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  1. Me either...... We are actually setting the camera up at different places looking for a "black panther" and /or "black bears" that may or may not be in the area.  He is going to start baiting this weekend
  2. My buddy got a game camera for Christmas and set this up last night and got this.  He lives in the city limits of Lumberton on Village Creek.... [URL=[Hidden Content]]
  3. I bet if they were to hold the coaching staff responsible for their players, you would see a lot better judgement calls
  4. [quote name="BMTSoulja1" post="1151534" timestamp="1325104526"] [quote author=58SHW link=topic=93336.msg1151530#msg1151530 date=1325104264] [quote author=BMTSoulja1 link=topic=93336.msg1151527#msg1151527 date=1325103801] [quote author=AggiesWeAreNot link=topic=93336.msg1151508#msg1151508 date=1325102717] [quote author=vp32 link=topic=93336.msg1149506#msg1149506 date=1324480984] [quote author=BMTSoulja1 link=topic=93336.msg1149495#msg1149495 date=1324480178] [quote author=vp32 link=topic=93336.msg1149486#msg1149486 date=1324479048] [quote author=BMTSoulja1 link=topic=93336.msg1149484#msg1149484 date=1324478944] [quote author=vp32 link=topic=93336.msg1149477#msg1149477 date=1324478558] [quote author=BMTSoulja1 link=topic=93336.msg1149471#msg1149471 date=1324478214] I'm willing to bet because the media and your friends, the Dr. Thomas/BISD haters made you believe (influenced) what the truth is before even knowing the other side of the story, or even thinking hard enough to think that there may be another story to it. [/quote] Says the guy from Central.  ::) [/quote]And what does THAT mean?  If it is what I think it is, trust me, Bud, you don't want to go there at all.  So, let's hear it.  What does me being from Central have to do with it?  Sounds like you're getting low on amo if you are resorting to this.  8) [/quote] Lol i could go all day soulja. You know this. And I would love to know what you think it is. Why don't you let everyone know what you think it is. [/quote]Let's see.  You don't take my opinion or comment serious as shown by the rolling eyes.  You then you bring mention that I'm from Central.  To me, that would mean that you are saying that I'm not compentent enought to get any credibility.  Also, it may mean that since I'm a Central guy, us (Central people) as a whole as far as intellect or just flat out common sense are lacking and that you, a Vidorian, is in a great position to pass judgement on a 'Central guy'.  Now, I may be off base here, but Is THIS accurate?  If not, I would like to hear YOUR explaination as I origiinally asked. [/quote] Wow. Reading too much into things don't ya think? I was simply saying that you were from Central and not West Brook so i think Sgt. Rey would know a lil bit more about WB than you. And i did not "pass judgement" on a "central guy". Your the one judging me before you know what i'm even saying. [/quote] vp - you don't understand Beaumont...especially Beaumont blacks.  They have brought racism to the forefront over the last 20+ years.  All they see is color; black and not black, period.  They only care about the black community...well at least the blacks that vote only care about the black community.  They have a 10 ton chip on their should and it is sad.  They are given preferential treatment at every turn yet it still isn't good enough.  You have the school board President going off about how terribly he was treated as a child 50 years ago.  You have black 'leaders' calling white people "the enemy".  Yet, when any white person disagrees with a black in Beaumont he is immediately labeled a racist.  West Brook used to be known as the 'white school'.  For some reason, all of the blacks don't want there to be a 'white school' so they demand that they be allowed to transfer to West Brook.  Now, there are no 'white schools' in Beaumont even though West Brook is somewhat perceived that way since it is about 25 -30% white...basically the only public high school in Beaumont that a white student attends.  Why does that matter?  Because, it goes back to the administrations and the district 'leaders'.  They don't want the 'white school' to be successful in athletics.  They want Central and Ozen to be successful.  Personally, I wanted each high school to have their own football stadium for several reasons.  But, the black "leaders' didn't want that.  As for the facility at West Brook that wasn't completed.  That too goes back to the racist school board.  They didn't want to give the job to a white contractor.  They didn't follow the bid policy and gave it to a black contractor instead.  And the trustees wouldn't back down.  Screw the kids, screw West Brook, screw non blacks.  As for why Stump left.  I seriously doubt it was because of the fieldhouse but it may have played a role.  But it is more likely to do with the overall opportunity vs West Brook.  You've got West Brook in Beaumont with BISD in complete and total disarray.  You've got black leaders actively and overtly promoting racism.  And you've got a continued mass exodus of non-blacks out of Beaumont.  Plus, he will make more money at Atascocita, have more athletes, and have a district that is probably growing and not dying. I'm pretty sure his leaving will be viewed along racial lines as well.  The blacks will say good riddance and the non-blacks will be disappointed.  He did a great job at West Brook, just look at his record.  I hate to see him go but he'd be crazy not to. Sorry to get on a political tirade but it is all connected and it is all tied to Thomas, Reece, etc. [/quote]Yes, you can take that miserable masquerade to the locker room or the political forum as this is reserved for FOOTBALL. [/quote] I think his point is....that "miserable masquerade" is what is affecting FOOTBALL in BISD....so wouldn't it be relevant in THIS case? [/quote]So, you mean to tell me that[b] racism [/b] effects football in Beaumont?  I'm sorry, I missed that one. [/quote] off topic  8)
  5. [quote name="BMTSoulja1" post="1151527" timestamp="1325103801"] [quote author=AggiesWeAreNot link=topic=93336.msg1151508#msg1151508 date=1325102717] [quote author=vp32 link=topic=93336.msg1149506#msg1149506 date=1324480984] [quote author=BMTSoulja1 link=topic=93336.msg1149495#msg1149495 date=1324480178] [quote author=vp32 link=topic=93336.msg1149486#msg1149486 date=1324479048] [quote author=BMTSoulja1 link=topic=93336.msg1149484#msg1149484 date=1324478944] [quote author=vp32 link=topic=93336.msg1149477#msg1149477 date=1324478558] [quote author=BMTSoulja1 link=topic=93336.msg1149471#msg1149471 date=1324478214] I'm willing to bet because the media and your friends, the Dr. Thomas/BISD haters made you believe (influenced) what the truth is before even knowing the other side of the story, or even thinking hard enough to think that there may be another story to it. [/quote] Says the guy from Central.  ::) [/quote]And what does THAT mean?  If it is what I think it is, trust me, Bud, you don't want to go there at all.  So, let's hear it.  What does me being from Central have to do with it?  Sounds like you're getting low on amo if you are resorting to this.  8) [/quote] Lol i could go all day soulja. You know this. And I would love to know what you think it is. Why don't you let everyone know what you think it is. [/quote]Let's see.  You don't take my opinion or comment serious as shown by the rolling eyes.  You then you bring mention that I'm from Central.  To me, that would mean that you are saying that I'm not compentent enought to get any credibility.  Also, it may mean that since I'm a Central guy, us (Central people) as a whole as far as intellect or just flat out common sense are lacking and that you, a Vidorian, is in a great position to pass judgement on a 'Central guy'.  Now, I may be off base here, but Is THIS accurate?  If not, I would like to hear YOUR explaination as I origiinally asked. [/quote] Wow. Reading too much into things don't ya think? I was simply saying that you were from Central and not West Brook so i think Sgt. Rey would know a lil bit more about WB than you. And i did not "pass judgement" on a "central guy". Your the one judging me before you know what i'm even saying. [/quote] vp - you don't understand Beaumont...especially Beaumont blacks.  They have brought racism to the forefront over the last 20+ years.  All they see is color; black and not black, period.  They only care about the black community...well at least the blacks that vote only care about the black community.  They have a 10 ton chip on their should and it is sad.  They are given preferential treatment at every turn yet it still isn't good enough.  You have the school board President going off about how terribly he was treated as a child 50 years ago.  You have black 'leaders' calling white people "the enemy".  Yet, when any white person disagrees with a black in Beaumont he is immediately labeled a racist.  West Brook used to be known as the 'white school'.  For some reason, all of the blacks don't want there to be a 'white school' so they demand that they be allowed to transfer to West Brook.  Now, there are no 'white schools' in Beaumont even though West Brook is somewhat perceived that way since it is about 25 -30% white...basically the only public high school in Beaumont that a white student attends.  Why does that matter?  Because, it goes back to the administrations and the district 'leaders'.  They don't want the 'white school' to be successful in athletics.  They want Central and Ozen to be successful.  Personally, I wanted each high school to have their own football stadium for several reasons.  But, the black "leaders' didn't want that.  As for the facility at West Brook that wasn't completed.  That too goes back to the racist school board.  They didn't want to give the job to a white contractor.  They didn't follow the bid policy and gave it to a black contractor instead.  And the trustees wouldn't back down.  Screw the kids, screw West Brook, screw non blacks.  As for why Stump left.  I seriously doubt it was because of the fieldhouse but it may have played a role.  But it is more likely to do with the overall opportunity vs West Brook.  You've got West Brook in Beaumont with BISD in complete and total disarray.  You've got black leaders actively and overtly promoting racism.  And you've got a continued mass exodus of non-blacks out of Beaumont.  Plus, he will make more money at Atascocita, have more athletes, and have a district that is probably growing and not dying. I'm pretty sure his leaving will be viewed along racial lines as well.  The blacks will say good riddance and the non-blacks will be disappointed.  He did a great job at West Brook, just look at his record.  I hate to see him go but he'd be crazy not to. Sorry to get on a political tirade but it is all connected and it is all tied to Thomas, Reece, etc. [/quote]Yes, you can take that miserable masquerade to the locker room or the political forum as this is reserved for FOOTBALL. [/quote] I for one do not think it is a "miserable masquerade"....I don't agree with all of it, but it does bring up some points.... I noticed several off topic post on this thread, why you picking on just this one? and this would be welcomed in the locker room!
  6. [quote name="19bulldog88" post="1151255" timestamp="1325041705"] My son got a gamo pellet gun for christmas, he loves it and seems to be hitting the target regularly. [/quote] I got my son a Gamo with a scope(and lazer) last year and it's a one pump, shoots 1300 FPS with special pellet or around 1150 with regular.....It's louder than my friends 22 rifle....and my 10 yo gave my friend a shooting lesson at 30 yards.....lol....a very good gun.....I believe I paid around $200ish....
  7. [quote name="Dayton Transplant" post="1149552" timestamp="1324486013"] [b]Wherever you play, just make sure the fundamentals are taught correctly.[/b] That's your foundation for his/her future play. The rest will come in time. Good fundamentals in hitting-throwing and receiving the ball. They will build muscle memory and will make it much easier on them along the way. Eagle07 will agree with me on this. [/quote] Thats my point.....TRUE Story.....My son's 2nd year of LL, the coach walked up with "Coaching Youth Baseball the Ripken Way"......never played and never coached.. ;)
  8. [quote name="EAGLE07" post="1149013" timestamp="1324398698"] I've never really understood "select" at ages 6-12. Kids are still learning fundamentals of the game at this age and can learn it in league play, while they are still growing mentally and physically. IMO, "select", at least what I would consider the top teams (SunDevils, Houston Heat, Kyle Chapman, etc. ) , are suited better for the older players (14-18) who are trying to get a scholarship. I've seen many parents (who mean well ) spend alot of money and burn their kid out at an early age. Just my two cents. [/quote] I respect but disagree with your statement, ,my kid is 10 and I wish we would have started younger.  As I mentioned in another post, the coaching in select is at a much higher level than LL (only speaking from my experience, there may be exceptions). So, I feel if your going to dedicate the time, put them in a program that will benefit them the most.
  9. [quote name="indianforever" post="1149464" timestamp="1324477190"] i am new to this select stuff, but i was wandering how do i get my son on a select team. we live in port neches and he is 7 yrs old. i would love for him to have the experience [/quote] Look on this board for 7U or 8U teams and ask for a tryout.....
  10. [quote name="BLUEDOVE3" post="1148998" timestamp="1324396914"] Here is another example: Do you want your kid in AP classes or regular classes? This is what I find most unusual: Nobody says a word if you put your kid in classes that challenge them academically. But try and put them in an athletic situation (Select-& personally I hate the term "select" ) that challenges them with their peers, and it's a whole new ball game of *strikes and errors* thrown at you  from dissidents. ;) [/quote] Dove, as much as I ALWAYS disagree with you in the OTHER forum......that is about as truthful of a comment as they come. I think there is nothing wrong with challenging your kid both mentally and physically........ I honestly don't want my kid to be the best on the team......I always want him challenged and striving to do better.......
  11. [quote name="BLUEDOVE3" post="1147436" timestamp="1324072134"] [quote author=thetragichippy link=topic=84682.msg1147374#msg1147374 date=1324069485] [quote author=Bobcat101 link=topic=84682.msg1147351#msg1147351 date=1324067398] [quote author=BLUEDOVE3 link=topic=84682.msg1147212#msg1147212 date=1324058277] [quote author=Bobcat101 link=topic=84682.msg1147193#msg1147193 date=1324056273] I think like all activities, as parents we'll never know if it's was "Worth" it until our kids grow up and we are told by our kids if it was worth it. [/quote]Dang Bobcat! Thats too late. By that time they are either mad at us or happy ;D [/quote] That's my whole point. My best Friend that [b]"thought" is daughter LOVED basketball [/b] only to find out that his daughter only played because she thought that was he wanted. He coached her to 2 National Championships in Little Dribblers and multipal finials between 7-12.  So at the end of HS, she had a full ride to UH, Baylor and UT but never wanted to see a basketball again in her life. If you think it can't happen to you, it might not but it happen it to him. [b]Just a thought about if select is worth it.[/b][/quote] I have two thoughts on this: 1.  This is a baseball thread and not a basketball thread  ;D 2.  Could that not happen in LL?  What you described could happen in ANY sport, like basketball  ;).  Also, that has little to do with select and more to do with raising a child.  A parent has to let his child play sports for the right reasons.  Every sport my Son joins, he is asked by me if he wants to participate. He sat out a baseball season 2 years ago because he said he was wore out. I said OK and life was good. I have never forced or suggested my Son has to play.  When HE quits asking to play, I'll quit writing the checks......... [/quote] You are The Tin Man! You found a heart! :o [/quote] :P
  12. [quote name="Bobcat101" post="1147351" timestamp="1324067398"] [quote author=BLUEDOVE3 link=topic=84682.msg1147212#msg1147212 date=1324058277] [quote author=Bobcat101 link=topic=84682.msg1147193#msg1147193 date=1324056273] I think like all activities, as parents we'll never know if it's was "Worth" it until our kids grow up and we are told by our kids if it was worth it. [/quote]Dang Bobcat! Thats too late. By that time they are either mad at us or happy ;D [/quote] That's my whole point. My best Friend that [b]"thought" is daughter LOVED basketball [/b] only to find out that his daughter only played because she thought that was he wanted. He coached her to 2 National Championships in Little Dribblers and multipal finials between 7-12.  So at the end of HS, she had a full ride to UH, Baylor and UT but never wanted to see a basketball again in her life. If you think it can't happen to you, it might not but it happen it to him. [b]Just a thought about if select is worth it.[/b][/quote] I have two thoughts on this: 1.  This is a baseball thread and not a basketball thread  ;D 2.  Could that not happen in LL?  What you described could happen in ANY sport, like basketball  ;).  Also, that has little to do with select and more to do with raising a child.  A parent has to let his child play sports for the right reasons.  Every sport my Son joins, he is asked by me if he wants to participate. He sat out a baseball season 2 years ago because he said he was wore out. I said OK and life was good. I have never forced or suggested my Son has to play.  When HE quits asking to play, I'll quit writing the checks.........
  13. [quote name="BLUEDOVE3" post="1147212" timestamp="1324058277"] [quote author=Bobcat101 link=topic=84682.msg1147193#msg1147193 date=1324056273] I think like all activities, as parents we'll never know if it's was "Worth" it until our kids grow up and we are told by our kids if it was worth it. [/quote]Dang Bobcat! Thats too late. By that time they are either mad at us or happy ;D [/quote] I know my son LOVES it........and thats all that matters...... and for those that are bringing in Pitch count.....the select level pitcher is not going to throw 70 pitches in one or two innings like some LL pitchers....
  14. [quote name="westend1" post="1146346" timestamp="1323898569"] [quote author=thetragichippy link=topic=93089.msg1146345#msg1146345 date=1323897861] an old shipwreck? [/quote]  One would think that everybody would know about a shipwreck sitting that close to the surface. [/quote] Dunno.....
  15. [quote name="westend1" post="1146211" timestamp="1323883068"] All depends on how the league is run and how much community involvement you have.  i can assure you that Bridge City and West End have competitive league games.  The pitchers you see at West End are also pitching at Ford park on the weekends when schedules allow. [/quote] Westend, I agree to a point...I know Wend End, BC and Sour Lake are known for their stong LL programs. My city would not make the top 10 I'm sad to say. And my point was not to put down LL, it has it's place, but to comment on what a difference select was as far as coaching and talent......Didn't see anyone playing with the grass in any of the two tourmanents......
  16. an old shipwreck? 
  17. When this topic was created, I knew how I felt about the Little League program or Circus (My city), but had not had any experience in select. A couple months ago my son made a select/elite team.  We have played 2 tourneys and I have to say no matter what negatives you hear, it's worth it if you want to teach your son REAL baseball. My son has learned and improved more in these two months, than the 2 years in LL.  If I could do it all over again, he would have been in select from early on. We are still going to play LL this year.....because he wants to play against his friends, not for improving his game. I would recommend this to anyone who wants their kid to learn baseball at a completely different level.  I was amazed at the talent at the two tournaments we have participated in.  Can't wait till February!!
  18. [quote name="TX_RENEGADES" post="1145567" timestamp="1323804692"] [quote author=Scalp'em link=topic=92557.msg1145367#msg1145367 date=1323785362] [quote author=thetragichippy link=topic=92557.msg1145362#msg1145362 date=1323785000] [quote author=Scalp'em link=topic=92557.msg1145252#msg1145252 date=1323736214] [quote author=Bobcat101 link=topic=92557.msg1145126#msg1145126 date=1323724283] I figured it was going to be cold. Looking forward to some good baseball weather. I hope the USSSA tourney in Feb has a good turn out. Looking forward to playing some local team. BTW, what te does your son play for NDN Nation??? [/quote] If that was for me, I started a new team in Port Neches called Warriors Baseball. I have 1 BC kid, 2 Groves kids, and 7 Port Neches kids. [/quote] Hey Scalp'em.....my son's on the Renegades.......looking forward to finally meeting you at some point [/quote] Same here. We'll probably meet up that first tourney since we are both signed up for the 2/18. Looking forward to it. [/quote] Maybe you guys would like to scrimmage us this month or next month, let me know both our kids can use that to get ready [/quote] I ran into a guy from Lumberton in Sulphur that has a select team.  I should see him tonight, I will get his info for you.
  19. [quote name="OldBallCoach" post="1145468" timestamp="1323795778"] I truly hate that you had such a miserable experience here in Jasper “queenb”.  Yes we did charge $3 gate fee and sell basic concessions, but this was simply to cover the expenses of paying the referees.  The remaining money will all be donated to the Jasper Football Booster club.  The football program was generous enough to let us use their field (which they had to mow and paint for these two games).  I would not have been offended if I were asked to pay a few bucks to come and play at your stadium to cover expenses…if you have ever been involved in coordinating youth sports, you would know, there are WAY more expenses than people realize.  I think it is obvious when you look at our facilities, equipment, and uniforms…we are not running a money making youth football program here in Jasper.  As for the parents, I can assure you that there were unruly parents from BOTH sides.  This, unfortunately, is how some parents act everywhere you go.  I have coached football, baseball, and basketball all over southeast Texas and it is the same everywhere you go…a few loud mouths with filthy language are going to be there and you WILL hear what they have to say, like it or not.  You should know that you cannot observe their behavior as indicative of their town’s character…Heck, my wife had to listen to a small group of WOS parents spew “F” bombs and call the KIDS playing the game a variety of unspeakable things the entire game…but I am smart enough to know that they do not represent all of WOS fans. I cannot speak of the issues you had during the Senior game, but I can tell you as a coach, we had a GREAT time in the Junior game.  The kids really enjoyed playing the WOS Lil’ Mustangs and even though we were very disappointed in losing the game, our kids and the WOS kids shook hands and said “Good Game” afterwards, nothing else.  Just remember…these are KIDS and they just love to PLAY FOOTBALL!  My son even found a few kids he played against in baseball and visited for a while afterwards.  Coach Doobie and his coaches did a great job and I congratulate them on a hard fought victory. I really hope we can continue this game in the future.  It is fun playing another excellent 3A football program and giving all of our kids (Jasper and WOS) the opportunity to compete at a high level.  I hope this can develop into a FUN rivalry over the years …if the parents will just stay out of the way and let the KIDS PLAY FOOTBALL.…these two groups of kids are some GREAT PLAYERS and they will be playing against each other for YEARS to come… [/quote] Solid Post Coach!
  20. [quote name="westend1" post="1145370" timestamp="1323786864"] [quote author=Smoking Baby link=topic=92975.msg1145092#msg1145092 date=1323720748] Well, upgraded in boat size this year.  In smoking baby fashion, get off your tail and come fish or you suck.  ;D ;D Hey, if Liltex and cavemen can do it, so can you.  [URL=[Hidden Content]] [/quote] Looks nice.  What is it? [/quote] I wanna see the trailer for it  ;D :o
  21. [quote name="Scalp'em" post="1145252" timestamp="1323736214"] [quote author=Bobcat101 link=topic=92557.msg1145126#msg1145126 date=1323724283] I figured it was going to be cold. Looking forward to some good baseball weather. I hope the USSSA tourney in Feb has a good turn out. Looking forward to playing some local team. BTW, what te does your son play for NDN Nation??? [/quote] If that was for me, I started a new team in Port Neches called Warriors Baseball. I have 1 BC kid, 2 Groves kids, and 7 Port Neches kids. [/quote] Hey Scalp'em.....my son's on the Renegades.......looking forward to finally meeting you at some point
  22. [quote name="Bobcat101" post="1144445" timestamp="1323647568"] So how was that Toys for Tots this weekend. [/quote] Cold.........and very nice fields in Sulphur.......was very impressed
  23. So, what was the scores?
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