BLUF:
We're adding another week to the season, season's last night/pizza party will now be Sunday, Nov 24.
Last week's points will count
Next week we start our playoffs
Well, if you were one of the 29 people who bowled last week, you were there for the tech problems, and we got no practice. I know that for some of you, it was not a problem and for others, it was, uh, distressing. When I went to pay for the night's games, I asked for a discount. Instead they didn't charge us for last Sunday and we're going to tack an extra week on to the season.
Therefore, tonight is NOT a playoff night, you have one more week to scramble for one of the top 8 team slots for our playoffs, which I promise will actually happen next week.
Our playoffs will be 3 weeks, we'll take the top 8 teams and play a single elimination tournament for our classy trophies. We live in NC, college hoops capital of the world, if you don't know how a bracket style tournament works, I can't help you, but you can google it.
If you're curious how your team did last week but don't want to install any more apps on your phone (the League Pals app specifically), you can use the League Pals website (www.leaguepals.com) to look at your league, scores, leaderboards and schedules.
Also, quick reminder, if you're going to miss tonight, or any night, really, please make sure you let either your teammates or me know. And if you pre-bowled, send me your scores.
Key things to remember (will be included in every update):
Show up on time. We start competitive play at 6:30 pm. If you're late, but still arrive during game 1, we can “play you in” but please don't make a habit of it.
Every league bowler will have 2 free practice games per week. These games can be played Monday through Saturday until 6pm or any time on Sundays. Check in at the desk and let them know that you are here for practice games, not pre-bowling. You should NOT be given a score card for practice games.
If you are going to miss a week, you can pre-bowl prior to Sunday night's start. If you pre-bowl, please let me know!! Technically you can pre-bowl any time the bowling alley is open, based on lane availability. Make sure you let the staff at AMF know that you are PREBOWLING (not practicing) so that they have you sign in and give you a score card. I recommend calling ahead to assure lane availability. Take a picture of the completed score card and send it to me. Make sure the score card has your name, your league & team name and the date you are pre-bowling for.
Being a league bowler means you get a discount on snacks and soft drinks. Make sure to tell them when you order, they'll check your status using your phone number (it sometimes takes a while to get everyone in there early in the season, so if it doesn't work this week, never fear, it'll get set).
Bowling etiquette (yes you should read this part at least once):
Be ready to bowl when it's your turn. No, seriously, don't be delaying play because you're messing around somewhere else. Being in line at the bar is one thing, but consistently having to be told it's your turn is annoying. Be considerate and ready when it's your turn.
Be aware of other bowlers: if 2 bowlers make the approach side by side, the bowler on your right has the right of way. LOOK AROUND. Make sure that when it's your turn, you're not bowling at the same time as the bowlers in the lanes next to you.
Once your turn is done, finish up and get out of the way. Again, we're trying to keep things moving, so once your roll is complete, do your happy dance and let the next bowler approach.
Wear bowling shoes. This should go without saying, but street shoes can damage the approach and lead to falls. Shoes are NOT included in the price of your season, so make sure to rent your shoes when you arrive if you need to.
Keep an eye on food and drink: don't spill near the approach, wet shoes cause falls (trust me on this one). If you're a sloppy eater, then eat at the table behind the benches on the lanes.
Don't be a jerk. No, seriously. We're all here to have fun. Don't be a jerk.
That's it! Have fun tonight! If you have questions, reply to this email.
-k-
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Keely Godwin
Manager, cruise director and all-around bowling buddy
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