Some observations from this disinterested (!) party:

Disappointments: Cat-'o-9 Tails--- Geez, Trevor, we can't have any zero records here! Nobody should have such a percentage. You guys are experienced enough to know how to play. Of course, this upwind Gibraltar scenario is still relatively new, and it took a while to figure out a legitimate approach to playing it. Better luck in Round 3, just not against us! I'n pulling for ya! North Atlantic Warriors---Underachievers. I expected them to have a much better record than that showing to date, but being in the same League as Armada Geddon is probably intimidating. Fear a determinant factor, or the psychological edge? Mac's Raiders---The hard luck bears. Been through two unreliable teammates, but managing to maintain an even average despite that. Perhaps their newest addition, Streaker, will provide the necessary stability once he's played a bit. Just not against us, please. You guys play us tough as it is.

Bright Spots: All of the teams, for bearing with this inaugural multi-player tournament. Mark and I don't know how Nick will implement League play online, but regardless it will not affect this one. Everyone has exhibited great patience, and hopefully experienced the fun it was meant to be. The Cats are especially to be complimented for not losing hope and bailing out, simply because of their record. Every league has a NY Mets or Washing Nationals that can't get out of the cellar, regardless, but they continue to march on, like Xenophon's March to the Sea.

One point: I hope I'm not the only one to notice the disparity in the records after the first round. Every team's record should have equalled 8 after the first round. Team Captains, make certain that all of your games are accounted for. If the number is incorrect, contact Mark to have a new, official, game generated. Overall, though, this event has been going very smooth for the ambition of its intent. A big Thank You to all players!

Round 3 will begin next week, but incrementally. Hopefully, any outstanding games can be caught up with during this reduced playing schedule. We're only at the end of the first quarter, so there's still a lot of play ahead for all of us. If everyone is comfortable with their personal playing schedule, we should be close to the end of the TCC by the end of the year. Once again, Kudos to Mac's team for overcoming their adversities, and getting so well caught up. Our two games are close to ending, and should be completed by the weekend.

I, for one, certainly can't wait to begin Round 3, hopefully with the wind on our quarter. Only Mark knows for sure.

Johnny "Bloody John" B.

Captain, Esq., NAACP, AARP, AA, MA, EBS, AFLCIO, DNC, USA, etc., etc.,

The Rum Runners / Scourge of the American Seas