WEEK 4 - RE-CAP

One of the biggest criticisms submitted to IJK is that updates aren't produced in a timely manner. Which is actually a very fair criticism. Contrary to the opinion of an anonymous comment poster, I actually do have a life and don't spend every waking moment thinking about kickball. Updates get posted whenever free time allows it, which is not often. Folks have been asking if the blog is open for guest bloggers and  the answer is, absolutely. Anyone wanting more info and submitting blogs can email itsjustkickball@gmail.com. It will probably help to get new material posted sooner. Now on to the Week #4 Re-Cap

The Scoregasms came up with a surprising win against The New Kicks on the Block. We haven't heard much on the Scoregasms this season, but they are an experienced team with a moderate amount of skilled players. Usually a playoff team, but never really considered a championship contender. However in Week 4 play, they showed some real skill picking up a late win against a strong and scrappy New Kicks. The Scoregams were trailing 2-0 most of the game until they exploded during the top of 4th to lead the game 3-2. Although they quickly fell back to a 3-3 tie during the bottom of the 4th, but that is not how this game would end as the Scoregasms were able to put up one more run that the New Kicks could not answer. The final score was the Scoregasms winning 4-3.

The Longstrokes v.s I'd Hit It match-up should have been a telling one. Too bad the LIGHTS went out AGAIN, and ruined what could have been an awesome ending. The game ended in a 1-1 tie with one inning left to play. Heartbreaking for both teams Im sure or maybe a little bit of a relief. Both teams are under pressure to do well.

I'd Hit It has progressively gotten better with each passing season. However after playing two middle of the road teams this season they have been unimpressive. They should have beaten both the Party Pandas and the Longstrokes. Even though the lights went out, they should have had a decent lead during the Longstrokes game. If I'd Hit It continues to compete at this average level, they will undoubtedly have a short playoff run.

The Longstrokes, on the other hand, are growing leaps and bounds. The coaching staff may not be too enthused by the teams' growth, but Kickball Nation recognizes the skill and are starting to take notice. They just cant let it get to their heads.

Another notable item was the absolute thrashing of Das Boot by 3-time champs Kickin' N' Screamin'. It is no exaggeration to say that no team can match up to KNS at this point. They are playing on a ridiculously high level. They currently have a 4-0 record, which will probably be 8-0 by the end of the regular season. They have scored 32 runs against some quality opponents and have only allowed 2 runs. It is going to take alot of grit and determination to de-throne this high caliber team.

Das Boot was supposed to be the next great hope. They had assembled the right amount of talent but have yet to put it to good use. They are quickly declaring themselves as a "drinking team", which is a way to camouflage the fact that they may lose more games than they win. I know this team is full of competitive folks, but I have yet to see any signs of fire or life for that matter.

In Lone Star Land, the Kickballaz are on top. Kickball Nation is still waiting for this rookie team to play one of the more experienced Lone Star teams so we can really see what this team has under their belts. Until then, the 4-0 record on the standings page is looking mighty fine, even though their isn't much behind it.

In other Lone Star news, Los Totally Awesomes, 2 Legit, and Suck My Kick are slowly climbing back to the top of the leader board. I'm keeping an especially close eye on these 3 teams, because they should be the contenders to compete in the King of Kickball post-season. They will be accompanied by one more team - probably the Kickballaz but the season is still young.

That's all for now... Good Luck and Happy Kicking!