Wednesday, August 5, 2009

Quick Hitters

Again, I apologize for not writing in a while. Patty and I will be happily married in about 65 hours and I'm really excited about seeing all 250 people coming to watch and celebrate with us(probably 80% on my list.) Should I survive Saturday's bonanza and Sunday's festivities, the two of us will be flying to Vancouver for a 5-day adventure in the Great Northwest. Upon returning, Patty will be feverishly working at her school and I'll be preparing for my sixth grade escapades, new head coaching obligations and possible pool managing duties.

I will be sure to check in more frequently this month once I get back into a routine. It's been pretty hectic with grad classes, moving, fighting the cable company and taking direct orders from my future bride. Please don't think the sports mobile above my head is not turning at 65 mph in the 45 mph zone. I leave you with these Quick Hitters that might just be in the way of me worrying about any rehearsal dinner or if I'm able to retrieve anyone from the airport:

1) My poor Buccos make me hurt with every loss. I'm on-board with the whole major rebuilding and I know that, should they ever win, it will be so much sweeter for me and my buddies because we never gave up on them (not only am I probably delusional about them winning, but I wouldn't be surprised if I'm the last fan remaining.)

2) This whole Roethlisberger mess saddens me. I really have yet to hear anyone in the media or the community preach what a great guy he is. Yes, I want my quarterback to do his job and make the team better and, yes, I think he's just as responsible for bringing us two Lombardi trophies as anyone. However, I don't want this type of person/character to be the face of the franchise. If he is found guilty, I won't feel sorry for him.

3) For those of you following this FINA swimsuit ruling, I think you'll find that most coaches are thrilled by this. Not that my opinion matters, but leveling the playing field is a good thing for the sport if it's going to grow based on performances and not who has the best sponsors or who's family has the most money. This season will be mighty challenging, though, for those coaches (psychologists) who have to explain to swimmers why they are 4 seconds off their best times when, as the coach once told them, their performances had nothing to do with the suit.

4) MLB-TV is the greatest channel in the world. Watch between 7PM and Midnight - you won't change the channel. AND, I have watched PTI three times since Friday - I can't tell you how much I miss watching Mr. Tony and Michael.

If I think of more stuff that's worth writing about, you will hear. Have a great week!