SPLASH THE PEACE PLEASE
A textbook splash down for NASA and the astronauts of Artemis II took place on Saturday, confirming the mind bending ability that there was a successful human space flight around the moon. Well done humanity! Maybe we are slowly inching towards understanding the physics behind this fascinating reality we exist in. Because the fact that the current objective data shows human experience consists of inhabiting a billions of year old space rock "floating" in a possible infinite universe attached to a middle aged nuclear fusion powered star for its sole energy source is one of the trippiest things out there...objectively speaking.
Exploration into that "space" can be both thrilling and terrifying, which is par for the course as far as objective beliefs go. But congratulations to science and humanity for figuring out how to safely explore our tiny little pocket of universe and also well done for giving the successful completion of these missions such a dope name akin to other familiar stars in our world, the Splash Brothers. Because as "textbook" as this reentry into our atmosphere was for NASA it will never be more perfect then the backcourt duo of Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson in 2015-16 as they established themselves as the greatest shooting backcourt in NBA history. With their own version of textbook shooting form, otherworldly movement off the ball and a cosmic understanding of the game, they created a dynasty and reshaped the way basketball is played to this day. Since their dominance from behind the arc the objective data shifted into a brave new style that consists of shooting more threes and lays than long twos to optimise a teams offensive efficiency. Sure, us old school '90's heads miss the days of fadeaways in the lane, the middys, and bankshots placed to perfection by the likes of Jordan, Kobe, Duncan and Dirk. But change is the only constant, and we see the evolution of space travel and gameplay exploding like dying stars. Which by the way are critically important to the universe as they disperse crucial elements that fuel the birth of new stars and planets for potential sun worshiping heathens like ourselves to inhabit. So embrace truth and change and embrace the three ball and embrace the splash, because a splash is a swish and a swish is a splash no matter what planet you're on.
Here's the Weekly Recap:
Thursday night 35+ League was again the only rocket launching for Swish this week as we countdown to the blast off of "The League" April 28th! See the tentative schedule now and get yourselves registered for your team here if you haven't already. If you're wanting to join a team please register as a free agent and if a team is needing a player we will reach out. Also, get that cheddar ball dialed in cause it's gonna be a hot one this summer, says the data. On to the action...
Game one between Santa Fe Elite and Nothing But Net showed the power of naming a team after a splash down as we saw "those that never hit rim" dominate the Elite squad and win easily 72-54. Martin Ortiz was channeling sun god energy as he topped all scorers with 27 pts and young Randal Holmes had some serious gravitational pull, complementing the captain with 18 pts, 11 rebs and 7 dimes. For the Elites of Santa Fe, Bobby Richarson was moving and shooting well in his sweet fitting jersey as he led the team with 19 pts in the loss.
Game two showed us the agitation of universal masses when they veer too close to one another, as Zia Elite employed chaotic, defensive disruption in an attempt to slow IPS and their shooting stars. Through the unnecessary physical play and boring jawing back and forth, it was the Trujillos from IPS shining bright as Greg Trujillo kept a steady head and hand to explode for 33 pts, 10 rebs, 5 dimes and 3 thefts, meanwhile Justin Trujillo was calm as dark matter, netting 17 pts in the 83-61 win. For Zia (Sun symbol and sacred emblem of the Zia Pueblo) Elite, Oscar Nuñez did his best Klay Thompson impersonation going 8-11 from deep to lead his team in the loss with 25 pts, 4 rebs, 4 dimes and 3 thefts.
In Game three Mob went full solar eclipse as they routed the donners of Air Force Ones to the tune of 109-63. For Mob, EJ Lucero got his Steph on, going 9-14 from beyond the void to score 33 pts and found time in zero gravity to dish out 5 dimes as well. Andrew Ellsworth was everything, everywhere, all at once putting up 26 pts, 6 rebs, 12 dimes and 3 thefts while Ben Ellsworth went nuclear on the boards, snatching 24 rebs from the sky to complement a 19 pts, 7 dime, 3 steal, 4 block effort. FAZO was missing some key stars in their galaxy but Brian Fairchild kept the team in orbit by going full black hole sun, scorching the nets for 32 pts on 29 shots and led the team in boards with 8 rips. Nick Rivera did what he does best dishing out a team high 10 assists in the defeat.
Sun salutations and remember to play hard and be kind at the same time. This space rock experience is awesome. Let us honor that awesomeness everytime we get to play this GAME we love together with respect and kindness. There's no room in this universe for ugliness and hostility, now more than ever. Be beautiful. Be a splash down. Be a star.
Respect the game, Santa Fe Swish
