Borderland @ Tolland in March

Matt Stroika · Post by **Matt Stroika** » Thu Mar 06, 2008 10:29 am

Shane-O wrote:I suggest you guys bring either another matt or another mike.

You will be having nightmares about Mikes and Matts soon enough.

Allen Smith · Post by **Allen Smith** » Thu Mar 06, 2008 11:02 am

hmmm I think we could deal with that, the triples match should be worth 3 points then (if singles is 1 point and doubles is 2, then it only follows).

I'm willing to do that, plus it means we don't have to screw one player and make them the cali and not enjoy the social atmosphere that doubles provides.

Daniel Mack · Post by **Daniel Mack** » Thu Mar 06, 2008 11:05 am

I can't make it for Sunday, working as usual. SATURDAY WUD HAVE BEEN GR8 THO.

Matt DeAngelis · Post by **Matt DeAngelis** » Thu Mar 06, 2008 11:13 am

DMack wrote:I can't make it for Sunday, working as usual. SATURDAY WUD HAVE BEEN GR8 THO.

You can still go play in the monsoon for saturday doubles at tolland.

Mike Dussault · Post by **Mike Dussault** » Thu Mar 06, 2008 10:55 pm

I really hate to do this, but...

Unfortunately for EK, what happened in Vegas did not stay there, namely his injury. Soooo, we will only have six for the challenge. Sorry once again. Still looking forward to the challenge.

Steve Guiliotis · Post by **Steve Guiliotis** » Fri Mar 07, 2008 4:16 am

Personally,

I've been wanting to play the triples format since we practiced it that one time, all those days ago, at an open Wick course. Whatever, it's all golf.

Allen Smith · Post by **Allen Smith** » Fri Mar 07, 2008 8:03 am

It looks like we will have people sit for the first time and I guess I've got to figure out who that is gonna be, everyone will definately play at least one round though.

Can anyone from Tolland only make the morning or only make the afternoon? I want to make sure everyone plays so if you can only make one round let me know so I can make sure that you get in there.

Borderlanders I hope your teammate recovers quickly

Shane Peters · Post by **Shane Peters** » Fri Mar 07, 2008 8:03 am

(Comic Book Guy Voice) Worst challenge ever...

LeftyhasRights · Post by **LeftyhasRights** » Fri Mar 07, 2008 10:38 am

I will be there.

What time is the challenge anyway? 9 or changed to 10? :lol:

Is the doubles, triples format change a definite? :lol:

Is there a chance this challenge will get changed back to Saturday?

Looking forward and go to the link below to donate food to pets daily.

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Matt DeAngelis · Post by **Matt DeAngelis** » Fri Mar 07, 2008 10:42 am

Mike Dussault · Post by **Mike Dussault** » Fri Mar 07, 2008 10:47 am

Remember team Bland... stay humble.
No need to fire up the competition :shock:

Dave Mourad · Post by **Dave Mourad** » Fri Mar 07, 2008 10:56 am

I'd prefer the afternoon round (dubz or tripz) so I can get some skool work done in the morning prior to showing. When do you anticipate the afternoon round starting?

AllenDedalus wrote:It looks like we will have people sit for the first time and I guess I've got to figure out who that is gonna be, everyone will definately play at least one round though.

Can anyone from Tolland only make the morning or only make the afternoon? I want to make sure everyone plays so if you can only make one round let me know so I can make sure that you get in there.

Borderlanders I hope your teammate recovers quickly

LeftyhasRights · Post by **LeftyhasRights** » Sat Mar 08, 2008 11:34 am

Seriously, 9 or 10?

Mike Dussault · Post by **Mike Dussault** » Sat Mar 08, 2008 2:08 pm

10, but don't forget to spring ahead.

10 is the new nine.

LeftyhasRights · Post by **LeftyhasRights** » Sat Mar 08, 2008 2:17 pm

Good call Mike and thanks, forgot about the time change. C yall tmw.

Matt DeAngelis · Post by **Matt DeAngelis** » Sat Mar 08, 2008 9:57 pm

Did you guys arrange for food or is there something close by that we can hit up?

Allen Smith · Post by **Allen Smith** » Sun Mar 09, 2008 12:22 am

There are a handful of places with a mile or so. I was thinking about just stopping at the Big Y tomorrow and grabbing a bunch of lunch meat we can just throw some sandwiches together? I know people wanted a quick lunch.

Does this sound good to everyone?

If you guys need directions once you get close or if you get lost or get a late start, you can give me a call (440)213-9022.

Matt DeAngelis · Post by **Matt DeAngelis** » Sun Mar 09, 2008 6:22 pm

Round 1:
Borderland Vs Tolland
Mike D (win) Vs Shane
Matt S (win) Vs Shawn
Matt D (win) Vs Pat
Josh (win Vs Alto Sax
Rob (win) Vs Allen
Mike C (loss) Vs Steve G

B-Land up 5-1

Round 2:
Borderland Vs Tolland
Mike D/Matt (win) S Vs Shane/Pat
Josh/Matt D (win) Vs Allen/Zak
Rob/Mike C (win) Vs Dave/Shawn

B-Land Wins 11-1

Let me know if anything is wrong with the players.

Mike Dussault · Post by **Mike Dussault** » Sun Mar 09, 2008 8:17 pm

Thanks team tolland for hosting. This course has gotten a bad rep. It really is quite fun, there is a clear shot intended for each hole. Sure it is fluky in parts, but it all evens out in the end. I enjoyed playing a new course and look forward to the next tournament there.

Rob Tatro · Post by **Rob Tatro** » Sun Mar 09, 2008 8:28 pm

Thanks to Allen and Team Tolland for a fine competitive day of golf - it's always nice to put more names with faces and to gather for some spirited play. Coming into the match, I wasn't sure what to expect from the course with everything that I've heard about the tree's, tight fairways, etc ...

I have to say that I really enjoyed the course. There are certainly tight fairways, that is for sure and I would think that over time, some of the tree's that make some routes very difficult to navigate will be carefully taken care of - I remember many discussions about many fairways at Borderland when the new layout was in it's infancy but those certainly seem to have subsided over time under the mantra of careful tree maintenance. I'm not really sure if there were any holes that I stepped up to at Tolland where I couldn't figure out what I needed to do - granted some of those shots are very difficult to make but I'm willing to give it time and will certainly be back to play the course again in the future. :thumleft:

Matt DeAngelis · Post by **Matt DeAngelis** » Sun Mar 09, 2008 8:45 pm

I agree with what Rob and Mike said. The course has gotten a bad rep, but it is not deserving of it. A lot of great holes out there and a couple of holes that could lose some limbs, but all in all a fun course that I look forward to coming back to play again.

Steve Guiliotis · Post by **Steve Guiliotis** » Mon Mar 10, 2008 5:36 am

I figured that Blanders could appreciate Tolland. Some of the bad press reminds me of my feelings of being "pantsed" the first few times I played Borderland in 02-03'. (I never blamed the course) Obviously, it's a little tougher when everything fills in during summer but over time it's going to get better. I've always liked Tolland and it seems to fit my game better than, say, Maple Hill which picks me apart.

It was nice to get out and play on solid ground for a change. The tees might have some lumps that remind me of trashed pitcher's mounds but without a foot of snow on the ground it was like BUTTAH!

It was nice to see Mike D play for a change, his short game is awesome. The Matt's were unstoppable yesterday! I didn't get to watch but words like "killed", "slaughtered" and "blown out" we're being used by a few team members.

Jeez, they must still be hurtin'.....................

Shane Peters · Post by **Shane Peters** » Mon Mar 10, 2008 7:50 am

Blown out is certainly one way of putting it. BUUUUTTTTTT.... I had a great time yesterday. I was telling Mike D. that it was a little cold and windy as hell but it was sooooooooo nice to be able to step on solid ground. Also, had a blast playing with Mike both rounds. I've never played with him before and he was a class act all the way.

LeftyhasRights · Post by **LeftyhasRights** » Mon Mar 10, 2008 9:41 am

Sorry I didnt show up and give ya any competition :oops:

Mr. DEA

ngelis and finally showed up a little playing with Shane, Mike and Matt which didn't matter much as team Stroika/Dussault tied the doubles record with a 49. If there weren't monster winds all day who knows what they would have come in with. See you all during the season.

A big thanks to Steve G for getting us the one and only point in his heads up match.

Allen Smith · Post by **Allen Smith** » Mon Mar 10, 2008 3:21 pm

Our only victory:

Mike Dussault · Post by **Mike Dussault** » Mon Mar 10, 2008 3:38 pm

Classic...
Love it Allen.

Buzzkill · Post by **Buzzkill** » Mon Mar 10, 2008 10:16 pm

FYI course record for doubles is 46.

Jessie and myself.

LeftyhasRights · Post by **LeftyhasRights** » Mon Mar 10, 2008 10:26 pm

Was that from the challenge?

Buzzkill · Post by **Buzzkill** » Mon Mar 10, 2008 10:34 pm

Yes sir it was.

LeftyhasRights · Post by **LeftyhasRights** » Mon Mar 10, 2008 10:50 pm

Very niiiiice, my bad thought it was 49 from Bayer/Clayton.