Official PCTI 11 Hosting Pitch, Part II

Dallas Pitch

PCTI 11 Second Pitch - Dallas by Dan and Sabin

Official PCTI 11 Hosting Pitch, Part I

Until I figure out a better way to host...

PCTI 11 First Pitch - Seattle by Scotty D

FaceTime!

 

Recently, Spotlight and I got to spend some time together in the BIG Apple!! Originally, we were supposed to do a podcast (more on this later) but once we decided not to, we obviously stumbled into more #content.

It all started, as most nights with us do, by us having a few cocktails, a nice dinner, and talking about PCTI. We obviously talked about the Quad Pod and we decided we wanted to FaceTime Abe and Beas. Once we talked to Abe, we knew we had to try everyone. Here are the notes that we had on the calls:

No Answer:

Dan - no surprise here, mainly because it was after 10 pm on a Friday and we know he was passed out after chugging tequila for the last few hours. We did give him a second chance just in case he was taking a dump or something. No answer still.

Sabin - Probably doesn't know how to answer FaceTime.

Bruiser - Probably thought it was an accident.

Smo - Mad because I interrupted his brazzers video that he was jerking it to in the bathroom.

Kyle - WAY too cool to answer a FaceTime

Donley - 8:40 pm his time, so I assume he was still tied up at the office. Actually, he was the only one that I missed that texted the next day, so shout out to Big Don!

Deuce - Obviously was getting head or something awesome.

Answered:

BC - This FT was so great. Spot and I both said it's 50/50 he answers. He answered on the 6th ring... in the bathroom. We assumed he was in the middle of sex and left to answer, he assured us this was not the case. He immediately said, "I assumed that y'all were together and FaceTiming everyone in PCTI because you talked to someone earlier that made you want to call others." NAILED IT! We chatted for a little bit and said we were taking notes for a post. He had the idea to screenshot the calls, which we immediately did. BC knows how to create good content!

Abe - was the first guy we tried and he answered... on a date. This was his third date with ole lady and they had just taken a 3 hour bus ride up to a mountain to shred some fresh pow. (who else would do that on date 3? Abe is so awesome) We of course played long distance wing man and talked for as long as he would allow us. Big props to Abe!

Beas - missed us the first time but FaceTime'd us back. Him and Spot swooned over each other and I got a first row seat. He told us about the BANGER he was going to be throwing the next day and we of course looked up flights to get out there. We did not get a FaceTime screen shot of him, so here's a pic of him dressed up from his party.

Joe - he was also one that hit us back up. He was partying hard in the Hills with movie stars and most likely going to take home one of the co-stars from Black-ish. He ended the call because he was going into a tunnel. 

Ben - We got some quality time with him because his girl was out partying on Broadway in Nashville. Had a heart to heart and always good to talk to Beni. Hopefully Alicia found someone better at the bars and will dump him soon. Also forgot to get a screenshot so enjoy his selfie!

Juice - he answered and was raging. At an ugly Christmas sweater party. We could barely hear him but he was on a date, so we pressured him into introducing us. I was pleased to know she knows about PCTI and pretended to think it was cool. Juice being a cool kid year round.

TP - when he answered, he was clearly stepping away from a party. When we asked he said it was at his house. No one can out party TP and I love him for it. He also was the biggest lock to answer.

Smooth - had to save this one for last. He was chilling at one of his boys house. We talked for a bit and told him Dan didn't answer. He gave us some inside info that Dan has been putting on the weight. Clearly, Dan is taking the loss at PCTI worse than we thought. Smooth always entertains me when hes's awake.

Annoucement

I figured I'd wait to the end to see who all stuck around. After talking with Spotlight, who was supposed to pitch Boston, he decided to pass on that pitch until another year. The good news is there were only 2 other pitches and they have already been recorded. I have to edit them and make sure I can post them properly but I will try and get them up as a Christmas gift to Dan. Once they are up, we will vote on where to go for PCTIELEVEN!

Wild Animal Post - Biz

Biz: Tiger
Finishing Move:  Jaw Crunch
Temperament: Gentle on the outside, fierce on the inside
Similarities: Stubborn, Pretty, Authoritative, Territorial, Leadership, Muscular,  Curious, Daring, Rebellious, Athletic.
Commentary: Both the Tiger, and Beas possess a pretty complete arsenal when going in for the kill.  Neither are overpowering in any metric, but a well rounded set of skills enables them to beat you in multiple ways.  Although tigers should be kept in the mild, some tend to become pets as people love their look, and try to make them domestic.... That works until the Tiger loses control of their emotions when their blood sugar drops (something Beas knows a little something about), and eventually feasts on their master. Beas suffers from the same level of confusion, as he spends his time trying to portray himself as someone who can hang in the wild all day, than quietly reverts back to his Presidential Suite at the Ritz Carlton.
Fun Fact: A tiger's appetite is so significant that it dies quicker than any other animal when it goes unfed.  

Good luck with that stick

Wild Animal Post - Spotlight

Spotlight: Hawk
Finishing Move: Long Nails
Temperament: Gentle on the outside, fierce on the inside
Similarities: Passionate, Independent, Natural Born Leaders, Confident, Spontaneous, Adaptable, Lack of Elite Measurables, Effortless Movement, Compassionate, Elite Vision.
Commentary: Let's be very clear, if either Spot or the Hawk was blessed with either deadly measurables or venom, they would be at the top of the kill list... Their natural abilities on the inside make them prime for attacking... And they make the most of what they were given physically.  A hawk is limited to one way to kill pray, and that's a massive set of claws that can rip you to shreds.  Similarly, Spot does his damage slicing his way through the defense and either creating an open shot for a teammate, or finding an open spot on the court.  Hawks are known as natural born leaders, a quality that Spotlight exudes whether it be through coaching, or nation building.  
Fun Fact: A hawks eyesight is 8 times better than the sharpest human eye.

Not a lot of hawk attacks on YouTube, but I was able to identify that Hawks and Crow's fight a lot, which makes me sense because it comes so natural to Spot and I.

Wild Animal Post - Kyle

Kyle: Grizzly Bear
Finishing Move: Maul
Temperament: Methodical
Similarities: Measurables, Hardworking, Observant, Perfectionist, Shy, Independent.
Commentary: Grizzly Bears, like Kyle were blessed with a rare combination of elite physical attributes, along with the personality traits to be one of the most dangerous in their respective industries.  Although their natural tendencies is to be reserved, when engaged in what they do, they are relentless, strategic, and hardworking... They also can beat you in multiple ways.  The bear can run you down and stomp you, maul you, climb a tree and throw you off, get in water and drown you, or just eat you alive.  Kyle can outrun you for layups, destroy you in the post with either hand, out muscle you, out finesse you, out hustle you, convert free throws... And if all else fails, he will just knock down a 3.  Neither have an achilles heel, which makes them one of the most lethal combinations on this list.  
Fun Fact: A grizzly bear's jaw is strong enough to crush a human head.  

Look at the freak speed of this monster...

Wild Animal Post - Smooth

Smooth: Panda Bear
Finishing Move: Unexpected Lash Outs
Temperament: Passive Aggressive
Similarities: Cute and Harmless Look, Fluffy, Sleepy, Lazy, Dangerous, Hungry, Kinky, Broad, Emotional.
Commentary: Despite Smooth in the middle of a mid-life crisis/rebrand as a hard worker, it doesn't erase spending the last five years living the lifestyle a panda made famous - 12 hours of sleeping than 12 hours of eating.  Both appear very sweet, cuddly and innocent, but don't be fooled... Both are fiercely aggressive and will attack at the most unexpected times (Panda's out of nowhere, and Smooth when his team is down by 40).  
Fun Fact: Panda's love threesomes and are known for being one of the most sexual animals.

Dallas: Airbnb Proposal

Per the discussion, below are listings and 3D tours for both options.  Both would be free.

• Airbnb Listing: Re-Pad
• 3D Tour: Re-Pad
• Vacasa Listing: Party Pad

DanAMENITIES:

• Re-Pad:
• Infrared Sauna.
• Mini Gym and Grappling Floor.
• Berkey Water Filtration System.
• Essential Oil Diffusers (clean air).
• Washer/Dryer.
• Normatech Compression Sleeves.
• Half a mile from Inwood Tavern, a local hot spot and Juice favorite.
• Half a mile from Celebration, the soon to be new favorite restaurant in PCTI history.
• Party Pad:
• Pool.
• Pool Table (dumbest and most useless game ever).
• Fire Pit.
• Party Room (under construction and not in the listing.
• Essential Oil Diffusers (clean air).
• Multiple Bar Areas.
• Washer/Dryer.
• DIVA WASH (worth the trip just for the experience).
• Next Door to Starbucks.

We would appreciate your vote.

Wild Animal Post - Abe

Abe: Elephant
Finishing Move: Trample
Temperament: Random Aggressiveness
Similarities: Intelligent, Elite Measurables, Lethal, Insane Memory, Aggressive, Powerful, Empathetic, Mischievous, Resourceful, Cooperative, Mass Consumption.
Commentary: Sans the Elephant being ugly and Abe being beautiful, this combo probably has the least exciting, but highest amount of similarities.  It's no secret that both have world class brains and memories, so we don't need to dig into that.  Elephants are one of those animals always in the top 10 on human deaths, but most of that is because they are just so damn powerful.  People don't look at Abe as an angry guy, but as it relates to overall aggressive behavior on the court, I would say no one even comes close.  And given his measurables (like Elephants), they can destroy their opponent at any point.  What intrigues me most is both are this unique blend of deadly and aggressive, yet cooperative and highly empathetic.  Neither stop eating, ever.
Fun Fact: Most Elephants are Homosexuals.

Watch the end.

Wild Animal Post - Actor

Act: Black Mamba
Finishing Move: Venom
Temperament: Aggressive when Threatened
Similarities: Fast, Nervous, Aggressive, Mean, Vindictive, Non-Confrontational, Agile, Adaptable, Dangerous, Vindictive, Independent, Fearless.
Commentary: The best part about this series is choosing a comparison, than finding out fun facts like "Black Mamba's are adaptable and can live anywhere," something the Act prides himself on.  Black Mamba's, similar to Actor are a little misunderstood... They can be your best friend and actually desire peace and harmony, but the second you cross them, they are your worst nightmare.  If you make the mistake of attacking either one personally, not only will you get destroyed, but the destruction won't stop.  It's not as simple as a deadly bite, or a 3 ball in your eye.  Both will keep going until you never set foot near their property ever again.  Mamba's are the fastest snake on the planet, and Act might be the fastest Caucasian.
Fun Fact: Mamba's venom posses acid-sensing ion channels in the central and peripheral nervous system, causing a pain-inhibiting effect.  One has to wonder if this study was conducted by Dr. Joe Thompson?  The video below doesn't show much, but figured the title was fitting.

Wild Animal Post - Orr

Orr: Poison Dart Frog
Finishing Move: Venom
Temperament: Passive
Similarities: Lethal, Unassuming, Small Appetite, Territorial, Ability to Avoid Conflict, Easily Annoyed.
Commentary: If you don't know about this animal, you better get with it.  Notoriously ranked in the top three most deadly, a Poison Dart Frog will take you down... Quickly.  Anyone that knows Smo knows what the guy is capable of if you get on his bad side.  What makes both so lethal is you never know they are about to destroy you... They just do it.  Although neither possess an overpowering exterior, rarely are they attacked due to highly regarded reputation for destruction.  Neither are aggressive by nature, but both hate being touched, and are easily annoyed... Making them terrifyingly unpredictable. 
Fun Fact: A Poison Dart Frog has enough venom to kill 10 grown men, making them the most poisonous animals in the world.

Wild Animal Post - Wilson

Ben Wilson: Cape Buffalo
Finishing Move: Bull Rush
Temperament: Passive Aggressive
Similarities: Size/Speed Combo, Unassuming Athleticism, Lack of Lateral Ability, Strong, Straight Line Attacks, Tough to Stop, Stoic Exterior, Non-Stoic Interior, Amazing Memory, Moody, Need for Non-Stop Hydration, Dangerous, Emotional, Large Head.
Commentary: When in attack mode, neither Wilson nor a Cape Buffalo care who or what is standing in the way.  They use their size/speed/strength combo to offset a lack of lateral quickness to overpower the defense. Both are highly emotional and have a vindictive side that they only show by a refusal to stop going at the opposition.  Both are quiet stat stuffers, with Cape Buffalo's quietly piling up 200 human kills a year, and Wilson always finding a way to keep his numbers up year in and year out.
Fun Fact: Cape Buffalo's are as fast as Lions.  

Wild Animal Post - Sabin

Jeff Sabin: Hyena
Finishing Move: Teamwork
Temperament: Hyper Aggressive.
Similarities: Team Focused, Strategic, Submissive to Women, Emotional, Relentless, Mis-Leading Appearance, Loud, Influential.
Commentary: Talk about an easy one.  Name a more vicious animal than a Hyena?  They drive every other animal crazy, and despite their lack of anything physically redeeming, they perform at a high level because of their awareness of physical limitations, and ability to play within a system. Enter Sabin, who's entire basketball career success can be attributed to playing well within the system.  Hyena men take a back seat to the women, which Sabin has chosen to do in his day to day life.  Don't let either fool you with their nice appearance, both are vicious savages internally that want to rip you to shreds.
Fun Fact: Hyena's are known for influencing human spirits.  Anyone ever said that about Sabin?  I think so!

Wild Animal Post - The Beast

For those of you that don't know, one of my bucket list items is to set up a Battle Royal at Kruger National Park... I would charge more than whatever the highest priced fight boxing ticket cost, and it would be the most epic fight of all time...

I spend a lot of time watching wild animal stuff on YouTube... If you have ever looked at the PCTI stations recent videos, you will likely see a lot of Hippo attack videos.  Anyway, thank you Hops for the opportunity to Lorenzen write this up.

The Beast: Giraffe
Finishing Move: Curb Stomp
Temperament: Bi-Polar
Similarities: Unexpected Aggression, Unassuming Power, Length, Big Upper Body, Small Lower Body, Kicking Fetish, Dual Threat, Fake Nice, Lack of Need for Water.
Commentary: Chronically underrated, both The Beast and the Giraffe don't get enough love for being a go to assassin.  Each can hurt you multiple ways, with the Giraffe's stomps and neck swing, and the Beast's inside out game.  Despite a frail frame, both can take a lick with the best of them.
Fun Fact: A giraffe's kick can decapitate a lion.

THE RETURN!

Sorry for the delay... Enjoy!

PCTI's New Podcast! Episode 1

Accountability Time

Guy by Guy Cap Stick Money

Every year around this time I get excited to see everyone... That goes away real quick once everyone gets together and I see the cool guys doing their thing, but for now, I'm looking forward to it. 

The chat tonight has me even more amped. 

At the moment, below is what I look forward to with each guy... As you all know, I have a tendency to write things that don't make sense, and am too lazy to proofread, so apologies in advance.

• TP: Recovery.
• I was a closet fan of TP from the get go, not because of his ability to drink, but his dedication to recovery hacks and love for hoops... When I found out he was a fellow Scorpio, I was on board even more.  We both have united over recovery, and have a bit of a competition going on over who can bring the most cutting edge equipment.
• Ben: PCTI's Actual Historian.
• People will give Sabin the title, but Ben is an OG who remembers EVERYTHING from the past.  I genuinely look forward to whatever tiny detail he reminds us of every year, and will never forget his dominance over the first trivia session.
• The Beast: Cry Boy.
• Over the years, Beast has generated a well deserved reputation as a cry baby... What you never know is where it will take place between the court, or Saturday night dinner.  With PCTI's 10 year anniversary video looming, I expect water works from PCTI's toughest dude.
• Juice: Identity Crisis.
• Juice and I get more than enough of each other so there's nothing on that front I look forward to... What I am excited about is watching him jump from Cool to Nerd (whatever is convenient for him at the moment), and when both groups decide to turn him away, leaving him on an island alone.
• Abe: Everything.
• Man I love this dude... Always have.  Always will.  I look forward to hanging with him, and recently found out I have a meeting in Denver the Monday after PCTI, so I'll be able to carry on the good times.
• Spotlight: Packing Fail.
• I love the big brother little brother roleplay that Spot and I have going on.  He's the voice of reason, even-tempered, well cultured guy that keeps me in check, and I'm the guy that has to pick up the pieces for how much of a train wreck he is when it comes to organization.  I've provided him his jersey's the last two (maybe three) years, and I expect this one to go the same way.
• Donley: Verbal Assaulting Himself on the Court.
• No one, and I mean no one has talked more on the court since they started, without saying a word to anyone but themselves.  If you get a chance to guard him, try and focus on listening to what he has to say to himself.  For as much as he loves Donley the businessman, he equally hates Donley the basketball player... It's a thing of beauty.
• Beas: Wisecracks.
• As much as he agitates me, I can't help but to love whatever little wisecracks he delivers towards someone else.  Between running straight into the Beast and "Wooing" last year, to humping Smo when he was hunting for a loose ball the year before, he always delivers some form of animation.
• Actor: Making Him A Celebrity.
• This weekend will be a disappointment if we don't work as a team to ensure PCTIX puts Actor on the LA map as a true actor in every sense of the word.  I equally hope that he makes out for the 12th straight night of PCTI.
• Kyle: Talking Hoops.
• Through the easiest rivalry I've ever partaken in (I rumble with all Capricorns), I've genuinely loved talking hoops with Kyle, and appreciate that he loves the game the way I do... Him and I have been breaking the squads down since the draft, and expect a lot more of that over the weekend.
• Smooth: Overconfidence.
• Smooth is always good for a moment over the weekend where he gets hyped over making a shot (usually when the rest of the team is down) and expects everyone else on his team to be as excited as he is.  He starts jawing (no matter what the score is), and will play well for that time frame, but will talk his way into exhaustion and have to be carried off the court.  It's not quite as funny when you're on his team, but still enjoyable after the fact.
• Smo: Nothing.
• Sabin: Excitement.
• I live for talking PCTI with Sabin.  The before, during and after discussions are the best times of my year, and getting another year's worth of material to discuss is something I can't wait for.  
• Deuce: Attendance.
• Every year this goes on, I have grown to appreciate Deuce even more.  The fact that he started with us from the beginning is amazing in itself... Then kept coming back on a salary around $2/hour (his raise around PCTI5 has it up to $3)... Sabin said it years ago and it's true, there is no more important part of PCTI, and if he goes, the entire thing goes down with him.
• Hops: Wine Night.
• A few years ago, Hops and I started enjoying hoops talk over some red wine... We would sit back and watch the group come together, observe new guys ingratiating with the group, and discussing the weekend... It was great, and I desire it.  The problem is I no longer drink wine, and have converted to tequila, so I'm hoping he can take one more for the team and mold to what I want, since I have an issue with being flexible.  
• Sticky: Itinerary Talk.
• This doesn't get old for me... It's turned into a character, but I love it mainly because it genuinely bothers him when the plan isn't followed.  A close second is seeing how excited he gets to break down the film session, and anytime he does anything wrong, whatever comment he throws out about how much harder he's going to work next offseason.

PCTI Questionnaire 2019 (Part II)

Here is part 2!

Deuce

When did you join PCTI? Been there since the beginning, a Real OG

What has been your favorite PCTI? Tough one….Scottsdale, AZ

What has been your favorite addition (non player) to PCTI? Waking up to some freshly squeezed juice….Thanks Juice Mon

Is there one (or more) very memorable thing that you think about from a PCTI?

For me, it’s the overall experience that PCTI provides….Friendship/Brotherhood.  I believe that we all pick up where we all left off last, even if we haven’t been in touch.  We build upon the memories we’ve formed over the years, even if we don’t talk often.  I hope that we all understand that, no matter what the situation may present, that one could reach out to any one in this group and they’d step up…..Deep thoughts……

Outside of hoops, what has been your favorite city? San Diego with the bottle service

Is there anything you think could be done to improve PCTI? Insuring that this annual event continues for a lifetime.

Maybe not next, but what city would you like to go for a future PCTI? Providenciales – Turks & Caicos

Bruiser

When did you join PCTI? Numero Uno

What has been your favorite PCTI? Tough. Lexington (1), San Diego and Cincy are close for me. Would probably go with SD. 

What has been your favorite addition (non player) to PCTI? Being able to watch the games the night after we play and make fun of ourselves. 

Is there one (or more) very memorable thing that you think about from a PCTI? When Abe, BC and I bonded over space/sci fi stuff and watched Event Horizon. The River Float. The Squeeze. 

Outside of hoops, what has been your favorite city? Scottsdale 

Is there anything you think could be done to improve PCTI? Nothing comes to mind at the moment. 

Maybe not next, but what city would you like to go for a future PCTI? Tampa. Go hit up Bush Gardens.

Joe

When did you join PCTI? 2009

What has been your favorite PCTI? San Diego

What has been your favorite addition (non player) to PCTI? Deuce

Is there one (or more) very memorable thing that you think about from a PCTI? Surprisingly no one really farts around each other. Very classy assholes here.

Outside of hoops, what has been your favorite city? San Diego overall. My Mexican dinner in Portland with a crew of 6 was pretty amazing. 

Is there anything you think could be done to improve PCTI? Best of 5.

Maybe not next, but what city would you like to go for a future PCTI? Seattle, NY, Chicago, Miami, Nola, MEMPHIS

Ben

When did you join PCTI? OG BRAH

What has been your favorite PCTI? Cincy bc of the competitiveness of the series and the best gym we’ve played in IMO. 

What has been your favorite addition (non player) to PCTI? Being able to play back the days previous games instantly to always have on in the background of hangs

Is there one (or more) very memorable thing that you think about from a PCTI? the Kittens fiasco, the stats team from Lexington, Minny lake day, the tribute video in Portland, the morning squeeze were five that just came to me

Outside of hoops, what has been your favorite city? Portland

Is there anything you think could be done to improve PCTI? Hard to improve perfection, but I wish more attention was paid to the gyms we play in. Feel like we could be consistently better. 

Maybe not next, but what city would you like to go for a future PCTI? I always liked the Charleston idea. Or Toronto. 

BC

When did you join PCTI? PCTI I #OGStatus

What has been your favorite PCTI? Cincinnati - the basketball was super competitive for the first time in a few years. Getting everyone under one roof was great and we took a big step towards getting our "final roster" by adding a few new guys. The off court activity was solid with the float on the river being one of our better outings. Plus, a near death experience on the highway makes for a good story.

What has been your favorite addition (non player) to PCTI? Assuming you don't mean Deuce...Do the extra days count? More time together, more time for the body to recover. It's the only way this thing could have survived as we all get older. 

Is there one (or more) very memorable thing that you think about from a PCTI? The friendships are great but for me the first thought of PCTI is still the hoops. It's so nice to compete for a few days each year. 

Outside of hoops, what has been your favorite city? I need to do a better job seeing the cities, I'm always so tired. I thought Dallas/Plano was my favorite - I didn't feel like I was missing out on anything being too tired to think or function and just wanting to eat or drink at the first nearest spot. Suburbia is built for that and Plano is a solid suburb. 

Is there anything you think could be done to improve PCTI? I wish there was a way to consistently have in-game stats. The few times we've had those they've been very useful and make for good convo. 

Maybe not next, but what city would you like to go for a future PCTI? To me the city is secondary to the housing...I think we should look for the best rental we can find amenity wise and then plan PCTI around that, no matter where it is. A true mansion with a pool would be awesome. 

Sabin

When did you join PCTI? I’m a day 1 PCTI member. First PCTI was 1 in Lexington. I think at the time I only knew Dan, Hops, and JT.

What has been your favorite PCTI? Favorite PCTI was a tie between II and VII. II because it was the beginning of my heel turn villainy, plus it was an underrated, super-competitive series. VII because it was the redemption of my PCTI career after having been lost in the Huff wilderness for 2 years. Plus, super competitive series as well.

What has been your favorite addition (non player) to PCTI? Best addition to PCTI has been the ability to have videos on demand at YouTube. Allows for easy viewing and reference to previous events. Keeps it fresh and alive.

Is there one (or more) very memorable thing that you think about from a PCTI? For me, one of the more memorable personal moments was receiving a birthday cake from the group in Cincinnati on my 40th birthday. I felt like I had been re-integrated into the brotherhood and my character arc had come full circle. It was also very gratifying to win my first PCTI in San Diego. Sounds silly that it took 8 years, but it was like a deep inhale after being under water for so long

Outside of hoops, what has been your favorite city? Favorite city was San Diego. What’s not to like? Weather, hot chicks, best team I played for...

Is there anything you think could be done to improve PCTI? PCTI would be improved by allowing some guys to be captain that haven’t had a chance yet. Would be cool to see Biz, Spot, Don, Bruise, etc... get their chance to build a team and have fun with it

Maybe not next, but what city would you like to go for a future PCTI? A cool city would be Austin, TX. Food, facilities, fun.

AHOP

When did you join PCTI? One of the OG7

What has been your favorite PCTI? Cincy… the games were intense and close, added some new key guys, cool city, the float… but having everyone stay in a house for the first time really took it to another level.

What has been your favorite addition (non player) to PCTI? Even though it was from the beginning, getting these on video is my favorite. Not only can we look back and relive some of these great moments, we also get Deuce at every PCTI.

Is there one (or more) very memorable thing that you think about from a PCTI? Too many to count but Sabin’s speech in Cincy was incredible. The OG vid watch sesh before PCTI II getting drunk off wine and chasing Reuben (RIP). Spotlight falling in love his first PCTI with Angaleeee. DK’s video he showed in Portland. Cramp game.

Outside of hoops, what has been your favorite city? Portland – incredible city, great food, plus all that #nature!

Is there anything you think could be done to improve PCTI? 2 things… 1) pay for the stat keepers from Lexington to join us every year. (I know it’s not realistic, but I can dream!) 2) Improve referees – one idea I’ve had is to reach out to the state’s high school association and see if there’s anything we could do together for a win win situation. This is a half-baked idea.

Maybe not next, but what city would you like to go for a future PCTI? Dickson, TN…. HAHA Still got it! For real, Vancouver or Toronto

DK

When did you join PCTI?  OG.... Til death do us part.  

What has been your favorite PCTI? Hoops: Cincy - Fun: SD.

What has been your favorite addition (non player) to PCTI?  Having everyone in the same house.

Is there one (or more) very memorable thing that you think about from a PCTI? Abe (PCTI1) saying "I can't believe we are really doing this" will be a tough act to follow... The other most memorable for me was PCTI surviving Denver due to the circumstances (Sabin and Donley getting injured a month before, Skillz taking a new job and bailing, Pitto just bailing, me going through a miserable time and Abe's work on ).  That was PCTI's transition year.  I still credit Ben for keeping the group together during this time, which is why his lack of engagement these days destroys me daily.  

Outside of hoops, what has been your favorite city?  Scottsdale.  

Is there anything you think could be done to improve PCTI?  The answer is yes, I just don't know what it is at the moment... Once I do, I'll make sure it gets done.  All that said, a few roster tweaks would hit the spot, but that's out of my control.  

Maybe not next, but what city would you like to go for a future PCTI?  Des Moines, Iowa.

Abe

When did you join PCTI? PCTIOG

What has been your favorite PCTI? Plano - That was the year I could see the staying power. The lead up was probably the best of any year with the introduction of the blog and podcast (RIP) and the engagement was at it's peak. I was the captain of the team that swept so afterward I was riding high from that. Joe got a handy. Plano was a nice surprise and it was the first "out of town" experience for us. Beas and Spot came on board. So many good things about that year...

What has been your favorite addition (non player) to PCTI? Hands down the bottle service night in SD. A night I will never forget although a lot of it is pretty fuzzy. Seeing Sabin let loose and show his "wild" side was worth every penny of the 2 bottles we ordered at 3am and left for the Help

Is there one (or more) very memorable thing that you think about from a PCTI?

Lex 1 - One of the most epicly fun nights I've ever had with Ahop, a solid 15 minutes of sleep before day 2 after 4 games the day prior (oh to be young again), the BLUE, the stat keepers being super cool, and of course the infamous cramp game

Lex 2 - Beerman's gf not looking up from her phone a single time over the course of 3 days

Plano - Smoking American Spirits with Spot on a balcony, Angeleeeeeee, sweeping

Scottsdale - The most beautiful people I've ever seen in one place, the golf carts, Dan on the links, hot tubbing with the bros, was this the first year of the Smo van? If so, that 

Denver - n/a

Portland - Nature hike, the foreshadowing of Wes standing alone in that group pic, my introduction into the wonderful world of food truck villages

Cincy - The myriad of vacant/abandoned buildings around town, bonding with the Stickman over weed, nature, and his love of outer space

San Diego - Zoo day was splendid, the house was dope af, Deuce grilling up meat and Juice juicing, the second floor Slay Bungalow, waking up 40 minutes before departure and somehow miraculously making my flight

Minny - Bottle service amongst an entire club of rolling 18 year olds, Act working his Hollywood magic to get a large number of dudes in da club the previous night, watching two fat black chicks grind on him and then one pulling out her massive titties (probably my second favorite PCTI memory)

Outside of hoops, what has been your favorite city? San Diego

Is there anything you think could be done to improve PCTI? Add an extra day

Maybe not next, but what city would you like to go for a future PCTI? Miami for a Christmas PCTI

PCTI Questionnaire 2019 (Part I)

Thanks to everyone for your response. I really enjoyed these. Also, I'm definitely not posting the response to saying something nice about Dan because he is the WORST... Here is part 1 which includes everyone that joined PCTI after year 1:

Kyle

When did you join PCTI? 2018

What has been your favorite PCTI? Minny duh

What has been your favorite addition (non player) to PCTI? N/A

Is there one (or more) very memorable thing that you think about from a PCTI? Not speaking to Dan the entire lake trip in Minny

Outside of hoops, what has been your favorite city? Minny duh

Is there anything you think could be done to improve PCTI? could have added me sooner

Maybe not next, but what city would you like to go for a future PCTI? Vegas

Andy

When did you join PCTI? Joined in 2017

What has been your favorite PCTI? San Diego

What has been your favorite addition (non player) to PCTI? Bottle Service

Is there one (or more) very memorable thing that you think about from a PCTI? BC getting drugged, Dan getting a random morning blow job

Outside of hoops, what has been your favorite city?  San Diego

Is there anything you think could be done to improve PCTI?  Make sure the gyms is legit. We fly all the way out there and have a great time but the hoops is still the focus. So the facility I would like to have a great place to play and the rest we can figure out from there.

Maybe not next, but what city would you like to go for a future PCTI?  Orlando!!

Juice

When did you join PCTI? My first year of PCTI was VII in Cincinnati.

What has been your favorite PCTI? So far PCTI VIII in SD has been my favorite.  

What has been your favorite addition (non player) to PCTI? I could be wrong about this, but I think before VII not everyone got into the city on Wed.  I enjoy the Wed evening gatherings and think that it is a good addition.

Is there one (or more) very memorable thing that you think about from a PCTI? Everytime I’m on the airplane is very memorable and enjoyable for me.  I like the calmness of flying and being able to think about the upcoming hoops.  A single event would be the float trip in Cincinnati.    

Outside of hoops, what has been your favorite city? Favorite city would be Minneapolis.  I’ve never been there and thought it was a well rounded city and the night life scene was different and fun.  Also my future wife lives there.  

Is there anything you think could be done to improve PCTI? It would be a tall order for Deuce, but I would think camera time off the court at the AirBnB before and after games would provide some hilarious and interesting memories.  

Maybe not next, but what city would you like to go for a future PCTI? Miami (never been to a Florida beach).

TP

When did you join PCTI? 7 

What has been your favorite PCTI? 8 

What has been your favorite addition (non player) to PCTI? Have there been any sense I’ve joined? I love the one big activity - zoo - river float - boats. 

Is there one (or more) very memorable thing that you think about from a PCTI? Ben - double calf cramp - might as well of drowned  his dog. The most defeated look I’ve maybe ever seen. 

Outside of hoops, what has been your favorite city? SD! Granted my other two choices are cincy and minni lol 

Is there anything you think could be done to improve PCTI? As swanky as the radisson red is...would be dope to have enough room for everyone. Would def prefer to shell out a little more money and all be able to be in the same room without knowing who brushed their teeth and who didn’t.. 

Maybe not next, but what city would you like to go for a future PCTI? Austin 

Beas

When did you join PCTI? Plano

What has been your favorite PCTI? SD

What has been your favorite addition (non player) to PCTI? SPLITTY

Is there one (or more) very memorable thing that you think about from a PCTI? FINAL NIGHT PCTI SD

Outside of hoops, what has been your favorite city? SD

Is there anything you think could be done to improve PCTI? YES

Maybe not next, but what city would you like to go for a future PCTI? SEATTLE

Spotlight

When did you join PCTI? For III, whatever year that was. I'm never forgetting the slight that I wasn't invited from the beginning.

What has been your favorite PCTI? Super tough Q, I think Scottsdale had the most all-around awesomeness to it, from food to nightlife to basketball. 

What has been your favorite addition (non player) to PCTI? This is a tie between nature excursions (waterfalls, floats, boats, beaches, etc.) #tyBeas and the increasing pageantry of the Saturday night dinner. Even the non-cool guys get rowdy on Sat night now. All the #DICKS need to stop booking flights before 7 AM on Sunday tho...

Is there one (or more) very memorable thing that you think about from a PCTI? This isn't really the intent of the question but weirdly I think about the gyms a lot, first impressions, what I liked and hated about each one, how they impacted me as a player, etc. Probably because all the gyms I've been playing at in the UK are such shit.

Outside of hoops, what has been your favorite city? I'm just going to list my fav thing about each city so as to not offend any host sensibilities. Plano: Angelie. Scottsdale: golf carts. Denver: the original hotel and Joe dancing at the bar. Cincy: the house and that Donley chili. Portland: the ref who wanted to be us and Beas. San Diego: the beach and beach bars obvs also getting hurt. Minny: trashy lake people, ping pong, and looking for CVS. 

Is there anything you think could be done to improve PCTI? I miss the blog and podcast. We were so ahead of the podcast game. We should get an intern who can content manage us so that we keep the chatter going all year round. 

Maybe not next, but what city would you like to go for a future PCTI? Miami, never been, need an excuse.

Donley

When did you join PCTI? Year 2 in Lexington

What has been your favorite PCTI? Cincy - best host

What has been your favorite addition (non player) to PCTI? Saturday event, which forces everyone to be together instead of splitting off. Great way to close out the trip.

Is there one (or more) very memorable thing that you think about from a PCTI? Random one on one chats that get real, and not meaning deep - - but just real, when people put the shenanigan part of their personality down 

Outside of hoops, what has been your favorite city? Scottsdale - golf cart game was clutch

Is there anything you think could be done to improve PCTI?  shot clock?

Maybe not next, but what city would you like to go for a future PCTI? Seattle, easy

Smo

When did you join PCTI? Year 2 aka the year PCTI became cool 

What has been your favorite PCTI? San Diego - not even close 

What has been your favorite addition (non player) to PCTI?  Pun's weed habit

Is there one (or more) very memorable thing that you think about from a PCTI?  Abe's punishment...and Pun's drug problem 

Outside of hoops, what has been your favorite city?  Denver - close second was Portland but too dirty 

Is there anything you think could be done to improve PCTI?  Get rid of Dan 

Maybe not next, but what city would you like to go for a future PCTI?  Miami, Vegas and somewhere overseas