Good Morning Gentlemen,
As most of you know, I’m taking my talents to almost South Beach (Orlando) at the end of the month. This decision was brought about by work, family, and knowing I won’t have to see Brock every week anymore. I can imagine the heartbreak and stress many of you are feeling at the thought of losing your reigning state champion and clear best player at the club (sorry Arvy (not sorry Dave)), so let me address a few concerns:
1) I will be back in town a few days per month and maintaining a social membership. I will not miss a Glo-Ball, because, well, f*ck Town Club. So Einhorn can rest easy at night. Just a reminder… Mike and I are 9-0 in the “A” bracket, so we’d appreciate some help bringing the trophy to its rightful home.
2) Will I still be able to play paddle?/Are there courts in Orlando? Yes. The only courts in Florida are in the Villages, so I will be playing with a bunch of old farts who can’t move anymore. Basically, it will be exactly the same as the last 5 years.
3) Who will keep Brock’s ego in check now? There’s an up-and-comer named Michael Johnson to keep your eye on. He has an APT Tour page (see here:
https://www.atptour.com/en/players/michael-johnson/j332/overview), so just give him a year or two and some advice on how to play the screens, and you’ll have my replacement.
4) Will I ever come back? Only time will tell, but possibly. At the very least, I will be a younger, better Rick Remnitz; showing up just enough to keep the legend alive.
With all that said, I’m coming out on Tuesday night (22nd) for Open Paddle. If anyone wants to stop by for one final socially distanced elbow-bump, please do. I’m also bringing a buddy who’s interested in joining. He’s never played before, so if some of you newbies came out and showed him a good time, that would be awesome. Per our board’s wishes, we’ll keep things outside as much as possible. Looking forward to a good night.
See you then,
WTF? For five years the guy dominates the TCC and not a word in print — then he pulls a stunt like this — lays down some serious smack and leaves? I don’t think so!
Way to put a large X on my ass on your way out the door, Bayliss. Replacing you and keeping Brock’s ego in check? Not possible on either account, but I will give it my best shot.
Great email Andrew. I enjoyed it immensely.
Hope Florida works out for you and the family and glad that you will be around a few days a month going forward.
Are we still playing Smack?