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Name This Race

As my legions of loyal readers know, I find the NYRR to be a fairly constant source of irritation.  Whether it's their mandatory "volunteer" policy, the increased "application fee" that results in approximately $500,000 collected from people who don't get accepted into the marathon, the cancellation of the MORE Marathon, the increase in race fees disguised as a "Parks Department fee" (even though the money paid to the Parks Department didn't increase, announcing that the Brooklyn Half would be held on a date for which the did not even hold the permit in Prospect Park, etc. - they sure know how to get to me.  Their latest glitch is more amusing than maddening.

Originally called the Park to Park, last month NYRR renamed this weekend's 5-miler in Central Park the Dash and Splash.  Reviving a race that began in 2001, runners would get to go for a dip in the Lasker Pool at the northern tip of the park after the race.  Only one minor technicality prevented this - the pool isn't open until July 1.  In fact there's no water in it.  Now, NYRR has moved to name #3 - The Dash.  I think my aforementioned loyal readership can do better.  Please submit your suggestions for the name of the race.  The winner will recieve a lifeguard's whistle, since NYRR won't be needing theirs.

And the Winner Is

The winning caption comes from Tom Buffolano's entry, "Just because you came to VCP with us doesn't mean that I will put worms into the pancakes for breakfast. got it??"

Honorable mention to Lauri Young's "Coach Cane sans glasses, 'Nicole, you are the most beautiful woman in the world!'"

For future reference, it's worth noting that since she's usually the judge on these items, flattering Nicole (as Ms Young did) almost guarantees you a spot on the podium.

Name That Runner

The woman pictured to the left is a world champion athlete.  This photo was taken on Ocean Parkway in the Brooklyn Half Marathon within the last five years.  Can you name her?  (Click on image to enlarge).

Caption Contest

Have your fun.  Submit your captions by week's end.  Entries will be judged based on creativity, originality, and just how much you poke fun at the coach.  The winner will be awarded a bag of sunflower seeds suitable for him/herself or a bird.

Since We're Good Sports

Since our friends in Texas have started the trash talking, it's time for a new contest.  Texas jokes.  I tend to favor Cowboys jokes, but anything about the state will do. Post 'em in the comments section.  The winner gets a pack of beef jerky.

 I'll get the party started.

Q:  What do you call 47 guys sitting around a TV watching the Super Bowl?

A: The Dallas Cowboys.

Caption Contest

Last week we told you about NSQ's latest New York Times appearance.  Now it's time for another photo caption contest.  Once she wakes up, NSQ has the Sharpie ready to autograph the photo for this week's winner.  Post your entries here in the comments section.

Caption Contest Winner

Last week we asked our vast and loyal readership for a caption for this photo of triple gold medalist Usain Bolt with City Coach's own Shane Neil.  The winning submission came from the team of Green Light and the ubiquitous Billy Simmons. 

How cool is this?  I'm standing with the winner of the High Heel-a-thon!!!

As promised, the winners will receive an autographed copy of this photo.  Shane - get your Sharpie ready.

Work, Work, Work

So while I was in Las Vegas, toiling away studying incredible bikes with impressive new components, as well as incredible showgirls with impressive new components, Shane was back in NY hanging with Usain Bolt. 

While we're here, it seems like time for another installment of our caption contest.  Please send entries by week's end.  The winner gets an autographed copy of the photo.

No More Calls, We Have a Winner

Last week we asked our faithful readers for the most Beavis and Butt-Head worthy real sports name.  Dan reached deep into the vault for Dick Felt, which complements some of the other worthy Dick-names; Dick Trickle and Dick Shiner being my favorites.  Still, for overall juvenile laughs, we're with Geoff who chose the football player with the Bond-girl worthy name,  Lucious Pusey.  I read where he had his name legally changed to Seymour, but sadly it was his surname that was changed. 

What's In a Name?

The third place finisher at today's NYRR Run for Central Park is listed as  Bo Gus.  That's right - his name is BOGUS. (I don't believe that for a second, but I love that some dude who managed to cross the line in 20:00 has a sense of humor.)  That got me to thinking about some of the other great names in sports.  I'm partial to former Major Leaguer Rusty Kuntz, and there was a guy who had a cup of coffee in the NBA whose name was Chubby Cox.  Still, for all-around good 13-year old boy style chuckles, it's hard to beat race car driver Dick Trickle.

Now for the interactive portion of our program, I'm asking you guys for some of the best sports names you've seen.  Our team of judges (Billy Simmons and me) will decide on the best submission and award a Beavis and Butt-head videotape to the winner.  Remember - only real, documented names of real athletes are eligible.