So I got my first taste of Battle Pong and enjoyed the experience very much. Basically all the rules of Beer pong are erased, except for the fact that you sink a cup, it still makes the other team drink a cup.
The point of Battle Pong is basically if a ball ricochets off of the cup into the air (without touching the table) the opposing team can hit the ball (by swatting it) at the team that shot.
If the ball hits somebody from the shooting team, they owe a cup. If it hits them in the face it counts as two and it does happen (just ask my forehead). If the shooting team catches it, then the swatting team owes a cup.
This is a fairly new game to us, so I'm sure more and more rules will be made, but so far it was pretty fun.
I still like regular beer pong better, but if most of the rules are implemented into Battle Pong, then I think we have something here.
Sunday, August 1, 2010
Wednesday, July 7, 2010
Predictions
So as you may have guessed, my predictions were wrong. The great Argentina failed...miserably. There are a few lessons learned here:
1. Don't hire a coach who doesn't know what he's doing.
2. Don't watch the game where the opposing fans might be.
1. Maradona, though one of (if not the) best player of all time, knows how to play soccer. That is it though. He doesn't understand tactics nor the politics that are behind coaching a national soccer team. I'm not an expert as you may have guessed, but come on now. He surrounded himself with Yes-men and never created a game plan. Rather than sub out Otamendi (who will one day be a good player for us at the correct position) he waited untli the 70th minute when Germany scored again to get him out. I mean come on, he was getting burnt left and right bad. He was getting beat so bad that other players had to come back to help out, wasting another player and putting him out of position. Then he makes subs too little too late. It was a bad coached game and something I am not looking forward to in the future if he stays on. We advanced to the Quarterfinals purely on talent. Imagine what we could've done if we were well coached.
I like Maradona and like that he was a part of the team, but he needs to be an assistant coach. Too bad his head is too big to grasp this and it will never happen. He's inspring and got through to the players, but failed to use any strategy during any game.
Maradona was also biased, come on he brand up Palermo a 37 year old washed up striker. Keep in mind that striker was the one position we were heavy on. Tevez, Messi, Higuain, Milito, Aguero, did we really need 6? He couldn't have saved that spot for Zanetti or Cambiasso two of the best players in the world at their positions! Damnit man, use your freaking head!
2. I realized (although I guess I have always known) that I am very invested into Argentine football. I wake up thinking about it and read up on it during the day and go to bed still trying to absorb as much information as I can. I wish I would've played soccer at a young age so that I can get a better understanding for the sport, but didn't so I guess I'm making up for lost time.
That being said, I hardly brag about it until after the result of a game. I'm not one to guarantee a victory over a team nor bet someone on Argentina to win (unless it's a game that doesn't matter-like Greece). I'm even pretty modest about winning games, because I don't want to jinx us. I didn't brag to anyone about the Mexico vs Argentina game nor the Korea vs Argentina game... and trust me I could've. I could've been nasty.
When watching the game with random people at a cafe in Long Beach with some Germans was one of the hardest things to endure. When they cheered, I wanted to punch. When they grunted, I wanted to punch. Basically whenever they made a noise I wanted to punch. I didn't. But I was pretty pissed. I now know, that in the future I need to watch the games at home (alone or with my family) so that I can scream as loud as I want or strangle a pillow if I'm upset. It's so hard to contain yourself during something you care so much about. Ugh.
When it comes to the 49ers or UCLA I root for them like a die hard fan, but I'm willing to brag and talk crap with the next guy, but with Argentina I'm too emotionally invested. Maybe because the world cup comes every 4 years or probably because the players are Argentinean no matter what. They don't get traded to another country. Once they play for us, they are ours. We share this bond. Argentina means too much to me.
So now my Argentine brethren we must wait another 4 years to see our nation battle in Brazil. Hopefully we win a few Copa Americas in the meantime and learn to play as a team with a new coach (hopefully not an Argentine, because they are very often biased, just as Maradona showed).
They had a good tournament, but it could've gone so much better. We have potential though... lots and lots of potential.
oh btw My prediction is Spain beats Germany, but who really cares :(
1. Don't hire a coach who doesn't know what he's doing.
2. Don't watch the game where the opposing fans might be.
1. Maradona, though one of (if not the) best player of all time, knows how to play soccer. That is it though. He doesn't understand tactics nor the politics that are behind coaching a national soccer team. I'm not an expert as you may have guessed, but come on now. He surrounded himself with Yes-men and never created a game plan. Rather than sub out Otamendi (who will one day be a good player for us at the correct position) he waited untli the 70th minute when Germany scored again to get him out. I mean come on, he was getting burnt left and right bad. He was getting beat so bad that other players had to come back to help out, wasting another player and putting him out of position. Then he makes subs too little too late. It was a bad coached game and something I am not looking forward to in the future if he stays on. We advanced to the Quarterfinals purely on talent. Imagine what we could've done if we were well coached.
I like Maradona and like that he was a part of the team, but he needs to be an assistant coach. Too bad his head is too big to grasp this and it will never happen. He's inspring and got through to the players, but failed to use any strategy during any game.
Maradona was also biased, come on he brand up Palermo a 37 year old washed up striker. Keep in mind that striker was the one position we were heavy on. Tevez, Messi, Higuain, Milito, Aguero, did we really need 6? He couldn't have saved that spot for Zanetti or Cambiasso two of the best players in the world at their positions! Damnit man, use your freaking head!
2. I realized (although I guess I have always known) that I am very invested into Argentine football. I wake up thinking about it and read up on it during the day and go to bed still trying to absorb as much information as I can. I wish I would've played soccer at a young age so that I can get a better understanding for the sport, but didn't so I guess I'm making up for lost time.
That being said, I hardly brag about it until after the result of a game. I'm not one to guarantee a victory over a team nor bet someone on Argentina to win (unless it's a game that doesn't matter-like Greece). I'm even pretty modest about winning games, because I don't want to jinx us. I didn't brag to anyone about the Mexico vs Argentina game nor the Korea vs Argentina game... and trust me I could've. I could've been nasty.
When watching the game with random people at a cafe in Long Beach with some Germans was one of the hardest things to endure. When they cheered, I wanted to punch. When they grunted, I wanted to punch. Basically whenever they made a noise I wanted to punch. I didn't. But I was pretty pissed. I now know, that in the future I need to watch the games at home (alone or with my family) so that I can scream as loud as I want or strangle a pillow if I'm upset. It's so hard to contain yourself during something you care so much about. Ugh.
When it comes to the 49ers or UCLA I root for them like a die hard fan, but I'm willing to brag and talk crap with the next guy, but with Argentina I'm too emotionally invested. Maybe because the world cup comes every 4 years or probably because the players are Argentinean no matter what. They don't get traded to another country. Once they play for us, they are ours. We share this bond. Argentina means too much to me.
So now my Argentine brethren we must wait another 4 years to see our nation battle in Brazil. Hopefully we win a few Copa Americas in the meantime and learn to play as a team with a new coach (hopefully not an Argentine, because they are very often biased, just as Maradona showed).
They had a good tournament, but it could've gone so much better. We have potential though... lots and lots of potential.
oh btw My prediction is Spain beats Germany, but who really cares :(
Wednesday, June 30, 2010
Prediction: Quarter Finals
I was completely correct on my last predictions (the scores were off on a few, but pretty close).
Brazil, Spain, Paraguay, and Netherlands were all winners.
Now the fun starts...
Brazil vs Netherlands
This is one of the most anticipated games of the quarterfinals. Both of these teams have played fantastic, but one's tournament has to end here. The winner of the match will have a easy route through Uruguay or Ghana into the finals. So this games means everything to both teams. My brain is telling me that Brazil will win this, but my gut is saying it will be the Netherlands who pull it off. My final prediction is a 2-2 tie, going to a penalty shoot out that the Netherlands win. A huge upset, but great game.
Ghana vs Uruguay
Uruguay has not looked very strong throughout the tournament. Ghana has shown some promise, but they're Ghana. I think Ghana will magically continue their run into the semi-finals becoming the first African nation to do so. Ghana wins 1-0.
Argentina vs Germany
On the other side of the bracket we have the most anticipated game of the world cup. The true final! Both teams have been playing fantastic football. Messi has yet to score, but I just know that will change in this game. I believe Argentina will just be too strong for Germany as they will be tested over and over again. Messi scores, Higuain scores, and then Messi again. Argentina wins this 3-2, just in the nick of time. Vamos vamos argentina, vamos vamos a ganar!
Germany beat Argentina last year in the 1/4 finals on penalty kicks. If it goes to penalties, we have a much better shooting team (not to mention Goalie) than we had 4 years ago. Also, Argentina played Germany just before the world cup and beat them 1-0 in Germany. We's got this baby! I hope Maradona comes on the field through Messi and rips them apart. Revenge! Revenge! Argentina aguante!
Spain vs Paraguay
The final game of the 1/4 finals should be an easy game for Spain. They are just now finding their true form and playing some good football. They will win this, after keeping us in suspense for the whole first half. This time it won't be Villa scoring, Torres will finally come through. Spain wins this easily 2-0.
Those are my predictions, let's hope the soccer Gods are still in Maradona's favor...
Brazil, Spain, Paraguay, and Netherlands were all winners.
Now the fun starts...
Brazil vs Netherlands
This is one of the most anticipated games of the quarterfinals. Both of these teams have played fantastic, but one's tournament has to end here. The winner of the match will have a easy route through Uruguay or Ghana into the finals. So this games means everything to both teams. My brain is telling me that Brazil will win this, but my gut is saying it will be the Netherlands who pull it off. My final prediction is a 2-2 tie, going to a penalty shoot out that the Netherlands win. A huge upset, but great game.
Ghana vs Uruguay
Uruguay has not looked very strong throughout the tournament. Ghana has shown some promise, but they're Ghana. I think Ghana will magically continue their run into the semi-finals becoming the first African nation to do so. Ghana wins 1-0.
Argentina vs Germany
On the other side of the bracket we have the most anticipated game of the world cup. The true final! Both teams have been playing fantastic football. Messi has yet to score, but I just know that will change in this game. I believe Argentina will just be too strong for Germany as they will be tested over and over again. Messi scores, Higuain scores, and then Messi again. Argentina wins this 3-2, just in the nick of time. Vamos vamos argentina, vamos vamos a ganar!
Germany beat Argentina last year in the 1/4 finals on penalty kicks. If it goes to penalties, we have a much better shooting team (not to mention Goalie) than we had 4 years ago. Also, Argentina played Germany just before the world cup and beat them 1-0 in Germany. We's got this baby! I hope Maradona comes on the field through Messi and rips them apart. Revenge! Revenge! Argentina aguante!
Spain vs Paraguay
The final game of the 1/4 finals should be an easy game for Spain. They are just now finding their true form and playing some good football. They will win this, after keeping us in suspense for the whole first half. This time it won't be Villa scoring, Torres will finally come through. Spain wins this easily 2-0.
Those are my predictions, let's hope the soccer Gods are still in Maradona's favor...
Monday, June 28, 2010
Predictions Rd of 16 Part II
So 3-4 of my predictions were correct and I knew Ghana would beat the US, but didn't want to have that as a prediction because it just didn't feel right.
Here are the rest of the round of 16 predictions :
Chile vs Brazil
Chile will keep this one close. Brazil will not be able to steamroll their way past them, but will get the win in the end (it's what they do best, basturds). I believe Brazil will in this 3-1 (a late 2 goals to keep it out of reach).
Netherlands vs Slovakia
Netherlands has never won a world cup. Neither has Slovakia. Only thing is Netherlands actually has had several chances, because they are an elite team. They are going to be way too strong for Slovakia. They called Slovakia the "Giant killers", their luck runs out today. Sorry David, Goliath is going to stomp on you. Netherlands win this one easy 2-0.
Paraguay vs Japan
People are talking about this guy Honda. He's reliable, fast, and quick unlike Honda cars, just kidding. I like Hondas. Anyway, Japan has been a force to be reckoned with, but to be honest they are lucky to even be here. South American teams will continue their rule of this world cup and Paraguay will prevail. I'm feeling 2-1 in Paraguay's favor here. Ore - me- gato Mr Robato, this will be your last match.
Espana vs Portugal
The exciting match of this series. #1 ranked team vs the #3 ranked team. When Portugal played Spain I honestly thought that they (Portugal) played a better game. They had the better chances, but just couldn't finish. Spain has a history of choking and Portugal is finally playing good. My gut is telling me to choose Portugal on this one as they are on a high right now, but I just can't. Spain is strong and will pull this off. I believe this will be a high scoring game, but in the end Spain wins 2-2. Spain wins off penalties! Hey Christiano, at least you still have your good looks.
Let's see how I do. I'm starting to get the bubble guts for the Germany vs Argentina game on Saturday, what a classic it can be. Vamos Argentina, I hope their magic never runs out. Messi has to score, hopefully 5 against Germany.
Here are the rest of the round of 16 predictions :
Chile vs Brazil
Chile will keep this one close. Brazil will not be able to steamroll their way past them, but will get the win in the end (it's what they do best, basturds). I believe Brazil will in this 3-1 (a late 2 goals to keep it out of reach).
Netherlands vs Slovakia
Netherlands has never won a world cup. Neither has Slovakia. Only thing is Netherlands actually has had several chances, because they are an elite team. They are going to be way too strong for Slovakia. They called Slovakia the "Giant killers", their luck runs out today. Sorry David, Goliath is going to stomp on you. Netherlands win this one easy 2-0.
Paraguay vs Japan
People are talking about this guy Honda. He's reliable, fast, and quick unlike Honda cars, just kidding. I like Hondas. Anyway, Japan has been a force to be reckoned with, but to be honest they are lucky to even be here. South American teams will continue their rule of this world cup and Paraguay will prevail. I'm feeling 2-1 in Paraguay's favor here. Ore - me- gato Mr Robato, this will be your last match.
Espana vs Portugal
The exciting match of this series. #1 ranked team vs the #3 ranked team. When Portugal played Spain I honestly thought that they (Portugal) played a better game. They had the better chances, but just couldn't finish. Spain has a history of choking and Portugal is finally playing good. My gut is telling me to choose Portugal on this one as they are on a high right now, but I just can't. Spain is strong and will pull this off. I believe this will be a high scoring game, but in the end Spain wins 2-2. Spain wins off penalties! Hey Christiano, at least you still have your good looks.
Let's see how I do. I'm starting to get the bubble guts for the Germany vs Argentina game on Saturday, what a classic it can be. Vamos Argentina, I hope their magic never runs out. Messi has to score, hopefully 5 against Germany.
Friday, June 25, 2010
Predictions
USA vs Ghana
2-1
USA is going to keep us on our toes, but we're going to magically pull it off again!
S Korea vs Uruguay
0-1
S Korea barely made it out of the group. Too bad their trip will end here. Uruguay will win, but Forlan will not score.
England vs Germany
England hasn't found form throughout the tournament. Will today be the day? I think not. Germany will win this one easily 2-0.
Argentina vs Mexico
They played in 2006 and Mexico was eliminated, they played at the confederations cup and Mexico was eliminated on penalties. I believe Argentina are just too strong right now and will win this one comfortably.
2-0. Messi will get his goal
Let's hope my predictions are right!
2-1
USA is going to keep us on our toes, but we're going to magically pull it off again!
S Korea vs Uruguay
0-1
S Korea barely made it out of the group. Too bad their trip will end here. Uruguay will win, but Forlan will not score.
England vs Germany
England hasn't found form throughout the tournament. Will today be the day? I think not. Germany will win this one easily 2-0.
Argentina vs Mexico
They played in 2006 and Mexico was eliminated, they played at the confederations cup and Mexico was eliminated on penalties. I believe Argentina are just too strong right now and will win this one comfortably.
2-0. Messi will get his goal
Let's hope my predictions are right!
Monday, June 21, 2010
Predictions
So my predictions thus far, have been ok. I called the 3-1 Brazil vs Ivory Coast game, but that was my real thought, not what I put. Besides that I think I got the win right on another, but sucked on the rest of my picks.
Portugal vs N. Korea
I think Portugal bounces back from a crappy 1st game showing and scores 7, probably 6 in the 2nd half. Hehe, I didn't get to this one on time, but that is what happened. Amazing.
Chile vs Switzerland
I think Chile will pull this off with a 2-1 win and secure their spot into the 2nd round of the tournament.
Spain vs Honduras
Spain will make a huge comeback, as Portugal did. Not that big though. I'm predicting 3-0. I believe those are the games for today. Let's see how I do.
Portugal vs N. Korea
I think Portugal bounces back from a crappy 1st game showing and scores 7, probably 6 in the 2nd half. Hehe, I didn't get to this one on time, but that is what happened. Amazing.
Chile vs Switzerland
I think Chile will pull this off with a 2-1 win and secure their spot into the 2nd round of the tournament.
Spain vs Honduras
Spain will make a huge comeback, as Portugal did. Not that big though. I'm predicting 3-0. I believe those are the games for today. Let's see how I do.
Saturday, June 19, 2010
World Cup Fever
Has it struck you yet? The need/desire to wake up at 4am to watch some futbol. The world's biggest sporting event and a personal favorite of mine!
This world cup hasn't been spectacular, unless you're an Argentina fan. Besides that, games are ending 1-0, 0-0, 1-1 pretty lame, not to mention referees who take goals away for some reason (1 against USA, 1 against Mexico). Games were more fun in world cups of past, but hopefully things get more exciting once the round of 16 starts. I decided to write day by day on my predictions for the next games wins. I know this is pretty late considering we're almost done w/ the 2nd round of games of the group stages, but none the less it gets me writing about my favorite time that only comes around every 4 years. There is still one game today :
Cameroon vs Denmark
and 3 tomorrow :
Slovakia vs Paraguay
Italy vs New Zealand
Brazil vs Ivory Coast
Here are my predictions:
Cameroon vs Denmark 1-0
Both of these teams lost their 1st games so it's a must win situation going into today's game. Cameroon has Samuel Eto'o one of the star players in the world cup. He started his world cup career as one of the youngest players ever at 17 years old. He's legit, and I believe Cameroon will prevail on this game winning a boring game 1-0. Denmark, just didn't have any offense against Netherlands and looked very weak.
Slovakia vs Paraguay 0-1
Paraguay managed to shock Italy by taking the early lead and played pretty well. They were very organized and I truly believe should have beat Italy. I think they go on and win this game another boring 1-0 and improve their chances of making it out of the group. Sorry Slovakia, welcome to the world cup, but your campaign isn't going past the group stages.
Italy vs New Zealand 2-0 (the Azurri vs All Whites)
Italy has never been known for having a great offense. This is especially true when the coach jacks up and doesn't take any of his best forwards, Totti, Balotelli, Toni, not to mention them dropping the American, Rossi, from the team too. I believe New Zealand is just that weak and isn't going to be able to penetrate Italy's defense although they are nowhere near the quality they were least year. Italy will win this 2-0.
Brazil vs Ivory Coast 2-2 (Seleccao vs the Elephants)
Finally the only game that is interesting this day. This is a must watch, because Ivory Coast are full of heart and Brazil doesn't seem to be playing with one anymore. I believe Brazil will be too powerful, because like Argentina they boast the best players in the world, but Ivory Coast will challenge and create some chances that Drogba will finish. This game will end in a draw, but will be exciting as Brazil hits the post at least twice. To be honest I think Brazil will win this 3-1, but am rooting for a draw. Hopefully they don't find their form against Ivory Coast, because I like rooting for this African underdog, or should I say underelephant (they are known as the elephants)
Well those are my predictions, the main reason I am doing this is because I got a fever, and the only cure is more football. I can't wait for July 11 to come (1 because of my 9 year anniversary with Bianca, and 2 because that will be the world cup final Arg vs Brazil!)
Let's hope the soccer Gods come and give Argentina a hand (get it?).
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