By Harry Ballsonue
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This weekend, Tilbury Ontario hosted the summer classic 12 team 3 on 3 ball hockey challenge, attracting teams from Toronto to Windsor and everywhere in between.
Team Duffle Bag was asked to play in a one-day winner take all open aged tournament.
Team Duffle Bag, who has not played together in a few years received a personal invite from tournament organizers and decided to give it a go. Legendary captain George (brother of Beep) Oickle stated “we only have a few more good years in us so why the hell not!”
Team Duffle Bag has been playing together for a few decades now and several members have become full-fledged members of the legendary Tomcat organization known as Beep, Tonto, Eagle, Sunny, Lovie, Labamba and Soupy along with a few non-Tomcat members George Oickle, Federico Belanger and Goaltender Robbie Mussin.
The bad news came to team organizer Beep early on when he heard from perennial all-star Sunny that he and super sniper Soupy could not attend due to family commitments and goaltender and former Conn Smythe trophy winner Robbie Mussin had hung up the goalie gear for good to pursue his true passion in nude modeling.
Beep had no choice but to find some cash, make some trades and find the necessary cap room to bring in some new talent from the gifted all-star lineup offered by the Windsor Tomcats. “I have a several ACES in my back pocket” stated Beep, “Relax George, I got this!” and then the other shoe dropped, world MVP Lovie and Defensive legend Labamba had no choice but not attend the tournament due to contractual commitments at the playboy mansion in Los Angeles, California. “I understand how binding a contract can be” Stated the teams spoke person. “We have no choice but to honor what has already been signed”
In the end scout Mark Hunter recommended we pay heavy for two standouts from the 2017/2018 season Chico and Tweetie. “I have been watching these guys and they have game” stated Hunter “You can bring any Tomcat in and you will improve your team 10 fold” In the end, after lengthy negotiations The Duffle Bag ended up trading 3 first round draft picks and 2 minor leaguers to fill the lineup for the tournament.
The two lines broke down as follows, Tonto – Beep – George and the next line consisted of Frederico – Eagle and Tweetie, backstopped by Chico.
Game one seen the old crew of the Duffle Bag coming out hard popping 12 goals and giving up only a few shots on net in turn. Eagle was overheard in the press box afterwards stating “We have 2 very different lines and it will be hard to stop both styles”
Game two and three came and went as the old crew and the new guard stared to find their groove. In the end it was the Eagle and George leading the way, showing as true stand outs. The crowed was overheard stating “How are these old guys so good?”
After round robin play the Duffle Bag finished first overall scored 26 goals for and giving up single digits. The Eagle and George was seen entertaining the female reporters section, signing autographs and taking numbers! “To be a legend” Stated the Dirty Danglers in adoration of the 2 senior members gathering all the glory. “One day, one day” stated the team who drove in from Toronto!
The playoff draw came in and we faced a known first round opponent made up of several former Junior B players and a full line-up of 24 to 28-year-old athletes. “We faced these guys in the finals 3 years ago” stated Tonto, “we have to play sound defensively or we will get eaten alive”
Enter the Tweetie, Frederico and Chico show! Simply put Mark Hunter was right, “They could not be stopped! The young guns scored 4 of the 5 goals to put TDB in the finals and simply put Chico would not get scored on! Chico stole the show to kept us in the game early on. “We would not be going to the finals if it wasn’t for these guys” stated the old guard of the Duffle Bag. “WOW, that is another gear” Stated Beeps Dad and biggest fan!
In the end The Duffle Bag takes the Championship in fitting fashion with George Oickle scoring the tournament winning goal and taking home the Tournaments MVP as nominated by the players! “I am so proud of my big brother! Stated Beep. He never cheats a play and is most deserving of the nomination from his peers. Ellery Sr jumped in the photo to capture the moment.
In the end the day was all about good times with good friends! Win or Lose!
Funny quote of the day has Eagle ending telling the tournament organizer “If we have to come back to defend the title I am coaching and not playing” “I am too old for this shit” “That’s my son right there” LOL
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By Dick Fitzwell
July 4, 2018
The Gordon’s Gin League was back in action on July 2, 2018. The boys played the very prestigious Willow Ridge Golf and Country Club in Blenheim, ON. It was a beautiful day for golf.
Fans welcomed Chrispy with a big ovation and the commissioner also signed Sheep Dog for the remainder of the season. Sheep Dog is now off for the summer. He teaches English in Saudi Arabia during the school year. “I love teaching in Saudi. If a kid is caught with a cell phone in class, they just cut his hands off. The Windsor/Essex School Board allows kids to have their cell phones at school”, said Sheep Dog.
Chevy who was scheduled to play withdrew because of an injury he sustained at his annual Canada Day BBQ held at his estate in Amherstburg. Sources say Chevy tweaked something while climbing a 50 foot flag pole with the Canadian flag. Sources describe it as an upper body injury. We wish Chevy a speedy recovery.
Scores for the day were Chrispy 67, Sea Lion 71, Sheep Dog 73, Stevo 75, Bunny 77, Bundura 78 and May Day 79.
“I couldn’t put two good shots together in a row”, said May Day. “I will be calling my coach, hitting the range and try and figure this out”.
The guys will either be at Sutton Creek or Belle View next week.
Announcements:
The annual Gordon’s Gin Tournament will be held on August 6, 2018. A Ryder Cup format will be used over 27 holes of golf. In other words 9 holes, two man scramble, 9 holes, alternate shot and 9 holes match play. Don’t miss out on this exciting day. Let May Day know by July 13th if you are interested in playing. Costing to be announced soon.
Congratulations
Our congratulations go out to Mr. and Mrs. Turk, whose son, Turk Jr. was married this past Saturday to his lovely bride Sheena. Several Tomcats were in attendance and the ceremony and reception were lovely.
And hey, whatever became of Miami?