Hello and welcome to this weeks edition of Rounding Third. It has been a big week down at The Ranch. It all started Wednesday with The Griff holding court in My Ranger Rules to Sunday’s Ladies day where there was just as much enjoyment off the field as there was on the field. On the field The two Ranger teams went head to head in Orange is the New Black clash. Once again the Rangers Black squad were victorious in a good fun game of baseball. The end score was 9-6. The Rangers Black squad have taken a commanding lead head to head now with that being their fourth win in a row. It was noticed by the rather large crowd on Sunday that both teams looked very relaxed. It was a bit slippery out there but both teams enjoyed one another company and the competitive hit out. Next week there is a general bye with the State Winter U/18 championships being played in Wangaratta.
So what else is news? Keep reading and you may just find out!
Club Nambrok: The Place to be
It has been a while since the Nambrok boys, Kelsey “Burderonthedancefloor” Burder, Kyle “Thrillmore” Gilmore and Brad “Undies” Murdoch have been a subject in this little publication. But one thing about these boys is that..they know how to throw a party! The annual Club Nambrok half Christmas is done and dusted for another year. Looking at the shenanigans the boys put on, it is clear it was the social event of the year! If you do get a chance, look for Burderonthedancefloor cutting it up doing an impressive Peter Garret impersonation and Thrillmore and Undies grooving to ‘Backstreet’s Back.’ The moves are impressive. The house this morning? Associate of the Nambrok boys, Dan “The Griff” Griffin, indicated that the house was a little worse for wear.However there were no slides or pogo sticks as seen in the past. Jump on social media and I am sure you could locate some good tips for dance moves from these gents.
First Inaugural Ladies / Family Day
This past week saw head Ranger The Pres Tony “Spinner” Smith working flat-out to put on a good show for the ladies and families at Ranger Ranch. His work along with partner Rosemary certainly paid off. Wonderful conditions greeted all down atTargoora Park and the cheese, dips and beverages were readily available to all the ladies in attendance. They were also treated to a good game of baseball and a meal afterwards. Those who came along said they had a great time. There were plenty of ladies wearing their new Ranger hoodies as well which was impressive and smart due to the chilly conditions. So if you see the Pres and Rosemary give them a pat on the back and say thanks. Also special mention to Rob “Buts” Seymour and Mick “The Skipper” Wyatt for umpiring the game.
Good crowd for the Rangers Orange vs Rangers Black derby
The Wangaratta Rangers Silver Circle is back for another year.
That’s right get around it and get along to the one and only Wangaratta Rangers Silver Circle event on August the 1st. MC’s Cam “The Soak” Scott Scotty Jenkins are already planning and scheming how they can top the sports jackets they wore last year. It has been decided the dynamic duo with the golden tonsils are suiting up and taking it to the next level. This is one event not to be missed. In the past everyone who has attended has had a good time. Tickets will be available from this week onwards. $20 per ticket includes a chance at winning the jackpot (amount to be confirmed) as well as food and beverages for the duration of the draw. If you want in, let someone from the Ranger ranch know and we can fulfill your request. All are welcome.
Welcome new guys
Great to see new faces down at the Ranger Ranch of late. This week saw the debut of Kyle Gilmore’s brother Cheyne in the orange and black. Sean Warfe also pulled on the orange and black for the first time as well. Both players looked very much at home at the ranch with the rest of the Ranger brethren. Sean scored a few hits and Cheyne a hit or two. Always great to have more players joining us in this great game of baseball.
Yeah Yeah quick on the wit
We all love Dylan Cowan down at Rangerland. He is pretty laid back, cruisy and almost laconic. He generally says a little bit but not too much. He picks his comments carefully. Over the weekend ‘Yeah Yeah’ was on fire with his mouth. Many in the dugout were in stitches with his one liners during warm up and during the game. He was just a ball of energy. It also gave Cam “The Soak” Scott someone to bounce off in the dugout. He does enjoy his baseball when there is a good level of banter. Wonder what one liners Yeah Yeah will work on for the next game?
Azza Parker calls his shot
Talking to Azza Parker before his bat, he said that if Frenchy (Brendon French) threw another one of those curves he will put it over the fence. True to his word, the third pitch he faced went sailing down and over the left field fence. Nice way to call your shot Azza. On another note should see the work Parker is doing behind the plate. His catching is impressive. Great work Azza.
Jack Bradburn ball player
Emerging talent Jack Bradburn loves his baseball. From week one when he arrived at the club he has looked for more and more ways to improve. So far this year he has had a few hits and is not far away from putting his swing together. He also has the added advantage of being left-handed. He now has the baseball gear to boot, decked out new gloves, shoes, the lot. He looks to play. Reminds this writer of when he was young getting all the new gear and just wanting to play. Keep working hard Jack, it’s great to have you part of the Ranger family.
There was something in the air that night the stars are bright, Fernando.
Steve “Fernando” Peruzzo continues to rack up the hits. He is quickly becoming the Rangers “clutch” hitter. It seems whenever the Rangers Black are in a spot of bother Fernando bludgeons the ball into a gap and helps get the lower order ticking over. His outfield form has been solid with a bit of foxing to get Jason Jonker at second base. With each week his power is growing and is looking to take his game to the next level over the remainder of the season. Nice work Fernando.
My Ranger Rules The Griff takes control
Dan “The Griff” Griffin dominated proceedings on Wednesday in the fourth installment of My Ranger Rules. He has set the competition alight scoring 28 points to sit a top of the leader board. Who is cooking this week? Who else is going to throw their hat into the ring and take the trophy? Going have to be good to knock off The Griff.
Cam Scott off to travel the world
Line Drive’s good friend Cam Scott and his lovely partner Lauren Grenfell are about to embark on a trip around Europe. This has been coined as The Soaks do Europe. Both are getting very excited about traveling through Sweden, Netherlands, The United Kingdom, Ireland, Denmark and back to Sweden. With that in mind Line Drive may take a break for a few weeks. He will still be watching with interest from afar while sitting in the sun and having a couple of quiet ales. Maybe the apprentice Hanging Slider will step up and fill the void for the next few weeks. It just might be a supercharged edition the next Rounding Third in a few weeks time. Or who knows Line Drive may have something to say from the streets of Stockholm?
Boys having a yarn after a big day of baseball
Now for the club stuff
Training this Wednesday from 6pm Targoora Park
State Winter U/18’s championships 27th and 28th of June. Let Spinner know if you can help out especially Saturday morning.
Silver Circle 1st August. Tickets available Wednesday $20 see club for more information
Like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter @WangRangers
Hoodies $45 and caps ($20-$25) available see Pooly and Buttsy for more details
Working bee Friday night from 3pm If you can get down and help out it would be greatly appreciated.
Special thanks to our sponsors
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Special thanks to all the hardworking members of Wangaratta and all the supporters who have been working real hard to improve our great club.
Well what a great week and now I am signing off as usual with
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