Baller bishop8950 Posted August 18, 2014 Baller Share Posted August 18, 2014 As I drove into work this morning after having been in San Marcos for the previous week, I was thinking about how much fun it was to hang out with all those guys and ski the Big Dawg and Nationals. What happened Sat night was too bad and I am sure we will improve on it from here. But nothing could change the fact that spending a week with that group is a really good time and this is the way I will remember it. As I stare at my computer screen struggling to remember what I do for a living after a week off, I want to share how it feels to be a part of this group: From the comedy acts of guys like Chris Clark and Todd Ristorcelli, to the 100% nice guys like Todd Kuydendall and Scott Larson, to the mental toughness of Greg Badal, to the wisdom of Chet Raley and Ben Favret, and so on - this is a great group of guys. Whether it’s on site between rounds, over dinner or in a Head to Head pairing it’s a pleasure to hang out with every one of those guys and I am bummed I won’t see most of them until next year. It gets talked about at the Big Dawg banquet before the finals every year. How much we enjoy and appreciate the camaraderie within this group of hard working and competitive guys. We all want to win, but we are all cheering each other on as well. The mood on the start doc is great because while everyone is getting focused and ready to go we are also watching and wanting to see every single skier go as far as they can. If someone needs a hand with their equipment or feedback on the conditions we help each other out. I don’t see how this part of the Big Dawg could ever improve, its ideal. Thanks guys, keep it up. As I sit here I am also feel very thankful to the sponsors and officials that give us this venue to compete. It is by far the most fun I have ever had, and will ever have competing in waterskiing. Without sponsors and officials the Big Dawg would never happen, thank you. I trust that the skiers/officials/sponsors will address opportunities for improvement and I will do what I can to help. In any case, I already look forward to seeing all these guys next season. I hope a lot of you come out to the California Pro-Am because it offers the same appeal. If you do, come out early and catch a few rides at my place, it would be great to see you! Kevin Bishop Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Razorskier1 Posted August 18, 2014 Baller Share Posted August 18, 2014 Well said Kevin. Wish I could make the Pro-Am. Told my wife that my 2015 list of things I really want to do includes skiing a Big Dawg (despite the fact that I'm more of a puppy) and skiing a Pro-Am. In both cases it is as much or more about the experience of hanging out with great folks and watching incredible skiing performances than about my individual skiing (although I hope to enjoy that too!). Hopefully I will get to meet you next year . . . twice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller bishop8950 Posted August 18, 2014 Author Baller Share Posted August 18, 2014 @razorskier1 do it, you wont be dissapointed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ Wish Posted August 18, 2014 Baller_ Share Posted August 18, 2014 Kevin those are such good points. I really did forget about all of that in the wake of controversy. Thanks for reminding us. There is a Big Dawg in FL 2015. Hmmmm better get to training...and harder. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Texas6 Posted August 18, 2014 Baller Share Posted August 18, 2014 Nicely said! I think the fact that there is such a passionate discussion going on about this subject says a lot for the level of interest in the Big Dawg. Great tour, great tourney, great skiing, and really solid competitive individuals - Can't wait for the next one Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chad_Scott Posted August 18, 2014 Share Posted August 18, 2014 Well said Bishop See you in Cali. Hopefully I will learn to ski better by then Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller skidawg Posted August 18, 2014 Baller Share Posted August 18, 2014 @bishop8950 , see you at worlds ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeMac Posted August 18, 2014 Share Posted August 18, 2014 I agree with Kevin, that the personalities of the individuals at the tournament makes these big dawgs fun and entertaining. These guys are passionate and very knowledgeable about water skiing. Getting to ski with legends is a great experience that gives us a reason to tinker with our skies and train hard for next year. Hope I can do this again next year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ RichardDoane Posted August 19, 2014 Baller_ Share Posted August 19, 2014 We had the good fortune of hosting a BD tour stop this year, and eagerly anticipate next year's season for all of the reasons that Kevin mentions above. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Horton Posted August 19, 2014 Administrators Share Posted August 19, 2014 @richarddoane I hope to make it next year. Will you run a baby dawg event? Goode ★ HO Syndicate ★ KD Skis ★ MasterCraft ★ PerfSki Radar ★ Reflex ★ S Lines ★ Stokes ★ Baller Video Coaching System Drop a dime in the can Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller bishop8950 Posted August 19, 2014 Author Baller Share Posted August 19, 2014 @horton come to BroHo for sure. Richard hosts a fun event. Your scores put you beyond the baby dawg so train hard and bring it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Razorskier1 Posted August 19, 2014 Baller Share Posted August 19, 2014 @Horton -- there is a baby dawg event for us -- they call it the prelims, and we are first off the dock! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Horton Posted August 19, 2014 Administrators Share Posted August 19, 2014 Mmmmm when I said Baby BigDawg I was literally talking about an event for babys. My wife just had a baby. It was a weak joke. Goode ★ HO Syndicate ★ KD Skis ★ MasterCraft ★ PerfSki Radar ★ Reflex ★ S Lines ★ Stokes ★ Baller Video Coaching System Drop a dime in the can Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Horton Posted August 19, 2014 Administrators Share Posted August 19, 2014 @OB no idea what you are saying. I am happy to pay my entry and get last place. Done it before and will do it again. Goode ★ HO Syndicate ★ KD Skis ★ MasterCraft ★ PerfSki Radar ★ Reflex ★ S Lines ★ Stokes ★ Baller Video Coaching System Drop a dime in the can Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ RichardDoane Posted August 20, 2014 Baller_ Share Posted August 20, 2014 @horton - a tournament entry fee is always money well spent IMO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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