Saturday, October 30, 2010
Happy Birthday to JT!!!
Thursday, October 28, 2010
B.I.A. Reveals New Logo and Jersey
After months of planning, Balls In Action finally revealed their new logo and jersey to the public on Thursday. The team's new logo is a complete overhaul from the original, dropping the lightning bolt and the red and white colors, and opting for a one color design. Also new this season will be the first time each player will have their own number on the back of their jersey. The jersey has shifted from a 100% cotton shirt to the Champion Double Dry Jersey, which is made up of a wicking material designed to keep each member of B.I.A. moisture free during game play. The jersey is accented by contrast stitching The team plans to wear their new jerseys for opening day on November 3 against Brews on First.
A very special thank you goes to Mona Beediahram of AMB Designs. Without her, these new B.I.A. jerseys would not be possible!
A very special thank you goes to Mona Beediahram of AMB Designs. Without her, these new B.I.A. jerseys would not be possible!
B.I.A. Begins Third Year With Tough Schedule
Balls In Action returns to kickball next week for the 2010 Winter season, which will also mark the team's third year anniversary. B.I.A., however, will have no time to celebrate as its schedule will include two defending champions from last season, with the remainder of the field making its debut season. The tension will be high when the team opens the season with a rematch of the final game of the 2010 Summer season between Brews on First (2010 Fall champions for Wednesday nights), a game where B.I.A. came out winners in a tight 3-1 game and clinching their share of a three way tie for the championship. Also on B.I.A.'s radar will be the Houston Taggers (2010 Fall champions for Tuesday night), a team where Scott and Jacob played for last season, and showed considerable signs of improvement. It's unclear if Shake & Bake is the same team from B.I.A.'s first season, and the rest of the schedule is all against teams that have not played before, which leaves a lot of discussion about the uncertainty of each team.
Here is the 2010 Winter schedule:
Here is the 2010 Winter schedule:
Wednesday, October 20, 2010
Scott Helps Deliver Championship to Houston Taggers
The Houston Taggers are the 2010 Fall champions, and Scott couldn't be more proud. Completing his 10-game loan with the Houston Taggers, Scott would hold off a comeback by Jersey Score to capture the championship with a 7-5 victory.
Tied at 2 after one, the Houston Taggers would go on a 5-run second inning. Jersey Score would come back in the fourth with two runs and anothe run in the fifth, but Scott's pitching and the teams solid defense would hold them off and clinch their third championship in team history.
"I was nervous on the mound towards the end. They were coming back slowly, but in the end, we had the bigger heart and we definitely wanted it more. Not only did we redeem ourselves from two weeks ago, we're also champions. No one can take that away from us."
Scott, along with Jacob. now returns to Balls In Action, where they will face off against Houston Taggers in the 2010 Winter season.
"They are a great group. I'm really going to miss playing with them. The next time we play against each other is going to be nothing short of being a great game."
Tied at 2 after one, the Houston Taggers would go on a 5-run second inning. Jersey Score would come back in the fourth with two runs and anothe run in the fifth, but Scott's pitching and the teams solid defense would hold them off and clinch their third championship in team history.
"I was nervous on the mound towards the end. They were coming back slowly, but in the end, we had the bigger heart and we definitely wanted it more. Not only did we redeem ourselves from two weeks ago, we're also champions. No one can take that away from us."
Scott, along with Jacob. now returns to Balls In Action, where they will face off against Houston Taggers in the 2010 Winter season.
"They are a great group. I'm really going to miss playing with them. The next time we play against each other is going to be nothing short of being a great game."
Friday, October 15, 2010
Scott & Jacob Continue Winning Ways on Loan
The kickball world was saddened when Balls In Action was left ouf of the 2010 Fall season. There was concern that the attention B.I.A. brought to the sport would decrease significantly while the league continued without them. Fortunately, one team took it upon themselves to acquire two of B.I.A.'s best.
Scott recalls the night history was made between two rival teams.
"I remember when I had to make the dreaded announcement to the entire team that we weren't playing for the fall season. Lots of disappointed faces...like telling your child that there isn't a Santa Claus. However, on the last night of games during the summer season, I approached Irma from the Houston Taggers and offered my services to the team for the fall season if they were interested. Irma had taken us out of a really serious forfeit situation when she subbed for us, so it was very nice of her to allow me to repay the favor by joining their team on temporary loan."
As Scott was announced as the new pitcher for Houston Taggers, the kickball world went crazy, but would be given another shock as B.I.A.'s Jacob would be added to the roster as well.
"We've made headlines before by being on loan to Fear My Spheres, but when the agreement was made to be on loan to Houston Taggers, there was something special in the newfound relationship."
As the 2010 Fall season started at TC Jester Park, the kickball world would witness a very dominating 4-0 first place start by Houston Taggers. Through 4 games, the team would score 52 runs and only allow 15. This was familiar territory for the "loaners".
"I was worried at first on how my pitching would affect the team. I was afraid that the crazy world of B.I.A. would not mesh well with the Houston Taggers. However, everything seemed to click well. The team's performance was the best I've seen ever and it was nice to be a part of it."
But like every kickball team, an inconsistent roster and emotions would plague the Taggers for a crucial Week 3 of games. They would suffer two devastating losses to Jersey Score and found themselves now tied for first with their opponent at 4-2.
"We were without key players, but my frustration got the best of me. I let it consume me and affect my ability to keep everyone's heads up during the game. We fought and clawed back as much as we could, but it ultimately comes down me failing everyone on the mound. Luckily, one of the Taggers, Marvette, was able to calm me down. I was losing it on the mound."
Last week, Houston Taggers would begin a new winning streak, with wins of 18-0 and 11-1, with Jacob kicking in top form, even scoring a homerun. Even Scott's knee, which is still healing from arthroscopic surgery, seemed to allow him to run the bases a bit faster. They find themselves in a position to claim the season championship outright with a vcitory over Jersey Score next week.
"The 18-0 game was ridiculous. Even B.I.A. hasn't scored that many runs in a single game. The style of our victories were a strong message to Jersey Score that it isn't over yet!"
Scott and Jacob may be leaving the team at the end of the season, but the Houston Taggers have left a valuable impression on them.
"They have reminded me how much fun this sport is. I've forgotten that. We're winning games with them and having fun at the same time. It's been a nice change of pace for me."
Scott recalls the night history was made between two rival teams.
"I remember when I had to make the dreaded announcement to the entire team that we weren't playing for the fall season. Lots of disappointed faces...like telling your child that there isn't a Santa Claus. However, on the last night of games during the summer season, I approached Irma from the Houston Taggers and offered my services to the team for the fall season if they were interested. Irma had taken us out of a really serious forfeit situation when she subbed for us, so it was very nice of her to allow me to repay the favor by joining their team on temporary loan."
As Scott was announced as the new pitcher for Houston Taggers, the kickball world went crazy, but would be given another shock as B.I.A.'s Jacob would be added to the roster as well.
"We've made headlines before by being on loan to Fear My Spheres, but when the agreement was made to be on loan to Houston Taggers, there was something special in the newfound relationship."
As the 2010 Fall season started at TC Jester Park, the kickball world would witness a very dominating 4-0 first place start by Houston Taggers. Through 4 games, the team would score 52 runs and only allow 15. This was familiar territory for the "loaners".
"I was worried at first on how my pitching would affect the team. I was afraid that the crazy world of B.I.A. would not mesh well with the Houston Taggers. However, everything seemed to click well. The team's performance was the best I've seen ever and it was nice to be a part of it."
But like every kickball team, an inconsistent roster and emotions would plague the Taggers for a crucial Week 3 of games. They would suffer two devastating losses to Jersey Score and found themselves now tied for first with their opponent at 4-2.
"We were without key players, but my frustration got the best of me. I let it consume me and affect my ability to keep everyone's heads up during the game. We fought and clawed back as much as we could, but it ultimately comes down me failing everyone on the mound. Luckily, one of the Taggers, Marvette, was able to calm me down. I was losing it on the mound."
Last week, Houston Taggers would begin a new winning streak, with wins of 18-0 and 11-1, with Jacob kicking in top form, even scoring a homerun. Even Scott's knee, which is still healing from arthroscopic surgery, seemed to allow him to run the bases a bit faster. They find themselves in a position to claim the season championship outright with a vcitory over Jersey Score next week.
"The 18-0 game was ridiculous. Even B.I.A. hasn't scored that many runs in a single game. The style of our victories were a strong message to Jersey Score that it isn't over yet!"
Scott and Jacob may be leaving the team at the end of the season, but the Houston Taggers have left a valuable impression on them.
"They have reminded me how much fun this sport is. I've forgotten that. We're winning games with them and having fun at the same time. It's been a nice change of pace for me."
Tuesday, October 12, 2010
Happy Birthday to Scott!!!
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