Higgyball Online

We’re just a few days away from Higgyball, so stretch those joints and ready those coozies. Here are just a few reminders to ensure you have a good Higgyball experience:

• BE ON TIME! Reminder for the address: 7650 King Rd. Oxford, OH 45056. The event starts at 11:00am, so be there before then, especially if you’re on a team. Speaking of teams, take a look at the rules. Newcomers should familiarize themselves with how we run things. As usual, we’ll run everything through a computer on the deck, so you can see field assignments and standings on the big screen. Teams should check in at the deck computer when you arrive (this is especially important because we need all teams present to begin the tournament). If you’re ridiculously late, we’ll give you a loss for your first round match-up. If you know you will be late, please let someone know long before the start of the event.
• If you’ve signed up and your plans have changed regarding Higgyball, please let me know, and you’ll get your money back. If someone bows out the day of the event, we’ll take any replacements that are at Higgyball to fill the spot. If you would like to play and have yet to sign up, click here for the waitlist.
• If you pledged your balls to Higgyball, please bring your bocce sets with you, and check in with a council member for field assignment. We’ll do our best to make sure you leave with the same balls you arrived with.
• The weather looks to be close to perfect, but if needed, the rain backup date is Sunday, May 28, 2023. Any teams that cannot make that date will get a refund.
• Items to bring: water, sunscreen, bocce set(s), food items to share, lawn chairs, water, bug spray, sunglasses, tape measure, rain gear, swim suit and towel, and water.
• Ice! It’s so important, it needs its own section. Please bring a large bag or two of ice to throw in the giant communal beverage tubs.
• Just like recent years, parking is now in the big field to the left of the driveway (rather than on the right as in years past). Just park where everyone else is parked.
• Lastly, check out the Higgyball Dry Goods store for cool swag. Do it!

Unfortunately, it appears that someone at Zazzle has decided that this year’s cow logo is potentially in conflict with their trademark/copyright policies, and have pulled all of the Horrorshow (cow) products from Higgyball_Dry_Goods. That being said, I successfully ordered (and received) 3 cow stickers when the products originally went live, so there is a chance that you may have beat the system before the fun police showed up. More likely, your order was rejected and cancelled. If this is the case, Zazzle will refund you directly if, in fact, your were ever charged at all.

New, replacement items have been published and should go live by Tuesday, 5/2. Please visit Higgyball_Dry_Goods and take another swing at it. I apologize personally for the inconvenience.

On a positive note, yesterday’s registration was wildly successful. 29/32 Spots have already been filled! If you know anyone who has shown interest in joining us, I encourage you to let them know that we only have three spots left. See you soon!

Update 5/9/2023: We’re full! Please use the Wait List to get your team in line for a backup. We almost always have teams drop out, so don’t be shy!

Registration is now open! Click here to register.

As other teams register, you can follow along at the Bracket page. While you’re here, check out Higgyball Dry Goods to get your merch. If you don’t yet have a partner, sign up or look on the Free Agent list.

Also, don’t forget, the event will be held on Saturday, May 27, 2023 at 11:00am at 7650 King Rd. Oxford, OH 45056. Brush up on the rules, and don’t be late!

Here’s a quick reminder that Higgyball registration is happening this Sunday at 12:00pm! Visit www.higgyball.com to make sure you can access your account so that you don’t delay, as spots can often fill up fast. A link to the registration page will be sent right at noon, and then you can follow along at the Bracket page (some teams are already there because they were in the Final Four last year). If you don’t yet have a partner, please use the Free Agent list. When all spots are filled, we’ll open the Wait List. For those that sign up on Sunday, please remember to pledge your balls to Higgyball, as we need several sets of bocce balls to be able to run all fields at once. Also, you’ll have a chance to add music requests during registration.

While you’re here, visit the Higgyball merch store to get some H19 swag! Some great pieces from Patrick, as usual. Reminder that we’re using a new supplier that will ship the items directly to you.

If you’re new to Higgyball, you’ll probably need to know how to get there. Here’s the address: 7650 King Rd. Oxford, OH 45056. Keep an eye on the weather, and start planning now to make sure you don’t forget anything. Reminder that Higgyball is on Saturday, May 27, 2023 at 11:00am (sharp!) with a rain backup date of Sunday, May 28. See you out there!

Higgyball19 Registration will be open in less than one week, on Sunday, Apr 30, 2023 at 12:00pm. The tournament this year will be held on Saturday, May 27, 2023 at 11:00am.

Higgyball bocce is played with teams of two, so now is the time to make arrangements to find a partner (if you’re solo, add your name to the Free Agents list now, and maybe you’ll find that special someone before registration). Each team will be charged an entry fee of $10 during the online sign-up process.

Slots will be allotted for 32 teams. Don’t wait until the last second, as slots fill quickly. A wait list will be opened if all 32 spots are taken.

It’s coming! Save the date. Higgyball19 will be held on Saturday, May 27 at 11:00 in the AM.

Higgyball19 sign-ups will take place on Sunday, April 30th at 12:00PM (noon) at www.higgyball.com.

Higgyball bocce is played with teams of two, so now is the time to make arrangements with a partner if you haven’t yet. If you can’t find a partner, a “free agent” list will be provided for you. Each team will be charged an entry fee of $10 during the online sign-up process.

Slots will be allotted for 32 teams. 1st – 4th place from Higgyball18 will be provided automatic entry, but still need to sign up! Don’t wait until the last second, as slots fill quickly. A wait list will be opened if all 32 spots are taken.

Expect more info in the weeks to come, including updates on shirts, maps, registries, etc. If you have any questions don’t hesitate to contact me at patrickalytle@gmail.com.

Another great Higgyball is in the books. Congratulations are in order to Mike and Chris from The Fistful of Dice. Also, great job to the MVPs: Dana and Liam.

As always, we must thank our gracious hosts, Danielle and Marc, for letting us have this great party. If you happened to leave anything behind, please come get it as soon as possible. Also, save the date for the next Higgyball: May 27, 2023. See you next year!

The weather looks like it just might be perfect tomorrow, which is surprising considering the slop we’ve had the last few days. Here’s a final checklist for the big day:

• BE ON TIME! Reminder for the address: 7650 King Rd. Oxford, OH 45056. The event starts at 11:00am, so be there before then, especially if you’re part of a team. Speaking of teams, take a look at the rules. Newcomers should familiarize themselves with how we run things. As usual, we’ll run everything through a computer on the deck, so you can see field assignments and standings on the big screen. Teams should check in at the deck computer when you arrive, because we need all teams present to begin the tournament. If you’re ridiculously late, we’ll give you a loss for your first round match-up. If you know you will be late, please let someone know long before the start of the event.
• If you’ve signed up and your plans have changed regarding Higgyball, please let me know, and you’ll get your money back. If someone bows out the day of the event, we’ll take any replacements that are at Higgyball to fill the spot. If you would like to play and have yet to sign up, click here, there are still spots.
• If you pledged your balls to Higgyball, please bring your bocce sets with you, and check in with a council member for field assignment. We’ll do our best to make sure you leave with the same balls you arrived with.
• Items to bring: water, sunscreen, bocce set(s), food items to share, lawn chairs, water, bug spray, sunglasses, tape measure, rain gear, swim suit and towel, and water.
• Ice! It’s so important, it needs its own section. Please bring a large bag or two of ice to throw in the giant communal beverage tubs.
• Just like recent years, parking is now in the big field to the left of the driveway (rather than on the right as in years past). Just park where everyone else is parked.

We are now less than 10 days out from Higgyball 18, and for me that means watching the dreaded weather forecast. Right now it looks to be relatively warm but with a possible thunderstorm. Frequent participants may remember the extreme weather events of past Higgyballs, so it I’m sure we can handle whatever Mother Nature throws at us. If it looks really bad, we’ll use the rain back-up date of Sunday, May 29, 2022, and will let everyone know if that clause is invoked.

We still have a few spots open, so ask around to see if anyone would like to register. We can handle up to 32 teams, but we will make do with what we have no matter the number. We’ll even take teams the day of the event, so don’t be shy. If you need to change your team name or partner, or even need to bow out, please contact me.

Here’s the address for the event: 7650 King Rd. Oxford, OH 45056. Please remember to be on time. We start at 11:00am, so if you are playing, you need to be there well before that time. Don’t make us wait on you! Everyone should bring a large bag or two of ice to throw in the communal drinks bins.

Lastly, check out the Higgyball Dry Goods store for this year’s T-shirt choices, along with stickers, coozies, and pint glasses. These are ordered individually and delivered right to your door, so take advantage while supplies last.

Don’t forget to visit our new swag store supported by Zazzle: Higgyball_Dry_Goods. Aside from shirts – which are customizable by color, size, brand, style, and material – we’re also offering a number of other products like glassware, stickers, and coozies. So far, customers have been very pleased with the products!

Proceeds from all purchases will be donated to the Red Cross in support of the Ukrainian Humanitarian Crisis. There may be a surprise raffle for buyers if we are able to raise enough. So, stay tuned as your name will be entered for each item purchased.

Hit the link to check out the magnificent merch, and score some sweet deals by clicking the discount links. https://www.zazzle.com/store/higgyball_dry_goods

Tip: double check your shipping preference before placing your order. Thank me later.