A Big Thanks from the Texas Shootout

[Reginald Rutledge]

I just want to take a moment and thank each and every coach that attended the Texas Shootout for taking the time out of your busy schedules to come to the Lone Star state for some miniature football fellowshipping. My hope is that my family and I did not disappoint and made your stay most enjoyable.

Without your efforts to come and be apart of the traditions that make up the Texas Shootout, it would not be worth its weight in gold. If we can educate just a few people on what makes miniature football in the Dallas-Fort Worth area so exciting, our job at the Texas Shootout was accomplished.

You coaches that came to Texas fit right in in what we try to do from the creation of intense rules to press conferences to championship game day to the fellowship and hospitality. You all were great competitors and champions in your own right.

Thanks for a great tournament and I look forward to seeing you somewhere up the road.

Shown is a collage of some of the things that happened at the Shootout. This must be downloaded to "You-Tube". It may not be readily available but within the next 1/2 hour, it should be.

http://www.youtube.com/v/8aB4WbpAzT8

Regards,

Reginald Rutledge
Texas Shootout Founder

[NATIONAL]

The TSO made two very good decisions this tourney. First, they changed hotels. This place was in the middle of everything! And the biggest treat, it was close to RR’s house. Second, RR changed the brackets; he had an out of town bracket, and the DFW bracket. This was a huge confidence boost to the coaches that traveled. We all felt like we could, at the least; make it to the big dance.
I finally got a chance to see Reggie World! What a site. Flash bulbs were popping non-stop as all the coaches pulled out their cameras. We spent as much time a Reg’s house as we did at the hotel. RR, tell the family thanks for all the food and hospitality. All I have to say about Reggie World is this dude loves MF/EF! I will post some of the pictures. He has cameras over the field, on the side of the field, and even a small web cam in the end zone. I did the commentary with DFW coach R.D.; we didn’t stand at the board and look at the game. RR has a broadcast booth, and we watched the game on a monitor just like MNF!
Reggie and his coaches went out of their way to make sure we enjoyed ourselves. At one point, he stopped the premlims, and carted everyone over to Outback Steakhouse for a lunch break. I really enjoyed this year better than last. Even tho I lost in the 1st rd this time around. The interviews were the best. Someone said that Reggie over hypes things………. Really, you can’t over hype this sport/hobby! I think he would do all the things he does if he was playing solitaire. He just loves all the things that surround the game. Press conferences, interviews, video, camera angles, marching bands, player entrances, all things that would make it as real as a televised game.
Me & Wolf did the skills challenge, (Beenut was too busy advancing thru the tourney. He did you guys notice his blue shirt in the pictures??? Talk about sweating it out!!! His opponent was stripped down to just a tank top by games end.) We talked about some upcoming things for the MFCA, look out coaches, it only gets better. We were able to sign up some area coaches.
Reg, I know you are on the fence about having it next year, but if I’m breathing, I will be there. Thanks again for a great time.

CorEy with an "E" aka Prettyboy, aka Mr.NATIONAL

CPEFL,CBA,UGI,NEFL,PEFL,BEFL,NHFL,Harrisburg college league. MFCA committee. Green Room Rumble committee.
Authorized Buzzball dealer.

[5-13 Studios]

sounds like it was an absolute blast!

[Soljah]

TSO had all the hype, drama, game pressure, fun, skilled players, hospitality and everything you could want in a tournament. I agree with Mr. National you cannot over promote/hype this hobby. Reg's World is out of this world. As a coach you have to experience it. I learned a great deal about the TSO system, the history of EFL from Reg and Corey and more on customizing and painting/decaling players from the Master Reg. Reg also said TSO can be played solitaire as well. TSO can and should be considered one of the major styles of EFL. Why? Because it takes into account everything that happens in football. It should be a must for all coaches to try this style of play. If you have not played it, please don't speculate about it. EXPERIENCE IT FOR YOURSELF! The DFW league members were great and helpful. Reg's family was supportive ,very hospitable and his children very mannerly. So Big Thanks to Rutledge Family!

PEACE

[Reginald Rutledge]

It was definitely good to have you 'Cats here for the Shootout. Corey, we always have seen each other at football gatherings but never got a chance to hang out. Next year, we will not wait on coaches making registrations at the last minute so that will make it easier to determine the seedings. That way, we will be able to start on time and finish in a more efficent manner. Right now, I am considering moving the Shootout up a week before Labor Day instead of the weeka after Labor Day. The media could not get out to me because so much was going on as far as high school, college and pro ball that weekend.

In order to get the most bang for my buck, I may need to do it earlier. Also, it gives the many people who said they were coming an opportunity to plan ahead. I know there were quite a few who said they would support the tourney but did not show. That's okay. Things happen and we must move on. We do look forward to seeing you in 2008 if possible. If not, don't sweat it.

But for guys like both Corey and Kevin, it was a pleasure hosting this tournament. I was more than happy to show you a few of the places I do business so thanks for stopping by.

Corey, Kevin has already committed to your system. Now the coaches are asking, "When will the National one come onbard?" I told them it may be a cold day in hell but we'll work on him.

Take care,

Reg

[NATIONAL]

True, every tourney you show up at, you're swamped with coaches asking questions, and buying FF.com. I finally got my chance to pick your brain.

I agree, let's go with an earlier date, make it official. That gives coaches time to plan ahead. Next year, we should go with 1 series in the prelims, then get on to the tourney. That way every coach will be able to play against each other. I wish everyone there could have used the box in their game.
I know I talked to Jimbo during the TSO and he was really wanting to attend. Mark Robin was up 3am that Friday morning posting that he couldn't make it.

I will try to make it out the championship game. I know you DFW coaches want to kick me around the metal turf!!!! I will have to assemble my DFW style team first.
Oh yeah, thanks for answering my questions via email!!!

NATIONAL

[Reginald Rutledge]

The one possession has already been voted on by the committee of Rose and I and it was unanimous to just do one. We could do "The Box" in the qualifiers so people could experience the dissapointment of going in on a score only to fumble it away via "The Box" or have a TD taken away by pass interference. It seems as if you've really been taken back by "The Box".

More than likely, you can count on the week before Labor Day. My 'Boy at the TV station had a crew ready to come out on Labor Day Weekend but could not rearrange for the following week. I think the weekend before Labor Day may be better for all concern. I just got to confirm the date.

We will continue with the Shootout Region and the National Region as well. I like the coaches who are use to playing under the system have to knock each other off. The intensity gets so high. For instance, Geno H, Flynt, Mantaray 'Dre, Kevin Boddie, and John Rowan next year would have to play under the Shootout Region. They will have been experienced coaches by playing a full season in this style of play so they would be apart of that Region. Even coaches in the LAEFL or Vegas or Florida would have to be put in the Shootout Regional. But because the winner came from the National Region, it would make for a very interesting weekend.


I hate Mark Robin was not able to come. His monies will be carried over to 2008. I've got a feeling he will show up in 2008. I will give you fair warning when the 2007-2008 Super Bowl takes place. This is like nothing you've seen before. Honestly, the pomp and circumstance around the Super Bowl is very big! You've got to experience it. It is on a very grand scale.

[NATIONAL]

on the Walmart parking lot scam. Talk about dumb luck. I want to know how they will police that situation.

Next year I'm planning on having a 49ers team TSO ready!!! Tell Ernest and the rest of the guys Earl Campbell is retiring from the Shootout! I need more weapons, and my beloved 49ers will be loaded!!!

Rose has to be wife of the century!!!!! We were sprawled all over the house. The kids too, everyone was great. Women don't like peeps in their kitchen. And we had a 308 board right in the middle. She went out for KFC. She gave rides back and forth to the hotel. Tell her thanks again. Kevin is very excited about playing in the DFW. You said it better than me, you told him, I hope you are still excited after you start 0-5!!!!!! I fell on the floor!!!

Me and Jerry had a great time.

[Michigan Joe]

I will be there. I mean, where else can you get Mr. National and RD in the booth calling the championship game. I'm definately FIXIN to be there!
Joe

[Soljah]

Don't forget,

you better be FINNIN to make some groceries as well!

Peace