Well that was a thing of beauty Hammers

Said former Hammer Captain D-Land from the sidelines of last night's IMPRESSIVE 11-10 win (former in that he is no longer captain - for the record he is still a member of said Hmmers and also very much alive as he showed last night when he took out not one, but two of the Dodgeball girls - more on that later).  Quite frankly I don't even know where to begin - there was just so many good things that happened last night.  Oh wait, I do know where to begin....

One thing is for certain - I should not be allowed to lead any cheer.  Like ever.  I mean it is an actual miracle that we won given my incompetence in the cheer circle.  It could have really deflated the team before we even began.  It was awkard. I was screaming STOP and no one was following. I forgot the importance of the "On three" statement.  I mean what the f*ck.  So I thank you all for last night's win and you making me feel better about my collosal failure.  To express my sincere thanks here are my personal messages:

Captain - thank you for turning to me in the cheer circle and telling me - forcefully I might add - that I must lead the cheer.  I blame you for my deflated self-confidence and the random teary episodes I have been suffering from all day.  I mean perhaps this is a learning moment and in a few years, after many dollars spent in therapy, I will thank you for teaching me this important lesson.  Probably not though.

Green - your dedication to being a circus clown in your sparetime is serving you well.  I mean that is the only explanation for that jump, catch between the legs, hop up disc catch in the end zone last night.  Which was a thing of beauty.  And sure to make the TSN Top Ten which apparently does show Ultimate highlights - when they are worthy.  I also award you the "WTF to no drinks after Ultimate" Player of the Game.

Tim - thank you for bringing back the beard.  I was confused by your clean shaven face.  Also, nice hands last night.  I attribute this to the beard.  And there were more than a few impressive diving grabs.

D-Jean/Dijon/any other hilarious D nickname inlcuding some basketball player named Dirk - thank you for running in at top speed to the end zone where Sauce and I stood looking/watching a disc that we may not have caught.  Not only did you catch said disc which resulted in a point (phewf) but also SCARED THE LIVING CRAP OUT OF US.  The other team was heard saying "did you see that guy try to take out two of his own girls."  Anyway, that one point was clearly the difference so we thank you for ensuring that disc did not drop and not putting physical safety in the way of a victory.

D-Land - speaking of physical safety...thank you for taking out two of the Dodgeball girls - one quite forcefully.  I mean those girls were SO difficult to deal with.  They were friendly, talked to us, played hard but were not agravating (other than the hairy girl who was not so much agravating but just weird).  They deserved that body check message.  Also, nice work being rewarded with spirit beer for such physical prowess.  This is why I like playing the Dodgeball team.  They get the true "spirit" of the game.

Coach - thank you for not knowing Honey Boo Boo's Father's name.  If you had known said name, your role and nickname may be in issue.  Fortunately your calming nature and commitment to the team and your role as Coach ensured another Hammers V.

Doc Sauce - thank you for letting us change your nickname from Sauce to Doc Sauce.  And for making me and Sally laugh a lot all game.  Like all game.

Bunny - I think last night it became clear that you are called Bunny not because it is funny (but wholly crap it is) but because you just keep going and going.  There was a lot of running by you last night.  A lot.  Fast running.  Very fast.  Good work.

Sharky - thank you for sitting down with Green in between his circus gigs and developing plays for the two of you.  The one you refered to as "3" last night was pure brilliance.  And impressive to watch.  You two are a force.  Good work.

Punter - have we decided your nickname is offensive?  I think (hope) we agreed on no.  Regardless, you were amazing last night.  I like the initiative to try some handling.  And there was a really, really nice point in there for you and Captain.  Woot.

Sally - you are the master of the flick.  Don't let anyone tell you backhand is the way to go.  It is not.  In many facets of life but mostly Ultimate. 

So there.  Long-winded, late entry.  You are welcome.

xo MK