Bucs Win But it Was No Slaughter

103 – Hall (SD) ff 6-0 6-0

112 - Harris (AM) pins Mcpherson by cradle in the second period 6-6

119 - Ore (AM) beats Villanueva in a decision 6-9

125 - Montero (SD) beats Cortez by a major 10-9

130 - Perez (AM) beats Rojas in a decision 10-12

135 – (SD) ff 16-12

140 - Metellus(SD) wins by major 20-12

145 - Sanders(SD) wins by tech 25-12

152 - Eddie(SD) wins by pin 31-12

160 - Montalvo (SD) wins by major 35-12

171 - Abeledo (AM) wins by inj. def. 35-18

189 - Castillo (AM) wins by decision 35-21

215 - Wiggins (SD) wins by decision in overtime 38-21

285 - Chirino (AM) wins by pin 38-27

Despite two forfeits American manages to keep it close, a testament to Osorio, his kids and their preparation. It is now more evident than ever that South Dade's off season acquisitions managed to keep the Patriots at bay for yet another year.


SD

I was impressed with Montero for South Dade; he has gotten bigger and stronger and has added some SD magic to his game. He looks to be a force at 125 and could present a problem for someone who thought their ticket to Lakeland was stamped.

Villanueva looks too small for 119, and I would not be surprised to see him make the cut to 112 soon but then what happens to McPhearson.

Metellus and Sanders were their usual impressive selves, both were trying to get SD pins but American was in pure survival mode in these two matches and in both managed to give up fewer points that South Dade was inclined to acquire.

Eddie was not impressive to start, but a burst of athleticism earned him a pin that helped to seal Americans defeat.

Montalvo impressed as well with a vice grip, head pressure, and a series of Near Fall scoring maneuvers that outclassed his opponent for a major decision.

Wiggins was underwhelming at best, maybe I expected more form him but he could easily have lost to a virtual unknown.


AMR

Harris was Very impressive, huge for a twelve pounder and my early favorite to Steal the 112 division, he dominated McPhearson and overpowered his much smaller rival.

Ore was impressive as well as he managed to defeat a more seasoned and more accomplished wrestler, but I feel that Villanueva is better suited for a lower weight class, the problem is where does that put McPhearson who is already small at 112, quite the dilemma for Balmeceda I think

Perez was impressive as well, as much a bruiser as his brother was, but also showed some skill and endurance his brother never had, he will be a force at 130.

Abeledo and King had a violent head collision; it was hard to tell who got the worst of it because King was not allowed to continue due to what might be concussion as the trainer repeatedly checked his eyes with a flashlight before calling the match. Abeledo was having his head examined by the trainers as if he possibly needed stitches. Abeledo seemed the stronger of the two and was well in control and ahead of King when the collision ended the match.

Castillo does not look like much but was able to handle the seemingly more athletic Webster.

Chirino was Frustrated by SD’s heavy for a while but eventually used his superior size and strength to Subdue and Pin the smaller opponent.

A Brief History of Ron Osorio

Osorio's history

He wrestled at Miami Beach and stayed like so many other kids to help his former coach. He coach for 5 years there before something happened and he stopped. I believe that last year Miami Beach sent 7 to the state tournament and placed 3rd in Regionals. After his departure Miami Beach suffered a collapse similar to the one Hialeah suffered at his departure. Here are some names that may be attributed to Osorio at Miami Beach other than Baez.


Steve Carry
Steve Knight
George Thompson
Eden Gervais
Edgar Velazquez
Antoine Miranbeaux
James Jean-Baptiste
Mohammed Sadeek
Jackie Hayes
Just some who Osorio coached at Beach High, quite the impressive little list.



He was out of wrestling until he began to coach at JFK middle school where he was feeding NMB senior. Once again and for some unknown reason he leaves for Hialeah instead of taking over the NMB program. NMB may not have suffered that great collapse that Miami Beach or Hialeah went thru but many still wonder what might have been, sincve many of the wrestlers that would have followed Osorio to NMB ended up at Krop doing great things for Phillips. Again I will do you the pleasure of listing some names from his middle school program:


Michael Dominguez
Andrew Lankford
Wendell Eloi
Eloi Windel (yes they are different)
Caringhton Janvier
Geovanni Harris (yes that had history before Harris went to Phillips)


It seems that where ever he goes he works to get his kids better.
Not sure what happened at Hialeah either but just for fun I will list the names of the studs and potential studs he left there on his way out to American where all he did was create a new crop of studs.


Michael Nates
Daniel Ogando
Alain Espinosa
Robert Aguila
Jose Balboa
Jhonar Gonzales


The bottom line is this, Osorio goes to a school and they have great teams. Not the best, never the best but great enough for people to take notice. He does this mostly without a middle school program, without a kids program, and without multiple coaches.


No, Osorio is not Spiderman, but if he were what else would he say, and how would he have all this information. Remember when the Spiderman was Coney and the rationale was that Coney hated Brandon. Then I was Mahler because Mahler hated Brandon but also loved South Ridge. Then I was Pardo because I loved South Miami kids and spoke highly of Pardo, South Dade, and Pardo's friend Balmeceda. Then I was KW because SD was the greatest thing since sliced bread and it just seemed like the I was way too smart, and had way too much information and knowledge of computers and Mathematics. Now I am Osorio because I have hated on South Dade for their recent behavior, and because I have picked a little on the saintly boys of Columbus. OK if you say so...

I sincerely care very little for whom you think I might be, my real interest, what keeps me going, and my true anticipation is on whom you think I will be next.

The Spiders Lair Welcomes our Newest MemberRicky Bobby

Hey Ricky how do you like your page?

Lets make a deal register your name and I will let you say what ever you want, about me about Spideysorio, about Columbus, about anything so long as it is not profane and does not cross the boundaries set forth by the Google Gods.

I am always willing to give equal time not just to people that might agree with me, but also to those with dissenting views. This has always been my policy. Write up anything you want, it could be 100% pro Columbus, I promise to put it on the front page. This offer is not just for you but for anyone out there.

So bring it Ricky Bobby.

Match by match result of the Braddock vs Columbus Dual meet

119 Julio Fernandez Brad vs Kevin Gurevich Col. Takedown and scramble Gurevich gets 4, Fernandez escapes for 1. Fernandez tries a head and arm, but Gurevich scores off of it and gets back for 9 – 1 at the end of the period. Fernandez get a reversal and the pin 1:30 into the second period.

125 Gabe Chandler Brad vs Lazaro Borges Col. Laz is deep on a high crotch, but Gabe scores with his defense. Laz almost gets a reversal off of Gabe’s turn attempt. Gabe regains control and get the pin with 1 second left in the period.

130 Danny Oger Brad vs George Gulesian Col. George gets the takedown right away with back points. First period ends 4 – 0. George gets another takedown and the pin 25 seconds into the second period.

135 Fernando Baltadono Brad vs Jake Rio Col. Fernando in quick low shot, Jake defends. Jake spins behind for the takedown after 1 minute of defending his leg. Jake gets a leg in, locks up the banana split and get the pin with 3 seconds left.

140 Randy Pineyro Brad vs Louis Nodar Col. Randy in on a shot and Louis defends it. Louis tries a throw on the edge, but Randy gets out. Louis in on a single, but Randy gets out. Randy working on a front headlock, but Louis gets out. Restart with 30 seconds left. Louis scores off of a double leg with 15 seconds left. 2 – 0 Louis. Second period Louis is down. Louis stands up and Randy brings right back down, a slam is called. Louis takes his recovery time, but continues the match. Gets his escape after 10 seconds and has a 4 – 0 lead. Randy in on a deep double, but Louis funks out. Randy scores a quick takedown of the restart and left Louis go, 5 – 2. Randy in on a single, Louis tries to funk under, but Randy is awarded the takedown and 3 back points to take the lead 7 – 5. Restart with 10 seconds left, Randy is able to ride him out to retain his 2 point lead. Randy takes down to start the third. Louis puts in a leg and is working a power half. Louis works that leg series for a long time. Randy get a reversal and 2 back points with less than 10 seconds left. Randy 11 – 5.

145 Ramiro Rojas Brad vs Nick Martin Hidalgo Col. Nick gets a takedown and back points in a head and arm finish. He losed the hold and gives up penalty point for the illegal hold. Period ends 5 – 1. Nick takes down. Nick gets his escape followed by a takedown off an attempted head and arm. Nick gets the pin 51 seconds into the second period.

152 Hernan Madrid Brad vs Andrew Phells Col. Madrid gets a takedown late in the period. Andrew starts on bottom and gets a reversal after 1 minute into the second period. Andrew rides him out for the final 1 minute of the second period. Madrid takes bottom to start the third. Madrid gets the escape late in the third period. Restart from neutral with 40 seconds left. Madrid gets the takedown and back points to secure the victory 7 – 2.

160 Vasiley Udolkin Brad vs Allen Pena Col. Allen score of a lateral early in the match. Allen gets the pin with 14 seconds left in the first period.

171 Nate Jean Brad vs Alex Fernandez Col. Alex gets a takedown for a 2 – 1lead in the first period. Alex starts the second period on the bottom. Nate rides Alex out for the second period. Nates starts the third period on bottom. With 45 seconds left Alex locks hans and Nate gets an escape for a 3 – 2 lead. Nate then secures a takedown to build his lead to 5 – 2. Alex is injured and can not continue, Nate wins by injury default.

189 Christian Lopez Brad vs Kevin Casasnovas Col Christian starts the match with a head and arm, Kevin calls for injury time after 45 seconds. Christian is up 6 – 0. After the restart Christian lets him go then throws him for the pin in 1:41.

215 forfeit Brad vs Nick Charles Col.

285 Danny Vinegra Brad vs Alex Wethy Col. No points scored in the first period. Alex hits a nice low single just as time was expiring, no score. Danny starts on bottom. Late in the period he gives up 2 back points as he tries a fat boy roll. Alex starts the third period on bottom and gets an escape with in 5 seconds. Alex gets a takedown late in the third and with 14 seconds left he gets the pin.

103 forfeit Brad vs Mark Gulesian Col.

112 Bryan Berrios Brad vs Matt Noffo Col. Matt with a quick takedown. Period ends 2 – 0. Wrestlers are neutral for the second period. Matt scores off of a pancake type takedown. Period ends 7 – 0. Matt is down, get a reversal and the pin 44 seconds into the third period.

Updated Rankings

The updated rankings are out; unfortunately I only received 7 ballots that I could count as I did not accept the anonymous votes. If you'd like to participate in the ranking process there are three ways you can do it, either post it with a registered name on the Spiders Lair (I don't know what the big deal is you will still be anonymous) or you can send me your private ballot at iamspiderman on the FKu site or to my private email at spiderman_fkn_wrestling @ yahoo.com

All weight classes were not complete because I did not include the names of any wrestlers that did not get at least 3 votes out of the 7.

We will do it again next week and hopefully get a better sampling. Tell your friends to register and vote or to send me private mail, make your self heard and make your opinion count.

New Poll (Registered Member Only Please)

I will start a new poll on team and individual rankings, but it will only be open to registered voters. The reason I can only tabulate registered voters is so that voters may only cast one ballot. If I were to allow anonymous voters then the box could be stuffed and I won't have that.

Here is how it will work.

The voters compile a list of Teams from 1 to 10 with 1 obviously being the highest rank, the voters will then do the same for the individuals in their respective weight class but individuals will only be ranked 1 to 5. I will compile the rankings every Monday and post the consensus. The rankings will be featured on the right side of the blog as a permanent section week to week, the first edition will be out next Monday.

So get your list ready and start posting which teams and individuals you feel are tops in Dade County.

P.S. If you prefer to vote privatly for fear that someone might know your alias but do not wish to be excluded, you can send me your votes privately at the FKN private box under the name "iamspiderman" or you can email it to me at Spiderman_fkn_wrestling@yahoo.com.

Wrestling Scores

Durant Finals

The Finals did not go in order, they went 103, 285, 112, 215, etc. All the #1 seeds made the Finals, and 10 of them won. Team Results 1 South Dade 2 Riverdale 3 Osceola 4 Springstead 5 Manatee


103 Earl Hall SD vs Tavis Laxton Suw

Travis scores off of a double 30 seconds into the match, rides him tough for the rest of the period. 2 – 0. Laxton choice and he goes down, after the third restart Laxton gets an escape off a stand up. Earl in on a takedown on the edge, out of bounds, restart with 45 seconds left in the second. 3 – 0 end of 2. Hall choose neutral, good single, Laxton gets out of it. Earl scores off a duck under 20 seconds into the third. Out of bounds on a turn attempt, 1:05 left in the match 3 – 2 Laxton. Stand up 4 – 2 with 1 minute left. Stalling on Laxton 50 seconds left. Earl in on a single and he runs him over 4 – 4 with 30 seconds left. Laxton sit out with 15 seconds left 5 – 4 Laxton. Earl throws head and arm with 3 seconds left, but he can’t finish. Final 5 – 4 Travis Laxton Suw.


285 John Wofford PB vs John Lopez PBG

Lopez scores of a knee block 1 minute in. Lopez rides him out 2 – 0. Wofford chooses down and scores off a reversal 10 seconds into the second. Lopez gets away with 1:10 left, 3 – 2 Lopez. Lopez chooses neutral, some good heavyweight pummeling, Lopez picks up a stall warning with 1 minute left. Lopez goes for an inside trip, Wofford tries to counter with a head an arm, but Lopez slips out to score the 2. Wofford get the escape, but the match ends 5 – 3, John Lopez PBG


112 Quintavian McPhearson SD vs Alex Hamm Dur

30 seconds in, no score stop for blood. Quint scores off of a single with 1:15 left. Alex tries to funk, stallmate, restart with 35 seconds left. End of first 2 – 0 Quint. Alex chooses down, Quint chooses to give the point and start neutral. Duck under to a head and arm with 30 seconds left, Alex fights it off to see the third period, 7 – 1 Quint. Quint chooses neutral and scores off a throw by, 9 – 1 with 1:30 left. Alex escapes 9 – 2 with 1 minute to go. Alex gets a stall point, match ends 9 – 3 for Quintavian McPhearson SD.


215 Willie Wiggins SD vs Trevor Dunn Rdale

Willie scores a quick takedown and release 2 -1 20 seconds into the match. Willie scores 5 with 20 seconds left (sorry I looked away and missed the takedown). Willie chooses down and hits a quick stand up. High Crotch and release 10 – 1, with 1:20 left in the second. Trevor steps in and Willie whips him down for 5 more. Willie lifts Trevor with wrist and crotch control and places him on his back, for 3 more. Final Willie Wiggins
SD 18 – 2 in 3:47


119 Mauricio Villanueva SD vs Gabriel Chandler Brad

Gabe hits an outside single, switches off to a double for a takedown 30 seconds into the match. Gabe rides him out, 2 – 0. Gabe is on bottom to start the second, gets an escape 15 seconds in and scores off another shot 30 seconds in the second. Mauricio gives up a stall point towards the end of the second 6 – 0. Third period starts neutral, Gabe scores another takedown. Mauricio gives up another stalling point with 30 seconds left. Final score 9 – 0 Gabriel Chandler Brad.


189 Caylor Williams PB vs Scott Werm Spr

Scott earns a quick takedown and Caylor escapes. Caylor goes for a dump and Scott counters, after a series of counters Caylor earns the takedown in a Peterson like position as they go out of bounds Caylor picks up 3 back points and Scott gets an escape 6 – 3 with 2 seconds left. Scott starts the second period on bottom, Caylor rides tough and scores 2 of a bar arm series as the period ends, 8 – 3 Caylor. Caylor starts the third period on bottom and gets a quick reversal. After a potential dangerous call, score is 10 – 4 with a restart with 1:30 left. Caylor rides him out, final 10 – 4 Caylor Williams PB


125 Eric Chandler Brad vs Nick Soto Spr

Eric in deep on a single, Nick tries to funk, but Eric catches him on the back. They get out of bounds 5 – 0 Eric. After a restart Nick gets an escape 5 – 1, Eric gets another takedown off a scramble. Great scramble and Eric gets another takedown, but the scrambling and funking continues. Nick starts the second period on the bottom. Nick tries to roll, gets caught a couple of times, close to nearfall criteria, but no back points are called. Eric gives up a penalty point and a restart with 50 seconds left. Second period ends 7 – 2. Third period starts neutral, Eric scores another takedown 15 seconds into the period. Eric rides him out to finish the match with a 9 – 2 victory for Eric Chandler Brad.


171 Jacob Harmer GV vs Levi Clemmons Osc

Jacob goes straight to the front headlock, but Levi gets out of it. Second front head lock and Jacob is able to spin behind and throw a leg in to establish control. Jacob gets the pin with 36 seconds left. Jacob Harmer GV pin in 1:24


130 Matt Nereim WSp vs Joe Locksmith Osc

Joe score a quick takedown and release. Great scramble off of a Locksmith single leg, Nereim flips through the leg, no points scored Joe scores off 2 more spin behinds as the period ends 6 – 2 Joe. Second period starts neutral and Nereim flips out of another single leg attempt. 30 seconds into the second period, Joe gets another takedown. Matt gets his third escape which Joe quickly answers with his fifth takedown. Off of his stand up, Matt hits a nice head and arm to make the score 10 – 8. Matt starts off the third period down, Matt gives up a stalling point after being riding for 45 seconds. Matt tries to funk off the restart. Matt finally scores his escape off a stand up, 11 – 9 Joe with 30 seconds left. Matt pummeling and throws him for 5 with 8 seconds left. Final 14 – 11 Matt Nereim WSp.


160 John Nichols Lake vs David Richardson LG

David whips John to his back for 4, 40 seconds into the match. John stands up and picks up a stall warning and an escape with 50 seconds left. John starts the second period down. After a minute of being ridden, John scores a stalling point and an escape to make it 4 – 3. David starts the third period on bottom. Lots of action, no points scored, until 30 seconds left and David is called for stalling from the bottom and the match is now tied 4 – 4. Here we go with the first overtime match of the night. John drops for a shot on the edge of the mat, restart with 40 seconds left. David pushing with double underhooks, not points scored. David starts the first tie breaker on the bottom and gets an escape in about 5 seconds. John takes his turn on bottom in the second tie breaker period being down by 1. John stands up but can’t get away as David tries to bring him back down. David Richardson LG wins 5 – 4 in TB3. David beat the #3, #2, and #1 seed in consecutive matches.


135 Pete Baldwin Osc vs Wilson Metellus SD

Wilson scores off a double quickly, and he cuts Pete after about 10 seconds. Pete ends up on top off a scramble, with legs in and rides him almost all the way, but Wilson gets a reversal as the buzzer sounds. 4 – 3 Wilson . Second period starts on their feet, Wilson shots in and Pete spins out. Wilson in deep on another single, but Pete scrambles out of it. Wilson in on yet another single, but can’t score as time expires. Still 4 – 3, Wilson . Pete picks down, Wilson chooses to go neutral so we are tied with 2 minutes left. Pete scores off of Wilson ’s shot attempt, after he stretches him out. Restart with 1:05 left and Pete is on top and up by 2. Pete gives up a stall warning with 25 seconds left. Off the restart Wilson gets in deep on a reversal and gets it with 5 seconds left. For the second straight match we are going to overtime. Pete turns Wilson ’s shot into a takedown and pin. Pete Baldwin Osc pin in 6:30


152 Alex Eggers Osc vs Nick Rex LG

Alex in deep on a high crotch and after a brief fight, Nick bails out and gives up 2 before possibly going to his back. Alex rides him out for 1:20. Nick chooses down, and gets 1 after a while. Alex gets another takedown with 15 seconds left. Restart with 5 seconds left. 4 – 1 after 2 and Alex starts the third period on bottom. After an escape the score is 5 – 1 with 1:30 left. At the 1 minute mark Alex scores his third takedown. Even with 2 restarts Alex rides him out to win. Final score 7 – 1 Alex Eggers Osc.


140 Brett Jorge LG vs Herman Hernandez Riv

Scoreless first period, a couple of restarts. Brett wins toss and goes on bottom. Brett is up and out in 3 seconds. Brett gets a takedown late in the second period to earn a 3 points lead. Herman goes on bottom to start the third, he gets his escape with 30 seconds left and 10 seconds later he scores off a double to tie the match. Restart with 17 seconds left and Herman is on top, Brett pops right up, Herman drops to the leg and fights it. Overtime here we come. Takedown on the edge, Brett is signaled with the winning takedown, Coach Sargable confers with the ref, no change. Brett Jorge won the match 5 – 3 in Overtime.


145 Kendrick Sanders SD vs Gabriel Bird Osc

Kendrick scores off of a snatch double in 15 seconds. After the restart they are neutral. Kendrick scores off of a single leg on the edge. After a conference, the takedown stands. Kendrick rides him out 40 seconds, including 3 restarts, but Gabriel gets away with 3 seconds left. Second period and Kendrick goes down and he escapes after 10 seconds, Kendrick is up 5 – 2. Some great scrambles, but no points for the next minute. Period ends with them in the center banging away. Third period and Gabriel picks down, Kendrick goes optional start and lets him go, score is now 5 – 3 Kendrick. A lot of banging, 1 minute left and they are in the center of the mat. 43 seconds left and a restart, Gabriel takes a fake shot, followed 1o seconds later by a low single attempt. Kendrick gets a stall warning with 15 seconds left. Winner, Kendrick Sanders SD 5 – 3.

A New Poll Hits The Lair

Who will win?

American VS Columbus

It a simple question, let us know what you think and why. What are your scenarios?

We have a month to discuss it as they will not face of until the 7th of January, I'm sure much will change between now and then but the implications are that the team that wins this match will be the official Brides Maid, the First Loser, the number ONE team in the City after the Best team in the city, the second best team in Dade County because we all kow who the best team is already. It's a good thing there is at least a little Drama for second place or this might be one boring a$$ season.

This Weeks Scores

South Dade 55 Braddock 18

119 Mauricio Villanueva SD pin :55 Julio Fernandez Brad 6 - 0

125 Gabe Chandler Brad pin 2:37 Andres Montero SD 6 - 6

130 Eric Chandler Brad pin 3:28 Robert Rojas SD 6 - 12

135 Jesse Ramirez SD dec 11 - 6 Danny Oger Brad 9 - 12

140 Wilson Mettelus SD pin 1:33 Fernando Baltadono Brad 15 - 12

145 Randy Pineyro Brad dec 5 - 1 Daren Anguiano SD 15 - 15

152 Kendrick Sanders SD pin John Alvarez Brad 2:41 21 - 15

160 Luis Montalvo SD tech 15 - 0 2:55 Dennis Madrid Brad 26 - 15

171 Shawn King SD forfeit 32 - 15

189 Travus Webster SD pin 3:34 Christian Lopez Brad 38 - 15

215 Willie Wiggings SD pin 3:32 Nate Jean Brad 44 - 15

285 Danny Viniegra Brad dec 3 - 2 Oscar Paz SD 50 - 18

103 G. Ponce SD forfeit 50 - 18

112 Javier Carbajal SD tech 21 - 6 4:13 Bryan Berrio Brad 55 - 18

American sacks Miami High

then decimates South West

No real Shocker that American won these duals, that was expected, the real shockers here are the margins of victory. That American could very nearly overwhelm two of Dade Counties top 10 teams is impressive to say the least. I went to this Dual expecting much more but left frankly a little disappointed, though impressed with American. Miami High just came off a decent beating at the hands of Columbus the night before so they might not have been wrestling at 100% while SW chose to FF a number of matches to American for reasons undetermined. South West and Miami High both have very fine individuals in spots; that American could win 11 of 13 matches against MIA and allow SW but a forfeit victory is quite the tale. Oliver for SW sat in the stands the whole night, I'm not sure why he is out of the line-up but he was not in uniform, maybe somoene out there could shed a little insight as to Oliveras conspicuous lack of participation. Osorio continues to impress with his ability to not only build a team but to strengthen and threaten the powers that be. Congratulations to American.


American 47- Miami High 6

103 - Double FF112 - Guzman (MH) Stays at 112 instead of bumping up to Harris

119 - (AM) pins 6-3

125 - (AM) pins 12-3

130 - (AM) wins decision 15 -3

135 - (AM) wins decision 18-3

140 - (AM) decision 21 -3145 - (AM) pins 26-3

152 - (MH) wins decision 26-6

160 - (AM) wins decision 29-6

171 - (AM) pins 35-6

189 - (AM) wins decision 38-6

215 - (AM) wins decision 41-6

HWT - (AM)pins 47-6

American 72 - South West 6

103 - SW FF 0-6

112 - AM pins 6-6

119 - AM pins 12-6

125 - AM pins 18-6

130 - AM decision 21-6

135 - AM FF 27-6

140 - AM FF 33-6

145 - AM FF 39-6

152 - AM pins 45-6

160 - AM pins 51-6

171 - AM pins 57-6

189 - AM pins 63-6

215 - AM pins 69-6

HWT - AM FF 72-6

The Greehouse Effect

The Greenhouse Effect

Don’t throw rocks from a glass house is what is shouted and screamed from Vito B’s mansion. Here is a man who built one of the most elaborate and beautiful mansions in the whole state. Every room personally designed by Vito B himself. He decorated the halls designed the bathrooms, kitchen, rooms, garage, and dining room. A beauty to instill jealousy and admiration. When the Christmas season comes around people from all around the state talk and converse about who’s mansion is best and who has the most amount of decorations and how keenly placed those decorations are. Vito B’s mansion has always been one of the most talked about and respected mansions. The other mansions in the state may be beautiful and may also be full of grandeur but they were built on sacred ground with workers from other parts of the state and some from out of state. Those palace owners didn’t and have never cared about their employees’ and that was one of the many things that set Vito B’s mansion apart from all others. His workers were loyal and had been bred by him. He cared for them and worried about their future. Vito B saw to it that they understood loyalty, family, and honor. He would angrily finger point at those other mansions and accuse them of impropriety. He hated the fact that they did not acquire the right permits and got away with slave labor without any repercussions.

Those other mansion owners bragged about how they built their houses without the rights and legal permits nor employees. Cocky and proud they were about how wealth and power could circumvent the most rigid of laws and regulations. Proud they stood holding the end of the year trophy given to the best mansion and palace in the state. Accusations flew from one corner of the state to the other and they smiled it off. In private they would excuse their methods by stating, ‘their parents wanted those kids to work for me, what was I going to say , their getting well paid, they are getting better opportunities, they are getting better benefits, they are seeking to better their standing in the world we are just helping, their education comes first.’ Snarling, Vito B hated those people and the many trophies they took from him and his solidly built mansion.

The Greenhouse Effect Pt. II

When you start such a massive building project like a greenhouse, the first couple of years there are workers coming in and out of your mansion. Skilled craftsmen and specialist working on specific areas in the greenhouse. Some working on lightweight stuff, others maybe middle of the ground but in general people see and notice the massive work being done in the mansion and the annex being built. Dirt, sand, mud, garbage, and fired former employees fired and dismissed fill the streets and the local coffee shops begin the chatter. They begin to question, ‘did Vito B get the right permits? did he acquire the correct paperwork?’. Most just wonder why he would start such a project now when his mansion is already grandiose and the fame of his palace well known. Does he really need such a massive greenhouse? Word gets back to Vito B and shocked he wonders, ‘who me? What? No way.’ He finds out what people are saying and angrily screams, ‘hey you guys also have windows to.’ ‘You shouldn’t throw rocks from a glass house’. He blindly compares his massive project to that of his smaller neighbors and their home improvement projects. You guys had a window built in your home a couple of years ago. I never complained about your window, I was happy with the improvement. I didn’t send anyone after you nor did I cajole anyone into questioning your permits to install that window. I had nothing to do with the inspectors harassing your home and videotaping your projects even if it hampered my view at the time. Angrily Vito B questions why his own friends and comrades have turned against him or why they would seem so unhappy at his new project. There is no real need for them to get angry he thinks to himself. It’s not like they really have a shot at winning the end of the year trophy. Their houses are small and really can’t compete. Hell they hired a craftsman here and there, they are no better than I. Oh how wrong you are Vito B, how very wrong you are.

He sends his best friend in the world to seek out answers and defend his building of the greenhouse. His friend angrily and logically defends Vito B and explains why those employees came to Vito B’s mansion and are now working for him.

Tell us if this sounds familiar:

“**In private they would excuse their methods by stating, ‘their parents wanted those kids to work for me, what was I going to say , their getting well paid, they are getting better opportunities, they are getting better benefits, they are seeking to better their standing in the world we are just helping, their education comes first.**”

The Greenhouse Effect Pt. III

In a couple of years people won’t notice the greenhouse. They will just consider it part of the landscape as well as part of the biggest, best, most decorated mansion in the state. His minions will be carefully chosen from his greenhouse and used in different parts of the house. A little lavender here, a rose there, a couple of carnations in the front, and maybe a cactus here and there just to add some bite to the mansion. His believed former friends long gone and the chatter in coffee shops now quelled and silent, Vito B begins to hoard trophies and awards. He even begins to get national recognition for the sheer beauty of his mansion. The only thing that now is different is that his desire to better his employees and his undying effort to help them is long gone. No longer are relationships developed thru time and the fires of trouble. Now he has become that which he has always hated. An overseer who simply guides his workers and when the job is done for that year discards them effortlessly and goes to his greenhouse to get another bunch.


Happy and content he will be after he weathers this storm. He might just end up being the most decorated and successful palace owner this state has ever seen. An honor many may see as well deserved but don’t expect former friends and colleagues to jump for joy while exclaiming his greatness. Don’t compare a window here and there to a greenhouse. Don’t stammer and jerk and coerce people into agreeing with you. Don’t spout angry words of comparison and don’t throw shout out ‘don’t throw rocks from a glasshouse’. These are simply not the same things. Remember well that most of the new employees were with you and your family over the summer going here and there doing this and that. A couple of build it yourself workshops here and there where all participated in. Get angry at your people and scream injustice and spew hatred from your lips. Know this, Vito B is still admired and cared for, he is still considered a friend and a colleague just don’t expect the people of this county to sit quietly and not be displeased or even angry at your greenhouse project. Open the subject up and the displeasure will always come up. Talk or defend the project and anger will rise. Compare and contrast the different building techniques and disgust will be evident. Maybe in the future a hearty congratulation will be in order but Vito B would be ignorant to think that ANYONE within a stone’s throw of his palace will be happy. Vito B and his buddy should know that nobody really cares anymore. No one seeks to dethrone him and take his place. Just don’t bring up the subject and defend it with pious words and righteous indignation. That just makes Vito B look like the other palace builders and mansion owners. And that is not Vito B. It has never been him.

End of Story.

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

May you and your families enjoy each other on this day of thanks
.
Be grateful for the things you have for as little as that might be, there are those that have much much less.

Be thankful for the Taxes you pay because it means you have a job.

Be thankful for the mess you have to clean up after your Thanksgiving party because it means you have friends and family to share a special day with.

Be thankful for the clothes that fit too tight later that night because it means you are fortunate to have enough to eat.

Be thankful for that Parking spot you find Friday at the Mall way out there in the back of the lot because it means you can afford to go to the Mall and spend some money on gifts.

And lastly, be thankful that you live in a country where people can support Gay Marriage, have an abortion, be a racist, and refer to the president as a buffoon because it means your are free.

Spidey Is Busy

The state of the economy has everything in flux, and the Spiderman is no exception. I have been extremely busy in meeting after meeting trying to resolve some personal business issues and that has at times kept me from being more vigilant of my Blog.

I would love it if there was someone that stepped up to help out when I am indisposed but as of yet no one has done so; therefore there is not much I can do when I am called to personal or business matters about keeping the site relevant.



Even Rome fell, and so will the Spiderman. Don't think I have not contemplated retirement because I have. I have been at this for 10 years, and there will come a time (and it could be soon) where I will hang up the web shooters, and if there is not someone there to take up the cause this format will be lost.



My apologies for not being ever-present, I do as much as I can single-handedly.

Weekly Scores(send them and I will post'em)

American 49 Braddock 23

Match started off at 145:

145 Randy Br major B 4 - 0

152 Rojas Br minor B 7 - 0

160 Troncoso Am pin B 7 - 6

171 Am pin A 12 - 7

189 Castillo Am pin A 18 - 7

215 Am min A 21 - 7

285 Chirino Am maj 25 - 7

103 Posada Br ff A 25 - 13

112 Am ff A 31 - 13

119 Harris Am pin A 37 - 13

125 Gabe Br maj A 37 - 17

130 Eric Br pin A 37 - 23

135 Perez Am pin A 43 - 23

140 Santibanez Am pin A 49 - 23

Coral Park JV Tournament

South Dade 4 - 0

Braddock 3 - 1

Cypress Bay 3 - 1

Southwest 3 - 1

Palmetto 2 - 2

Norland 2 - 2

Miami Springs 1 - 2

Coral Gables 0 - 4

Coral Park 0 - 4

Pool Matches

Braddock 60 Miami Springs 24

Miami Springs 45 Palmetto 36

Palmetto 37 Braddock 24

South Dade 51 Southwest 21

South Dade 65 Coral Park 12

Southwest 59 Coral Park 18

Cypress Bay 48 Norland 25

Cypress Bay 40 Coral Gables 27

Norland 30 Coral Gables 24

Another Classic Doom Ballad

This is DJ Dr Doom-Shizzle here on 88.8 “The Spider” spinning another

Ballad your way. So sit back, relax and enjoy this groovy little tune I
wrote but remember it is always more entertaining if you read along
with its melody in the back ground. Sung like Justin Timberlakes “Cry me
a River” here is;
Cry “B” a river
If it were your son
You’d send him their first.
But you didn’t know if he’d be allowed to go, no
So you took a chance
And made other plans
I bet your glad South Dade is a magnet school now, no?
You don’t have fake, an address now
You already know, he’ll probably get in
Now there is a chance, that coach B, will get twenty
And don’t it make you sad about it

If you really do want to be
Standing on atop thee podium alone
Then you better get mommy or daddy
To call B on the phone
He won’t refuse, you must have B confused with some other guy
All you hypocrites must learn, and now it’s your turn

To cry, cry B a river
Cry B a river-er
Cry B a river
Cry B a river-er, yea, yea
I know that they say
That some things are better left unsaid
It wasn’t like you all never re-cruit-ed too and you know it
(don’t act like you don’t know it)
All of these things people are writing
Keep messing with my head
(messing with my head)

But in all honesty
You’re all just two faced and know it, yea
You don’t have fake, an address now
You already know, he’ll probably get in
Now there is a chance, that coach B, will get twenty
And don’t it make you sad about it
If you really do want to be

Standing on atop thee podium alone
(All alone)
Then you better get mommy or daddy
To call B on the phone
(Call B on the phone)
He won’t refuse, you must have B confused with some other guy
(You’re just like B baby)

All you hypocrites must learn, and now it’s your turn

To cry, cry B a river
(Go on and just)

Cry B a river-er
(Go on and just)
Cry B a river

(Hypocrites go on and just)
Cry B a river-er, yea, yea, yea
Oh, No

They all want a ring
So I guess they’ll be leaving
Oh, No
They all want a ring

So I guess they’ll be leaving
Oh, No
They all want a ring
So I guess they’ll be leaving
Oh, No
They all want a ring
So I guess they’ll be leaving
You don’t have to say, you never did
(Don’t say you never did)
Everybody already knows, how you got himmm
Now there is no chance, you’re squeaky clean, you’ll never be
(No chance you’re squeaky clean)
And don’t it make you sad about it
Cry B a river
( Go on and just)
Cry B a river
(Hypocrites go on and just)
Cry B a river
(Hypocrites go on and just)
Cry B a river
(Coaches go on and just)
Cry B a river
(Parents go on and just)
Cry B a river
(Cause B’s already cried)
Cry B a river-er yea yea
(He ain’t gonna cry no more yea, yea)
Cry B a river
Cry B a river, oh
Cry B a river, oh
Cry B a river, oh
Cry B a river, oh
(cry B, cry B)
Cry B a river, oh
(cry B, cry B)
Cry B a river, oh
(cry B, cry B)
Cry B a river, oh
(cry B, cry B)
Cry B a river, oh
(cry B, cry B)
Cry B a river, oh
(cry B, cry B)
Cry B a river, oh
(cry B, cry B)

The Polls Close, The Results Are In

The results are in, and we have a tie…

It seems there were two equally disgusting and unethical practices according to the Lairs readers.

A distribution of 42% voted for believing that in fact using a fake address to gain entry into another school known as the “Brooks Ploy” is the most unethical practice one can undertake. I agree with this one, and yet it is the most oft used maneuver to get a wrestler in your school which does not belong.

Equaling the “Brooks Ploy” in matters of unethical behavior was the “Palmetto Method” the practice of fastening a Visine bottle to your genitals in order to cheat the hydration test and pass. Another 42% of you felt this was a blatant act of unethical behavior. I also agree with this one, it is a clear cut circumvention of a rule, regardless of your opinion of the rule itself, it is a rule.

The third most despicable act was the “Balmeceda Breach” where one purposefully defaults a match in the quarter finals to jump to the other side of the bracket for a favorable match-up and a better shot at making it to Lakeland. Personally I believe this is the most benign of unethical acts since there is clearly no set rule to prevent this from occurring, it is more an implied matter of coaches honor and the spirit of competition and so forth. Nevertheless, 15% of you felt it was the 3 most unethical act of the choices allotted.

The fourth most unethical act according to our readers was the coach following a wrestler to a school having previously informed his wrestler where he would be transferring too, otherwise known as the “Osorio Maneuver,” Again, I find this to be the next least benign breach of ethics, since technically it is not breaking any rules, I don’t even like the rule that a kids can’t follow his coach. Coaches put a lot of work into their wrestlers, and if they chose to move or are forced out, they should have the option of bringing their wrestlers along assuming the parents can provide transportation to and from the new school. I think Osorio played this one very smart and outwitted the establishment and their stupid and archaic rules. Still, 10% of you felt it was unethical.

The fifth most unethical thing to do was the Academic transfer to a private school from Magnet also known as the “Noffo Ruse.” I have a hard time finding anything wrong here either other than some recruiting implications that have never been levied. If a wrestler chooses of his own volition to uproot from a program and move to a private school, well I don’t see anything wrong with that at all. Only 9% of you felt that was unethical.

And finally the sixth most unethical thing to do is the magnet transfer after your freshan year otherwise known as the “Hankerson Ultimatum.” I would have put this one a little higher, I believe unless there are extenuating circumstances, athletes should remain at the school where they started their freshman year or lose a year of eligibility. Only 3% of you found this to be unethical, but I would have had it as third right after the “Brooks Ploy”

Thank you all for voting on this poll, and I look forward to your submissions for the next poll to grace the pages of the Spiders Lair.

This Weeks Scores

I don't know the scores, but I bet some of you out there do.


Post them here for all to see

Feel free to give a synopsis if you were in attendance.

M M A Event At The Triple A

On December 13th at the American Airlines Arena in Miami, the last two SOUTH DADE heavy weight champions, Daniel (The Gorilla) Perez and Eddie ( Barney the Purple Dragon) Boza will be fighting in an MMA card titled 'There Will Be Blood'

Don’t miss this event, come out and watch two of Dade’s finest devour the competition.

The New Poll Is Up

This poll was provided to us by one of our interested readers, and I though it would be a great poll to encourage discussion.

We are all aware that there are certain unethical maneuvers that take place year in and year out; some are more dastardly, others are more benign, but my interest is to see if there is a general consensus, and if some moves are determinedly more egregious than the rest.

I look forward not only to your votes but also to your comments.

We Have A New President

Obama wins in a land slide with 349 electoral votes to McCain’s 147.

On the Spiders Lair it wasn’t close either with Obama receiving 58% of the vote and McCain with 48%.

The most interesting part of the poll however was the 16% of voters who voted for McCain but stated with their vote that although they were voting for McCain they were of the belief that Obama would win. By contrast, only 1 person said that they were voting for Obama but they believed that McCain would win.

I will say that I also voted for Obama, not because he is black or white or young or for Change, or because I blame Bush or for the many myriad reasons that I have heard others quote. I voted for Obama because without looking at race, or the need for change, or the deficiencies of this extreme right leaning GOP, I truly believed in my heart that not only was he the best candidate with the best plan, and the best course of action to bring this country out of our tail spin, but because he seemed best prepared to deal with all the factions of political groups that all seek to enrich themselves no matter who it neglects.

The greatest country in the world has a new president, he is black, but he is also white.

He is rich, but he also knows what it’s like to be poor.

He is an eloquent speaker but he also knows how to listen.

For the first time in my history I have a president that I can actually relate to, who was not born of privilege, and who started out with nothing and made something. I have a president who stands tall on his own merits and not on the shoulders of his father or grandfathers, and who did not allow the obstacles placed before him by those unwilling, unable, or incapable of accepting someone who is different from hindering his need to be good, do good, have success, and feel the need to serve his country under those principles.

As for John McCain, I felt true sympathy for him; he is a great person, a great man, who I truly believe above all else loves his country with passion. Unfortunately his party let him down more than he let them down, he was pigeon holed by the GOP into what they believe this country is all about and unfortunately that was not the John McCain that many of us liked so much. The John McCain who spoke last night during his concession speech is the McCain that should have run for President, that John McCain could have had a chance.

Though this was not wrestling related, it was still a fun poll to have and it’s good to know that the readers of the Spiders Lair not only took the time to vote on this poll, but also that the readership of the Lair reflects the demographics and the diversity in this state and this country.

Good Bless the United States of America, without question the greatest country in the world.

Polls Close

Well it was no surprise that most (43%) believe that SD’s 07’ team is certainly a squad that could have won a State Dual title to go along with their individual team title. After defeating Brandon, ending the “Streak”, and winning the Graves (the toughest Dual tourney in the state by far) how could anyone doubt that SD would have also won a Dual Title.

Second on the list is Palmetto (with 27%), and rightfully so, their 96’ squad was a powerhouse almost top to bottom with very few holes if any, they proved it with a state title and I believe if they would have been offered the opportunity, they could have ended the Streak 11 years before SD did it, and would also have won the State Dual event.

The third and fourth selections are a little more suspect; South Dade back again with the 99’ team (21%) that also won a team title but was not strong up and down the line-up as was the 07’ team. The 00’ South Ridge team was also very strong, but did have some glaring holes and a team title would not have been easily earned. Would either of them have had a shot? Absolutely, but it is not the foregone conclusion that it was with the 07’ SD team. 99’ and 00’were also two years where Brandon had much vulnerability in their line-up, but again to say definitively that either SD or SR would have knocked them off in those years is a stretch.

If anyone has a suggestion for a new poll, send it along and I will be happy to post it.

Paladin Has His Very Own Site

A good friend and supporter of the Spiderman and the Spiders Lair has opened his own message board with the focus being on the Middle schoolers.

I will visit the site myself on occasion, and I encourage the rest of you to do the same. The site will contain much information about middle school wrestlers, schedules, tournament dates, etc.

You can have a hand in making the site viable and vibrant.

Please take the time to stop in and see the site for yourself.

Here is the link.

http://paladinswrestling.ownforum.org

Two New Polls Hit The Lair

The first poll is one that should interest us all since we are about to elect a new President. I am interested to see who the readers of this Blog feel will be the next President of the United States Of America, and also if the majority on this Blog is in accordance with the rest of the state and the country.

The second Poll is very interesting as well, Obviously since SD beat Brandon in a Dual last year they should be the odds on favorites to win this poll, but I am more interested in identifying whether the readers of this Blog feel there are other Dade teams out there that could have not only won an individual State title, but also have ended the “Streak” years ago (assuming of course Brandon would have made it to the finals).

So make yourself heard, and don’t forget to vote.

CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI PRE-SEASON CLASSIC

I have been apprised of the politics involving Dade County schools and the use of their facilities, and the reason for so many of the recent tournaments in Dade being canceled. Apparently MDCPS wants to charge exorbitant fee’s to have a tournament run in one of their gym’s, and this is the reason for the cancellations. Apparently there would be no money left to anyone that sponsored a tournament which in turn makes the need to have a tournament negligible.

Well at least one group has found a way around it, The City of South Miami Wrestling Club is hosting a tournament at the City of South Miami’s new state of the art Recreation center. I suggest if you’d like to save some money by attending a local tournament that you head to this one on November 8th, as it might be the only pre-season wrestling tournament in Dade County for a while, unless City of South Miami Wrestling decides to host another one.

Here is a copy of the Flyer they sent to my private box regarding their tournament.



CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI
PRE-SEASON CLASSIC
DATE: November 8, 2008

LOCATION: CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI COMMUNITYCENTER
5800 SW 66 STREET

WEIGH-IN TIME: 7:00 AM TO 9:00 AM

COST: $15 one division, $12 second division
$35.00 USA CARD (must have card to compete)

STYLES: FOLKSTYLE

DIVISIONS: ALL DIVISIONS & OPEN

AWARDS: TEAM TROPHIES 1ST, 2nd & 3rd, MEDALS 1ST - 3rd

DIRECTIONS: SOUTH ON US 1
TURN RIGHT ON 57 TH AVE.
LEFT ON 66TH STREET

*WRESTLING HEADGEAR IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED*
ALL PERSONNEL INVOLVED IN THE CLUB ARE VOLUNTEERS

DIRECTOR/HEAD COACH HUMBERTO J. MIRET
305-527-1292 CELL
hmiret@dadeschools.net
www.floridausawrestling.org

The Polls Close... The Results Are In

Well I must say this poll did not turn out the way I expected; I was sure when I posted the topic that SD or Brandon would win in a landslide, but to my surprise that was not the case at all.

It turns out most voters have their own ideas of which place they would like to work at, though not many were very specific as to what location that might be, “My preference is not listed garnered a great majority of the votes and let the way at 43%. This is very interesting; I wish there were a poll where posters could fill in the blank because I am curious to know the variety and reason for their personal selections.

Coming in 2nd was a another mild surprise to me, Palmetto Senior received 28% of the votes, apparently there is much to be said for stability, academics, and parental support is the only thing I can figure.

Columbus was 3rd with 23% of the vote, not a surprise at all, I expected Columbus to be one of the top choices, who wouldn’t want to coach at a school of academic excellence with the ability to attract and acquire the finest athletes with virtual impunity.

South Dade was 4th with 21%, a surprise because they are lower than I thought, what with the superior class of athlete that walks the halls at South Dade, I figured any coach looking to make a name and win a title would be thrilled to take the reigns at SD.

And rounding out the top 5 we Have Kissimmee Osceola, not so much a surprise that they made the list, but a surprise that they finished ahead of Brandon and Braddock for sure.

I hope you all enjoyed this poll, I think it shows the diversity of thought in the wrestling community. If any of you have a suggestion for a future poll please send it along either to my private box at FKu (iamspideman) or to my email address (Spiderman_fkn_wrestling@yahoo.com). Alternately you may suggest something on this very thread. If your desire for the poll is to be specific then send it that way, otherwise I will alter it as I see fit, and you may not get the poll your thought you were getting.

Spidey

New Poll Opens

Don't forget to vote, and if your team is not listed, tell us who you'd like to coach for and why.

The Polls Close And The Results Are In

While there is no overwhelming consensus as to what most people think about SD’s recent acquisitions, there is a majority (38%) that feel that those kids going to SD is nothing more than a byproduct of a successful program, that coach is not guilty of recruiting, and that SD is merely the beneficiary of the coaches dedication and intensive work ethic.


A good number of you (29%) are of the belief that the SD is guilty of blatant recruiting, that the coach is aware of it and doesn’t care, and that he is arrogant to the point where he believes that he is so well connected that there is nothing anyone can do about it so tough $hit for you whiners.


There are also those of you that feel (21%) that in fact some of those kids were likely recruited into attending SD, but those wrestlers and their families bothered to do things properly and by the books so those kids are there legitimately and that is all there is to it.


A small number of you (7%) thought the coach bore some responsibility, and that if a wrestler that belongs at another school approaches him about transferring to his school, that the honorable thing to do would be to steer him back to his home school.


And of course, 3 of you comedians or legally blind followers of my Blog are of the belief that there is no recruiting going on at all, that everyone is exactly where they belong and wrestling has nothing to do with any of it.

The Question Pops Up Again, WHO IS SPIDERMAN?

You want some clues as to my identity? OK, through the years there have been many actually, for those paying attention and making mental notes they could actually have a very good picture, the problem is deciphering what is real from what is deception.

For example, it is a fact that I am a Male, there is no disputing that… Or is there? humm… Anyway, let’s just make that one a fact.

It is also a fact that I am well versed in Florida wrestling lore, with a command of names and dates exhibited by few others… Or am I? Maybe I just have better resources and informants that fill in the blanks when I am in need.

It is a fact that I am at all the big events like G.M.A.C. , Districts, Regionals, and State… Really? That is a fact??? Maybe I just have so many great informants that I can assemble all the information they send me into such a coherent display that it’s as if I were there whether I was there or not.

It is a fact that I love Fishing, Traveling, Sports, teams generally in the south, History, Language, this country, our Constitution, Benjamin Franklin, great quotations, and Pop Tarts.

If I told you who I was your likely reaction would be Awwwww Helllll NAWWWWWW…

There is nothing worse than knowing how a magic trick works, or learning that there really is no Santa Clause, or coming to grips with the fact that the Great and Powerful OZ (or in this case Spidey) is just a feeble old man behind a curtain.

The day I am discovered I will cease to exist?

Someday I will be revealed, but does it have to be today?

Doomonic Rant

Ethics and Honor can only get you so far this is my spin on these GOOD FELLAS.....Mafia Ring Leaders

"Guito Huskatoni"- The Godfather of Wrestling. Oldest and most dangerous crime boss in the south. This wise guy has been known to leave a dead horse's head in the bed of an official when he feels he has been wronged. Knows the inner workings of the system and practically has every important figure in his pocket.Husktoni is connected to some of the most ruthless sh*t that has ever happened in this town. Crimes include; recruiting, falsifying finnacial aid documents, impersonating a priest and gender/race altering. His last whereabouts was Stir Crazy.

"Rocco Vito Balmaseda"- The Lil Don is part of the upstart youth movement to take down the Godfather. Known for a temper that matches his stature this little Pizone' has been linked to several recent burglaries where he and his mafia have snatched valuable members of other mafias and have forced them to join their crime family. He like Huskatoni is connected and seems to be untouchable by the law. Last whereabouts was leaving the Biscayne building where the atrec comittee met. He was also seen with a fist full of hundreds and naked pictures of some older blonde lady.

"Renzo Osorio"- Slowly but surely this little crime boss has worked his way up the ladder and made a name for himself as one of the most ruthless Mafia leaders in town. Leader of the Americano family Renzo has proven that you don't have to be made or connected to be successful in this ugly business. Has been known to kill off members of his own family before big events just to prove that he could win without them. Crimes include Grand larceny from Goleman and Krop HS and pimp slapping a princpal and trepassing in the lakeland center.

"Liam McSoderholm"- This once powerful crime boss grew up in the trailer parks of Dublin and came over to this county and ran some shit for a while. Crime boss turned informant, McSoderholm is one of the most dangerous man in the county. He too must have some naked pictures of someone important for him to get away with the crimes he has commited. His crimes include assault with a deadly hot dog, narking, snitching and throwing rocks while living in a glass house.

"Rocky Pardoa"- Leader of the Cobra cartel this once feared mammoth of a man rose up through the ranks as a hitman. Using his size and martial arts back ground Pardoa intimidates weaker men to change their minds and their calls. Some people believe that Rocky Pardoa may infact be the alias for one of the most sought after criminals of all times. His crimes include; impersonating an offical, illegal alien smuggling and impersonating a superhero.

"Mikail Turnakov"- This crime boss of the Russian Mafia literally made millions from his family's prophalatic company and you would think that this would deter him from a life of crime. Easily recognized in the sunshine state by his pastey white skin, pale blue eyes and torret-like mannerisms, Makail has an uncontrollable obsession with latina women. Ironically enough his lust for these women spawned half of his crime family and was the reason for most of his success in the crime world. Always followed closely by his enforcer Boris Bogdan the two of them could be seen often ranting and raving about how they got screwed. These two together form a lethal mix of testosterone, vodka and anger control issues. Crimes include; Impersonating a soccer daddy, DUI, assualt and battery on an official and womenizing. Last seen leaving Tootsies in a pair of silky jogging pants and with no underwear.

"Joelangelo Mendeciano"- Don't be fooled by his quiet demeanor Joelangelo used to be one of the most tricky and devious crime bosses in the south. About 10 years ago he and his partner Guiseppe Gonzalo were two of the most ruthless and undermining wise guys in town. During the 90's there were many neighborhood turf wars for up and coming hitmen, many of which Joelangelo and Guiseppe landed. Their crime family was very strong and prospering but Guiseppe had a buisness on the side and was taken down in a sting by some crooked cops and the crime family hasn't been the same since. Remarkable Guiseppe's incarceration did wonders for Joelangelo's reputation who is now viewed as an ethical and honorable buisness man. But don't be foolish, like the magic city we live in his business was built with dirty money.

"Sal Tejaducchi and Sergio Valenti"- These two wise guys are often over looked and usually fly quietly under the radar. But one should never judge a book by it's cover, these two bite size wise guys pack a punch. Together these two little canolies have built up quite a crime family that should be feared. Given the fact that neither one of these guys went to college to officially become a true crime boss they somehow have earned the respect from the other Don's and Mafia leaders. With the addition of irish mobster Kevin Whalinagan the family's future should be prosperous. Their crimes include; two counts of starvation of a minor, deferring in the 2nd period to a known cradlist and lack of scouting.

"Father Moises Riviera"- In a town riddled with gangsters, wise guys and mafiosos there is always that priest and Father Moises is that guy. His parents must have known how he would turn out naming him "Moises" and all. This saintly man's sweat is the main ingredient in the cleaning product Windex, that's how damn squeaky clean he is. A man whose farts smell like potpourri and sound like an angel playing the harp, Father Moises is the modern day Elliot Ness in a city full of corruption. A man soooo good and pure the Pope himself wears Moises Pajamas. His crimes include; leaving the toilet seat up and driving too slowly in traffic. Last seen in Galviston, Texas saving drowning puppies and kittens.


"Angelo Chef Boy Vazquelinni"- This jolly heap of a man has been in the Mafia business for a while but can never seem to get out of his own damn way. Like a giant mole on the ass of mediocrity he plunders away trying to gain the respect of his peers and build his family. Only considered a crime boss because of his longevity and dedication to the business this man is one ravioli away from cardiac arrest. Angelo had "High" hopes about business this year but was blown away when he heard winter had come early. His crimes include; Sleeping in public, impersonating a coach and staying too long at a chinese buffet. Last seen busting through walls dressed as a giant pitcher of Koolaid.

"A-Ron Philly Harris"-Known to his peeps as "Philly' this upstart tru-gangsta is someone to keep an eye on. Born and raised in the mean streets of Philadelphia "Lil Philly" left his home turf because of some squablin that couldn't get squashed and now resides in the (305). Don't be fooled by his mild mannerness 'Lil Philly has be known to pimp slap a brother or two just for stepping on his new kicks. Highly educated but extremely dangerous Lil Philly is often heard humming the words to Tu-Pac's song "Just me and My Girlfriend". Philly could be identified by several tattoos; one over his belly that reads "Thug Lyfe", two tear drops on his left check under his eye and he is often seen wearing a blue bandana hanging out of his back pocket. Last seen in Lil Wayne's rap video "Millionaire" pouring a 40 on the ground for his dead homies. His crimes include; impersonating a barber and showing up late to gang fights.

"Milo Manolo Condana"- Gang leader of the street gang "Latin Kings" Milo's family defected here from Cuba during the Mariel boat lift. Born into a life of crime Milo could be seen often wearing camaflouge and shooting gang signs to his gang members. Milo is very soft spoken but when crossed can become violent and very aggressive. He is often heard yelling from his corner "what are you doing" and seen grasping his head in disgust at his gang members lack of fighting skills. His last whereabouts was at an MMA school getting choked out by some guy named Triago. He has been linked to a crime that happened many years ago when his seemingly invicible fighter appeared to throw a match against a smaller weaker opponent.

"Gonzalo Stingaree Blanco"- Legend has it that he and his brother are the sons of Griselda Blanco so evil is in their blood line. This little soft spoken Venezualian is the gang leader of the infamous gang "INP" or International Posse. He, his brother and his crew run **** in the weaker parts of town, north of flagler including little havanna. The other crime families are well aware of his existence and are watching closely as he slowly and methodically builds his gang into what soon could be a true Mafia. Some people believe that he and most of his gang are illegally in this country so "La Migra" could take them down before the other crime bosses have to. Last seen leaving the night club La Covacha with his shirt wide open, tons of gold chains, a white belt and wearing white espadrilles.

More to come soon.....

DR DOOM

New To The Blog? Here Are Some Tips

Some of you are new and others are not, either way here are a few pointers on Blog use. I am glad to see that many of you are now using Aliases as well as in some cases avatars; still some of you have not moved into 21 Cent Tech, and you continue to post unregistered.

Here are a few things you need to know to make life easier and also more fun on the Blog.

Registration with Google is quick, easy completely confidential and free.

The main reason to do it is to have continuity with subject and identity of the posters.

Why add yourself to the list of Blog followers? Just because it’s cool to see how many of us read and use this thing.

I don’t make any money doing this, it makes no difference if you register or add yourself to the list of followers only that it makes for a better experience for everyone involved.

You can register any e-mail account, it does not have to be G-mail, and Google keeps all your information confidential. The only way for someone to know who you are is if you select “SHARE MY PERSONAL INFORMATION”

Once you register, go on the internet and find a picture you’d like to use as your avatar, right click on the picture, highlight and copy the URL address then paste it on the profile section of the Blog.

If you need help feel free to ask, and if you want me to sugest a good avatar, I can do that as well.

I hope more of you register and get your avatars going.

Good luck!

Spidey

New Poll Opens

OK it’s time to see what the general consensus is as it pertains to the allegations that have been leveled towards SD. I am not saying this, that, or the other about it, but I do want to get the impressions of the general public. So make your voice heard and vote on what perception you have on what is going on.

The Polls close and the results are in.

I believe the way the polls closed clearly reflects the level of respect for the top 5 most honorable and ethical coaches, furthermore, I believe it is very accurate representative of was is actual and verifiable.

Mike Turner (HML) – Not only does he run one of, if not the cleanest, program in the state, he wins or loses with what belongs to him. He is a man of high integrity and superior moral fiber when it comes to how he runs his ship. It is not hard to see that he easily outdistanced most coaches on the poll and is the most highly recognized figure of Ethical and Honorable behavior. No skeletons to speak of.

Moises Rivera (SUN) – Not too far behind Turner in the polls, and just as (if not more) committed to doing the right thing. Even though Rivera has been hurt quite frequently in the past by the pilfering of some of his top wrestlers, he has refused to take the same short cuts to get ahead himself. Rivera is unphased by the allure of the Dark side; it’s obvious that his principles as an honorable man mean more to him than any state title. No skeletons to speak of.

Tejada (BRD) - Not in the same league as Rivera and turner, but still clean enough to be well thought of and well respected by the wrestling community. If he has gotten any wrestlers tat Braddock that did not belong to him (The Chandlers) everything was obviously done above board and thorough. There have been rumors in the past that some of sunset’s and Varela’s finest were turning up at Braddock, but that is obviously not enough to dissuade the positive opinion Tejada has earned. Skeletons include the Chandlers, the Perez brothers, and maybe one or two others I can not readily remember.

Gonzalez (MIA) - A bright new star on the wrestling front. I think he would have gotten more votes if he were better known. I have heard rumors that one or two that have wrestled for him belonged elsewhere, and there might be one on the team right now, but I don’t know the program well enough to state specifics. Still, his quick rise into the top 10 along with his the respect level he is receiving for his ethical behavior is to be commended. Skeletons… I could not name any.

Mendez (SW) – Right there with Tejada and Gonzalez in regards to the consensus. Though back in the day when he started out as a junior high coach he was not seen in the same light. Since his arrival at South West however, he has maintained a well balanced and above board program. He has had a few wrestlers represent him that were not of his area, but again all matters were taken care of above board and through the proper channels. Skeletons include, Yandi Gonzalez, the Castro brothers, and the DeArmas brothers.