Posted by mike v on June 20, 2002 at 21:15:37:
In Reply to: We had a fantastic time posted by Richard Mehlin on June 20, 2002 at 14:01:14:
: Hi Mike,
: I wanted to write a short note to you for sometime but I have been so busy. A few weeks ago I was driving home from the beach recounting highlights of the weekend. There is a strangely pleasant feeling I get when I’ve exerted myself to my limits, throw in a fresh tan and some great games and I had to take a “time out” to say that was really fun.
: This winter I had to take a break from VB and recover from a knee injury. My hope continues to be that I work my way back to form during the beach season. After playing okay in one tournament I made plans to stay over and play both days on June 1st and 2nd. Yea, I was limping around and nervous about it but as predictions developed for a beautiful weekend I was getting really excited. I really miss it when I’m out of action.
: In the past I’ve played mostly in the AA and Open divisions. Working my way back I started in the A divisions this year. I have to tell you it was a blast. I met so many new people. Everyone was joking around giving people nicknames... it was a fun crowd to hang around with. Saturday I played with my brother and Sunday with my wife. “The Stork” and I made the playoffs but got eliminated by two of our friends. It wasn’t too disappointing when we later saw them go on to win the tournament with such happy smiles.
: On Sunday, every game and every team was just as fun. Amazingly with a 3-3 record we made the playoffs. We were tired and ready to go home but it was too nice out. In the playoffs we fell behind 11-3. I was shocked much later when the tying point and then the winning point touched sand! Amazing! Two matches later, an exhausted “Dupe” (that’s me) stood in and served the final point of the day.
: You don’t have too many weekends like that. We pooled our tokens got new shirts, hats and balls and began thinking how much fun it would be at the upcoming Toyota tour. Mike these tournaments have been a big part of my life over the years. I sincerely wish you well and really hope the JSVBA continues to prosper. Sure, we pay entry fees to your business, but I think thanks are well earned by you and your staff!
: Thanks again,
: Richard Mehlin
Thanks rich- I think that serve to which you refer was an ace on my line....sorry I thought there was a ball rolling on the court. :)