Monthly Archives: March 2013

FSA President’s Comments on the Masters

Posted on 2013-03-29 by stanistheman

As we celebrate 100 years of playing shuffleboard in Florida, we look forward to the 2013 Masters tournament to be played on April 1-4.  The top eight players  in the men’s and women’s divisions have almost been determined. We will … Continue reading →

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Two Newspaper Articles Sent Along by Bob Weber

Posted on 2013-03-29 by stanistheman

Stan speaks: I have said repeatedly that anytime you can get SHUFFLEBOARD on the pages of your local newspaper, you are investing wisely in your time!!  Non-Shufflers do not read either BLOGS or WEBSITES devoted to Shuffleboard.  However; some may … Continue reading →

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Southern District Masters Pix!! Sent Along By Colleen Austin

Posted on 2013-03-28 by stanistheman

In the Southern District Masters, each shuffler (8 + alternate) is given a pin, a framed certificate and a group photo.   See the pic on your left.  Finally: “Hats Off To The Person or Persons who came up with this … Continue reading →

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And the Posthomous Award Goes to Grover Flint.

Posted on 2013-03-28 by stanistheman

IN 1960 THE STATE HALL OF FAME WAS ORGANIZED AND THEY HAD TO SELECT THE FIRST HONOREES FROM A 32 YEAR PERIOD, 1928-60. ONLY 5 PEOPLE WERE SELECTED AND AMONG THIS HISTORIC GROUP WAS GROVER FLINT FROM THE LAKELAND CLUB.   GROVER … Continue reading →

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JOHNSON COUNTY SHUFFLEBOARD ASSOCIATION

Posted on 2013-03-28 by stanistheman

NEWSLETTER – 2013:   It’s time to think about Shuffleboard again. We had a good year in 2012.  Let us make it a better year in 2013. WE SHUFFLE AT THE JOHNSON COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS.  To read all the necessary details, click:  … Continue reading →

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And the MVPerson Award Goes to Mr. & Mrs. Robert Ball

Posted on 2013-03-28 by stanistheman

MR. & MRS. ROBERT BALL WENT ON A CRUISE 100 YEARS AGO!!  THAT CRUISE CHANGED OUR LIVES!!    ON THAT CRUISE THEY EXPERIENCED A NEW GAME; A GAME  PLAYED ON THE SHIP’S DECK WITH STICKS AND A HOP SCOTCH LIKE BOARD.  … Continue reading →

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And the MVPerson Award goes to Colleen Austin!!

Posted on 2013-03-25 by stanistheman

To-day at the Tournament of Champions in Clearwater, FL the MVPerson Award was awarded to Colleen Austin.  Colleen is hugely active in the support of Shuffleboard Activities, more so than any other living person!! I kid you not!!  To see just a … Continue reading →

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And the MVPerson Award goes to Ken Offenther!!

Posted on 2013-03-25 by stanistheman

Ken Offenther has been played a lead role in our 100th Anniversary Celebrations.  Ken not only suggested the idea of recognizing fellow shufflers who have done a great deal for shuffleboard but he is also organizing the MVP (Most Valuable … Continue reading →

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The Last Chance; The Tournament of Champions!!

Posted on 2013-03-24 by stanistheman

Please remember, click on the Title to be taken to the BLOG proper! Earl Ball has sent along his analysis of the Situation, the situation with regard to the possibilities as to who will be playing in the FSA MASTERS.  … Continue reading →

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TOC! Tournament of Champions!! We Mean It!!

Posted on 2013-03-24 by stanistheman

Last Name First Name Please remember; the very first thing to do is:  CLICK ON THE TITLE, in blue.   We have listed the Players in contention for the MASTERS.   The Top 8 Men and the Top 8 Women, following the TOC (Tournament … Continue reading →

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