Wow. what a great past week I just had. I took an exam at MSU in my Political Science class- I'll get that back shortly. I started Spec Howard this week and let me tell you it is everything I was expecting plus some. My classes are outstanding and my professors/faculty are fun and outgoing. I was in the radio booth already and working on TV production.
Earlier today I went to Knollwood to play 9 holes with my fajjj and Jerry Minkin. I birdied the Par 3 4th. Took out my 9 iron and placed in within 5 feet. Sunk the putt. Shouldda birdied number 5 too but missed a 10 footer. After we played I went to steam and shower. Got a nice shave in.
I've been hanging out with my boy Brad LeBret recently. He has taken me under his wing if you would. Went to his pad in RO and beat him in Boxing on Playstation 3. He was Mike Tyson and I was Joe Frazier.
Tonight Courtney and I are headed to the JCC in West Bloomfield for Jason Sachse's bar mitzvah party. The services last night at Temple Israel were wonderful. Cant wait.
Everything else is going well too. My mother got the news back after a cat-scan on her chest and lungs that everything was CLEAR! Wow, you have no idea how scared I was. She is almost on two weeks of quitting smoking. Joel is doing well in San Diego. Jeffrey is attending his classes in Bloomington and my fajjj is close to finalizing a new business. Everything seems to be going in a positive direction.
My roller hockey team is stacked and our first game is in November. My broadcasts for Cranbrook Kingswood hockey begin within the next few weeks. I'll be sure to let you know when my first broadcast is. Remember they are archived online so you'll not only know when but also where to listen too when the time comes.
Vajjj.
Saturday, October 17, 2009
Monday, October 5, 2009
MSU & Spec Howard
I havent had a new blog post in over a month and a half. Reason being for those of you who haven't figured it out is because I restructured my whole website. It is still in the works but in my personal opinion it is more organized and somewhat more professional. I am in my last semester here at Michigan State University. I will be graduating in December. I begin my 8 month program at Spec Howard School of Broadcasting on October 12th. I am extremely excited for it as it will mark another step towards me achieving my ultimate dream of becoming an ESPN Sportscaster. Also, I am playing on the Roller Hockey team at MSU for one more year. I am thrilled to have another chance at winning a national championship. I think our team has a damn good chance to go the distance this year. Besides that everything is running smoothly for me. I am still dating Courtney Wiesman and cant be happier. Dudley is still precious. My mother has quit smoking cigarettes for 2 days now and my fajjj is in the initial stages of starting a business. Joel is currently attending the Golf Academy of America in San Diego and Jeffrey is in his Sophomore year at Indiana University.
Saturday, August 15, 2009
Officially Moving...and my Apologies
So unfortunately on the days off that I've had so far this summer...none have had the javascript function, which allows me to update my site. I return home August 22nd, and until MSU classes begin a week or so after I will be chilllen. Some recent happenings have taken place, my family is moving from Wabeek to Pontiac Trail on the 27th of this month. Can't wait, big things poppin. I'm curtrently updating the blog from my blackberry while sitting at the Deerhurst Resorts downstairs bar, watching Tigers 3rd round at the PGA. Life is outstanding, I can't be happier. Do me a favor if you are reading this, go give your mom and dad hugs and tell them you love them, the element of suprise is an ideal thing as well as the fact that most people don't do it enough.
Wednesday, July 8, 2009
The First Fenkell Wedding
I just woke up next to Courtney after a wonderful night at Shayne Diamonds cottage alongside the likes of many counsellors and head staff members at camp Tamakwa. Before I go into last night I feel it is only appropriate to go through everything wild that has happened so far at camp. Once I arrived on the shores of South Tea Lake in Algonquin Park on the 23rd of June I knew this summer was going to be something extremely special. For the first few days all of us counsellors had pre-camp and worked on getting to know one another better, or at least those who we didn’t already know, and furthermore work together in these workshops that get us prepared for the arrival of all the campers on the 28th.
Within the first few days I had gotten prepared in my own mind for what was yet to come. The only thing that I didn’t know yet was who my co-counsellors were going to be. This is an extremely important aspect of my summer because these were the guys I would be spending most of my time with not only with one another but of course with all of our kids. As I sat with all of the cousellors at the main camp fireplace a day before I left to go home for my cousin Jane’s wedding, I finally heard who my co’s were going to be. Jeff Ran, a long time family friend, and Lee Feldman. Probably the wildest trio in camp history but you gotta love it. After I heard the news we all went to our cabin, Dickson Bonfield, and got ready for what lie ahead.
The following morning, the 27th, I woke up at 6:30ish or so and made my way down to the docks to head back to Bloomfield Hills for Jane’s wedding at the Townsend Hotel located in Birmingham. In my car was Vic Norris, the director at camp, Sue Binder the wonderful lady who runs the office, Libby Sadek Von Neumann, a legend at camp who is a crucial element to the success of camp, and Matt Ran, the assistant program director and Jeff’s older brother, who is currently sitting next to me at Shaynes cottage eating breakfast and reading the New York Times magazine. Anywho, once I arrived home after a brief stop at the duty free store at the border I took Dudley for a rollerblade and talked with my majjj about everything that had happened so far at camp and the recent happenings with our family and the selling of our condo in Wabeek. Soon after the chat we all got ready for a night we would soon never forget. We arrived at the Townsend Hotel around 6ish and took pictures and awaited the ceremony. It was an unreal scene with all of my family members including my grandfather who was there in spirit, it was as if you could feel his presence there. The food was spectacular and Matt, Jane’s counterpart for the rest of time didn’t look too shabby himself.
The following morning I had to be at West Bloomfield High School at 6am sharp to take the camper bus back up to camp. I arrived a little late but still in time to see everyone’s parents and all the campers arrive. After a short 8 hour bus ride with 45 ten and eleven year olds I was back in action in Algonquin Park.
The first few days was a little hectic moving all the kids into our cabin because there are roughly 22 campers in my age group and only 14 can be in my cabin so there were a lot of upset kids who weren’t in my cabin but we did a little shifting so it was all fair and the situation was handled, thanks to boys director Jeff Avegian. I have still yet to play in a staff hockey game which is beyond upsetting and disappointing. This is mostly due to the weather conditions at camp but these are things that I cannot handle.
I am going to have a celebrity appearance, my girlfriend Courtney Wiesman who is going to tell you some things about her experiences thus far at camp. When I first arrived at camp it was a whole new experience for myself. It was difficult coming into a scene where everyone has been friends for numerous years, although I came here not only to spend the summer with Michael , but to learn more about my self and met many new people. So far at Camp Tamawka things are going great, the staff are all very approachable, fun, full of energy, and sincere. The camp is a wonderful way to realize how much you can learn about yourself when you are away from everything you are use to for example, the city life, all your friends and family, and of course technology. My campers are pioneers and I am learning so much about them, and kids in general. My campers are adorable and always full of stories and excitement. I am exited to meet all of their families and get to know them more as camp goes on. I am so lucky to have this opportunity to be at camp tamawka this summer, I am looking forward to all of the new and exciting things I am going to the chance to accomplish this summer.
Thanks to Courtney for her beautiful and kindly spoken words of wisdom and passion.
Currently at Shaynes cottage for my day off is Matt Ran, James Robinson, Daniel Berman, Josh Forman, and Duncan Horn to wrap up the guys. For the girls are Courtney, Tamara Grundland, Cassie Freidman, Jodie Schram and Stephanie Gooel. So a pretty epic day off with people my age, for the most part.
I returned back into camp yesterday before I left for my day off from a wonderful 4 day canoe trip. The whole trip was a blast starting with our legendary first year tripper in Scott Pierce from Australia all the way to my boys who were on the trip as well. Each day offered something new and wild. It is unbelievable how beautiful Algonquin Park actually is when you stop and look around. The last night was difficult for me as my sleeping bag somehow got drenched with lake water. So the whole night I couldn’t sleep. I had to wrap myself up in towels which were already sorta wet, and tried sleeping in an Indian style sitting position rubbing my legs. I put on all 5 pairs of socks I had, my rain jacket, a sweater and some other pieces of clothing I was able to find. I look at it now and laugh but what a crazy and unfortunate set of circumstances I found myself in.
But now I am just chillen with all of my peoples for the day before I head back into camp for what should be another crazy week. But as promised I will keep you updated on everything possible that happens that is worth mention. Take care. Vajjjsicles. Nuff Nuffery.
Within the first few days I had gotten prepared in my own mind for what was yet to come. The only thing that I didn’t know yet was who my co-counsellors were going to be. This is an extremely important aspect of my summer because these were the guys I would be spending most of my time with not only with one another but of course with all of our kids. As I sat with all of the cousellors at the main camp fireplace a day before I left to go home for my cousin Jane’s wedding, I finally heard who my co’s were going to be. Jeff Ran, a long time family friend, and Lee Feldman. Probably the wildest trio in camp history but you gotta love it. After I heard the news we all went to our cabin, Dickson Bonfield, and got ready for what lie ahead.
The following morning, the 27th, I woke up at 6:30ish or so and made my way down to the docks to head back to Bloomfield Hills for Jane’s wedding at the Townsend Hotel located in Birmingham. In my car was Vic Norris, the director at camp, Sue Binder the wonderful lady who runs the office, Libby Sadek Von Neumann, a legend at camp who is a crucial element to the success of camp, and Matt Ran, the assistant program director and Jeff’s older brother, who is currently sitting next to me at Shaynes cottage eating breakfast and reading the New York Times magazine. Anywho, once I arrived home after a brief stop at the duty free store at the border I took Dudley for a rollerblade and talked with my majjj about everything that had happened so far at camp and the recent happenings with our family and the selling of our condo in Wabeek. Soon after the chat we all got ready for a night we would soon never forget. We arrived at the Townsend Hotel around 6ish and took pictures and awaited the ceremony. It was an unreal scene with all of my family members including my grandfather who was there in spirit, it was as if you could feel his presence there. The food was spectacular and Matt, Jane’s counterpart for the rest of time didn’t look too shabby himself.
The following morning I had to be at West Bloomfield High School at 6am sharp to take the camper bus back up to camp. I arrived a little late but still in time to see everyone’s parents and all the campers arrive. After a short 8 hour bus ride with 45 ten and eleven year olds I was back in action in Algonquin Park.
The first few days was a little hectic moving all the kids into our cabin because there are roughly 22 campers in my age group and only 14 can be in my cabin so there were a lot of upset kids who weren’t in my cabin but we did a little shifting so it was all fair and the situation was handled, thanks to boys director Jeff Avegian. I have still yet to play in a staff hockey game which is beyond upsetting and disappointing. This is mostly due to the weather conditions at camp but these are things that I cannot handle.
I am going to have a celebrity appearance, my girlfriend Courtney Wiesman who is going to tell you some things about her experiences thus far at camp. When I first arrived at camp it was a whole new experience for myself. It was difficult coming into a scene where everyone has been friends for numerous years, although I came here not only to spend the summer with Michael , but to learn more about my self and met many new people. So far at Camp Tamawka things are going great, the staff are all very approachable, fun, full of energy, and sincere. The camp is a wonderful way to realize how much you can learn about yourself when you are away from everything you are use to for example, the city life, all your friends and family, and of course technology. My campers are pioneers and I am learning so much about them, and kids in general. My campers are adorable and always full of stories and excitement. I am exited to meet all of their families and get to know them more as camp goes on. I am so lucky to have this opportunity to be at camp tamawka this summer, I am looking forward to all of the new and exciting things I am going to the chance to accomplish this summer.
Thanks to Courtney for her beautiful and kindly spoken words of wisdom and passion.
Currently at Shaynes cottage for my day off is Matt Ran, James Robinson, Daniel Berman, Josh Forman, and Duncan Horn to wrap up the guys. For the girls are Courtney, Tamara Grundland, Cassie Freidman, Jodie Schram and Stephanie Gooel. So a pretty epic day off with people my age, for the most part.
I returned back into camp yesterday before I left for my day off from a wonderful 4 day canoe trip. The whole trip was a blast starting with our legendary first year tripper in Scott Pierce from Australia all the way to my boys who were on the trip as well. Each day offered something new and wild. It is unbelievable how beautiful Algonquin Park actually is when you stop and look around. The last night was difficult for me as my sleeping bag somehow got drenched with lake water. So the whole night I couldn’t sleep. I had to wrap myself up in towels which were already sorta wet, and tried sleeping in an Indian style sitting position rubbing my legs. I put on all 5 pairs of socks I had, my rain jacket, a sweater and some other pieces of clothing I was able to find. I look at it now and laugh but what a crazy and unfortunate set of circumstances I found myself in.
But now I am just chillen with all of my peoples for the day before I head back into camp for what should be another crazy week. But as promised I will keep you updated on everything possible that happens that is worth mention. Take care. Vajjjsicles. Nuff Nuffery.
Monday, June 22, 2009
The Beginning of Summer 09'
Ive been in Toronto since the 19th relaxing and making sure Courtney gets to her swim class to get her Bronze Cross. She passed it yesterday, so now we are officially ready to head up to Tamakwa. The shores of South Tea Lake are only a few short hours away so I am excited to be this close. I will be driving tomorrow afternoon arriving at camp around 3:30ish. What happens after that is going to be epic in every sense of the word. Fortunately, for all of you I will be updating as often as possible with anything wild and crazy that occurs each day.
I picked up Courtney from the airport (DTW) with my little brother Jeffrey on the 19th. Once we grabbed her, we made our way back to my house in Bloomfield to pack up my car with both of our duffle bags. We left my house unsure as to whether the immigration/working permit office was still open as it was already 5pm. But to our delight we found out at the border that it was open 24 hours a day. We entered after Jeremy, the border official, told me that I will have a great time up at Tamakwa this summer. Jeremy handed me a yellow ticket and told me to head over and park.
We made our way out of the office with both of our permits and arrived in Toronto at 9:30pm. That night was a lot of fun. Ordered Classico Luigis Pizza and some garlic bread. I stayed in because it was a long day full of driving.
Before I left I had to say goodbye to Dudley. I didnt cry, nor did he, but we both knew what was happening.
The following morning I woke up in anticipation of the U.S. Open. Ross and I dropped off Courtney at the Shendys Water Aquatics at the Yorkdale school. The rest of the day was spent watching golf. Picked up Court and basically headed back to the place for the night as she exerted quite a bit of energy from 10am to 6pm. Actualy, I almost forgot but Court and I went to get liquor at the LCBO at like 9:50pm and ended up just a minute late when it closed at 10. Great effort no doubt but it was the first of a few attempts to purchase something and failing. It was pretty funny to watch us though as we were stressing and rushing to find the LCB store in the mall close to the apartment building.
Sunday-yesterday- was an action packed day. Dropeed Court off to take her final swim test- and layed out for a few hours with the likes of Corey Wiseberg and Howard Migdal. Last night after a wonderful dinner with David Mindell and Leah his gf, we went to Cheval, a booobonic chronic night club that is owned by one of my friends here. We got right in and had our own table and booth located right next to the DJ. Gripped a few bottles of Absolut and went from there. Courtney looked stunning and had a wonderful time herself. Not much is remembered from that night besides dancing to some sick Teddy remixes and Lady Gaga.
Today I spent time with Courtney walking around Toronto in search of some hockey tape. Failed miserably as I went around to 10 different stores. She picked up a watch and some calcium pills. Tonight I'm going to relax and get ready to drive to camp tomorrow.
I picked up Courtney from the airport (DTW) with my little brother Jeffrey on the 19th. Once we grabbed her, we made our way back to my house in Bloomfield to pack up my car with both of our duffle bags. We left my house unsure as to whether the immigration/working permit office was still open as it was already 5pm. But to our delight we found out at the border that it was open 24 hours a day. We entered after Jeremy, the border official, told me that I will have a great time up at Tamakwa this summer. Jeremy handed me a yellow ticket and told me to head over and park.
We made our way out of the office with both of our permits and arrived in Toronto at 9:30pm. That night was a lot of fun. Ordered Classico Luigis Pizza and some garlic bread. I stayed in because it was a long day full of driving.
Before I left I had to say goodbye to Dudley. I didnt cry, nor did he, but we both knew what was happening.
The following morning I woke up in anticipation of the U.S. Open. Ross and I dropped off Courtney at the Shendys Water Aquatics at the Yorkdale school. The rest of the day was spent watching golf. Picked up Court and basically headed back to the place for the night as she exerted quite a bit of energy from 10am to 6pm. Actualy, I almost forgot but Court and I went to get liquor at the LCBO at like 9:50pm and ended up just a minute late when it closed at 10. Great effort no doubt but it was the first of a few attempts to purchase something and failing. It was pretty funny to watch us though as we were stressing and rushing to find the LCB store in the mall close to the apartment building.
Sunday-yesterday- was an action packed day. Dropeed Court off to take her final swim test- and layed out for a few hours with the likes of Corey Wiseberg and Howard Migdal. Last night after a wonderful dinner with David Mindell and Leah his gf, we went to Cheval, a booobonic chronic night club that is owned by one of my friends here. We got right in and had our own table and booth located right next to the DJ. Gripped a few bottles of Absolut and went from there. Courtney looked stunning and had a wonderful time herself. Not much is remembered from that night besides dancing to some sick Teddy remixes and Lady Gaga.
Today I spent time with Courtney walking around Toronto in search of some hockey tape. Failed miserably as I went around to 10 different stores. She picked up a watch and some calcium pills. Tonight I'm going to relax and get ready to drive to camp tomorrow.
Thursday, June 11, 2009
Sniper Fenkell
Today, Saturday May 23rd, is a big day. Today marks the first day of my NARCH Regional championship Roller-Hockey Tournament. I will be participating in the Junior division- one under the pro division- as I was asked to play on it by Seth Rogers. This is the first time that my older brother Joel and I will be suiting up alongside one another with the same purpose- put the puck in the net as often and consistently as physically possible. Our team name is the Slingshots: Here is the link to the site:
http://www.pointstreak.com/players/players-division-leaders.html?divisionid=28698&seasonid=4002
I thought that this was the perfect time to hear from Joel and his feelings on this monumental day. Ladies and gentlemen please welcome Joel Fenkell:
Hello there! Wow, not every weekend you get to play with a top 5 collegiate roller hockey player, but that's the case today. With a hand picked select squad ranging from the outskirts of Lithuania to the cold mountains of northern Denmark, this team has it all. If the team can stay away from the hiatus of drugs, alcohol, and fast metro Detroit woman that are omnipresent, this team could...go...all...the...way. With offensive firepower, defensive prowess, and a goaltender nicknamed "Barry," beating our team could be tougher than walking if you have two legs. With that said, drop of the puck is tonight at 6:20pm and the game should be in hand by 6:22pm. Till then hockey fans...
http://www.pointstreak.com/players/players-division-leaders.html?divisionid=28698&seasonid=4002
I thought that this was the perfect time to hear from Joel and his feelings on this monumental day. Ladies and gentlemen please welcome Joel Fenkell:
Hello there! Wow, not every weekend you get to play with a top 5 collegiate roller hockey player, but that's the case today. With a hand picked select squad ranging from the outskirts of Lithuania to the cold mountains of northern Denmark, this team has it all. If the team can stay away from the hiatus of drugs, alcohol, and fast metro Detroit woman that are omnipresent, this team could...go...all...the...way. With offensive firepower, defensive prowess, and a goaltender nicknamed "Barry," beating our team could be tougher than walking if you have two legs. With that said, drop of the puck is tonight at 6:20pm and the game should be in hand by 6:22pm. Till then hockey fans...
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Final Four Action
I Just returned homefrom Feasterville for my national championship tournament. Sad news, my team lost in the Final Four against Lindenwood. I must admit one thing though, I gave it my all every time I hit the floor. If you wanna check it out for yourself go to http://www.ncrha.org/team.php?team_id=52665&area=schedule. Since I arrived back home I have ben relaxing and healing up. I suffered a deep thigh contusion during the second period of our first game against UNLV. Obviously I played through it the rest of the tournament. Quite a big game tonight in East Lansing as we fight for the championship at Ford Field. Just wanted to thank all my teammates for such an incredible season. Next year is already underway in terms of recruiting and finding new players.
Almost forgot. Courtney was accepted into Camp Tamakwa this summer. So I will be heading back to the Sunny Shores on South Tea Lake in Algonquin Park.
I was fortunate enough to broadcast Cranbrook Kingswood's 14th State Championship at Compuware Ice Arena over my spring break a few weeks back. What an amazing experience that was. My family is all doing well. Jeffrey Fenkell was up in East Lansing a few times last week. Joel is doing superb and Dudley is factoring.
Today, 4/22/09/ I am in my COM391 class, just took my final in class pop quiz. I leave to head home tomorrow morning with Adam Gordon to meet up with Bello. From there I will drive to Bloomington, IU to visit my brother and friends for Little 5 weekend. Should be epic beyond belief.
Almost forgot. Courtney was accepted into Camp Tamakwa this summer. So I will be heading back to the Sunny Shores on South Tea Lake in Algonquin Park.
I was fortunate enough to broadcast Cranbrook Kingswood's 14th State Championship at Compuware Ice Arena over my spring break a few weeks back. What an amazing experience that was. My family is all doing well. Jeffrey Fenkell was up in East Lansing a few times last week. Joel is doing superb and Dudley is factoring.
Today, 4/22/09/ I am in my COM391 class, just took my final in class pop quiz. I leave to head home tomorrow morning with Adam Gordon to meet up with Bello. From there I will drive to Bloomington, IU to visit my brother and friends for Little 5 weekend. Should be epic beyond belief.
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
National Championships 09'
I'm in a Holiday Inn Express in Feasterville, PA for my Roller Hockey National Championship tournament. I have yet to update for a little bit of time but its been for good reason. I have some cool updates though not just concerning myself but also on my family as well. First off, I was fortunate to renew my lease on my cadillac cts. Quite excited about that. I am officially going back to Tamakwa again this summer. I will be accompanied by my girlfriend Courtney, so it should be a fun action packed summer on the shores of South Tea. Furthermore, I was accepted into Specs Howard Broadcasting School next year.
Jeffrey is loving life in Bloomington, IU as a Freshmen. Joel is at home chillzing currently getting a job. Bobby and Ellen are chillzing enjoying life even through this difficult time with the economy. Dudley is still eating sleeping and pooping so until otherwise all is going just dandy.
Im gonna do the best I can to win the National Championship this year. Keep in touch and I'll let you know the outcome. Take care.
Jeffrey is loving life in Bloomington, IU as a Freshmen. Joel is at home chillzing currently getting a job. Bobby and Ellen are chillzing enjoying life even through this difficult time with the economy. Dudley is still eating sleeping and pooping so until otherwise all is going just dandy.
Im gonna do the best I can to win the National Championship this year. Keep in touch and I'll let you know the outcome. Take care.
Monday, February 16, 2009
Michael Fenkell Reporting Live: E S P N...
Well hello there. Havent submitted an entry in a while I guess, according to the stat sheet. I am currently laying in my bed in East Lansing after finishing my COM 391 exam a few hours ago. Not too bad of an exam I woke up early today at like 830ish and started doing what I needed to. Had a my teams last regular season games this past weekend in Rochester Hills, where we closed out undefeated in our league play. http://www.mcrhl.com/stats.php?regional_division_id=17
So not os bad thus far. We have our regionals 2 Sundays from now on the 28th. They will be held at the JCC in West Bloomfield. Hopefully we continue doing what we’ve been doing in order to reach our ultimate goal; to win the national championship in PA in early April. Lots of outstanding memoris so far this ear with my squad. We have a lot of great players which is necessary to have when you’re looking to do big things in small places. Courtney came to see a few of my games, which was really nice. She got to meet the team and vice versa.
Schools been going very well so far as well. I’m done in May so I’ve been busy trying to figure out not only my summer plans but my future plans as well. I’ve got some ideas and trust me I plan on telling you all when the time comes. I mean, I’ve never been good at hide n seek.
My family is doing outstanding. Joel still doing his work at home now in Bloomfield Hills. He’s currently trying to find a good job in sales. Jeffrey is in Bloomington, IN in his freshmen year. He’s doing great as well. Dudley is a cutie pie and forever will be. He’s actually having surgery as well as get his teeth cleaned. So hopefully all goes well with you Duds, I know your reading this. Majjj ans Fajjj are still doing their thing. It was my uncles 60th birthday, so yesterday my grandma Sybil rented out the Maple Arts Theatre and had a little party for him. We had good food, a nice birthday celebration, and finished off by showing a movie. Happy Birthday to my uncle Steve, who is very sick with MS, you look great and I wish you many more.
Forgot to mention that I had a broacast of the Cranbrook De La Salle game this past Friday. They won 2-1 in a very fast but somewhat sloppy game. Although, it was a big win overall as they jumped into a tie with Brother Rice atop the www.mihl.org standings. Their next game is against Brother Rice actually this EWdnesday at 7PM at Wallace Ice Arena. I do plan on broadcasting thir game even though I have an exam the following day. But you only live once and you gotta stay focused and passionate on whats important in life as often as possible.
All good things people, all good things. Just try to enjoy your damn life and not let anything get too serious. Vajjjsicles. V For Vankle. My kids first name is gonna be Puddin’.
So not os bad thus far. We have our regionals 2 Sundays from now on the 28th. They will be held at the JCC in West Bloomfield. Hopefully we continue doing what we’ve been doing in order to reach our ultimate goal; to win the national championship in PA in early April. Lots of outstanding memoris so far this ear with my squad. We have a lot of great players which is necessary to have when you’re looking to do big things in small places. Courtney came to see a few of my games, which was really nice. She got to meet the team and vice versa.
Schools been going very well so far as well. I’m done in May so I’ve been busy trying to figure out not only my summer plans but my future plans as well. I’ve got some ideas and trust me I plan on telling you all when the time comes. I mean, I’ve never been good at hide n seek.
My family is doing outstanding. Joel still doing his work at home now in Bloomfield Hills. He’s currently trying to find a good job in sales. Jeffrey is in Bloomington, IN in his freshmen year. He’s doing great as well. Dudley is a cutie pie and forever will be. He’s actually having surgery as well as get his teeth cleaned. So hopefully all goes well with you Duds, I know your reading this. Majjj ans Fajjj are still doing their thing. It was my uncles 60th birthday, so yesterday my grandma Sybil rented out the Maple Arts Theatre and had a little party for him. We had good food, a nice birthday celebration, and finished off by showing a movie. Happy Birthday to my uncle Steve, who is very sick with MS, you look great and I wish you many more.
Forgot to mention that I had a broacast of the Cranbrook De La Salle game this past Friday. They won 2-1 in a very fast but somewhat sloppy game. Although, it was a big win overall as they jumped into a tie with Brother Rice atop the www.mihl.org standings. Their next game is against Brother Rice actually this EWdnesday at 7PM at Wallace Ice Arena. I do plan on broadcasting thir game even though I have an exam the following day. But you only live once and you gotta stay focused and passionate on whats important in life as often as possible.
All good things people, all good things. Just try to enjoy your damn life and not let anything get too serious. Vajjjsicles. V For Vankle. My kids first name is gonna be Puddin’.
Thursday, January 22, 2009
Toronto Factoring in the Broadcast Booth
Well wel well….quite a New Years celebration in Toronto. First off it is only appropriate to thank those who hosted such an incredible life-long memory. Ross Lipson, Howie Migdal, Corey Weisberg, Josh Diamond, Matt Budman, Michael Budman, and Mara Sofferin. I arrived in Toronto on the 29th of December, a day earlier than most arrived in Toronto with Max Smith. When I arrived in Toronto I was notified by Josh Diamond that he had a ice hockey game, and needed an extra player. To his surpise I actually brought up all my ice hockey equipment. I mean come on people who takes their hockey equipment to a new years celebration besides Fenkell. So I played in the game and stepped on the ice for the first time in a few months. My first shift, literally 2 seconds after I took a stride, I served a penalty for too many men. A few minutes later I got called for a tripping penalty. Then during the 3rd period off the facoff I pushed the puck through the opposing centers leg and somehow the ref, who hd it out for me all game, got in the way. So I then decided to tell him to “Get out of the way”, to seconds later he threw me out of the game. Pretty ild if you ask me. 3 penalties in my first game back, not to mention it was a Jewsih league where no penalties were called basically besides on me. All in all it was a fun time and a great experience.
After the game I went to my boy Corey Weisbergs place to eat a nice organic dinner. He playd on JD’s team in the game and I decided hell why not go to his place and get some food. The rest of that night was comprised of doing illegal things and watching hockey, the only sport covered in Canada on TSN. Probably the greatest thing in the world, because ESPN barely rarely covers the NHL. I passed out soon thereafter at Ross’s place in preparation for a wild day as most of my friends would be driving up that day. I woke up at roughly 11am to Howie Migdal telling me he needed me to join him to go buy food, liquor, and beer. So I agreed and tagged along to get all the necessities for a crazy New Years experience. During this 2 hour ordeal of shopping and buying drinks I got a call from Josh Diamond. He informed me of a outdoor hockey game at Michael Budmans hockey rink. I obviously told him I was in. Before I knew it I found myself skating on Budmans rink in a 3 on 3 game. It was simply incredible and filled with laughter and competition. After the game in which Michael Matt Budman, and myself won I headed back to Lipsons via a nice car ride from Garelli. As a arrived back to the apartment I was bombarded with new faces from America. All of my boys and a lot of their girlfriends. This includes the likes of David Mindel, Dyla Michilin, Adam Gordon, Nick Roubal, Jason Goldis, Jordan Lanyi, Joe Miller, Kevin Kresch, Leah Moscowitz, Ashley Sherman, Abby Siegel, Nikki Balaj, and Katie Bacon. That ight was fulfilled with a lot of illegal things and a lot of fun.
The following day, aka New Years Eve, was comprised of more hockey outside Budmans house. More 3 on 3 action. That night we headed to Century for new Years. We hopped on the Grub Canada bus with everyone en route to a wild night. We arrived at the club to see a line longer than my branch. We were literally outside witnessing fights and watching bouncers push people back. We entered the club at 11:45 only 15 minutes before the ball dropped. Once we did get in though we hit up our VIP booth and began drinking and eating the appetizers presented to us because we were VIP. Not too shabby. One of the only things I can recall from that night was
Ross and I dancing on these two barriers overlooking the dance floor going crazy with all these women whom we had no idea who they were. Pretty E P I C if you sk me. After a few hours or so we all gathered up and left to go to this kids house party where a lot fo our boys were. We showed up at roughly 230am to see a bunch of people dancing to this DJ playing some quality jams. That night I arrived back to Ross’ place only to end up leaving his apartment with Smitty to pass out at my boy Matt Oriensteins.
The next day every one left but Smitty and I and that day was spent just chill factoring. We left the following day and stopped in Windsor at Taco Bell. They had fries there that were really the booobs. The remainder of break was spent lifting, factoring, playing Mario kart with Joel, having Courtney come spend a few days with my family and I, and do big things in small places.
School has officially started and I have 4 solid classes with 4 solid professors. This is my last semester in college. Pretty wild.
Great news also regarding my dream in becoming a eSPN NHL analyst/broadcaster/reporter. I have officially started broadcasting hockey games for Cranbrook Kingswood. I did the first ever official broadcast with Novi CC’s announcers Mike Lefleur and Mike McGee. I head to Alpena tomorrow with their squad to do the first ever CK Hockey broadcast done by only CK announcers.
After the game I went to my boy Corey Weisbergs place to eat a nice organic dinner. He playd on JD’s team in the game and I decided hell why not go to his place and get some food. The rest of that night was comprised of doing illegal things and watching hockey, the only sport covered in Canada on TSN. Probably the greatest thing in the world, because ESPN barely rarely covers the NHL. I passed out soon thereafter at Ross’s place in preparation for a wild day as most of my friends would be driving up that day. I woke up at roughly 11am to Howie Migdal telling me he needed me to join him to go buy food, liquor, and beer. So I agreed and tagged along to get all the necessities for a crazy New Years experience. During this 2 hour ordeal of shopping and buying drinks I got a call from Josh Diamond. He informed me of a outdoor hockey game at Michael Budmans hockey rink. I obviously told him I was in. Before I knew it I found myself skating on Budmans rink in a 3 on 3 game. It was simply incredible and filled with laughter and competition. After the game in which Michael Matt Budman, and myself won I headed back to Lipsons via a nice car ride from Garelli. As a arrived back to the apartment I was bombarded with new faces from America. All of my boys and a lot of their girlfriends. This includes the likes of David Mindel, Dyla Michilin, Adam Gordon, Nick Roubal, Jason Goldis, Jordan Lanyi, Joe Miller, Kevin Kresch, Leah Moscowitz, Ashley Sherman, Abby Siegel, Nikki Balaj, and Katie Bacon. That ight was fulfilled with a lot of illegal things and a lot of fun.
The following day, aka New Years Eve, was comprised of more hockey outside Budmans house. More 3 on 3 action. That night we headed to Century for new Years. We hopped on the Grub Canada bus with everyone en route to a wild night. We arrived at the club to see a line longer than my branch. We were literally outside witnessing fights and watching bouncers push people back. We entered the club at 11:45 only 15 minutes before the ball dropped. Once we did get in though we hit up our VIP booth and began drinking and eating the appetizers presented to us because we were VIP. Not too shabby. One of the only things I can recall from that night was
Ross and I dancing on these two barriers overlooking the dance floor going crazy with all these women whom we had no idea who they were. Pretty E P I C if you sk me. After a few hours or so we all gathered up and left to go to this kids house party where a lot fo our boys were. We showed up at roughly 230am to see a bunch of people dancing to this DJ playing some quality jams. That night I arrived back to Ross’ place only to end up leaving his apartment with Smitty to pass out at my boy Matt Oriensteins.
The next day every one left but Smitty and I and that day was spent just chill factoring. We left the following day and stopped in Windsor at Taco Bell. They had fries there that were really the booobs. The remainder of break was spent lifting, factoring, playing Mario kart with Joel, having Courtney come spend a few days with my family and I, and do big things in small places.
School has officially started and I have 4 solid classes with 4 solid professors. This is my last semester in college. Pretty wild.
Great news also regarding my dream in becoming a eSPN NHL analyst/broadcaster/reporter. I have officially started broadcasting hockey games for Cranbrook Kingswood. I did the first ever official broadcast with Novi CC’s announcers Mike Lefleur and Mike McGee. I head to Alpena tomorrow with their squad to do the first ever CK Hockey broadcast done by only CK announcers.
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