[Hairy Trotter]

Thanks to all 69 participants in the last VRAA round. I was thrilled to see so many people sign up, and double-thrilled that so many of you were so active throughout the 31-day march. It was nice to see y'all motivating each other. I know a lot of our participants did just a little more than they otherwise would have; I know I sure did. If the game did anything to entertain you, keep you going through a hot summer, grind out an extra mile for the team, cheer the heroes and hiss the villians, and help you get to know a few people you otherwise wouldn't have, it has served its purpose.<br><br>
I have learned a lot about commissionering in my first go-around in that seat. I'm looking forward to a good -- a better -- game this month.<br><br>
If you're in a grateful mood at all, be sure to direct some love to <b>roots</b>. He laid the infrastructure for this round; his encouragement and advice got me involved, kept me going, and got me through. Thanks also to <b>rich</b> and <b>sierra</b> for their support and encouragement (and to sierra for her frequent feats of workout badassery). And a special shout-out to <b>first-time playas</b> who pumped some freshness into the game, particularly the posse from <b>The 30's</b> who gave us scoring god <b>CoachT</b> and some of the most enthusiastic participants (and who got me into the habit of <b>bolding names</b> like a <b>mad mofo</b>).

 

[Gingerbread]

I don't know how you could have done better, <b>Commish</b>, but I'm looking forward to all the innovations you will put in place <img alt="smile.gif" src="http://files.kickrunners.com/smilies/smile.gif"><br><br>
Now, <b>boldly</b> <b>bold</b> names like you've never <b>bolded</b> before!<br><br>
And thank you for taking up the reins from <b>Roots</b>.<br><br>
Time to pester the bees....mmmm, honey.....

 

[Dankinia]

Thank you for running the event <b>Commish</b> It was fun and I think it gave us <b>30's</b> a neat way to get to know people.

 

[hahaoya]

I'd go to war with you any day, Hairy. <img alt="smile.gif" src="http://files.kickrunners.com/smilies/smile.gif">

 

[keith]

thanks for your work on it.<br><br>
Keith

 

[aphigirl01]

Thanks for all the hard work, HT! You are a rock star!!

 

[solarpowered]

Thanks for all your work, <b>HT! <img alt="biggrin.gif" src="http://files.kickrunners.com/smilies/biggrin.gif"></b>

 

[Voodoojunkie]

Well thanks to all who took the extra time to put it together and keep track of things. And very nice work Trotts. I definitely appreciate the effort you put into it.

 

[Ileneforward]

Thanks for doing such a great job with this and for continuing to be our good shepherd too. Like Hahaoya, I am ready to follow you into battle, lead on to victory! <img alt="biggrin.gif" src="http://files.kickrunners.com/smilies/biggrin.gif">

 

[roots]

Kudos!<br><br>
No doubt here that <b>Hairy Trotter</b> has taken the VRAA to a new level. He's restored honor to the game and the Office of the Commissioner. <img alt="smile.gif" src="http://files.kickrunners.com/smilies/smile.gif"><br><br>
If he keeps it up, I imagine we'll have to fend off calls from the offices of the other leagues (MLB, NFL, NHL, NBA) for his services. So let's not pump him up to high, okay?<br><br>
Seriously though, HT has taken the ball and run with it...with little guidance. I hope I speak for everyone here that the VRAA has become a fun and motivating avenue for players of all abilities. HT has done an excellent job to maintain the spirit that we established: To have fun and to encourage as many participants as possible.<br><br>
Looking forward to the next round. Giddyup.