In my eyes, it's never too early to begin planning, even if it means an eye roll from the group. Granted, we haven't successfully completed PCTI-III and have no idea if we can pull it off with the budding hatred each athlete has for at least one guy in this thing.
As I find myself spending my Monday night watching the Bachelor (Watched all 16 seasons by the way), I figured I owe it to myself to do something productive with my night.
When it came to locations for PCTI-III, this year was very easy. Dallas is a central location with a great airport, and a couple natives that are familiar with the area. PCTI-IV is going to be another story on all fronts, so it will take either a compelling sales pitch by the potential host for his respected city, or me making the decision based on whatever I think Pitto would want the least.
That being said, below are my top 5 favorites for PCTI-IV in no particular order. Keep in mind this thing will NEVER be in Nashville because there are way too many distractions.
1. Denver, CO (Host-Josh Stephens):
Pro's-Clean, quality city with beautiful sights and an airport that is cheap to get in and out. One of the best cities in the US that oozes with active, in shape people that fit the PCTI mantra. With Abe going into his third year living there by that time, he should have a good lay of the land to plan the logistics.
Con's-Altitude could cause problems on an already difficult physical weekend. Airport is literally 45 minutes from EVERYTHING and although built to look like mountains, actually has an obnoxious tepees look that makes me wonder if I'm going to the mountains or if I'm going to hang out with the Incas. There is not a direct correlation between good PCTI's and big cities, so although a sexy choice might not necessarily mean the best place for PCTI to go.
2. Northern California (Host-Brian Eskildsen):
Pro's-Eskildsen could have this planned perfectly with everything we have ever needed, with the best facilities we have ever used, for next to nothing. Connections would help save coin on the basketball events.
Con's-Extremely far and expensive to get to. Accomodations even more expensive. Palo Alto is far from San Francisco so it wouldn't actually be a trip to the city. Far from the airport and extensive traffic could lead to a logistical nightmare.
3. Scottsdale, AZ (Host-Bryan McKinney):
Pro's-Clean, awesome city with a very affordable airport to fly into. McKinney's connection to a local high school could potentially get us in a fantastic gym for cheap. Doubtful chance of getting delayed while traveling due to perfect travel weather. City by all accounts is cheap in comparison to other places it's size. Great place to golf for the losers that actually play and would want to fly in a day early.
Con's-If the gym wasn't air conditioned we would die.
4. Des Moines, IA (Host-Danny Krow):
Pro's-Connection to one of my favorite gyms I have ever played in (Home of my wedding morning basketball game). Small town feel with a surprisingly large amount to offer. Quality locals would embrace our group and might get Friday night media sports coverage over Iowa State. Cheap and no laws when it comes to drinking... Or anything for that matter.
Con's-Difficult to get into due to a really small airport.
5. Cininnati, OH (Host-Scott Donley):
Pro's-Relative unknown to everyone that I've heard nothing but good things about. Ex-Cincy HS legend Scott Donley could probably get us in to just about any gym in the city. Pretty central location that is easy to get in and out of due to Kroger headquarters. Reasonably priced.
Con's-A lot of competition with the other choices. I don't think it's completely necessary to have someone actually living in the city we go to, however I think it's important to at least get a visual of the gym. Coordinating from a ways away might be difficult.
Leave your comments. This is by no means an official vote, but I want to start getting a base idea together so that maybe we could vote on it during Saturday night dinner in Dallas.
Where was Knoxville on this list?
ReplyDeleteI would definitely be down to go to Mitchell, SD to play in the Corn Palace.
You mean the house that Mike Miller built?
ReplyDeleteI think if we took a vote right meow, I would go Scottsdale. Then again all seem like a great option and would be open to all.
ReplyDelete3 Other cities we might want to consider:
1. Bahstin (Spotlight) - maybe we need to wait to see if we invite the Spotlight back, or if he is too dominant a player?
2. The A (Benji Wilson) - dude is CONNECTED! He was ripping bongs w Ivan Johnson and Kirk Hinrich last weekend!
3. (My favorite) Idea stolen from Krow's FFB League, the city of the NBA Champion (everyone)- I think this would be a little harder, but I think this year proved, most everything can be handled by googling or calling. Would this mean more work for everyone? No, because most of you are lazy dicks or part retarded. Would that mean more work for DK, myself, and a couple others who actually decide to help? Absolutely.
X on Cincinatti unless the waterfront casino downtown is done by then.
ReplyDeletePreferences from original list would be 1, 2, 3 (although I wouldn't mind see Danny host this thing)
I also support all 3 of Hops suggestions.
It's funny I'm starting to recognize there is a good chance I never host this thing. I'm liking Scottsdale as the initial choice without hearing any other sales pitches.
ReplyDeleteCincy Pitch - The Host.
ReplyDeleteI'd like to hear the sales pitches from the potential hosts before casting a vote. Sounds like we have some excellent candidates though.
ReplyDeleteyou'll invite Spotlight back on the merits of his character (#antiSabeDizzle), the hoops bravado will be the icing on the cake
ReplyDeleteIf we go the host route, obviously the host will weigh heavily in mind...and for this reason, Denver is last on that list. Can Josh be counted on to help with the coordination? We'd be late by a couple of days to our first games...
ReplyDeleteGood point by Ben as the host carries a lot of weight towards everybody's positive experience. At the same time, a lot of guys will be willing to help with logisitics including DK, Hops, and myself among others. So the host won't be left alone when it comes to making preparations...
ReplyDeleteSabin help with the coordination? That is laughable. Hops and Danny have done all the work for the Dallas trip. If I book the gym, then Sabin will have put in as much work as Pitto for this years PCTI. However, that is a huge "if."
ReplyDeleteGlad Joe and Sabin don’t always go at each other like two nagging school girls.
ReplyDeleteAnnnnnnyyyywwaaayyyss, my vote is for the most obvious choice in my eyes....CASHVILLE TEN-A-KEY! Gym - check. Places to stay - check. Accessibility - check. Good party scene - CHEEECCKK. But seeing as though Danny finds the plentiful of opportunities to have a good time distracting, I will default back to one of the choices on the list simply bc I and WAY to busy doing business right now to come up with any alternatives.
So I say we pack our bags and head to good ol AZ and hollar at the soon to be PCTI III MVP Bryan Mckinney for a weekend of fun in the sun and sweating our balls off in a 100 degree gym.
What about getting nasty in Natty...Wes feels me. No plane tickets for the Nashville guys, I have a diesel gym and run the town, it would totally piss Cash off...just sayin
ReplyDeleteDid I miss something, b/c I am under the assumption we have a gym
ReplyDeleteAnd I vote for trying to let the U.S.S. Insert Name Here host us for a weekend so we can play on a fucking boat! It'd be like a cruise except there would be more than enough HAWT sailor boys for all of us!!! #whoswithme
ReplyDeleteBen, Joe is a turd. Don't listen to anything he says. We are set for III.
ReplyDeleteFirst off, I don't see how Appleton, WI didn't make this list.
ReplyDeleteSecondly, why don't we have the potential hosts pitch to the group during PCTI III. I don't know about you clowns, but listening to BMac try to sell me on Arizona with that lawyer mouth (and hopefully no shirt) will only make the weekend better. Plus we get to hear Abe tell us everything that sucks about Denver in an attempt to never have to host this thing.
I like that arrangement the most. Presentation, Salesmanship, Closing. This could be just as exciting as the Inaugural Roommate Draft.
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