Author Topic: The Gathering -- 2K10 (Read 8207 times)

Graaille · « **on:** March 01, 2010, 03:20:50 PM »

Ladies and Gentlemen, Boys and Girls, Children of all ages. It''s getting to be that time again. Last I heard, the official date is the last full weekend in July, July 24th and 25th, 2010 at Creekside Lanes. I thought I''d start a thread to keep people informed so that vacation time can be planned out, schedules adjusted, excuses can be perfected, etc.... I''ll add more to the initial post when I receive more information. The 2nd annual ThongPrincess Memorial Bragging Rights Tournament is still on for Saturday. The last 2 years I believe women took the top 3 places -- guys, it''s time to show up and shoe up. And due to the efforts of a certain SrKegler: SPONSORED BY GLOBAL 900, STORM, AND LANE 1. Woohoo!

RSVP to this thread. Many thanks and hope to see 24 full lanes for the Tournament.

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For those who don''t know, and so there will be full disclosure:
Creekside Lanes
1450 Trademart Bv
Winston Salem, NC 27127-5646
(336) 771-9800

More swag coming in - Storm is now sending stuff, and wouldn''t suprise me if there was some Roto items mixed in. SrKegler is still talking to Ebonite - so we may have toys from almost all the major players. (minus Brunswick)

Edited on 5/14/2010 1:22 PM

Strider · « **Reply #16 on:** March 06, 2010, 06:41:39 PM »

You could drive 11 hours several years like me, then end up moving here.

I'd also like to send best wishes to Andy. Not a frequent poster, but he's always helping out one way or another at Creekside and is Ron's unofficial crash test dummy. Andy's having back surgery in a few days to clean up some bone pieces that caused some complications from his broken foot. Apparently they are causing swelling and pinching the sciatic nerve which caused him to lose feeling in his foot. Speedy recovery Andy!

Money is tight for many these days, but it's a very worthwhile trip. If you can drive, you're only out gas, and there are very reasonable hotels very nearby. Bowling is very cheap for the attendees, and the food at Creekside is much better than average. Free coaching from Ron is worth 10x what you'll spend on bowling balls alone this year. If there's any way you can make it, we'd love to meet you.
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Alakazam · « **Reply #17 on:** March 31, 2010, 04:01:54 PM »

Hmmm, not many people replying yet this year. Anyway, the wife and I will be there unless something major comes up, we drive from the middle of Florida. I've also talked to some friends of ours who are from Connecticut to come on down so don't be shy, it's a great 3 days!
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Graaille · « **Reply #18 on:** March 31, 2010, 07:45:32 PM »

JAnderson is in the process of creating a website w/even more info, pictures, etc on it, and hopes to have it up and running in April. When it's up - I'll post the link in the initial post (unless he beats me to it.) It's worth it alone to have one on one time w/Ron (Magic Carpet), but the bonus is the fun we have just talking, bragging, and lying to each other for 3 days.

Strider · « **Reply #19 on:** March 31, 2010, 08:50:28 PM »

On a positive note, Andy is doing well after the surgery. Up and walking around, although he'll be on light duty (no bowling) for quite some time.

I also now have a video camera, so I'll take at least one shot of every attendee throwing a ball (unless instructed otherwise

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Like I said earlier, one good hour with Ron will pay off 10 times over any equipment you'll every buy. The center is nice, rates are very reasonable, the staff is fun, and the food is good. Come on out and put some faces to the names.
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Graaille · « **Reply #20 on:** April 25, 2010, 02:27:05 PM »

3 months left and counting. Plans are being planned, reservations are being reserved, excuses are being polished. Join us - you know you want to.

SrKegler · « **Reply #21 on:** April 25, 2010, 08:20:50 PM »

Not promising that I can make it BUT, I'll see if I can get some free balls and other goodies donated as door prizes and tournament prizes.
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kev3inp · « **Reply #22 on:** April 26, 2010, 09:19:46 AM »

Sr, it would be nice to see you again. You have been missed.

Pete and Mandy are planning the trip in Sept. Don't know where it'll be yet, but we'll be there.
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JOE FALCO · « **Reply #23 on:** April 26, 2010, 09:36:06 AM »

This posting has been up over a month and it's the first time I've seen it. I've had a bad year health wise .. I continued to bowl .. I've missed the last two gatherings .. DON'T INTEND TO MISS 2010 .. hopefully arriving Friday and leaving Sunday .. looking forward to it ..
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SrKegler · « **Reply #24 on:** April 26, 2010, 01:41:17 PM »

quote:
Sr, it would be nice to see you again. You have been missed.

Pete and Mandy are planning the trip in Sept. Don't know where it'll be yet, but we'll be there.
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Hi Kev. I got a letter from Pete. Unfortunately I live in Tenn now, probably won't make it down to this one. Give them my best.
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bowlerdawg · « **Reply #25 on:** April 28, 2010, 10:27:03 PM »

We (amanda & I) will definitely be there and can't wait to see everyone. We had the best time last year (our first) and would surely travel anywhere to be there!!
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cranberry tester c/2
blueberry c/2
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starting rotation, and yes I actually bowl.........unlike some on these boards
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Graaille · « **Reply #26 on:** April 28, 2010, 10:29:03 PM »

Good deal, looking forward to seeing you again.

bowlerdawg · « **Reply #27 on:** April 30, 2010, 09:53:31 PM »

guys I got to tell you whether we get along or not on these boards, once you meet in person on the lanes it's an entirely different story. I have a reputation as being slightly abrasive ( don't know why ), but when I arrived last year it was so awesome meeting and hanging out and bowling with everyone.

If you hear nothing else I say here this. It is a fun time to be had by all, and the travel and journey is worth it. If you enjoy bowling this is an event you don't want to miss. Ron is an EXCELLENT coach, the staff is fun and accommodating, there is as much to do here as there is in any other major city ( for the nay sayers ) . I am taking time off work this year so that I can be present for all 4 days, because it's worth it to me and Amanda.

We made friends while we were there, and we keep in touch, and we have been looking forward to this ever since it ended last year.

just come it's fun, and you won't regret it

p.s. Amanda ( a.k.a. hooter girl ) says hello to everyone

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Pearl cherry bomb
Supercarbide bomb
pink raspberry x2 c/2
cranberry tester c/2
blueberry c/2
black raspberry c/2
liberator ( urethane )
OC chainsaw
^^^^^^^^^^^
starting rotation, and yes I actually bowl.........unlike some on these boards
I can count on one hand the saws i have not owned

kev3inp · « **Reply #28 on:** May 01, 2010, 08:43:07 AM »

I have to chime in and say what a pleasure it was meeting you and Amanda, and yes, it''s well worth the trip. We''ve never had a bad experience at the Gathering the real jerks don''t seem to show up, which is wonderful. I believe this one will be our fourth time attending and we plan our whole year around it. We''ve got our reservations made and we''ll see you there.
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Bill Thomas · « **Reply #29 on:** May 01, 2010, 12:41:18 PM »

Maybe its just me, but I ahve read this whole thread and looked at the home page on the Creekside web site and I still don't where it is. Can someone give a simple answer like city and state?

bowlerdawg · « **Reply #30 on:** May 01, 2010, 01:33:32 PM »

Winston Salem , North Carolina

www.bowlcreekside.com

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Pearl cherry bomb
Supercarbide bomb
pink raspberry x2 c/2
cranberry tester c/2
blueberry c/2
black raspberry c/2
liberator ( urethane )
OC chainsaw
^^^^^^^^^^^
starting rotation, and yes I actually bowl.........unlike some on these boards
I can count on one hand the saws i have not owned

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