seat for tonight, but how could you pick against Tim Duncan and the Spurs tonight. I mean if I had to put my life on the line and pick one team to win on the road it is tonight for the Spurs. I don't know the Vegas line but I assume LA is a favorite tonight at the Staples center, but I just can't see Poppovich and Duncan losing, they will do everything in their power to win........I guess only time will tell who does have the championship heart.

Oh, and my point also is, that is the mindset we need to incorporate when we walk on the field next Friday night!!!!!

I notice that I've been sci-fi heavy lately, sorry but all the big summer movies get me going. Time for a influx of testosterone.

What are the cream of the crop franchises in their respective leagues? This is all time. Not just this year or the 80's, 90's, etc. Think of it like if the MLB, NBA, NHL, NFL had to create a marketing campaign to another planet. Which teams would they highlight from their league history to promote the sport.

There's no limit, just list all the teams that you honestly feel are the elite franchises for each league. I'll tally it up and post the results.

IMPORTANT: PLEASE PUT THE TEAMS IN ORDER OF IMPORTANCE TO THE LEAGUE'S HISTORY.

Here's mine:

NBA
1. Los Angeles/Minneapolis Lakers
2. Boston Celtics
3. Chicago Bulls
4. New York Knicks
5. Detroit Pistons
6. Philadelphia 76ers
7. San Antonio Spurs

MLB
1. New York Yankees
2. Los Angeles/Brooklyn Dodgers
3. San Francisco/New York Giants
4. Boston Red Sox
5. St. Louis Cardnials
6. Cincinati Reds
7. Chicago Cubs
8. Atlanta Braves

NHL
1. Montreal Canadians
2. Tononto Maple Leafs
3. Edmonton Oilers
4. New York Islanders
5. Detroit Red Wings
6. New York Rangers
7. Pittsburgh Penguins
8.Colorado Avalanche/Quebec Nordiques
9. Chicago Blackhawks
10.New Jersey Devils
11.Boston Bruins

NFL
1. Green Bay Packers
2. San Francisco 49ers
3. Pittsburgh Steelers
4. New York Giants
5. Dallas Cowboys
6. Miami Dolphins
7. New England Patriots
8. Chicago Bears
9. Denver Broncos
10.Washington Redskins

We'll this looks to have enormous potential, but will it live up to the hype?

Check it out, set shots of Snake Eyes and Stormshadow from the new G.I. Joe movie in production right now.

Fellas,

As you may of heard I will be in town May 21st - May 26th. Friday night I will be attending services at my Dad's Temple. The marriage of Meritza and I will be honored that night with Italian style food at the end. Everybody is more than welcome to join in this glorious celebration. Start time should be around 8ish. get in contact with me if you need directions. I am aware there is a softball game that night as well. No pressure. However, Sunday I hope to see everyone that can make it to Gators, on Red Bud Lake. We should meet around 5pm for dinner and laughs. If you are planning to come to either of the events, let me know so I can make accurate reservations. Looking forward to coming home and seeing everyone. If I'm correct Indiana Jones and the Dark Crystal should be out this week too!!!

Scott aka PJ

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Don't know what he is doing here but I thought I would leave it up to our loyal readers to interpret....just a fun pic to enjoy.....

It's Liz birthday today and we are celebrating the only way we know how......getting wasted!

Come one ,come all we are starting the night at Urban Flats @ 8:00ish for some food and drinks and then heading to Liz's favorite watering hole Casey's and then seeing where the night takes us if it takes us anywhere (Usually those stiff drinks keep us planted).

I hope you enjoy this story.........I also encourage our faithful readers to retell their favorite blackout stories......

I posted the actual article in the greivelwire just so you don't think it is a farce.......Here are the 2 best tidbits from the article but you gotta read the whole thing...
Hughes claimed he couldn't remember the incident, having drunk the better part of a 2 1/2-gallon (10-liter) box of wine beforehand.

In the 2001 United Kingdom census, 390,000 - 0.7 percent of the population - listed Jedi as their religion.

'Darth Vader' spared jail in Jedi church attacks

HOLYHEAD, Wales (AP) -- A man who dressed up as Darth Vader, wearing a garbage bag for a cape, and assaulted the founders of a group calling itself the Jedi church was given a suspended sentence Tuesday.

Arwel Wynne Hughes, 27, attacked Jedi church founder Barney Jones - aka Master Jonba Hehol - with a metal crutch, hitting him on the head, prosecutors told Holyhead Magistrates' Court.

He also whacked Jones' 18-year-old cousin, Michael Jones - known as Master Mormi Hehol - bruising his thigh in the March 25 incident, prosecutors said.

The two cousins and Barney Jones' brother, Daniel, set up the Church of Jediism, Anglesey order, last year. Jedi is the faith followed by some of the central characters in the "Star Wars" films.

The group, which claims about 30 members, says on its Web site that it uses "insight and knowledge" from the films as "a guide to living a better and more worthwhile life."

"We all love the films and what they stand for. Obviously some people are going to laugh about it," the Wales on Sunday newspaper quoted Barney Jones as saying last month. "But a lot of people do take it seriously."

Unfortunately for Hughes, his March attack was recorded on a video camera that the cousins had set up to film themselves in a light saber battle.

"Darth Vader! Jedis!" Hughes shouted as he approached.

Hughes claimed he couldn't remember the incident, having drunk the better part of a 2 1/2-gallon (10-liter) box of wine beforehand.

"He knows his behavior was wrong and didn't want it to happen but he has no recollection of it," said Hughes' lawyer, Frances Jones.

District Judge Andrew Shaw sentenced Hughes to two months in jail but suspended the sentence for one year. He also ordered Hughes to pay $195 to each of his victims and $117 in court costs.

In the 2001 United Kingdom census, 390,000 - 0.7 percent of the population - listed Jedi as their religion.

Actor/Director Jon Favreau was on Howard Stern today talking about his film Iron Man and they all got into a discussion about the best super hero movies of all time. These are super hero comics only, graphic novels like "300" are not counted.

Here's my list:

10. The Punisher (2004)

A very underrated film that was not heavily promoted. Thomas Jane was perfect as the Punisher, John Travolta was a weak villain but they kept true to the story and did the best they could with a small budget. Also the brutal violence you would expect from the Punisher kicked in near the end of the film. A sequel "Punisher: War Zone" is in production now.

9. Blade (1998)

Not a well known comic book character before the film came out but Snipes nailed it. The story and action were very entertaining with a great villain played by Stephen Dorf.

8. Superman II (1981)

The best of the Christopher Reeve Superman films. Terrance Stamp's performance as Zod holds up even today as one of the best and most quoted villain performances ever. "Kneel before Zod"

7. Constantine (2005)

Another non-mainstream character. The actual comic book is titled "Hellblazer" Constantine is the anti-hero trying to save his own soul by sending as many demons back to hell as he can. The movie was really well done. Great effects and writing, the story keeps you interested all the way through and has a really high replay value.

6. Batman (1989)

The holy grail of comic book movies for some people, mostly Tim Burton fans. Burton did a great job making Batman cool again. The black costume is something that even the comics could not ignore after this film came out. Keaton is still the best Batman and you would be hard fought to argue anyone has ever played a better villain than Nicholson's Joker.

5. X-Men (2000)

The first successful super hero team movie. This film shocked fans at how good it was. With all the bad comic book movies coming out during this time no one thought Bryan Singer could pull off a film with this many characters. Hugh Jackman and Patrick Stewart were born to play Wolverine and Professor X. Writing was above average, story was good, and the cinematography was great as is with most Singer films.

4. Superman Returns (2006)

Bryan Singer's homage to the original 1978 release. Singer took a lot of criticism for not having an original story, but the Superman character needed a reboot for the younger generation. The cinematography was outstanding. It truly is one of the best looking films I've ever seen. Brandon Routh captured what Christopher Reeve had all those years ago and Kevin Spacey, although underutilized in this film, was a great Lex Luthor. However, Kate Bosworth was not a good Lois Lane and Superman pretty much just lifted heavy objects the entire film. Singer has assured fans that the next film will be filled with action, showing the wrath of an "angry god." Sounds awesome.

3. Spider-Man (2002)

This movie was just stripped right off the pages of the comic. Sam Raimi directed this film flawlessly. Tobey Maguire was just right as the young and nerdy Peter Parker and Willem Dafoe churned out a Nicholsonesque Green Goblin performance. Also, J.K. Simmons stole the movie as a pin-point J. Jonah Jameson. The story was predictable, as it should be in an origin movie, but kept the audience very enthralled. The movie did have some flaws though, with a bad casting decision of Kirsten Dunst as Mary Jane, and in one scene with Spidey and Goblin on the rooftop the costumes look a little ridiculous.

2. Iron Man (2008)

Actor/Writer/Director Jon Favreau hits one out of the park with his "Iron Man." A genius decision to cast Robert Downey Jr. as Tony Stark. Downey turns in the single best super hero character performance of any comic book adaptation ever. The writing is great, the action and special effects are unmatched, and the movie stays fun throughout the whole story. However the real weight of this film was on Downey's shoulders and he carried it without breaking a sweat.

1. Batman Begins (2005)

It didn't have the best effects nor did it have the best performances, but "Batman Begins" bows to no one with it's story. Director Christopher Nolan captured the true essence of Batman from the early comics. Showing just how Bruce Wayne traveled the world picking up talents and training which he would us to avenge the death of his parents. Christian Bale is very solid as the young Bruce Wayne/Batman and you have to wonder how Michael Cain was not chosen to play Alfred in the 1989 Batman. Katie Holmes is a weak actor but her character was not that important and Liam Neeson is very believable as yet again the mentor to the "chosen one." Although this time he plays it as a villain. Like "Superman Returns," this film's cinematography really puts the audience in the mood of the story and reveals the true feeling of Batman's early years.

Notable Mentions: X-Men: The Last Stand (2006); Superman (1978); Ghost Rider (2007); The Crow (1994)

Well, our season finally came to an end as we were eliminated from playoff contention as Mastercraft painting swept the legs right out from under us Friday night. We were not able to stand on both legs to withstand Aloma Baptists Fatherly inspired divine intervention in game 2 as we dropped the last 2 games of the year to put an end to a tough season.

When they start the game, they don't yell, "Work ball." They say, "Play ball" and I don’t believe we played ball this season we were too intense and didn’t enjoy ourselves enough. Next Season we will come out with a vengeance but will enjoy the game more and I can assure you there will be a better outcome” Big Daddy Gutierrez said as he walked off the field for the last time this season.

Koko was still reveling in his solid play at first base this season and heard Rich’s comments and couldn’t agree more. Back in the day, my idol was Bugs Bunny, because I saw a cartoon of him playing ball - you know, the one where he plays every position himself with nobody else on the field but him? Now that I think of it, Bugs is still my idol. You have to love a ballplayer like that and I want to be just like him” Koko said at the post game news conference.

In the first game we came out strong posting a 3 run lead starting off on fire offensively but soon Mastercraft’s veteran savvy team turned the tables and we couldn’t slow down their bats as they heated up and soon took back control of the game. That was a very focused team and they were hungry for the win as they rose up and took us down and then went on to beat the First place Sharks to continue their dominant ways.

In the second game it was obvious we were drained both mentally and physically from the long season as we just couldn’t did down deep enough to finish off the season with a win. The heavenly Father wanted the Baptists to go out with a victory and we obliged. We had a solid game both offensively and defensively but just didn’t take care of the little things that so often make the difference. The web gem of the night and possibly the season came in the 4^th inning when Johnny Blaze dug a hot ground ball blazing at him at 3^rd base, spun around for a 360’ and then gunned down the runner at first place. “I don't care how long you've been around the game, you'll never see it all” said a stunned Keith G. after witnessing that amazing play a mere few feet away.

“I’m proud of my guys and we are going to regroup this off-season and get ready for a championship run, next season and I have no further comment” said Capt’ Tucci as he walked off the field. The beauty of baseball is that mirrors life in many ways, except you get to start over every season and in Florida the next season is only a mere 2 weeks away!

The Lady Kai’s were out in numbers to support their guys again and the team would like to thank them for supporting us through thick and thin and we promise them that next season will be a championship one. There are three things in my life which I really love: God, my family, and Cobra Kai Softball. The only problem - once softball season starts, I change the order around a bit said Lady Kai A-Rock Tucci. Amen to that.

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Fellas got to delay the kegger that was planned for this weekend. Sorry! I hope this does not fuck to many people's plans up. If so just blame it on J Dub you were going to anyway.

Alright fellas here is the deal. We paid for the league so nobody owes any more money for the registration. We used the money from last season to cover the difference. Thanks to Mikey for taking care of that. We should be on the other field next season. Anyways, I can pick up the bat tommorrow but everybody has to chip in $20. Let me know if this is a problem and I will get the bat later but I need to know ASAP. This bat is a fucking hammer.

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I don't remember a whole lot of last weeks game cause I had a really rough Saturday afternoon.

I do remember that Mikey had another "effort" catch in right. The outfield was in the weirdest set up that I have seen all season, but it did pretty good. Neil had another big hit. Koko was great at first. Johnny Blaze was ripping it up at short. Big E brought two bats that were like power sticks. A.C. did his part. Mike "Ice" was on point as usual. Rob improved his average. Oh yeah and Keith wasn't there, haha.

"I play through the pain"-Juan Diggler.

I think we downed 65 pitchers or so.

"Those chicks over there are our biggest competition" - Tucci.
"Those 'chicks' are comparing biceps." - Rich

Those chicks were scary. I don't even think they were all really chicks. Mikey said he would volunteer to find out next week.

See y'all on Friday for the first double header of the season and the last two games.

J DUB

P.S. Sullivan Happy Belated Birthday
P.S.S. Keith and Liz congratulations!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HPzVogGrqso

It looks like we have 2, count them 2 reasons to go out and get fahsnickered on Friday night. Keith's graduation and Sullivan's 30th birthday. After getting some grub at Gators let's go and tear the town up. I'm talking about drinking, smoking, throwing glasses, lighting fires, beating up homeless people, starting race wars in the streets, Fire and brimstone coming from the sky! Rivers and seas boiling, forty years of darkness! Earthquakes! Volcanoes! The dead rising from the grave, human sacrifice, dogs and cats living together, mass hysteria! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ok maybe we won't smoke. After all it's bad for ya!