Friday, April 30, 2010

Westerns

Yeahhhh Babyyy, Hopkins Hurt comes in as the #1 seed for Westerns this year. We also get byes for the first 2 rounds so we don't play until 1:00 P.M on Saturday!
Here's the schedule:

http://hs-westerns2010.upa.org/schedules/competition

We're going into Seattle as the #1 seed, and we're gonna leave Seattle as the #1 seed. WBN

Mekler bring a good movie for the plane.



Klaney

Thursday, April 29, 2010

Boys Varsity Game at Armstrong - Details

Fellas -

We're playing our game at Armstrong tonight, which is just west of 169 on 36th Ave N.

The address of the school is: 10635 36th Ave N, Plymouth, MN.

The field we will most likely be playing on is the one last year, down by Medicine Lake. We are going to meet in the back parking lot (the teacher's lot) of the high school, then if we have to move, we'll move from there.

Parents, if you are coming to the game and don't see us at the field, please give me a call at 630-803-7350 and I can direct you to our new field. Updates will be posted here as necessary.

Thanks,
Mike

Wednesday, April 28, 2010

Rule Myths

Hurtems,

Over the past week or so I've seen our players encounter some calls that could have been handled better, both at Mudbath and at league games.

To avoid these situations at Nationals and State, I'm going to assign some reading material for everyone.

UPA Rules blog - Calls & Contests you are welcome to read the whole thing, but the part that's the assignment starts at Rule Myth: "It's the receiver's call"

You can stop reading immediately following the discussion of "check feet" as an imaginary call.
Please keep in mind that knowing the rules is part of your job as a Hurtem.

It's a gorgeous day for ultimate, have fun.
-Erin

Varsity Schedule and Update for 4/28-29

First off, congrats to the girls' team for a great win vs Cretin last night!

Like the JV team has done, due to field availability concerns, the Varsity team is moving our game on Thursday 4/29 from a home game at Lindbergh to an away game at Robbinsdale Armstrong HS. Meet at Lindbergh at 4:30 to carpool.

Thank you to Armstrong and Coach Mike Berseth for being able to accomodate our field space request in ways that has been difficult from our own school. Right now, they are figuring out which of two (two!!!) guaranteed (guaranteed!!!) field spaces we'll be using; once that is decided I will update this information on the blog.

Tonight, Wednesday, we'll be practicing at Lindbergh at 6 PM. Meet near the climbing structure and we'll be there if the space allotted for us is open. If not we may be scrambling. Such is life as noble warriors. Remember, there is still time before nationals! Be there! Get your brothers to practice!!!

Mikey K

Tuesday, April 27, 2010

Update! JV Practice and Game

Due to field space concerns at Lindbergh, we will be moving our league game this week to a road game at Orono. Please plan to arrive at Orono HS by 5:15. Additional details on parking and field location within the Orono campus will be provided when available.

Jennifer Kreiman will organize the transportation.

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JV practice will be at Lions Park tomorrow from 5:00 to 7:30.

Mudbath Lost & Found

If you came to Madison and are either missing gear or have found something that is not yours, please comment within. Some items have already been posted on the Mudbath Champions thread.

Granite City -- All Teams

The JV has an upcoming tournament this weekend in St. Cloud. The current roster is as follows:

Saturday and Sunday (8): Locketz, Mosow, Gollin, Herzog, Margolis, Raskin, Ratner, Steinman

Sunday Only (2): Elias, Younger

The JV is looking for additional players and we would to invite players from the other two teams to play with us at the Granite City Classic. While many of the Varsity boys and girls are busy with something called prom this weekend, those of you who are not attending prom should consider joining us in St. Cloud.

If you are interested, please sign up in the comments below. Cost is $15 for one day and $25 for two.

Also, drivers desperately needed.

Monday, April 26, 2010

GIRLS HOME GAME!!!!!!!!! 4/27

Home game at the Tanglen field.
Come at 5:30, but remember if softball is still playing we CANNOT be on the field.

****Also bring your friends/prom dates/boyfriend (coughmaralaurelabbybaileycough). This is a big game, let's have lots of fans!!!

Varsity Practice Tonight 6-7

Varsity - nice work this weekend but we still have a lot to learn and get together. We're practicing tonight at Lindbergh Field 10 (by the climbing structure) at 6 PM. Your captains and I will be leaving at 7 to go to the Exec Meeting at Sheri's but we have the fields until 8 so you can stay and work on throws, etc.

See you tonight.
Michael K

Sunday, April 25, 2010

Mudbath Champions

The winners of the girls and open division of the Madison Mudbath are on their way home. Congratulations to all three Hopkins Ultimate teams on a great tournament.

Estimated arrival time: 8:30 to 9 p.m.

Thursday, April 22, 2010

Madison trip leaves tomorrow

Besides rain gear, cleats, tennis shoes and tournament gear (see Jeanine's post below), please pack a sleeping bag, pillow and towel and sleeping pad if you have one. You will also need meal money for Friday evening and Sunday lunch/dinner.

Your hosts (two repeats from last year) are -

Varsity Boys Team Natalie Hagen, 21 Mt. Rainier Lane, Madison, WI 53705

JV Boys Team Susan Sunde Family,6410 Antietam Lane, Madison WI 53705

Girls Team Winton and Tammy Boyd, 41 Black Oak Circle, Madison, WI 53711

These are families with current or former players at Memorial HS. Treat their homes respectfully and show them the appreciation they deserve for sharing their homes with us.

Also, big thanks to all six coaches who will be with the teams and the three parents who are accompanying our players -- Mimi Klane, John Dailey and Lucinda Cummings!

Meet at 3 p.m. Friday (4/23) at Adath Jeshurun, 10500 Hillside Lane West . Leave at 3:15.

Tournament schedules and information can be found at Madison Mudbath's web site.

Wednesday, April 21, 2010

Boys Varsity at South

Where: Powderhorn Park (14th Ave S and 32nd St)
When: Thursday. carpool meeting time at 4:15, game at 6.
Traffic will be bad, especially on 394 E. Hopefully we can start warming up at 5. I'm sure you have a normal meeting spot etc., ask your captains if you're not sure where to be.
FYI, both Mikey and Lou are out of town tomorrow - so you're stuck with me.
Erin

JV Game vs. Eden Prairie B

Please be at Lindbergh with cleats on by 5:15 in order to warm up for our league game tomorrow vs. Eden Prairie B. We will be playing on either field 9 or field 10. Other sports have the fields reserved until 6pm, so DO NOT INTERFERE with any games / practices going on. In fact, if a game runs long, there is a chance we may not be able to use the fields right at 6pm.

If there is not a suitable place for warm-up, we will have to wait until space opens up. It is unfortunate that we are in this situation, but ANY disruption to other teams will have serious consequences for our club's ability to practice and play at Lindbergh.

See you tomorrow. GAME TIME!

Madison Mudbath- Bring your tennis shoes!

So it looks like it supposed to rain all weekend in Madison. Please bring tennis shoe in case we are not able to use the fields at some point. They will have back up indoor opportunities available.

Also remember that if we are outside that you will need warm and appropriate clothing. 55 degrees and raining can be quite chili. This means bring winter hats, mittens, hand warmers, raincoats, tights, plenty of socks, umbrellas and any layers you have that dry quickly and can keep you warm while wet. NO COTTON!

Tuesday, April 20, 2010

Smarsity Smactice

We will be practicing at 6:00 pm on 4-21-10 at Lindbergh field 10. That is the one by the lax bros. I better see you all there
WBN

Varsity Practice

Practice at Lions Park at 6:00 pm Tonight.

Monday, April 19, 2010

Girls game at Armstrong Tomorrow

Game starts at 6pm, please be there at 5pm. Talk about carpools tonight at the pasta party. Thanks! See you there.
Jeanine and Erin

p.s. our field location is different than in past years.
3725 Pilgrim Lane North
Plymouth, MN

Scrimmage at TCF Bank

Boys Varsity, Meet at Linbergh at 7:15 pm to leave for the scrimmage. Be there at that time and no later or else you will get left behind.

Lets slice and dice some grey duck,

Klaney

Sunday, April 18, 2010

JV Practice Schedule

By popular demand, JV practice will be Monday, 5:00-7:30 at Lions Park.

MADISON MUDBATH - APRIL 23-25

ATTENTION PARENTS

Madison Mudbath is coming up quickly. Just want to put in a plug to get a few more parents to enjoy all the tournament offers. You'll have a wonderful time watching the elite teams of the tournament - Hopkins' teams. Being a chaperone at this tournament is about the easiest chaperone job you can get.


  • Ride the coach with us. We still have plenty of room. (The coach is even equipped with WIFI and DVD. It's a really tough life.)

  • Help collect the athletes each morning from their host homes (on the bus, real tough duty).

  • Cheer on and support our teams (we have 3 teams playing in the tournament).

  • Help fill water bottles.

  • Just be there to help in any way our coaches and athletes need.

  • Help make sure the athletes all get back to their host homes or actitivities in the evening.

  • Relax in the luxurious accommodations of the Radisson West Madison Hotel each evening (including the Sleep Number bed in your room) while the athletes enjoy the supervision of their host parents and coaches. Each morning, enjoy a full hot breakfast buffet at the Radisson, included with your room.

  • Spend most of your time just watching WITH PRIDE the classiest athletes of the tournament - our kids. (Now, this really is a tough job, but someone has to do it!!!!)

Parent Bus Rides:
For parents wishing to go, you are welcome to either drive yourself, or ride the bus with us. Roundtrip bus is only $75 per person.

Hotel Reservations:
We have reserved a block of rooms at the Radisson Hotel Madison at only $79 per night (90.46 per night, including 14.5% taxes). A hot buffet breakfast is also included with your room. Rooms can be reserved in your name beginning tomorrow morning (Monday, April 19). Just let them know you're with HOPKINS ULTIMATE. Any problems, let me know or ask for Fred in Sales at the hotel. If you're interested in more information about the hotel, please visit the following link:

http://www.radisson.com/madisonwi

Radisson Hotel Madison
517 Grand Canyon Drive, Madison Wisconsin 53719,
(608) 833-0100

Driving Directions:
Driving directions to Madison and the playing fields (and Radisson) can be found by clicking the following link: http://www.mapquest.com/mq/8-QjvMxU38STboY189

For your own GPS, the address for the tournament is:
James Madison Memorial High School
201 S. Gammon Rd.
Madison, WI 53717


Also, I will probably need a bit of help when loading the bus. Please don't just place luggage under the bus as it will need to be separated by team so it will be easier when we drop athletes off at their host homes. If you have any questions, please call me at 612-508-6965 or at jdailey@healthmarketer.com. Thanks, and I look forward to seeing you at the tournament.

John Dailey