Posts Tagged ‘2009 season’
Guest Columnist: Adam “Legend Killer” Rubens
Friday, March 27th, 2009The following views do not necessarily represent those of the editors or of BTSH. They do, however, represent those of Adam “Legend Killer” Rubens.
It occurred to me that many of the story lines in club soccer are similar to those happening in BTSH. With that, I’ll now try to give each team in our league its club soccer counterpart:
Mathematics: Valencia – A solid core surrounds one incredible talent. When playing against Valencia, you know that David Villa is going to get the ball, and he’s probably going to do some amazing things whether you like it or not. The same can be said for Mathematics, with Andy Pratt playing the hero role.
Happy Little Elves: Wigan Athletic – After arriving in the league for the first time seemingly out of nowhere, both these upstarts are carving their place in the league and look to improve on their performance from last year. It’s unlikely that either will make a title run, but achieving a .500 record would give a lot of hope for the future.
Cobra Kai: West Ham United – Despite toiling away in the lower half of the table much of the time, they were able to sign an incredible goal scoring talent in Adriano Bratta, similar to how West Ham got Carlos Tevez…only to lose him at year’s end.
What The Puck: Manchester United – Despite having an all-star lineup that’s capable of dismantling any team out there, they saw fit to poach some of the top free agents in the league. This, of course, makes them an even better team, but also raises the ire of all whom they play against.
Week 1 Preview
Thursday, March 26th, 2009Rub A Dub Dub, Three Men In A Tub
GAME OF THE WEEK
Rehabs vs. Fresh Kills
Location: Tompkins West, 4:00 PM
All-Time Series: Tied 4-4
Game Notes: This Rubens Division contest pits the defending champions against one of the most loquacious teams in BTSH. Despite winning the BTSH title game last year, Fresh Kills was an average team throughout the regular season. However, this year, they open the season with a lot more confidence and are determined to prove last year’s playoff run was more than lighting in a bottle. Even after a disappointing finish to the 2008 season, the Rehabs also enter this game brimming with confidence. Rookie sensation Sean “$howJu” McClain gloated, “Boy, is it gonna be good to hand the defending champs their first loss of the season!” Will this statement motivate $howJu’s new team or will it simply serve as bulletin board fodder for the defending champs?
Keys To The Game:
1. Due to a previous commitment, Rehabs captain Meredith Danberg-Ficarelli will miss her team’s opening game. In her absence, assistant captains Gina Hackett and Kami Moore will run the show. It is speculated that Bryan “Stork” Welch will chime in as well.
2. Although he continues to garner less fanfare than some of the other BTSH goalies, Fresh Kills netminder Dave Gil de Rubio remains a key component of their defense. His reliability and consistency enable them to be a lot more aggressive on offense.
3. While he is always up for spirited and good-natured competition, Fresh Kills captain Kevin “The Planet” Foster does not care for the trash talking preceding this game, as he is really just a sensitive guy.
Eli’s Pick: Rehabs. This is the type of game they usually thrive on.
Derek’s Pick: Fresh Kills. I underestimated them throughout the entire 2008 playoffs, so I’m making it a point to pick them on opening day.
Season Preview: Fresh Kills
Wednesday, March 25th, 2009The Champ Is Here
Color: Light Blue
Year Founded: 2002
2008 Regular Season Finish: 8-8-0-1 (10th place)
2008 Playoff Result: Defeated Corlears Hookers in championship game
Division: Rubens
2009 Marketing Slogan: “Young at heart.”
Key Additions: Stephanie Feder, Mandy Lundstrom, Myrto Mylopoulos and Jessica Selman (All Free Agents)
Key Losses: Alicia Walker (pregnancy)
Season Preview: Unicorns
Tuesday, March 24th, 2009Rally Up!
Color: Yellow
Year Founded: 2001
2008 Regular Season Finish: 10-6-0-1 (9th place)
2008 Playoff Result: Lost to LBS, Inc. in quarterfinals
Division: Woodsworth
2009 Marketing Slogan: “Rally up!”
Key Additions: Susanna (Cobra Kai), Iannis (Free Agent), Victoria (Free Agent)
Key Losses: Allison B., Jill
Season Preview: Filthy Gorgeous
Tuesday, March 24th, 2009Oh, That’s Filthy!
Color: Navy Blue
Year Founded: 2006
2008 Regular Season Finish: 12-4-1 (4th place)
2008 Playoff Result: Lost to Corlears Hookers in semifinals
Division: Woodsworth
2009 Marketing Slogan: “Going from ashy to classy.”
Key Additions: Joe Essock (Free Agent), Lindsay Nevins (Free Agent)
Key Losses: Paul “Ashy Larry” Vernon
