Proud Poppa Bo

Here is a picture of Poppa Bo with the youngest Foul BALL fan. 

Foul Balls turn worse as they get beat by Beer Drinkers Gone Bad

The Balls were heading into game 5 with a losing record of 1-3
As was the team that they would be facing this week. Beer Drinkers
Gone Bad. On paper it was a pretty good match up, actually in the BALLS favor.
According to the VEGAS odds the BALLS were favored to win 2:1
even though they were in a slump like no other in franchise history.
All they would need to do is keep the defense going as they had been
Just need to start hitting the ball harder and not directly at the
opposing teams glove like majority have done the past few weeks.
The BALLS were hoping with the return of Spinx into the lineup
that it would be just what the BALLS needed to get back on track.
With only the absence of Sheets who was still on vacation the balls
were in full effect taking to the dugout with 11 guys
and a pocketful of chocolate espresso biscotti.
The BALLS won the coin toss and took to the field first so they
could have the home field advantage and last licks if it came down to it.
THE BALLS got things done defensively in the first inning by only
giving up a single run to start off the game.
Heading into the bottom half the BALLS were feeling good and ready to attack
Skip was changing things up and put Bo in the lead off spot with the
hopes that his aggressiveness would get things started for the BALLS.
it appeared to be a great move by SKIP when BO ripped a single hard to the outfield
to get on base and get things going.
On back to back errors, both Clue and Breitenbach were able to get on base and
bring BO home to tie up the game at 1 a piece with only 1 out.
At his first plate appearance back from a 2 week vacation Spinx kept things rolling
with a ripped single followed by a walk from SKIP
Next up Mike Mo, who hit the ball hard but was well played by the defense to get an out.
Socal followed the play up with a ripped single down the left field line.
After all was said and done in the inning the BALLS were heading into the 2nd
with a lead of 4-1 which is something they have not had in awhile.
Looking to maintain the solid D the BALLS took to the field
The next inning was not what the BALLS were looking for at all
Beer Drinkers kept hitting the ball hard and right where there were no BALLS.
which is a recipe for disaster in D rec softball.
The opposing team was able to put up 8 runs on the frame bring their current total to 9
In the 2nd inning, with the exception of Bo with his 2nd single , the BALLS
were a quick up and down and left a goose egg for their 2nd inning.
So if you are keeping track at home after 2 innings the BALLS lost their lead
and were now down 9-4 heading into the 3rd inning of battle.
Beer Drinkers got things started off against the BALLS with a lead off triple
However, The BALLs bounced back quickly retiring the
next 3 batters consecutively only giving up 1 run for the inning heading into the bottom.
In the BALLS half of the 3rd Skip was able to reach base on a fielding error by the other team
with back to back hits from Beardo and Socal they were able to bring Skip in
but it would be all the BALLS could do offensively for the 3rd inning
So after 3 complete innings of play the BALLS were down 10-5
With the game still in reach the BALLS took the field for the 4th time of the night
Coming off a good 3rd the BALLS kept rolling making quick work of the Beer Drinkers in the 4th
with a quick 4 up and 3 down, giving up just a single in the inning.
In the bottom half Mueller got things started off with a ripped single up the middle
unfortunately the BALLS couldn't bring him home and were a quick 3 outs following the hit.
So after 4 the BALLS were still down 10-5
It looked like the BALLS D was going to keep rolling with 2 excellent fielding plays
for 2 quick outs. The following batter was the last of the line up and ripped a
2 out triple to get a rally going. The next batter was walked on some close pitches.
Followed up by a string of hits including a base clearing triple they were able to put up another 4
runs against the BALLS bringing the BEER Drinkers run total to 11 heading into the BALLS bottom half.
Seemed that the rough top of the inning was on the BALLS minds heading into their chance to do something
They were a quick 3 up and 3 down on some well hit balls to the outfield but unable to generate anything for the inning.
Heading into the 6th the BALLS knew that they needed some strong defense to stop the bleeding
Beer Drinkers were looking to put up some insurance runs before allowing the BALLS to get their chance,
they did just that by putting up another 4 runs by just hitting singles in areas of the field that were BALL less.
So heading into the bottom of the 6th inning the BALLS were well aware of the obstacle that laid ahead.
They have been able to put a grip of runs together, but this time they would need 13 just to tie the game
They were down 18-5 heading into their last opportunity to pull the game out.
BALLS were confident with Spinx leading things off, he came through with a ripped single
to get a base runner on with no outs and heavy hitter SKIP coming to the plate.
They were unable to make anything happen with back to back grounders well played by the infield 2 put 2 outs on the board.
With Socal stepping to the plate who was already 2 for 2 on the day they were feeling an extension to their 6th inning life.
However, he was unable to come through with a pop up to left field to end the game
So the BALLS lost the game 18-5 bringing their record to a not so impressive 1-4 heading into week 6


"I remember a heads up defensive play from Spinx at 3rd base, after fielding a well hit ball
instead of going to 1st with it, he got the runner at 3rd in a run down and along with 
the help of Mr. Davis were able to get the lead runner out and avoid another run on the board. Not bad for a guy who has been doing nothing but sipping on RumCreme in paradise the past 2 weeks."
Socal


 "Too many golf swings for a softball game"
Spinx



Come on down this Tuesday the 12th of June for the game under the lights @ 915pm on the usual Field #4
to see your beloved FOUL BALLS take on their only win of the season TEAM SCOTCH.

The BALLS in Paradise.

So for the celebration of our very own LeonSpinx tying the knot

with his long time girlfriend Carisma in beautiful South Florida. Some of

the BALLS were able to make the trip down and celebrate the big day with

the wonderful couple. Here are some pics from the weekend.

CONGRATS to the couple for it was a wonderful wedding and weekend !

The Happy Couple

Socal and Spinx in FL

Skip and a Foul Ball fan

The BALLS get WACKED by the GOODFELLAS

Heading into the 4th game of the season the BALLS had winning in mind.
After winning the season opener against Scotch and than losing the next 2 games
the BALLS were in need of a W to help get the wind behind their sails.
They would be heading into the game down 3 balls.
LeonSpinx is still in Jamaica on the honeymoon
Breitenbach had school to attend, and
Sheetser is off to Costa Rica for 2 weeks on what sounds like a fun filled vacation.
Even proud new Pappa Bo was going to be able to make the game.
so heading into the game the BALLS were 9 in total.
Scojo was able to get a buddy to step up and fill in to complete the 10 man roster.
So with a full squad the BALLS headed into the game with a losing record of 1-2
The Balls lost the coin toss and grabbed thier bats first as the visiting team.
Unable to string together some hits the balls we shutout in the first inning
In the bottom half the BALLS gave up 4 runs, not on bad fielding,
the other team was just hitting the ball well, and in the gaps.
in the 2nd inning the BALLS looked much better putting up 4 runs
with hits strung together by Mueller, Blake, Sebass, Ben and Clue
to bring the game to a tie score of 4-4 heading into the bottom half
when the balls took the field it was a quick 3 up and 3 down for the goodfellas
keeping the game tied at 4 a piece heading into the 3rd.
Beardo got things started off in the 3rd with a lead off walk single
Socal moved him over with a terrible dribbler to the SS.
Than the BALLS turned it on with consecutive singles from
Mueller, Blake, Sebass and Ben and a sacrafice from Clue
followed up by a ripped shot from Bo to put the BALLS up 8-4.
The BALLS let the lead slip away fast by giving up another 5 runs in the 3rd.
heading into the 4th and down a run (9-8) the BALLS were looking to get things going
however, it was quite the opposite. Not able to get anything going the BALLS
were a quick up and down putting up no hits in the inning.
After letting another 2 runs slip through the BALLS were in need of some firepower
heading into the 5th inning down 11-8.
With 2 quick outs put up next to the plate was Clue.
who ripped a triple down the LF line to get things going
followed up immediatley by a smashed single from Bo to bring Clue home.
unfortunately that would be all the BALLS could do for the inning.
The bottom half of the 5th the BALLS would give up another 4 runs
bringing the score to 15-9 through 5 complete innings.
In the 6th the BALLS would start getting things going with
a single rip from Scojo, unfortunately after that the BALLS were 3 up and 3 down.
In the bottom of the 6th the BALLS stepped up their defense and allowed NO HITS
This would round up the 6th inning and head into the 7th where it would be the
BALLS last chance to pull out a come from behind victory
However, much like the rest of the game they just couldnt get the bats on the ball
Excluding a single from Ben the Balls would go down in order and finish the game
with another ugly L. Bringing their current summer record to 1-3.

Come on out this week and cheer on your BALLS as they take on
Beer Drinkers Gone Bad @715pm on Tuesday June the 5th on the usual Field 4.

Getting To Know Your Balls (Clue)

Clue
Currently plays SS for The FOUL BALLS

A. Birth info - date and place

Born July 25th 1983 in Denver, Colorado

B. Marriage info. - date and place

Married to Jill May 29th 2010 in Omaha, Nebraska

C. High school - date and place.

Graduated in June 2002 from Monarch High School in Louisville, CO

D. Post secondary work and degrees

Graduated in December 2006 from the University of Colorado in Boulder,CO with degree in Operations Management and International Business. 6 time intramural basketball champion

E. Chronology of career to this point in time including highlights if
you wish.

Jan 2010 -- Selected with the #4 Pick in the Westminster D-League Draft by The Foul Balls. Signed a 3 year $3 deal with owner Larry Mattos

May 2006-Sept 2007 General Manager of Deli Zone in Greeley,CO

Sept 2007 -- May 2010 Collections Specialist at Key Equipment Finance in Westminster, CO

May 2010-present Credit Analyst at Key Equipment Finance in Superior,CO

F. Community involvement, advisory boards, and volunteer activities.

Coach of Lakewood Lynx (Special Olympics Golf) 2009-present

G. Hobbies and recreational activities.

Golf, softball, snowboarding, traveling, my favorite sports teams (Buffaloes, Broncos, and Nuggets), my dogs Louie and Layla

H. Favorite vacations.

Ireland, Belize, Las Vegas, and New Orleans!

I. Discussion of your strengths and accomplishments in work and life.

My major accomplishments in life are growing up in a great family and having a lot of lifelong friends that might as well be family. Im proud of my focus on education while I was a student. I met the woman of my dreams while living in Mexico and married her (and now have another great family) Buying a home first home with Jill. Expecting our child, a little boy in July 2012.

J. Your aspirations for yourself, your family, and community in the future.


Personal goals -- Advance my professional career so I can provide a comfortable life for my family. Shoot in the 70’s. Watch the Buffs beat the Huskers in the Rose Bowl.

Family goals -- Continue to be a part of a very special family. Give my children everything I had and more.

The Big Dawgs eat BALLS ! !

The Foul Balls played against a new team The Big Dawgs. The Balls were feeling in need of a bounce back W after losing to Buster H. in week #2. The Balls were 1-1 heading into the match and the Big Dawgs were at a perfect record of 2-0. LeonSpinx would be missing the game due to travel. He is in Paradise for 2 weeks getting married to Foul Ball Fan Carisma. Skip and Socal would be making the trip out there the following day to be there for the joyous celebration. For obvious reasons  they would be down Bo as well due to the birth of his beautiful baby boy Chase as discussed last week. Scojo was a game time decision still suffering from his shoulder issue from the previous 2 weeks. Down 2 other BALLS Scojo stepped up and decided to play the game. From the start the BALLS had a hard time getting the bat on the ball. In addition they gave up 6 runs in the 1st inning. Down 6 runs heading into the 2nd inning was a little deflating for the BALLS but they were still optimistic that it was still striking distance. However, it didn't bounce back as they planned. Giving up more runs and not being able to get the ball to drop in is just a mixture for complete failure. The BALLS were only able to get 1 run in during the entire 5 inning game. It was on a Fielders Choice on a ball hit by CLUE. The final score ended up being an ugly 14-1 lose for the BALLS.

Come on out this Tuesday the 29th to see the BALLS take on Goodfellas at 715pm on Field 4.

Newest Edition to the FOUL BALL family !!

Let's all give a warm welcome to the newest edition to the FOUL BALLS family. 

Baby Bo

BABY BO ! Congrats to Erin and Ryan the new parents. Chase was brought into this crazy world on Thursday night and the family is doing great. I am under the impression that Ryan has already purchased Chase his first baseball glove so that he can start training to be on the Foul Balls in a few years. Best wishes to the family and hope to see you all out there cheering on the BALLS again soon.