Goodnight You Princes of Sprytown, You Kings of Graves-Oakley

Well, Hammers, a 15-3 victory isn’t something we experience every week. Or even every season. Come to think of it, I can’t remember the last time we reached 15. But last night was one such magical occasion – buoyed by the beautiful weather, cross-field winds, a no-brainer defense (that we stuck to quite well!), and a well-natured group of newb opponents. Oh, and an admirable decision to not let up AT ALL. Perhaps it was the week of internalized residual Dodgeball mindgame frustration. Maybe it was the inspiration provided by my bright orange-pineapple shorts. Or maybe it was the infectious energy provided by a sprinting, diving, scoring Chippy. Maybe all three?

Regardless, Hammers Forever-President-In-Sprit D-Land would be so very proud.

There are too many highlights to recall here, but here are a few: Chippy’s aforementioned (enthusiastic yet unsuccessful) layout; Bender’s huge defensive shift, featuring double (triple?) rejections; Punter/Wheeler’s point, caught between her pinky fingers; Honey and Bunny (STILL MAKES ME LAUGH) and their relentless cutting, and always being open… I know I missed a whack of highlights – y’all were too awesome. Jeez, did everyone score? I think everyone scored. It was a large night, friends. I’m still kind of aroused smiling.

The Armview 90s R&B Playlist & Heaping Guacamole Nachos Player of the Game is a collective everyone who showed up. Hugs to all of you. Seeeee you next week.
-AA

PS: Cruddick, you should prolly check yourself for ticks.

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