bowlinger qua bowlinger

The radical, bowling-oriented splinter wing of Gutter v. Bowlinger finished the season last week. Though we took home no trophies, we stood our ground until the bitter end, and beyond. Did it resemble the Battle of Thermopylae? Yes.

So, the semester has ground to a close, and the Bowlingers are about to fling themselves centrifugally across the country and the world. But first, finals. And the disturbing transpirations of May Day. Next fall, the diaspora will continue, but every successful plan for world domination begins that way.

Good Luck, and God Speed, Bowlingerians.

Sorry for failing to update everyone on last week’s bowling action. With a couple of starters missing, due to circumstances, we showed our depth by fielding an all-female team. The Lady Bowlingers competed like a estrogen-fueled juggernaut, rolling over the Crocodiles (former league champions), who were rolling at half-strength.

This week, we’re back to our semi-normal line-up. I anticipate the presence of cupcakes, potentially containing some form of adult beverage.

Now we can get down to it. Bowling season is finally here, and the team can swing into action. Based on who showed up to the preview week, I think we can safely say that most of Gutter v. Bowlinger’s competition will be 1Ls. They’re going to lack the key experience which makes GvB a force in the law school league. They’re on our turf: we know what kind of nachos to order, how to keep people from getting confused over whose beer glass is whose, and how to work the alley computer. We’re returning three starters this year, and most of the bowlers we’ll be facing will be rookies who won’t know where to rent shoes or how to get the attention of the server.

I’m predicting a strong showing this week, as the experience factor is in full effect for Week One.