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SALMON SMOKEOUT
WTB - Hoover, AL
June 9, 2007

The 1st Annual Salmon SmokeOut at the (soon to be world famous) WTB in Hoover, Alabama, was a definite hit, despite a group full of rookie ballers looking to achieve a World Ranking, 95+ degree temperature and only 1 court! The champion was Dilbert, the one-name enigma, who hails from the booming metropolis of Decatur, Alabama. Note to all...never challenge a hillbilly to yard games.

The games began slowly as the newcomers struggled to get their form, to pinch or not to pinch, and understand all the rules of the game. Luckily, the tournament manager has been schooled several times by the Commish and was able to sort out all questions. We played the first round games to 15, and then converted to 11-point games for the "second chance" bracket to ensure enough daylight for the Finals.

In a surprising moment, unconventional tosser (2-ball cup) Matt Rohling almost achieved a 12-Monkey to win a 2nd-round match. Unfortunately, his attempt pulled off a 3-pointer, resulting in a 6-point throw and keeping his opponent, Gidge Black, in contention, down 6-0. She roared back, pulling to 9-8 before Matt finally put her away. We also saw the eventual Champion Dilbert successfully toss a 1-pointer between the legs en route to beating Scott Salmon 16-14.

We intend to host the event next year, incorporating more courts, more people, more food and more drinks! Hallelujah Hollaback!!