For Women Only

Maureen McErlin · Post by **Maureen McErlin** » Mon Feb 11, 2008 6:26 pm

yeah, i think i'm in for one long, one short.

if it's snowing or nasty, then maybe shorties only

Marielle Mallar · Post by **Marielle Mallar** » Tue Feb 12, 2008 8:52 am

personally i would vote for long/long but I'm game for anything.
Holes 1 and 14 are more exciting holes from the top!!! We can do it!

I know 1, 14, and 16 have short tees - what are the other one(s)?
Aren't the ponds/lake frozen right now - so we wouldn't lose any discs?

Marielle

Andy Gallerani · Post by **Andy Gallerani** » Tue Feb 12, 2008 9:09 am

Marielle wrote:personally i would vote for long/long but I'm game for anything.
Holes 1 and 14 are more exciting holes from the top!!! We can do it!

I know 1, 14, and 16 have short tees - what are the other one(s)?
Aren't the ponds/lake frozen right now - so we wouldn't lose any discs?

Marielle

The holes with Pro Tees are 1,14,16, and 18 in the regualar 18, then hole 19 has one out back. The big pond is somewhat frozen but does not appear safe. The pond by 14 should be all set, depending on the weather we get this week.

Becky Sonnheim · Post by **Becky Sonnheim** » Tue Feb 12, 2008 10:32 am

Thank you Andrew for the tees at Buff. I hope you and JZ win. Seeing as he was my partner for NEFA doubles.

As far as tees for the ladies. I do not care. I am ok with whatever. I have honestly never played the short tees. They have always offered them to me, but I refused b/c I wanted to play the tees the boys played.

Leslie Charles · Post by **Leslie Charles** » Tue Feb 12, 2008 10:35 am

okay, I changed my mind.

long/long

Christie Reynolds · Post by **Christie Reynolds** » Tue Feb 12, 2008 10:39 am

becky33754 wrote:

As far as tees for the ladies. I do not care. I am ok with whatever. I have honestly never played the short tees. They have always offered them to me, but I refused b/c I wanted to play the tees the boys played.

im the same way, i like playing with the big boys, I never play from the womans/short tees unless there is water that I know I cant make it over, then i'll play from the womans tee just on that hole.

So yea im with majority vote. Long/Long.....

Heather Eng · Post by **Heather Eng** » Tue Feb 12, 2008 10:49 am

Disc Cat wrote:
becky33754 wrote:

As far as tees for the ladies. I do not care. I am ok with whatever. I have honestly never played the short tees. They have always offered them to me, but I refused b/c I wanted to play the tees the boys played.

im the same way, i like playing with the big boys, I never play from the womans/short tees unless there is water that I know I cant make it over, then i'll play from the womans tee just on that hole.

So yea im with majority vote. Long/Long.....

ha... busted. i don't throw far so i always take my short tee handicap. i don't compare my game to the guys' games so i never cared where the boys threw from

is there a Streeter representative in the house? or a Hulme/Heenan representative? i'll go with the majority decision.

Erica Lynn · Post by **Erica Lynn** » Tue Feb 12, 2008 10:52 am

I played Buff Saturday, the water was partially frozen and not safe to walk on, but who knows what the next few days of lovely New England weather will bring

I have never played from the long tees over the water - I am new to the sport and find the water intimidating. . .

Maureen McErlin · Post by **Maureen McErlin** » Tue Feb 12, 2008 11:25 am

long/long

i'll be the queen of lay-ups by the end of the day!

Becky Sonnheim · Post by **Becky Sonnheim** » Tue Feb 12, 2008 11:30 am

As long as the weather holds I am down for long/long. If weather is ok, long/short.

Do we have our outdoor gear ready? I was going to wear thermals, a pari of North Face polyester pants and then a pair of all weather pants. would this work out for my bottom half? I'm sure the wind might be a factor at Buff. I haven't played there since the summer.

Matt DeAngelis · Post by **Matt DeAngelis** » Tue Feb 12, 2008 11:36 am

I would suggest yak tracks. This storm is looking to drop a few inches of snow on the course, followed by rain/freezing rain. The rest of the week will be below freezing for the most part, including saturday, which means ICE.

Becky Sonnheim · Post by **Becky Sonnheim** » Tue Feb 12, 2008 11:36 am

Just posted something on Buff dubs board about what we were talking about. Please post there as well so Dave can consider this request.

Thanks!

Bitches rule and are going to rule this Saturday!!!!!!

Leslie Charles · Post by **Leslie Charles** » Tue Feb 12, 2008 12:03 pm

this question might be obvious, but I guess if we're throwing from long (which I hope!), it might come into play: If I throw, it hits the water, which is now ice, and skids across to ground, is that considered ob?

Erica, I know you might be intimidated, but just think, if you're gonna do it, nows the time 'cause of the ice on top of the ponds. Better now then in the summer when your disc will sink to the bottom of the ponds. AND I've seen both you and Nicole play--you can do it, I know it

(especially with that yoga-type back swing!)

Maureen McErlin · Post by **Maureen McErlin** » Tue Feb 12, 2008 12:11 pm

if the disc comes to rest on land, then it's in bounds, no matter where it travelled in between

hmmm... need to work on my ice/water skip shots

Christie Reynolds · Post by **Christie Reynolds** » Tue Feb 12, 2008 12:25 pm

maureen wrote:hmmm... need to work on my ice/water skip shots

Knowing my luck my disc would find the only opening in the ice and sink to the bottom.. :scratch:

Erica Lynn · Post by **Erica Lynn** » Tue Feb 12, 2008 12:29 pm

I have already lost 2 discs to that damn pond . . . from the short tee (stop laughing)

Saturday's strategy - lay-up - no matter what tee we play from - lay-up

Leslie Charles · Post by **Leslie Charles** » Tue Feb 12, 2008 12:39 pm

oh, I'm definitely not laughing--I came inches away from losing a disc on hole 1 short tee. My mantra is going to be "ice is my friend"

Becky Sonnheim · Post by **Becky Sonnheim** » Tue Feb 12, 2008 1:36 pm

The skip/slide shot on ice is always fun. You must remember to factor in an extra 20 feet when laying up.

Christie Reynolds · Post by **Christie Reynolds** » Thu Feb 14, 2008 11:13 am

Hows the weather down there??? Wasnt sure what the conditions were like at Buff after this last storm we had.

We got hit pretty hard up here in Maine. Alot of Ice!!!!!! I lost power at 6pm last night and am still without power. Decided to come to work concidering its dark and cold at my house, at least here its warm, theres food, and most important, internet... :lol:

( I knew there would be power here concidering I work for Central Maine Power Co.) Now if CMP could only turn my power on first.. ha ha

See you ladies in 2 days!!

Leslie Charles · Post by **Leslie Charles** » Thu Feb 14, 2008 5:08 pm

I'm assuming its gonna be ice, ice and more ice. Esp. with the weather warming up tomorrow just to make sure any rough snow melts into nice, clean, clear ice. :lol:

Heather Eng · Post by **Heather Eng** » Fri Feb 15, 2008 8:29 am

to all the ladies driving long distance for the ice bowl- be safe! see you tomorrow.

Becky Sonnheim · Post by **Becky Sonnheim** » Fri Feb 15, 2008 1:04 pm

Leaving in a few to drive to CT to stay with Heather! See you ladies tomorrow! You better get your arms ready to win my awesome CTP prize!

Maureen McErlin · Post by **Maureen McErlin** » Sun Feb 17, 2008 10:00 am

great day yesterday!

it was great to meet everyone and play a few rounds with other ladies! great play from everyone - i hope we can do it again in warmer weather. i keep replaying my hole 16 tee shot in my head! def. a highlight for me.

sorry i didn't say goodbye, i was so cold i needed to find my car fast.

hope everyone made it home safe...

Christie Reynolds · Post by **Christie Reynolds** » Sun Feb 17, 2008 11:02 am

What a day yesterday... It was so good to finally meet all you woman.. Its good to put a face with a name.. Great shooting by everyone too..

Marielle, thanks for being a great partner, I think we really worked well as a team.

I have to say, great CTP prizes too. Not sure who donated the Champion Sidewinder but its perfect, correct weight even

Smart Weight Powertubes, also fantastic, along with the scarves..

We all will have to get together throughout the year and do bag tag rounds now that i'm getting one from Leslie (thanks Leslie).

Becky Sonnheim · Post by **Becky Sonnheim** » Mon Feb 18, 2008 3:28 pm

Hey ladies! First chance I've been able to get on the computer. I enjyoed playing with everyone! We are all good players and are great competition for eachother.

Christie I brought the Sidewinder and the stretch bands. I figured all the talk of exercising that band would be a good thing to use in your home for the winter.

See everyone again soon!

Christie Reynolds · Post by **Christie Reynolds** » Mon Feb 18, 2008 6:02 pm

becky33754 wrote:
Christie I brought the Sidewinder and the stretch bands. I figured all the talk of exercising that band would be a good thing to use in your home for the winter.

See everyone again soon!

Good call Becky, already started using the stretch bands

Leslie Charles · Post by **Leslie Charles** » Mon Feb 18, 2008 6:47 pm

hey there-
now I can put faces to most names! I had such a great time this weekend. Lots of laughs. . .

I'm gonna try to make it to Tolland this weekend (I know I'm posting in the wrong place for that). Also, I hope I can make it to W. Thompson and FDR tourneys. And in the future, Sap Bucket in VT. My tag will be up for grabs for any of those!

Leslie

Christie Reynolds · Post by **Christie Reynolds** » Fri Feb 22, 2008 10:45 am

How are all the ladies doing? Been a nice relaxing week sitting behind my work desk :roll:

Whats everyone plans for weekend golf?
Me, I have a team challenge on Saturday, should be nice weather for another good day of throwing plastic...

I'm trying to get more woman to play here in Maine, its not going so well. When there are tournements, its usally just myself and one other girl with in the AM Division, then poor Marielle is alone in the Pro Woman, which she usually jumps up to AM 1 (I think), if im alone then i usually move up to AM 2. I just dont know what to do to get more woman to play. Trying to get the guys to get there girlfriends, wives, sisters, etc to come out and play, but for some reason its not as easy as I thought it would be.. How is the female compition within your states?

I just signed up to be a PDGA member, I'm one step closer to being able to play in the Maple Open

, just need alittle bit more money before I can sign up..

Leslie Charles · Post by **Leslie Charles** » Fri Feb 22, 2008 5:40 pm

Hi Christie--
Just read your posting. I'm pretty new to disc golf, but I have some ideas that carry from Ultimate.

Offer a clinic (preferably free) for all the local women.
(Colleges are a great recruiting ground.) Make it competitive or not, depending on the persons involved. Teach specific things (like putting or driving), then play a game or 9 holes-- offering awards for most improved/etc.
Have enough lightweight/understable discs to make it fun so people don't have to invest if they are just trying it out.

Or set up a league or bagtags for women--someway to get women involved without feeling intimidated by playing with more experienced (and sometimes more saucy) players. I know Innova has a page dedicated to suggestions for getting more women involved.

It's much easier said than done! It would be great if NEFA had some kind of sponsorship to up the amount of women who play (=money and fun). With Ultimate, we'd charge each team a set fee to teach them for the day.

Leslie

Heather Eng · Post by **Heather Eng** » Sun Mar 02, 2008 9:42 pm

hiya ladies,

registration for the FDR tournament in april is open. it's a sanctioned event, a rarity in "nefaland." $20 to play in a one-day C tier... not too shabby

it's the weekend after bowling green ams but this weekend warrior thinks it's worth the trek.

hope the weekend treated you well,
h