This was a tough one. There were a lot of hard bodies running around the diamond this year, and after much deliberation we've been able to pick the top four and this year's winner.
4th Place--Justin Pugliese
Adhering to a strict diet of animal fries, Red Man chaw, and Riptide Rush, it's no wonder why this 97 pound McHenry native is probably the most cut athlete in the league. He has somehow managed to not change in any way physically since his twelfth birthday party. And for that, Justin, we say congrats on winning this award!
Bronze--Drew Gripentrog
The league leader in GTL-ing, Drew has always been naturally ripped. Unfortunately his remarkable physique doesn't convert into bat-speed or hand eye coordination (Drew: "I hit better than YOU!!"). He is so unfamiliar with the gym he calls it James! (Drew: You stole that from Shaquille O'Neal!) So bat another eyelash Drew, your looks have done it for you again. Congrats on winning this prestigious award.
Silver--Lawson Dees
This silver medal decision was all about exposure. In this case, Lawson's body's exposure to the sun, and to the hungry eyes of the fans in the stands. The Bronze medal may have been more appropriate for this brazilian complexioned outfielder, but second place is what he deserves. Well done, Lawson.
Gold--Eric Rife
Eric's the one in the khakis.
Eric is a combination of all of the best attributes of the three prior athletes mentioned. Probably the only player in the league except Poon who can bench press his batting average, and squat his OPS. Keep it up Eric, and congrats on taking home the gold!
Well written Bean Man. And my congratulations to all the winners... especially E Rife. That's quite a photo. Where does the line form to ride in the Rife Boat on the Fox River
ReplyDeleteWhat an honor this is to be recognized by my fellow teammates and opponents. There are so many people to thank. First and foremost i'd like to thank Tim and Cathy Rife for providing me with the genes to make the most of my 5'6'' frame. Secondly, I'd like to thank Cardinal fitness of Cary. Whether i have a good game or bad game i can leave the field knowing the bench press at the gym doesn't care about stats and will always be there to comfort me. Lastly, I'd like to thank Poon for instilling within me the work ethic and drive to continually better myself on and off the field. Poon and I on countless occasions have shared blood sweat and tears during our intense training sessions.
ReplyDeleteThank you TBB,
E. Rife