It is said that Archimedes experienced a revelation in the bathtub. This morning, I experienced one in the shower. Although Archimedes was so excited about his revelation that he jumped out of the tub and ran through the streets naked, I decided to blog about mine. Here it is:
Over Christmas break, we will have Papermania 2008.
Yes, it's been too long since paper met table. I long to again hold that wide-ruled triangle of destiny between my fingers. The characters, the trademark moves, the frustrations, the rivalries, and the coveted trophy. It is time to revive the greatest game to come out of the PHS band room, time to revive the past...time to relive the glory.
Here are my proposals:
1. I propose that we host the tournament at the Pike County Farm Bureau auditorium (alternatives would be Crossroads Center, Methodist Church perhaps). It would be hassle-free and perhaps money-free. We could all chip in a few bucks for food and refreshments too.
2. It should be a double-elimination tournament so that you can have the chance to battle back and win the championship.
3. We need as many of the original players as possible and invite new players as well- I think we should get as many people as possible.
4. In order to finish the tournament in one day, we should end each game at first player to reach 20 points or 30 minutes- whichever comes first.
5. We should arrange at least one practice day for players to come down to the tables and practice so we all don't show up to the tournament cold.
How does everyone feel about these proposals? Please share your thoughts as well as any memories you have about paper football. To be honest, I have forgotten most of our character names (even my own :( ) and many of the moves. I think that Kyle "The Champion" Frere still holds the title, but I'm not positive. Where is the trophy currently? Someone in Pittsfield needs to hit up Adam Johnson, because I think he has the last tournament bracket, and he can help set up the new one. I'm going to make a facebook group for this- feel free to invite others.
Needless to say, I'm very excited about this, and I think we can make this a big event. Let's hear your thoughts.
Roderick, out
8 comments:
I forgot to wish everyone a happy Independence Day, from the land of the Revolution's losers.
The 8 original members were:
Derrick Halpin- Either PT Cruzer or Super Hero Halpo
Evan Roderick- E-Daddy
Nathan Fry- Natanatan
Kyle Frere- The Champion
Adam Johnson- The Avenger
Matt Lightle- Either Uhaul or Mighty Matt
Anthony Lara- Fat Tony
Spencer Boren- Cattle Prod
Genius. Pure genius. I am all on board for this event 110%. I don't care where we hold the event, as long as we can get it for most of the day. And yes, we need to contact all the orignal members as well as some new players so we can have a nice big tournament. I will help out in any way that I can. I can chip in some $$$ for snacks and drinks, and I can make phonecalls to folks as well.
As far as the location of the Paper Football Championship is concerned, I believe that I have it in my closet back home. I made sure to steal it from the Frere residence and hang onto it just in case we ever did something like this. So I'm pretty damn sure I have it.
I'm really excited.
G-spot is in. For all of those people out there who don't know this is Gavin. Derrick gave me this creative name my freshmen year. I believe that was the last time there was a tournament, thanks to Mr. Bangert.
I'm kinda sad that I missed out on all of this excitement, but I'd like to be a part of the 2008 championship
I used to run the tables in my days at the old Louisiana Elementary Cafeteria. Its not so much my skill as my tenacity. Its also my skill. Consider me the dark horse of the 2008 games.
The only thing dark about you Berg is your complexion.
lez do it.
haha, yes, berg is native indian american indian native foreign american whatever-the-politically-correct-term-is-these-days.
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