brewerjamie15

If it's ok by all of you, I'd like to have the official practices at Brian's location. I think it's a good idea because more and more teams will be looking for fields around the immediate MKE area around mid April for practices. The only thing I'd ask as far as uniforms go is that players wear their jerseys for games. I think we'll find that the league will be full of sweatpants, shorts, baseball pants, etc. I'd personally like to do it on the cheap, so I'm not running out to get a new glove, pants, hat, magic batting glove, the clear, and socks that make me run fast. I urge you to think about softball cleats though. I'd hate to see one of us go down to ankle injury from slipping on moist grass or something. I'm sure you can get a cheap pair somewhere for around $30-40. Like I said though, there's no mandatory uniform except the shirt. I'd appreciate if if we could all wear a brewers baseball cap, but again, no mandate. I'm not sure if I can make an informal practice this Saturday; the wife seems to have my day spoken for. Brian- could you give us the location of the field you are referring to? I'll copy the information and re-post just before the first practice. Thanks everyone. I'm pumped up for the season as well. I need to get in shape; I kinda gained about 15 pounds this winter. Perhaps that makes me a power hitter? EDIT: For those of you wanting to play certain positions, please not I'm pretty much letting guys play where ever they want. Keep in mind though, I have to fill all positions and we will be rotating bench/field. All players will hit but you may need to ride the pine for a few innings and rotate in.

Ok boom. Just got my 3,000th post out of the way. The pressure was intense, the media scrutinizing, and the build up was great. Now it's over and just time to move on. Perhaps the HOF will be knocking. It's the magic #3,000 ya know. lol at least it happened in a game thread.....

Llllleeets get some runs!

I just had a manager's meeting and I've got a few things to relay to you all. First off, let me stress one thing. If you are currently on the Milwaukee Public Recreation Dept. "Suspended List" let me know privately. Next, when you are on the field you are to conduct yourself accordingly. If you have a problem with a call, or another player, you let -ME- know, NOT the entire field, NOT the umpires, but ME. If a player is ejected from a game or suspended, so is the manager and I am not letting someone get me in trouble. If you get kicked out of a game or suspended from softball, you will be suspended from this site as well. Sorry to be so strict, but if I get busted for someone's behavior, I won't be happy. On to better things: Our league has been filled which is good, because we now have our schedules. We are in a 6 team league the other 5 being: Bay Street Pub Landmark 1850 Inn White House Club Carnival Anna's First practice will be on Saturday, April 15th at 2 pm. I don't know where just yet, I need suggestions where we can practice for free. Practices will mostly consist of hitting and fielding. You can condition on your own. We iwll practice each Saturday at 2 pm after that up untill the week of games. I'm hoping that practices go 1 1/2 hours with a brief scrimmage game at each practice. At the first practice I'll need everybody to pay up for their fees. Fees include: Ball Fee: 20 balls @ $6.00 (10 game balls, 14 for practice) $122.00 League fee = $155.00 Player fees= $ 12.00 per player (non MKE resident $24.00) ---------------------------------------------------------- $277/19= $14.50 + 12.00 per player = 26.50 per player (MKE resident) add $12 for non-MKE folks= $38.50 Inclement Weather: Managers only are to call the field to see if games are playable or not. I will make the call at 4 pm and post the information here on the site, no phone calls to players; posting is much easier for me. Information on softball IE rain outs, rules, weekly standings, etc can be found at www.milwaukeereaction.net I decided that practicing with the same ball we use in games is the best bet, thus the extra case of balls (see above) If you have a problem or concern with that, let me know. We will be using an Optic Yellow Ball. We have to use this ball, it's what was adapted by the league. If you are currently on the roster and won't be able to play, let me know please so I can adjust accordingly. If you will be unable to attend a game or practice, please let me know. I'd request that you INBOX ME THAT INFO so I don't need to keep checking this thread hoping nobody will be a no show. I'd like to supply bottled water for each game. I am asking for volunteers to bring cooled water for games. Perhaps 1 person per game? I'll volunteer as well. Player Cards Players are required to fill out a registration card at the first practice. At the first practice, I'll go over all the rules and stuff while we hang out after the practice. Questions? Comments? Let 'em rip! See you on Saturday April 15th. Let's get some suggestions as to where we may practice for free and then vote on it. For those of you not on the team that may want to come watch we will be recapping each game and announcing the second one each week. I need people to bring bats, I have none at all. Bats can not be altered in any way other than two layers of tap on the handle only. no other alterations allowed to knob of bat, etc. Bat will be ejected from game, player suspension/ejection may be handed out as well. a banned bat list is available at www.asasoftball.com. What constitutes a banned bat? I have no clue, just don't buy or use one. I am going to lookinto the bats asap, I'm sure that reliable sporting good stores will have a list of banned bats. I think you can look for as ASA certified elblem on the bat. Roster: Brewerjamie15 #15 Back: JAMIE Iron Chef Napalm #00 WOAH SOLVDD razzzorsharp #24 Back: NJS III Brewer Fever #23 Back: FEVER valpocrewsader #13 Back: MATT Ajay #2 Back: AJAY Dougjones43 #40 Back: JORDAN Colbyjack #9 Brian the Automator #28 BACK: AUTOMATOR Houlie24X #8 Back: HOULE Bball123h #31 Back: KENNY Recte44 #44 Back: RECTE Robin19 #14 Back: B KEN Nullbyte #34 Back:RUSSELL Steve11 #11 Back: CRASH Jimbo #99 Back: JIMBO Ajohnson104 #20 Back: AL radman12484 #54 Back: RADDATZ Roster:18 players

got it today, thanks.

Our first ever "Away Game Meeting" is coming up on April 14th game time is 6:05 CST. Milwaukee will be in New York taking on the Mets. Paul Long, of Long Wong's is giving us a private area to watch the game. Let's show him how to do a game Bf.net style and show up in large numbers. Bring your spouse, your friends, bring your neighbors. Bring folks by the numbers because the more folks we bring in, the better off we are. Paul has graciously offered up some prizes including some tickets to a game, and I'll be giving away a BF.Net shirt. (prizes are for bf.netters, so if your friends are not signed up, get them to so they are eligible) We -really- need to show up in force for this first game, so C'mon! watch the game, eat, drink, watch a Brewers game, and talk ball with fellow fans!

Weeks has shown me that the guy is going to be great offensively; he hits the ball hard like last year, but I forgot how fast that man is. Unfortunately, he also showed me that he has no D.

lol AJ. That was pretty good. King giving up the two run shot. 8-6 bad guys....

Nice to see Ray King again. I like that guy. SB for Hall on a 2-2 pitch and nobody out.

Francis really did settle down. Looking a ton better and giving up nothing in his last few innings. Anyone know about this guy?

JJ looking nice on that grounder to short. Weeks really looks like he has no idea what that glove thingy is for

NIce stab by Francis thanks for the name (dauer) toby- you helped get it outta my head

I think Overbay's defense was overrated. (weeks just scored, he has some wheels) Last year, O was just below average in most defensive catagories. I'm thinking that we'll have to see the positioning of all of our guys which may be slightly different than last year's positioning. I forget the name of our bench coach last year... tip of my tongue... aaaaaughhhh

Chat Room is way too empty folks. Let's talk some ball.

An awfully small crowd tonight.

There's a Spring Training SB if I've ever saw one... stupid move by Clark

Francis off to a rough start....

Tonight's Brewers game is not only being broadcast on 620 WTMJ, it will also be on TV FSN game time is 7:05 CST. Milwaukee sends out my Spring Favorite Jared Fernadez the knuckleballer. Fernandez won't be a starter during the regular season, he'll most likely be a long relief guy out of the bullpen. Fernandez= 0-0 with an ERA right at 3.00 over 6 appearances (1 start). Over his 15 Innings Pitched, he has surrendered 14 hits and 5 earnies. Fernandez has given up 3 free passes and K'd 5. Colorado counters with left hander Jeff Francis Francis= 0-1 with an ERA of just over 7 in 4 games (3 starts) Francis has thrown 14 innings giving up 19 hits and 11 earned runs Francis has walked 4 and faned 5.

takes care of the lead. 3-3 that darned Justin Leoni!

so what spots are left to fill? I know Gross is #4 OF which I like, and I'm pulling for Jeret Fernandez. Anyone out the thre with me on him?

Look out. SD just brought in EY.

Bush continuing to impresse the buh-jeezus out of me. Bronson who???

I can't stand strikeouts, they give you virtually nothing. The only real situation I'd "not mind" a K is an at bat with like 10 or more pitches. I'm always of the opinion that a BIP is best. None the less, it's always interesting to see people bring up situations they want to disect.

Attention Softball Players and all interested in purchasing a Jersey. I recently stated that I encountered a problem with a jersey order. I've received the proper jerseys now, and have been by Cafe Press there should be no more problems. Feel free to order your shirts at this time. I have a manager's meeting next week, so I'll post an update at that time. We will also start practices in April. I'd like to have 2-3 before our first game. Thanks- Jamie

razzor- Where were you looking at this information? We have not had the meeting yet that even tells us our schedule. We are to play on Thursdays. I'll have more information right after the meeting. League MS-385 Sijan #2 Thursday nights. Games begin week of May 8. Not necessarily ON May 8th, but the week of. It appears to me that our first game is on May 11th. Jamie