Ray Parnay Directs The Sonoma County Open

Doyle Park, Aug. 24, 1997
Santa Rosa, CA
43 pitchers (4 Morning/2 Afternoon group)


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From the President, Ed Loranger:  
   This was a reverse order start and I didn't expect a huge turnout.
   Also, the weather forecast was for rain in the afternoon.  They
   were wrong!  A beautiful day to pitch.  The pits however, were a 
   bit damp from the Saturday Night rain we had.  Had to do some scram-
   bling but finally got everything tournament read before the 10:AM
   start.

   We had a heavy rainfall on Tuesday and Wednesday.  Kevin Smith
   opened up some pits on Wednesday and Thursday.  Using a can to
   scoop with, Kevin eliminated much of the accumulated water.  He
   also had the presence of mind to open up the pits to airdry.

   After a reminder late Thursday night from Darrell Bierkamp, I
   called about 18 of our Tuesday night regulars.  Pretty much a
   losing proposition -- really too late for everyone to squeeze
   out of obligations.  (Darn unexpected rain).  But!  Was able
   to get Bill Fullwider, Dan Estabrook, and myself to commit.
   All told, we got every pit up to par before leaving.  Also
   had a nice doubles match with Don Smalley who timed his arrival
   perfectly!  :)

   Anyway, we had a nice turn out and Ray did an excellent job
   keeping everyone in line!  Thanks Ray.


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Activities by Tournament Director, Ray Parnay:

A warm welcome to the Sonoma County Open.


<Pledge>

New members Ed Smith, Santa Rosa; Jason Chastain, Vallejo were recognized.
Carl Meyers, who did not pitch, showed his support by being our runner.

<Misc. Announcements>

Casey Sluys made it clear that NO ALCOHOL is allowed within the

pitching area.  Alcohol allowed for gatherings at the park is by

permit only.

We'll be having 4 morning groups of 7 players. Two afternoon groups.
40 Shoe games, Playoffs are 20 shoes.



Good Luck to everyone!  Let's play Horseshoes!