KINGS WIN!

Final Score 17-5

Coming from loser bracket.

Kings Close to Clinching

Now lead 13-5

Kings Take Game 1 16-10

One final match will determine the champs.

REMATCH!

(Lumberton, NJ) - Son of Chupas vs. Quate Kings in the Championships.

Video From This Afternoon. Trot Shoots Quates at Pop's Pub

Quate Kings In Loser Finals

(Lumberton, NJ) - It's Diamond Club and the Quate Kings to decide who faces Son of Chupas for the championship.

Son of Chupas Knock Quate Kings Into Loser Bracket; Collect "Royal Bounty"

(Lumberton, NJ) - Son of Chupas shocked the crowd ( and the shuffleboard world) with a 15-8 victory of the Quate Kings. Odds are Quate Kings will see their way through the loser bracket and meet Son of Chupas once again in finals.

Here's hoping they put the bounty check to good use.

Quate Kings and Son of Chupas In Winner's Finals

Quate Kings Send Diamond Club To Loser Bracket

The kings threatened a shutout,  but in the end won 15-9 to secure their spot in thw semifinals. The other semifinal will feature Ten Point Favorites vs. Son of Chupas. Still alive in loser bracket: Dead Rabbits,  PM Lights Out, Gold Gloves, and Sweet Sombreros.

Axeman Can Play Shuffleboard

He is leading in an exhibition game.

Trotter Shooting Quates

Trotter is Here

Axeman at Pops Pob

Final Delayed Prelim Underway.

HOF Industries and PM Lights Out face off in final Preliminary.

Quate Kings Move On

Our Heroes moved on by defeating Sweet Sombrero.

Ten Point Favorites Advance to Semifinals

Ten Point Favorites came from behind and used an 8 point bomb to defeat Dead Rabbits 16-8.

Free Money, Secret Sombreros, Dead Rabbits Advance

Are We There Yet?

Getting close. A little over an hour away.

And The Mystery Guest Will Be....

(Lumberton, NJ) - Well, it's not:

1. Whitney Houston
2. Big Boss Man
3. Pat Combs
4. John Popper
5. Rich Kotite
6. Marvis Frazier

Any intelligent shuffleboard player should know the answer by now.

If This Turkey Tastes Half As Good As It Looks...

(Lumberton, NJ) - The long wait is nearly over. Can March Madness X possibly live up to its sky-high expectations? There are many reasons to expect March Madness X to be the best ever:

• "Royal Bounty"
• Mystery celebrity appearance
• The return of "Fired and Ice"
• Rumors of new Quate Kings memorabilia
• "Bigger" payouts to winners

High expectations can lead to disappointment...such as dry, overcooked turkeys.

You Won't Get to "Meet Marvis Frazier"

(Philadelphia, PA) - Early this morning, one time heavyweight contender Marvis Fraizer announced he would not be the mystery guest at March Madness . Marvis' announcement left fans crestfallen, as many had long dreamed to experience what is promised at www.meetmarvisfrazier.com .

Marvis regrets he will not make it to March Madness X.

Marvis longs to attend the tournament. Alas, his schedule is too full. Marvis' memoir goes to print Monday and he and his team will be at work all weekend conducting final proofing and making last minute changes.

The organizers of March Madness X presented by Pop's Pub are now scrambling to secure someone of Marvis' stature to attend their event. We at www.TripleCrownOfShuffleboard.com , are praying for their success.

Click Play below to watch Marvis' entire fight against "Iron" Mike Tyson. Most boxing pundits agree if Marvis had escaped the first 30 seconds, he had a great chance to win.

You Can Count Rich Kotite Out

(Lumberton, NJ) - As we continue to identify those who will not be Saturday's mystery guest, we regret to inform the masses that former Eagle and Jet HC Rich Kotite will not be the mystery guest.

May fans remember Kotite's famous "Hey, eight and eight is great." quote. He is also noteworthy for replacing fired Pete Carroll as Jets Head Coach. 

Using today's information, you may already be able to guess Saturday's mystery guest.

He's Not Blues Traveling To Pops' Pub

(Lumberton, NJ) - It's Wednesday and time for our fourth celebrity who will not be the mystery guest this Saturday. John Popper, lead singer and world class harmonica player from the band "Blue Traveler", will not be attending March Madness.

John Graduated from Princeton High School in New Jersey and later lived in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. Today, he spends much of his time in Washington State.

John Popper,  master musician, will not attend March Madness.

Mobile App? Not Now, Not Ever!

(Riverton, NJ) -For the last time, there is no TCoS mobile app! It is completely unnecessary as the page is designed for easy viewing in any mobile browser. See mobile phone screen shot below.

With our mobile-friendly site, you can read the latest posts while driving to work anytime!

March Madness Mystery Guest No List

(Lumberton, NJ) - So far, we know the mystery guest won't be named "Whitney Houston" or "Big Boss Man". We can now inform you the mystery guest will not be former Phillie Pat Combs.

Pat was born in Rhode Island and moved to Texas early in life. He attended Rice University before joining the Phillies organization. Combs enjoyed limited success in four seasons as a Phillie. Now retired from the game, Pat lives in Texas and works as a financial adviser at Morgan Stanley.

Pat Combs, though currently living, will not be our mystery guest.

TCoS - Bulletin: No Funds in Cypriot Banks

(Nicosia, Cyprus) - With the ongoing bank bailout in Cyprus including the partial seizure of some accounts, TCoS wishes to inform our fans of the financial impact this will have on our organization: There should be no impact as our cash reserves are held in US banks, and not in Cypriot banks.

 

We know much better places to "offshore" our assets than Cyprus.

Mystery Guest Clue: Who Won't Be The Mystery Guest

(Lumberton, NJ) - Today we introduce a new feature which will run all week. As you may have read on this page or another shuffleboard site, there are rumors of a mystery guest attending March Madness X.

Contractual obligations prevent us from revealing the mystery guest's identity. Instead, each day this week, we will profile one person who is not the mystery guest. Once you have ruled out these six people, guessing the mystery guest should be quite easy.

Today's confirmed non-guest is The Big Boss Man.

The Big Boss Man, a prison guard character. Wrestling as a heel, Boss Man's post-match routine often included handcuffing his defeated opponents (mainly jobbers) to the ring rope and beating them with a nightstick or ball and chain.

Born Ray Traylor, Bossman sandwiched two stints in the WWF/WWE (1988-1993 and 1998-2003) around time with All-Japan Wrestling and WCW.

Due to his death from a heart attack in 2004 at 41 years old, Ray "Big Boss Man" Traylor will not be the mystery guest at March Madness X.

TCoS and NASCAR - Surprising Similarities

(Daytona Beach, FL) - At first glance, most spectators would say the other major sports league which TCoS most resembles is the NFL. It's true these leagues have some commonality. However, the truth is that TCoS and NASCAR have more in common than any other sports sanctioning bodies.

The most noteworthy characteristic shared by TCoS and the NASCAR is how the season opens with the biggest event. While the World Series and Super Bowl end baseball and football season, respectively. The Daytona 500 and March Madness are both the first and most significant event of their sport's season. Like racing, top shuffleboard players spend their winters preparing for their sport's premier event. Once the first event's results are in the books, the season continues, but the remaining events do not match the importance of the premier.

Another common characteristic is the elite talent at March Madness, as well as the Daytona 500. Racer Jimmy Johnson commented "There have been other tracks that have separated the men from the boys. This is the track that will separate the brave from the weak after the boys are gone. If you replace "track" with "tournament", you have a perfect description of talent level and intensity at Pop's Pub for March Madness.

We are getting closer to that special Saturday. It's like Christmas in March!

NASCAR-style jackets...No coincidence here.

"Bands" vs. "Weigh Money"

(Riverton, NJ) - Despite Rick already announcing the 2013 tournament cash prizes, we are hearing rumors of bigger payouts to the victors of March Madness X. Frankly, we don't know what to make of it. Our best guess is that Rick has secured some prime sponsorships leading to bigger payouts. We've learned over the years, however, that Rick is an unpredictable rogue. When we try to guess his next move, we are typically wrong.

More suspense as the tournament season creeps closer...

Money.Sponsorships...Kind of makes me long for the good 'ole days of amateur shuffleboard.

Rumors Swirl Regarding Mystery Guest

(Lumberton, NJ) - Typically, traffic to this website jumps in the weeks leading up to March Madness. The magnitude of traffic this year is especially impressive, though. Shuffleboard pundits are attributing the 2013 web traffic jump to rumors surrounding this year's mystery guest.

Of course, we don't know who this year's mystery guest will be. Actually, we know - we just won't tell you. Another reason to make it to Pop's Pub this Saturday. More later this week...

One things certain: The Mystery Guest won't be Whitney Houston.

Play 3 - Get Recognized

(Riverton, NJ) - The Triple Crown of Shuffleboard reminds all active players this year's series will again feature our recognition program. It's simple: play in all 3 tournaments, and TCoS will recognize your commitment with a nice piece of Triple Crown Apparel. Will this year's recognition piece be a golf shirt? sweatshirt? jacket? We are still deciding. However, we guarantee it will be more useful than something like this:

Everything You Need To Know About Dayton

(Dayton, OH) - Hello and welcome to Dayton, "The Gem City". Founded in 1796, Dayton has a population of 141,000 within city limits while over 3/4 of a million Ohioans call the metro area home. Dayton is the county seat of Montgomery County.

The first people to call what is now Dayton home were Native Americans who found the land next to a small bend in the Great Miami River a welcoming place.  Jonathan Dayton, for whom the city is named, was a signer of the US Constitution. National Cash Register company was founded in Dayton in 1884 and was a large employer in the Dayton area until leaving in 2010. The Wright Brothers traveled to North Carolina from their Dayton home when making their historic flights.

Today, with heavy manufacturing in decline, healthcare and defense are Dayton's main industries. Fifth Third Field, home of the Dayton Dragons minor league baseball team, is considered the crown jewel of minor league parks. The facility, developed as part of an ongoing urban revitalization, helped the Dragons attain the longest sellout streak in all of professional sports.

A Bounty on The Quate Kings

(Lumberton, NJ) - The "Royal Bounty" is an interesting wrinkle in the recently announced March Madness X. Competitors will have extra motivation to take down the five time champion Quate Kings. Any victory over the Kings will net $100 to the winning team, courtesy of Triple Crown of Shuffleboard.

Upon hearing the bounty announced, Grand Champion Rick commented "We've been so dominant over the years, anyone who beats us in a single game deserves to be recognized." Equally great champion Matt added "It's truly an honor for the other players who get to share a table with the legendary Quate Kings."

Only one team will emerge as champions March 23rd. What is certain, however, is the "Royal Bounty" will help make March Madness X the most exciting edition yet.

 

 This guy knows a thing or two about collecting bounties....the long offseason nears its end.

It's Tourney Time

(Lumberton, NJ) - March Madness announced today for March 23rd. Masters (April 13th) and Derby Day (May 4) will round out the 2nd year of the Triple Crown of Shuffleboard. Despite some tension within the shuffleboard community, Grand Champion Rick has put his hatred for "the league" aside and will again host his world-famous tournament.

Pop's Pub will be hosting March Madness March 23rd starting at 1PM. Television time and channel will be announced shortly.

Regular Play - Have We Gone Too Far?

According to the rumors, competitive games could be played each week. We think these youngsters are pushing their luck.

Are Shuffleboard's best days in the past??

It's a long offseason. Or is it?...

Our New Year's Resolution Is to Stick To Deadlines

...still no resolution to the TCoS membership issues. We hope for more clarity early in 2013.

 

TCoS Says "Merry Christmas"

You won't get "Happy Holidays" or "Season's Greetings" here. Certainly no "Winter Wishes" or "Have a wonderful Holiday Season".

It's Christmas and TCoS wishes you a Merry Christmas.

Conference Realignment Issues and TCoS - Part Deux (Sayanora Big East?)

By now you have realized that "Ten" doesn't always mean "10" and "XII" doesn't have to mean "12". Likewise, "Big" can describe a conference with no "big" programs. We've learned recently that seven Catholic schools may leave the Big East. This will decimate the conference as the only remaining members will be Cincinnati, Connecticut, and Burlington County Vo-Tech.

Why is TCoS covering conference realignment? The obvious reason is TCoS may have some major membership changes in 2013. We will know more before New Year's Day.

Carlos Ruiz, PEDs, and Shuffleboard

(Riverton, NJ) - With the recent positive test results of Carlos Ruiz, as well as two members of the Seattle Seahawks professional football team, PEDs are again a hot topic.

Insiders report the TCoS board is locked in intense deliberations to decide this great sport's approach to these drugs. No one can say for sure, but it's likely TCos will take one of the following approaches:

1) A strict drug policy which will be the envy of the sporting world. This policy, if implemented, will be so strict it will likely make the World Anti-Doping Agency suddenly worry about the athletes privacy and due process rights. This would include a "biological passport" system, and polygraph testing. When needed, "enhanced interrogation techniques" would be used to identify lying cheats.

2) A completely PED-tolerant association. This option would be the polar opposite of  option 1. Performance Enhancing Drugs would be tolerated, even encouraged.

There is no way to tell which path the board will choose. Either way, our great sport will never be the same.

Its a long offseason.

Conference Realignment Issues and TCoS - Part 1

(College Park, MD) - By now many have learned Maryland and Rutgers will be joining the Big Ten Conference, likely in 2014. This creates an interesting situation as the Big Ten will have 14 members. The Big 12 has ten members. This creates confusion for some fans, but these "brands" are considered too valuable to modify their names.

How does this relate to TCoS? You'll have to wait for Part 2.

It's a long offseason...

Hurricane Sandy and the TCoS

(Mt. Holly, NJ) -

Hurricane Sandy is expected to make landfall in New Jersey soon. Impact on the TCoS is expected to be limited, as we are in our closed season. We are hoping for no damage to our facilities. Please be safe and smart. It's a long offeason.

We Should Have Seen It Coming

(Detriot, MI) -  Miguel Cabrera yesterday wrapped up the American League Triple Crown. This is the first time any player has won the Triple Crown in 45 years. Of course, Rick G set the tone earlier this year by taking the equally prestigious Triple Crown of Shuffleboard.

I'll Have Another: No   Miguel Cabrera: Yes

New TCoS Merchandise In Stock!!!

The newest item in the TCoS collection is now available! It's a complete ripoff, but we insist on pricing the tumblers at $20 each or 2 for $30. We're on our way to obscene profits! Until we have our e-commerce site ready, you'll have to email the webmaster to order.

It's a long offseason....

'Cause Every Once In A While, The Lion Has To Show The Jackals Who He Is

Looking back....looking forward. Great TCoS Moments.

Did You Know? TCoS Rule Book Fun Fact

Did you know it takes 17 mature trees just to make the paper for one TCoS Rule Book? Sure, at 31,000 pages, the rule book may seem unnecessarily long. However, we seek to address every possible situation in detail with subheadings and footnotes. We also print in a large, easy-to-read font.

It's a long off-season. Nine months till March Madness.

Rick and Affirmed Breathe Sighs of Relief; '72 Dolphins Toast

(Elmont, NY) - Rick will be this year's only Triple Crown winner as I'll Have Another has been scratched from the Belmont Stakes.

I'll Have Another Calls Rick To Discuss Pressure

(Baltimore, MD) - I'll Have Another placed an early morning phone call to Rick G. to discuss the pressure that comes with winning the first two Triple Crown events. As Rick knows, pressure mounts anytime a great athlete is in a position to take the Triple Crown. Fresh off a victory at The Preakness, I'll Have Another will attempt to equal Rick's recent Triple Crown feat.

Rick, while initially flabbergasted that he was talking to a horse, reminded  I'll Have Another to remember what got him here and to be sure and thank God in his victory speech.

A Candid Q&A With The Derby Day Organizer

(New York, NY) With the Triple Crown of Shuffleboard complete for 2012, we had the opportunity to sit down with the Derby Day organizer to discuss this year's tournament, it's future, and the Triple Crown of Shuffleboard in general.


Were you satisfied with the inaugural Derby Day Tournament?
SZ: Satisfied would be an understatement. A lot of people said that three tournaments in one year was too much. "Who can dedicate three Saturdays to shuffleboard?" they asked. I think the answer is clear. Not everyone can make all three tournaments. However, there is definitely room on the schedule for a May Tournament. Derby Day falls on the perfect weekend.

It's been said you were flexible in scheduling. Are there any lessons learned for next year?
SZ: It's absolutely clear: Once you start playing into May, some people will have conflicts with Little League, softball coaching, horse racing, etc. We support dedicated parents and horse owner's who want to keep their other commitments. When we can, we are perfectly willing to juggle our schedule to help our players.

How does your tournament measure up against March Madness and The Masters?
SZ: Our tournament just completed it's first year. It would be silly to measure us against other tournaments with such stature and history.

How would you rate the level of competition at Derby Day?
SZ: Again, this was our first season. I felt the talent level was fine. It wasn't overwhelming, and we certainly hope to step it up a bit next year. I think March Madness has the most talent year in and year out. However, The Masters had an impressive eight team field this year.

Speaking of eight team fields, is that a trend for the future?
SZ: It's too early to tell. The Masters was kind of forced to limit the field this year, due to Easter weekend. I think both tournament formats have advantages. We may expand to twelve teams next year. We will make that decision sometime before New Year's Day. If we go to twelve, we will give each of our Top Four from this year a first round bye.

What are you happiest about regarding this year's tournament?
SZ: Six or Eight people entered with no idea what they were getting themselves into. They left ecstatic, and ready for next year. I feel it's an important part of my position to introduce more youngsters to the traditions of table shuffleboard. It's a great game. We want to keep the future bright.

What does the Triple Crown of Shuffleboard have in store for the rest of 2012?
SZ: It's tough to say. We're very happy with how the first TCoS played out. We're also thrilled to have Rick G. win the Triple Crown. I'm sure there will be informal games throughout the Spring/Summer at all three sites. There has been talk of a Fall Series, but most of that depends on our television partners.You'll see blog updates periodically.

One final question: what's the outlook for 2013?
SZ; I think the futures of both table shuffleboard in general and the TCoS in particular are bright. Obviously, we are all holding our breath with regards to The Masters and their site issues.  We hope to be shooting on the long board the April 13th, 2013.

Thanks. I enjoyed the interview. Best wishes for the rest of 2012!

Recognizing History As It Occurs

Derby Day Recap - The Krimpets Were Delicious

It would be easy to look at Prestige Worldwide's victory and assume they walked through the tournament. It was, however, a competitive tournament with a great field. Teams Kim Possible and Expecting raised the standards for co-ed teams. REO Teabaggin' and Grumpy Old Men also made great efforts, as well as Dennis and Randy Quate. Everyday I'm Shufflin' and Johnny & The Big Thumbs also put forth a great effort despite going 0-2.

The Triple Crown season closes and the MVP award has to go to Rick G. Rick G (Split between Prestige Worldwide and Quate Kings) became the first Triple Crown Winner since Affirmed/Carl Yastrzemski. Just as the same jockey does not have to ride a winning horse in all three races, the TCoS winner needs only to be a member of each wining team to complete the momentous feat.

As we look toward next year, it's proper to note that Champions Prestige Worldwide, Runners-Up Kim Possible, 3rd Place Grumpy Old Men, and 4th Place Dennis & Randy Quate have secured "Priority Entry" for next years tournament. Mark your calendars.


2013 Derby Day Shuffleboard Tournament Saturday May 4th.

Dust Settles on Triple Crown Season

(Riverton, NJ) - The first Triple Crown Season is in the books. This year's champions were Quate Kings and Prestige Worldwide(twice). Rick G won all three tournaments to become the first ever individual Triple Crown champion.

Prestige Worldwide Wins Going Away

(Riverton, NJ) - It took two games, but Prestige Worldwide beat Kim Possible to win the inaugural Derby Day Tournament. Rick G became the first ever Triple Crown Individual Champion (Winning March Madness as part of the Quate Kings and the Masters and Derby Day as part of Prestige Worldwide. Like Dave Grohl and Ronnie Wood, Rick G is successful in multiple partnerships.

Grumpy Old Men and Expecting Advance to Complete First Round

(Riverton, NJ) - Grumpy Old Men defeated REO Teabaggin' 15-3. Expecting defeated Johnny & The Big Thumbs 14-6 close out Round 1. Loser Bracket round 1 is underway.

Dennis & Randy Quate Advance!

(Riverton, NJ) Dennis and Randy Quatehave advanced 15-13 with a victory over Everyday I'm Shufflin'. The first round continues.

Prestige Worldwide Takes Opener 17-8

(Riverton, NJ) - Prestige Worldwide defeated Co-ed team Kim Possible earlier today in the opening match. There will now be an intermission while new players familiarize themselves with the board. Play will resume at 430 when Dennis and Randy Quate take on Everyday I'm Shufflin'.

The Day Has Arrived

(Riverton, NJ) - It's the First Saturday in May. The Kentucky Derby - and the Derby Day Shuffleboard Tournament. Curtain Raiser at 237PM. The rest of the action starts at 4PM. C'mon out and watch some world class shuffleboard.

3,000 Miles to Graceland, But Only 682 to Churchill Downs

It may be 682 miles from Riverton, NJ to Louisville, KY, but it will feel much closer this Saturday. We will have our second "open practice" tomorrow at 7. With the Phillies playing a day game, all televisions will be tuned to the Flyers vs. Devils game 3.

"Oh honey, he's teasing you, nobody has two television sets."

We Do! This isn't 1955, Stella. We'll be watching both the Phillies and Flyers tonight. If the door is open, come on in. I might be fashionably late to my own place. See you tonight.

Practice Sessions Announced!!

(Riverton, NJ) - In anticipation of Saturday's Derby Day tournament, two practice sessions have been announced.

Tuesday May 1st -   7PM - 11PM
Thursday May 3rd - 7PM - 11PM

Stop by anytime between 7 and 11 to get a feel for the new table.

Possibly Breakthrough With Prestige Worldwide

(Riverton, NJ) - Sources close to the Triple Crown of Shuffleboard are reporting a potential breakthrough in negotiations with recent Masters champs Prestige Worldwide. Sources say the issue of an appearance fee has been settled and only minor issues remain unresolved. Look for an announcement by the middle of the week.

Bleak Outlook: Negotiations With Prestige Worldwide Bear No Fruit Thus Far

(Riverton, NJ) - Organizers of the Derby Day Shuffleboard tournament continue to negotiate an appearance fee with recent Master's Champions Prestige Worldwide. Apparently, Prestige Worldwide is demanding a five figure appearance fee. Tournament organizers have thus far rejected the appearance fee request as unrealistic.

In related, but separate news, there is talk the two members of Prestige Worldwide  cannot agree on certain details including: percentage split of winnings, percentage split of endorsements, and order of introductions.

The smart money is indicating we will not see Prestige Worldwide together again before the 2013 Masters.