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The SMFL


The SMFL. What is that you might ask?

Sometimes I don’t even know and I am deeply involved in it.

Where was the SMFL born? How was it formed? Who were the forefathers?

Lore actually tells us there were 5 fathers but that is neither here not there. I am unsure if the SMFL ever had a beginning. It was and well, one day it was discovered, or better said it was realized. Some of the ancient SMFL Sherpas believe the SMFL is more a state of mind or experience than a place or an organization.

Many moons ago a small group of men were called. They were called to gather for the purpose of fellowship and camaraderie. A pig skin was incorporated into the meetings along the way. The season, I believe, is actually based upon the moon cycles and lasts from 5 to 6 months or maybe longer. It might truly be aligned with the beginning of football season and come to a close when golf season is in full swing.

Due to the secrecy of this sect each member is not known by his birth name but by the name given to them when brought into the brotherhood. From the following list of names you will see the participant’s secrecy is guaranteed. However, the Commish states that:

"we are not a "secret sect"... the use of nicknames is not for identity protective purposes but more for team bonding/camaraderie purposes. Using a nickname invokes the presence of a history/bond or relationship with the individuals to the league."

Some of the featured nicknames include:
Farve
Magic Patin
The Blank/Dr. Who – formerly known as the Zephyr
R1-L2-RB
Pappi
T-Dar
Jagt
General
The Rocket
Big Game
Peg Leg
Gimme
A-Train
Romo
Rhino
D-Newb

The Commish - (We believe he is not only one who regulates and sees that the league runs as intended, but rumors circulate that he is also a player by another name). The Commish also stated this in regards to himself:



"the "idea of the Commish" is not to protect the identity of the League founder/leader/organizer but merely to represent that the League is run by all members of the League... and "The Commish" is the voice for the majority of the league - it is an idea, an agreement within the League... it is not a man or woman... it just is."



The name list goes on but we do not have the time or the space to complete it. The age range of players has a spread from the lower twenties up in the nineties. We had a man who was 93 years old come out and play a few consecutive weeks. His name was Herschel. I speak the truth when I say this. His age is up for debate however, but there is no doubt it is between 67 and 109. If he is as old as the speculated 109 then he would be the only SMFL player to ever have been alive in the 1800's the 1900's and the 2000's. I can’t say that he is spoken highly of… he is however spoken of. Only God know the whereabouts of the Herschel.



Before the weekly events begin, time is spent in gathering for the purpose of reflection and learning. One of the members takes time to share from The Word/The Book/Bible (all the same). After the discourse a prayer follows then the games begin. It is brief but allows us to all realize what it is really about. Not only does the SMFL foster biblical growth it also promotes physical and social growth. To understand the full depth of what the SMFL is about you must view the distant cousin of the blog you are currently reading (http://www.ryanandwho.blogspot.com/),
http://www.thesmfl.blogspot.com/ . Examine it. Take in all it has to offer.


Is there more to life than the SMFL?



Well yeah there is a lot more. It is something we do to enjoy life and friendship. I would say it is a life enhancement tool similar to the wheel or possibly the Internet. There is a statement that summarizes its purpose:



“Committed to developing relationships where we can be used as instruments in encouraging biblical life change.”



Initiation involves only a request to the Commish at the above SMFL blog.

Semper Fi soliders, Semper Fi (sɛm pər fаɪ)



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Posted by Ryan at 12:26 PM

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2-0 Domination of Team Sandwick

This Picture sums up Week 19 for Team Sandwick

Note Favre's response after Romo throws an interception to Rhino (intended for Favre)

See the SMFL Website for more Pictures from week 19.

Photo's courtesy of Matt "Gimme" Moore.