ThunderCats vs. Assurant Allstars 3/25/10

We are back folks, and if this game is any indication of what is to come then we are in for a hot season! The Cats were the home team so we played the field first. We kept the self-proclaimed “Allstars” from scoring any runs. We got up to bat and things started out a little rough. They got 2 outs on us almost immediately, but things got better fast as the combination of walks and hits worked in our favor. I can’t remember the exact number, but we got a ton of runs that inning.

When we headed back out to the field we witnessed the coolest thing ever! One of the Allstars made the mistake of hitting a ball right to our true all-star Short Stop, Jonny. There were runners on 1st and 2nd. The ball was hit and the runners started to advance. Jonny caught the ball tagged 2nd before the runner could get back to his bag, and then Jonny made a perfect throw to Justin at 1st who was also able to tag his bag before the runner could get back safely. Yes people, you are reading that right. We are talking a triple play here! It was truly amazing. You should have been there because your eyes may never witness such an awesome site.

Jess was smokin’ at 2nd as usual. She made some great stops. We are so glad to have such a fearless girl on our team! Our outfield did well too (Brandon, Brindi, Billy, and Lacey), thought they didn’t get to see too much action this game. I do remember Brandon making one sweet catch in left field.

Ryan was our pitcher. This was his first time pitching for us and he did great! He even had one strike out, which is not easy to do in slow pitch softball. Ryan also assisted some good plays. Becky was our catcher. Though there weren’t too many opportunities for plays at home because the other team didn’t score too often, Becky did a great job encouraging Ryan to pitch well. I played 3rd. I made one catch, and was able to get the ball all the way back over to 1st when needed, though never in time for the out. At least I kept the runner at bay.

Billy is a phenomenal hitter. He is a switch hitter who can knock the crap out the ball when batting from the left, and can consistently hit all that passes him from his right. Pretty sweet huh? In fact, all of our guys are hitting well this season, hence our win 13 to 5 this week! I can’t wait for next week when we play the Birds of Doom. See you then!

 

Here are a few pics of some of our ThunderKittens:

 

ThunderCats 2010!

Softball season is here again people and the ThunderCats are back with a vengeance! We have some new players this season. Becky Facer, and Billy and Lacey Quale are the newcomers. Brandon Earick has subbed for us many times, but has become a full-time Cat this season. The rest of the team consists of Jessica Dollar, Jonny Wood, Ryan and Brindi Horsley, Justin Cersey and me, Kristina Cersey. We play Thursday nights at Bethesda Park. I’m looking forward to a great season with you all! ThunderCats HOOOOO!!!

Thundercats Race!!!!

So tonight we thought we were supposed to have a double header because our last 2 games got rained out. Well we failed to notice they switched our game from what they said would be today to next Tuesday. So our entire team showed up all ready to play and the fields were empty. We decided to have some fun anyway and do some racing.



In order from left to right Jessica, Kristina, Brindi, & Nicole. Nicole won the girls race with Kristina coming in 2nd, Jessica a close 3rd and Brindi right behind in 4th. We all knew that Nicole (pregnant) would win. She is lightning fast.

The next race was AWESOME...



In order from left to right Justin, Ryan, Jonny. This was a close race as you can see up until Justin takes a tumble, so so funny. Let me add that they were racing in their socks! Jonny takes a nice slide across the finish line. We were all laughing so hard. Brindi got so excited that she scared baby Drake!

Even though we didn't get to play the Thundercats still had a little fun.

ThunderCats vs. Green Machines 9/1/09

Victory, our sweet mistress that visits us less often than we would like came back to our wanton arms again last night. We can't complain about the infrequency of her visits because the little time we have with her is shear bliss, and last night Victory was as spectacular as ever.

It stared out cool and slow, but things heated up soon enough. We even threw a little mud in the mix to spice things up. Ok, I'm taking this analogy a little too far. Clearly Justin needs to assist me with the frustration I am experiencing today. Sorry guys.

Alright, lets get down and dirty, I mean lets get busy, I mean lets get crackin', WHIPS, SPANK ME! I'm out of control! Here are the details of the game, not my bedroom. Who knows, it could be a little bit of both.

We were in the grass first, catching balls. No, seriously Justin made some great catches in the first inning in Left field. Chris pitched his balls right into the sweet spot all night long and struck several people out. When we got up...to bat, Esther smacked it hard and got off, I mean on base no problem. That's it I'm done. I'll just give it to you straight.

Scott made great catches in Left, Jonny and Ryan had some great hits. Ryan did a nice leap frog jump over the 3rd baseman's head. Brandon played with us last night too and was a pleasure as usual. Jess was rockin' second and Carey was steaming up 3rd. Brindi made a nice toss in from Right in her new cleats I might add, and Nicole was all over catcher like whipped cream on...well you know. We had a great game and won it in the 6th 11 - 7.

On a more somber note, last night was our beloved Short Stop Jonny's last game. He will be moving to D.C. We will miss you Jonny. Come back and visit often.

Alright ThunderCats, see you in two weeks when we play the Hungry Hippos again! Now go get you some!

Kristina

Thundercats Vs. Hungry Hippos 8/25/09

Tonight's game was unlike any we have ever played. The Hippos were well matched opponents and we kept it close for 8 innings. The first 3 innings flew by quickly as each team virtually had 3 up and 3 down. Eventually the Hippos scored 2 runs, but we came right back and scored 2 also. They got ahead by 1 and then in the 7th inning we came back to tie at 3-3. We went into overtime and the Hippos were up first. They managed to score 1 run. In the bottom of the 8th we fought hard and almost came back with runners in scoring position on 2nd and 3rd, but our victory was stifled by the Hippos' lightening fast LC fielder who caught everything within 100 feet of him. Final score 3-4 Hippos.

Now, I don't think anyone should feel bad about our loss tonight because we played a great game. Sure we had a few errors, but they were overshadowed by some amazing plays. Justin didn't let anything remotely close to him hit the ground tonight. Brandon, who subbed for Jonny at SS made a ton of amazing plays. Chris was a freakin' champion as pitcher. He pitched all 8 innings and I don't think he let a single person walk. That is just amazing. Ryan hit an amazing triple just barely shy of the fence. Carey made at least 2 great catches at 3rd, and Jess, who is back by the way and we are so happy about it, had some good plays at 2nd. Andy is an awesome coach who is always encouraging and supportive whether on the field or off. We are all backing each other up really well and play well together. I am sad that we only have 3 games left. Hopefully we will end the season with 3 more W's!

Thundercats Vs. Stone Mountain Chrysler/Jeep 8/18/09

We all look so cheerful and hopeful before our game last night, oblivious to the solemn fate that lays ahead.


Well folks, we all knew it couldn't last. Now I will regretfully and mournfully report the events leading up to our utter destruction on the ball field last night. We started out hitting last night. We got one run in the first inning. All of us kind of expected the pitcher of the other team to walk us all like he did last time, but no such luck. A few of us even struck out while waiting for the ever-present balls of games past.

When we were out in the field things didn't go much better for us. I made continuous mistakes at 3rd and I am ready to forfeit my position to someone more worthy. Jonny, on the other hand made some great plays at 3rd, Left Center, Left, 2nd, and Short Stop which was his assigned position. Nothin' but love for ya Jonny. We appreciate your dedication to getting the out. Jonny also took out the catcher of the other team with his cleats. Way to go Jon!

Chris and Carey had a run-in between the pitcher's mound and 2nd when they both went for the same ball. Luckily no one was hurt and Chris made the catch. Justin made a good catch in left field and had a good play at first. Scott and Ryan also got some catches in the outfield. Stephanie made some good stops at 2nd and Chris was pitching as well as ever. He even struck several people out. Unfortunetley, for every good play there were at least two bad plays to counteract any progress we might have made in this game (at least 4 were my fault).

The final score ended up being 2 - 10. Better luck next time Cats. Here are some pictures for your viewing enjoyment. Thanks Jess for taking these pics, and thanks Patrick and Stephanie for subbing for us last night.













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ThunderCats vs. Green Machines 8/11/09

THREE IN A ROW BABY!!

THUNDERCATS ARE ON A ROLL! Tonight after an hour delay we finally got to play our game. We had some lightning delays in the game before us, so we didn't get to start till 9:30. We played team Green Machine. We won 19-8! I believe we were up 14-3 in the 3rd inning. We had some really great hits tonight. Congrats goes to Justin for 2 great hits, and Esther is still consistent in getting on base. Nicole made a great play from home and we had minimal errors. Everyone did a good job playing together as a team. Chris was awesome at pitcher once again. Thanks to Stephanie Beaty for filling in for Jessica this week. We missed Ryan and Brindi who were only able to play one inning before having to go home to Aden, since we were so late starting. We missed you guys. Here are a few pictures we took before the game. I tried to take some during the game but was told I couldn't use my flash so we ended up with only a few pics. Next week will be better for picture taking.



CAN I GET A THUNDERCATS HO!!!!!