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Chris 1st IX · Pro Joined: 15 May 2006 Forum ID: 6958

I only started playing SmallBall in March, but instantly loved this game. I came over to the forums at the same time and it was still extremely active.

I had missed Commish by a couple of months, but still the community had not died. Tournaments were being run frequently, catering for all skill levels, which is one of them main reasons I found SmallBall, looking for tournaments to play in.

Gradually, these tournaments began to die, the community became more hostile towards its members. Through this there would always be the mention of the dreaded Greek Wizard banning you from the forums or knocking you back down to size.

However, as I became more familiar with the forums and the community I came across Greek Wizard (luckily not on the receiving end Wink

). He ruled the forums strictly but was still fair at the same time.

Thanks so much GW, I'll definitely be there in whatever you're doing.

See you round,
Chris.
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4th IX ~ 558160 ~ 5* PASSIVE ~ JnrPL ~ PL Record: 0 wins, 18 losses
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Chexx · Joined: 08 Sep 2006 Forum ID: 7532

I'm gonna save my avatar and all my signature pics right now just in case...oh wait...I don't have any up yet. Shocked

Creator5549 · Pro Joined: 08 Jun 2003 Location: Delaware Forum ID: 1833

Over three years ago, while surfing the internet on a summer day, I would encounter a web link to an internet game of sort. Clicking the link I encountered smallball in its like, and out of curiousity made a team. Over the three years to follow, I would involve myself in numerous leagues, and encounter and make many friends along the way with this deep love of the game.I would develop my baby team (220765) from this and still raise them and hold onto them untill this day.I am saddened to see smallball as a community slowly but surely diminishing. Gdub, u did the best you could, and as one of the many shrewds of faithful owners, I just want to say thank you.
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Greek Wizard · Veteran Joined: 22 Oct 2002 Location: Canada Forum ID: 3

mrflanell · Posted: Wed Oct 04, 2006 1:26 am Post subject: take care

G W Thank you fore the time
i sencerly say this from my heart
all this years you have been aound making this forum this community fore all players and making it a place to have fun, in
i´m not so good in english but i hope you can read it annyway

it is good that you make a stand and making your vois herd you done a great work
everything needs to have an ending but the ending makes this not disapere it stays in our minds , its stays in our memory
this ending makes a new beginning to something new
what ever you choose in life remember it is the right way just fore you
follow your heart making things that you belive in becose when you do that nothing can go wrong,
you make your reality, you make your happyness

actully i feel so happy fore you knowing that you can do something fore your seelf know
its time to do things just fore you ,
whalk in that park that you have been longing fore, swinn in that sea, checking that aqvarium out , and trying that wakebording
what ever you whant to do you can do only follow your heart making good things smile at people and the smile back to you

i thank you fore you been doing whith smallball game this comunity

many many thanks
i see you around on the internett maby
tacke care
i wish you all the best

me from sweden
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Beaner · Posted: Wed Oct 04, 2006 5:28 am Post subject:

This has turned out to be one of the best threads ever.

Especially with getting to see some people post here who don't very often.

I can't wait to find out the rules of the new forum. I wonder if we'll be able to use more "colorful" language. Cool

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Greek Wizard · Veteran Joined: 22 Oct 2002 Location: Canada Forum ID: 3

fishtremble · Posted: Wed Oct 04, 2006 5:47 am Post subject: chexx

Well hello Chexx really looking forward to see what the new dynamic duo has planned for the group. Smile

BTW Beaner is right this thread truly has drawn out the crew young and old around here for the rally.
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ALT · Posted: Wed Oct 04, 2006 6:30 am Post subject:

epiphanic · Pro Joined: 05 Sep 2005 Forum ID: 6173

Just re-read the entire thread. Boy, I'm starting to get jazzed about what GW has in store (whatever that is).

I'll give a shout out to Chexx, I haven't met you yet, but I'm excited to see what you're bringing to the table.
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oaf · Veteran Joined: 13 Sep 2004 Forum ID: 5111

mcgov · Posted: Wed Oct 04, 2006 7:49 am Post subject:

jimmygfat · Posted: Wed Oct 04, 2006 8:42 am Post subject:

Thanks GW.
Character is what you do when people aren't watching and it sounds like no one been watching for a while, yet these forms are maintained and look the same as they were two or three years ago.
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Creator5549 · Pro Joined: 08 Jun 2003 Location: Delaware Forum ID: 1833

solipsta · Posted: Wed Oct 04, 2006 11:19 am Post subject:

There will be no goodbyes here. Surprised

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The_Safo · Posted: Wed Oct 04, 2006 11:40 am Post subject:

E. Draven · Pro Joined: 09 Jan 2004 Location: New York Forum ID: 3439

Wow, this is saddening, i created my first team here, 16656, over 5 years ago, seems so long ago to me. Now that this community seems to be slowly coming to an end, I wish that I had taken more part in it. Hopefully, whatever is going to happen, with what GW is doing will greatly benefit the community as a whole.
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ukce1861 · Posted: Wed Oct 04, 2006 1:16 pm Post subject:

spiritblue · Pro Joined: 25 Oct 2002 Location: kentucky Forum ID: 77

thanks gw for the continued updates.... i do believe we are all in for a great surprize... ;o) blue
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Greek Wizard · Veteran Joined: 22 Oct 2002 Location: Canada Forum ID: 3

Money · Posted: Wed Oct 04, 2006 2:55 pm Post subject:

So many chances in life but only one at life.

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junkybird2 · Posted: Wed Oct 04, 2006 4:25 pm Post subject:

I haven't been active in SBland for a while now, I knew something like this would happen. I'm a little late on the farewell post. Embarassed

GW, I haven't had many exchanges with you, but I've always admired what you have done with this community, keeping it in tip top shape, and keeping those annoying gnats out of here. Wink

You are one of a kind, and I wish you would not go!

Now on to the point at hand..

I'm so glad you are going to be continuing on with the game, keeping everyone in the community in touch! I'm excited to see what you have in store for us all. I know I will enjoy the new site, being a sports addict and all.

I can't wait.
I might just have to come back... Cool

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The_Safo · Posted: Wed Oct 04, 2006 6:44 pm Post subject:

reds · Expert Joined: 30 May 2003 Forum ID: 1739

I am quite excited to hear about this..my life revolves around sports, so I think this new forum will be rather pleasuring.
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oaf · Veteran Joined: 13 Sep 2004 Forum ID: 5111

The_Safo · Posted: Wed Oct 04, 2006 6:54 pm Post subject:

GCool · Posted: Wed Oct 04, 2006 7:14 pm Post subject:

Thanks so much GW, for all that you've done for this forum. I hope that I'm informed of the new link / project / SmallBall antics you love to perform and get to see what's going on!

I enjoyed my 2 and change years here, and I will see all of you again sometime,
GCool.
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oaf · Veteran Joined: 13 Sep 2004 Forum ID: 5111

inu1991yasha · Posted: Thu Oct 05, 2006 2:14 pm Post subject:

Well, considering im not one to post, im gonna miss you GW. from the very few things i individually saw you post in, i have the most respect i can give someone.

All i can say is (for now) good by and see you on the new forums!
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Marko · Posted: Fri Oct 06, 2006 8:23 am Post subject:

Wow, having been out of the game for quite a while now I hadn't realised Smallball was heading this way. I thought I'd stick my head in the door for a quick look around and now, two hours later, I'm still reading away. Looking at a few of the names in this thread I guess I'm not the only one who comes in from time to time. Wink

To GW, I can't say I knew you personally, I think we may have spoken once or twice a few years ago during your rare visits to the chat room. One thing I can say though is that I've always respected and appreciated the hard work you've put into creating these forums and more importantly creating and holding together a community.

Most of us have made great friends out of this game, friends that we would have never expected to meet when we first signed up for a little baseball game that was probably only supposed to pass the time for a few hours, not provide enjoyment for years. Almost two years after leaving this game I still find myself catching up with other former SB'ers for a chat as I'm sure many other people do aswell. That is a tribute to your work in here and I really hope that's something you can be proud of.

P.S. Goodluck with your new forums!
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Carr · Posted: Fri Oct 06, 2006 10:27 pm Post subject:

Well GW it has been a great 3 years and 10 months that I have had the pleasure of playing this game with you. I did enjoy my time on Shot Online with you as well. You have done a great job with the forums. You were always there for everyone of us no matter what and that is more than can be said for the Commish. You have always been stern when needed and always had someone's back when they needed it. In my eyes no one else could or would of done as good as job as you did. You always made me laugh with your sarcastic comments, which were perfectly placed. I am sad to see you go but I do not blame you in the least. Smallball is sinking wether anyone wants to admit it or not. This game is not what it once was. I wish you the best in whatever you do in the future.

Take care my friend................

Carr

Oh yeah please do this:

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Lil_wash_214 · Member Joined: 01 Jun 2006 Forum ID: 7050

themailman · Posted: Sat Oct 07, 2006 9:25 am Post subject:

Sounds sad, but everything good comes to an end one day - Game itself (IMO) had so much potential, but seldom was given the just attention to make it so.

The Forums itself have been a saving grace for the ones who play religiously, or have moved on but want in on the SBWorld gossip.

GW - cudos lad, been a pleasure butting heads with you, never disrespectful, as you may think.

Pour a brown bottle and - cheers.
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vikman · Posted: Sat Oct 07, 2006 11:34 am Post subject:

Hello all...just wanted to say bye to those that knew me and goodluck to you GW Smile

kid-tony17271 · Posted: Mon Oct 09, 2006 4:19 pm Post subject: reply

sorry to hear you are stepping down Crying or Very sad

...I know we had our differences in the past but you kinda get to grow on a person after awhile.good luck to you in the future in whatever you decide to do
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ukce1861 · Posted: Wed Oct 11, 2006 11:40 am Post subject:

the warden · Posted: Wed Oct 11, 2006 1:26 pm Post subject:

Dam it all to hell GW, do you know how much i love SmallBall. There is no other game like it. I been working so hard to develope my #752 team. They became a 9* just 52 days after i started the team. The are close to being a 10*, in their first year. And my #184652 has been inching towards 1PL.

Damn am i going to miss this game. There was a time when i was hopeful of seeing a SmallBall car in NASCAR, i had such big dreams for us.

A Man Doesn't Miss His Water Till His Well Runs Dry!
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Greek Wizard · Veteran Joined: 22 Oct 2002 Location: Canada Forum ID: 3

timotheos · Posted: Thu Oct 12, 2006 3:58 am Post subject:

It will be interesting to see what you have in mind for the future.

You did a great job with these forums!

ukce1861 · Posted: Thu Oct 12, 2006 4:49 am Post subject: