Thread: I got published!!

Eh it wasn't bad, but I definitely expected better out of your ass.

Originally Posted by bengaaaaals1688

Eh it wasn't bad, but I definitely expected better out of your ass.

Go easy, he's a Bengals fan. Intellect can be lacking there.

Originally Posted by MissouriBronc

Go easy, he's a Bengals fan. Intellect can be lacking there.

Damn MB... That's cold, you heartless S.O.B. he may be a Bengals fan, but at least he is intelligent enough to not be happy about it anymore.

Originally Posted by MissouriBronc

Go easy, he's a Bengals fan. Intellect can be lacking there.

/inserts short joke and walks away down one internet buddy.

Congratulations!

Getting published is a glorious thing.

Or so they tell me. It's always nice to see your name attached to something that people took the time to print and shove into other people's hands.

I've written a few books now but the only person doing the printing and shoving is me, so they don't count.

Congrats again. First of many, hopefully.

~G

Poseur. You suck.
























j/k
That is Awesome man. Hope its the first of many.



I just the article, the whole thing!!!! What to do!???!?!??!!!??!??!

Originally Posted by bengaaaaals1688

Eh it wasn't bad, but I definitely expected better out of your ass.

You are right, I think my ass could have done better. My ass has talent, but it just doesn't have the writing ability that my forearm or ballsack possesses.

But, my heart has more heart than all of them.

Originally Posted by King87

After a few misunderstandings and a couple last minute fiascos, I finally got an article published on at my college's newspaper. It felt really good to see my name in print. Definitely one of those "hey, I actually can do this " moments.


Here is the article, please give me your opinions. As an aspiring sportswriter I want to have readable material that people enjoy. Any comments are appreciated.


The Loggers baseball program has historically been very strong and successful. Two National Championship teams in 1994 and 2000, along with the two NJCAA National Tournament teams in 1993 and 1995 show that the program is used to doing well and that winning is expected.

This year’s team is no different than those past teams in that they have high expectations and capable players. Teams that succeed have leaders. Ron Riggle, the head coach believes that this team has that leadership.

“Last season we played a lot of freshmen. A lot of those guys are back and we have plenty of returning and experience and leadership.”

Coach Riggle was quick to point out how much it takes for a team to be successful.

“It’s hard to compare this team to our national championship teams. This year our team has the experience returning that we need. We have team unity, but it does take some luck. We play in a very competitive division.”

Riggle is looking at two players in particular to help the team with their production on the field, and their leadership off the field in shortstop Brennan Malham and center fielder Jason Rounde. Malham batted .331 last season and Rounde batted .333. Both players hit well above the golden standard of .300 for their sport.

“They both had good years and I am confident in their abilities to help this team,” said Riggle.

The experience may be important, but it isn’t the only thing that the Loggers have going for them. The new group of players seems to be a strong addition for the squad. “I’m confident in our new group of players,” said Coach Riggle. “The new group of guys will provide the team with depth. The freshmen will help right away.”

Being a head coach is more involved than managing and coaching the 26 roster spots on the team. In his 19th year as a coach for the Loggers, and his 7th year as the head coach, Riggle’s responsibilities to his team extend far beyond helping them become a good team and better baseball players.

“As the head coach I have the ultimate responsibility to this team. I am in charge of recruitment, raising funds for the team, scheduling games, and scheduling the officiating crews.”

The fall season has recently ended. Practice for the new season will begin in January; games will begin in early March. With the talent and leadership of this team, a strong season is quite possible. However, in order for this to happen to happen the team has to stay focused.
“My basic philosophy on coaching is the fundamentals of the game, the little things,” said Riggle.

Interesting.

First of all... nice hard news story. Classic quote-transition combo. Gotta love it.

Second of all, the bolded phrases, "Riggle said"... what's your college newspaper's guidebook say about that? My lowly high school publication was barred from saying "said person" in an article, something about it not being grammatically correct.

Originally Posted by Broncospsycho77

Interesting.

First of all... nice hard news story. Classic quote-transition combo. Gotta love it.

Second of all, the bolded phrases, "Riggle said"... what's your college newspaper's guidebook say about that? My lowly high school publication was barred from saying "said person" in an article, something about it not being grammatically correct.

I am glad that it did not bore you to tears.

I tried to keep it simple. I don't have too much faith in my ability to break out any flashy writing yet.

I was taught that the way I did it was correct. I believe in the Associated Press handbook it states that one can do so. I will make a note to look that one up.

Glad to hear you got published King. Keep up the good work and don't let constructive criticism throw you off.

Congrats buddy

Originally Posted by Benetto

Glad to hear you got published King. Keep up the good work and don't let constructive criticism throw you off.

Congrats buddy

Shit, if you can't let criticism role off your shoulder in this business, you better find something else to do.

Originally Posted by King87

You are right, I think my ass could have done better. My ass has talent, but it just doesn't have the writing ability that my forearm or ballsack possesses.

But, my heart has more heart than all of them.

Well maybe you should put your heart in your ass and start writing with it.

Originally Posted by bengaaaaals1688

Well maybe you should put your heart in your ass and start writing with it.

HELL NO!

Then when I get better than you (oopsie I already am) you will have ANOTHER reason to kick my ass.

Originally Posted by King87

HELL NO!

Then when I get better than you (oopsie I already am) you will have ANOTHER reason to kick my ass.

You dream too much if you think you're better than me... You so far below me I couldn't kick your ass with stilts, I'm in the clouds, you're in the trees.

Originally Posted by bengaaaaals1688

You dream too much if you think you're better than me... You so far below me I couldn't kick your ass with stilts, I'm in the clouds, you're in the trees.

I'm in the trees on a planet high high above.

I can't even see you down there. You are the Mike Brown of Bengal fans. Plus a little Joe from Flo.