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It appears that we have a potentially sketchy day of weather ahead of us for H14.    Saturday morning, please mind your email as we’ll be sending any updates regarding delay or cancellation no later than 10:00 AM.  Be assured that we will do everything in our power to press through as the forecast for Sunday (our reserved rain day) looks even worse.  In the event that we are forced to cancel, any parties that cannot participate on the rescheduled day will be refunded in full.

Currently there are an array of forecasts ranging from an afternoon t-storm to biblical squalls.  The impression that I get is that the current local prediction is to expect a cloudy day that, according to Frank Marzullo, won’t be a “wash out”.  But, he did say to “plan for a storm.”  And, that, we can handle.

So, make sure to include a poncho, rain jacket, or umbrella on your list as we’ll play through everything possible.  See you soon!

A few things to go over before the big day next weekend:

• We have two spots left, and a registrant on the Free Agent list. If you’re still looking to play, check it out and sign up before the spots run out.
• We’ll use Scoresheet mobile app again! You can see how it works at http://app.higgyball.com (we’ll be using a different local version of the app at the event, so no need to save the URL). At the event, the app connects to the server on the deck to see live updates for scores, standings, the map, the rules, MVP voting, and photo uploading on your smartphone (we have a Wi-Fi network for the app, but no internet, FYI). Spectators can use it to follow the progress of the event. Teams don’t have to use the app (all match information goes through the Deck Manager anyway), but it’s a fun thing to have available nonetheless. Let me know if you have any questions.
• Please review the Rules before the event. Also, here’s the field map:
  
• Here’s a link to the event location. If that doesn’t work, it’s at 7650 King Rd, Oxford, OH 45056.
• Don’t forget the tent city. We encourage people to camp out after the event (weather permitting). Bring your tent or small camper and we’ll make sure to have a setup break during the day. Leave a comment on this post if you plan to camp out.
• Keep your eyes on the weather here.  At the moment, a possible storm is predicted, but that’ll change 10 times between now and then.  We will play through everything we can, so you may want to bring a poncho, rain jacket, or umbrella.
• H14 checklist: chairs, sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, cooler, bocce set (did you pledge your balls?), coozie, food, beverages.
• Last, but certainly not least, let’s all try and prevent House Team from winning again. Seriously.

We have just three spots left for the bracket. If you’re still thinking about registering a team, now is the time! Click here to register. If you don’t yet have a partner, add your name to the Free Agents list to find a buddy. We can form teams at the event as well if you show up wanting to play, as long as there are spots available. Don’t delay!

Monday at noon is the deadline to get your H14 T-Shirt. Act fast or you’ll regret it forever!

Due to very popular demand, we have closed the Music Registry. Good job getting after it. A few more things are available on the Food Registry, however, so take a few minutes and let us know what you can contribute.

Only two weeks left! See you soon.

Hola Higgyballers,

I hope this message finds everyone having a very happy Cinco de Mayo! 

There are a few topics worth mentioning now that we’re ankle deep in the month of May:

• There are only 4 SPOTS LEFT for this year’s tournament.  If you have been considering playing, now is the time to act.  Click here to sign up.  Spread the word.
• In an attempt to make H14 ever more interactive, we want you to help build the soundtrack.  Enter your jam(s) in the Music Registry on the right column of the Home Page.
• If you’d like to take home a piece of H14 swag, visit our T-Shirts page by May 15th.

• Don’t forget to add to the Food Registry here.

Stay dry, and have a great weekend!  See you soon.

H14 Registration is open: Go!

Follow along on the Bracket page. When you register, don’t forget to pledge your balls to Higgyball, and add a few songs to the Music Registry list.

If you don’t have a partner, please add yourself to the Free Agents list. When all team spots have been filled, the Wait List will open up.

While you’re there, don’t forget to buy a Shirt (sales end May 15) and add to the Food Registry.

Please email mark.r.walker@gmail.com if you have any problems or questions. Good luck!

Howdy Higgyballers! This is your friendly reminder that registration for H14 is coming up: Sunday, April 30 at 12:00 PM sharp. The cost, as always, is $10.00 per team. In case you don’t know the drill by now, you’ll pay via PayPal, but you don’t necessarily need a PayPal account; you can enter a credit card to pay. During registration, we’ll also ask that teams choose a few things from the Food Registry and add their contributions to the Music Registry.

We also want you to pledge your balls to Higgyball this year. Last year we had a snafu with the number of full-sized bocce ball sets, so we want to make sure we have the right numbers this year. The balls should be between 107mm and 115mm. We want to know if you or your teammate (or both!) can pledge to bring your balls. There will be a place during team registration to let us know how many sets you can bring. No worries if you don’t have a set, though (but now may be a good time to buy one).

Last, but certainly not least, we’ll also have the swanky new H14 T-shirts for sale. We have some awesome designs from Mr Lytle this year! Prices start at $19.00. Click the images below get a sneak peak at the designs, and look for order page to go live by this Sunday.

Hey folks. There was a slight verbiage issue with the last email, so I’m sending a quick update.

Important Dates

• Sunday, April 30, 2017 – Team Registration and start of T-Shirt sales at 12:00pm.
• Monday, May 15, 2017 – End of T-shirt sales.
• Saturday, May 27, 2017 – Higgyball 2017 Memorial Tournament begins at 11:00am.
• Sunday, May 28, 2017 – Higgyball rain backup day.

Pledge Your Balls

Last year we were shy a few sets of balls. Therefore, in order to mitigate this problem, we kindly ask that you to pledge to bring your full-size set of balls to Higgyball this year. Look for that on the team sign up form. We may reach out to others that have sets if we don’t get enough during registration, so let a Council member know, even if you’re not planning on attending the event.

On behalf of the organizers, I’m proud to announce the 14th Annual Higgyball Memorial Bocce Ball Tournament. By now I would assume that we all know the drill pretty well, but for those who may need it, I’ll be happy to remind you.

1. Please spread the word to all interested parties to sign up for our post alert system at www.higgyball.com (the Higgyball Alerts box on the right).

2. Team registration (2 players per team) will occur at 12:00 PM on Sunday, April 30th, 2017. Go to www.higgyball.com to register. $10 per team will be charged through PayPal as an entry fee to cover expenses (though you can pay via credit card without a PayPal account if necessary). You need both team members to register a team (see below for the Free Agents list). Last year’s top 4 teams will be granted an automatic spot, BUT STILL NEED TO REGISTER AND PAY (they’ll receive the registration link prior to April 30th). A total of 28 teams will be granted entry into the tournament.

3. Registration sometimes fills up quickly. In the event that our bracket fills up, a waiting list will be opened (to open after registration begins). If you are unable to enter your team due to a full bracket, be sure to sign up on the waiting list. Waiting list teams have won the tourney in the past!

4. H14 will be held on Saturday May 27th, 2017 at 11:00 AM at the Tincher homestead in Oxford, Ohio. An address and directions will be provided on the website. We will reserve Sunday, May 28th as a “rain day”.

5. In an attempt to make the event ever more interactive, the food and music registries will be included in the team sign-up process this year. This year, the soundtrack belongs to you. In the event that we need more songs, a music registry will be opened to the public. The food registry will be open to all, as usual.

6. Send us pics of you and/or your loved ones wearing your Higgyball swag throughout the year and tell us where you were. We’ll add it to our “Where Have Your Balls Been” page on Higgyball Online. Also, be sure to send us any pics from last year’s tournament.

7. Be on the lookout to grab your favorite H14 souvenir T-shirt. There are some great designs to choose from this year for both the ladies and gents! T-shirt sales will open on April 30th and close May 15th in order to have everything printed by the tourney.

8. In an effort to increase public safety, we’d like to encourage participants to stay the night and camp or find alternate transportation if necessary.

9. If you haven’t contacted or found your partner, now is the time to do so. We have a Free Agents page for those needs.

10. Last year we were shy a few sets of balls. Therefore, to mitigate this, we kindly ask that you to pledge to bring your full-size set of balls to Higgyball this year. Look for that on the team sign up form.

So, polish your balls, spit-shine your medals, and lay out your jerseys. It’s officially bocce season, folks!

Expect to hear more from your friendly, neighborhood Council members soon!

Sincerely,
Patrick Lytle
Higgyball Council
patrickalytle@gmail.com

Here is your way-too-early reminder about the upcoming Higgyball 2017 event! We’ll all be enjoying playing with Higgy’s balls on Saturday, May 27, 2017 at 11:00AM (with the following day as the rain backup). Team Registration will open on Sunday, April 30, 2017 at noon, so mark you calendars for both dates, and keep an eye on the site for more details to come!

With another successful Higgyball in the books, we have a quick follow-up survey for you to take. It’s just one question, so it’ll be quick and painless:

https://www.higgyball.com/awesome-surveys/post-event-survey-2016/

It’s anonymous, so fire away! We take your suggestions and criticisms seriously, and with your help, can make next year’s Higgyball even better.

Please feel free to forward this on to teammates who didn’t register a team, as they may not be on the mailing list.

Thanks!