Apples Do The GTC
Training Takes Backseat To Fun
The 2007 FreshPoint Apples Summer Tour shifted gears this past weekend as the Apples throttled back from their recent hectic traveling schedule and took part in a rare hometown appearance in Nashville.
The Apples were the special guest of the Germantown Social Society at the glitzy event held Friday night at the exclusive Germantown Cafe. AKA - GTC. The Apples were joined by several other sports legends including Martina Navratilova and Billie Jean King as well as Apple front office personnel for the evening of good fun and good cheer to help kick off the the annual fundraising effort to support Coed Softball across America.
"It's a nice way to give back to the community and help raise some money at the same time " said Apple First Baseman Christi Copous as she and fellow Apple Patty Pender visited with guest who paid upwards of $2.35 per beer to attend the function. " It's a nice break from the off season training we've been doing the past few weeks" added Pender as she danced her way across the crowded room to visit with Apple administrator Patti Rowe who was in attendance with her longtime companion Bart 123.
"It's been a fun evening and I've met a lot of great people tonight" added Apple Press Secretary Rachel Goldstein as she and Team Procurement Officers Tim Kaylor and Donna Oldenbroek traded shots of tequila at the packed bar of the GTC. Other faces in the crowd included Team VP and General Manager Jeff Hall, former Apple Dennis Miller and AGFHOF Don Bernitt. "It's all about the next generation of Apples " said Bernitt as he discussed the fund raising events of the evening and bragged to anyone who would listen about his nephew Michael who this past week was awarded a spot on the Air Force Academy football team following his successful walk on tryout.
With their off the field fun now behind them the Apples will turn their attention back to the basics as they host their one and only open tryouts for new players this coming weekend. All players interested in trying out for the few open spots on the Apples roster are asked to submit a non refundable cashier check for $1,000.00 to Apple bean counter Dara Wynn ( who was also spotted at the GTC ) by Wednesday 22 August. All checks should be issued in the name of ' APPLES SOFTBALL or DON BERNITT '
And so it was as the Apples enjoyed another off season summer tour stop and brought good will to the home crowd. No telling what is next but what thing to be said for sure, How Bout Them Apples!
Sunday, August 19, 2007
Saturday, August 11, 2007
Apples Take A Hike
Appalachian Trail Provides Extreme Training
The 2007 FreshPoint Apples summer tour continued this weekend with a trip to the Blue Ridge Mountains and a back country training regime that challenged anyone who dared.
Led by Starting Outfielder Patty Pender, the Apples took part in a rigorous off season Appalachian Trail workout that would match even that of the United States Air Force Academy's basic training program.
Pender, who was named Defensive Player of the year following this past season, led the Apples as they took part in a variety of trail running, wood splitting and log carrying exercises along the famed Appalachian Trail.
" It's tough but enjoyable " said Pender during a break in the training. " It's nice to get a chance to do something different then the normal off season workouts we do back at the Apple Complex in Nashville " added Pender as she hydrated herself in the 100 plus degree temperatures that gripped the region.
" From what I can tell the Apples train harder then we do " said C4C Michael Oliver who last week completed his basic training as an incoming freshman at The United States Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, CO. "I'm not surprised for a second that Aunt Patty kicked butt in the woods because she has been kicking my Uncle Don's butt for years " added Oliver as he prepared for his attempt to make the Air Force football team as a walk on. When asked about the possibility of him joining the Apples following his stint at the Air Force Academy, Oliver said " yea, my plans are to be the first former astronaut to play for the Apples and I look forward to joining them on the field in about 30 years." Oliver then politely dismissed himself to join his fellow Cadets in attending a previously scheduled practice as a new member of the Air Force Academy Chorale.
As the Apples push their way through the dog days of summer it must again be asked, what's the next stop on the Apples summer tour? Although that question remains a mystery there is of course one thing to be said for sure... How bout them Apples!
Appalachian Trail Provides Extreme Training
The 2007 FreshPoint Apples summer tour continued this weekend with a trip to the Blue Ridge Mountains and a back country training regime that challenged anyone who dared.
Led by Starting Outfielder Patty Pender, the Apples took part in a rigorous off season Appalachian Trail workout that would match even that of the United States Air Force Academy's basic training program.
Pender, who was named Defensive Player of the year following this past season, led the Apples as they took part in a variety of trail running, wood splitting and log carrying exercises along the famed Appalachian Trail.
" It's tough but enjoyable " said Pender during a break in the training. " It's nice to get a chance to do something different then the normal off season workouts we do back at the Apple Complex in Nashville " added Pender as she hydrated herself in the 100 plus degree temperatures that gripped the region.
" From what I can tell the Apples train harder then we do " said C4C Michael Oliver who last week completed his basic training as an incoming freshman at The United States Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, CO. "I'm not surprised for a second that Aunt Patty kicked butt in the woods because she has been kicking my Uncle Don's butt for years " added Oliver as he prepared for his attempt to make the Air Force football team as a walk on. When asked about the possibility of him joining the Apples following his stint at the Air Force Academy, Oliver said " yea, my plans are to be the first former astronaut to play for the Apples and I look forward to joining them on the field in about 30 years." Oliver then politely dismissed himself to join his fellow Cadets in attending a previously scheduled practice as a new member of the Air Force Academy Chorale.
As the Apples push their way through the dog days of summer it must again be asked, what's the next stop on the Apples summer tour? Although that question remains a mystery there is of course one thing to be said for sure... How bout them Apples!
Sunday, August 5, 2007
Apples Visit Penn State
Joe Paterno Headed To Apples ??
Blue and White Daily
Nashville, TN
The 2007 FreshPoint Apples summer tour continued this weekend as the Apples took their road show north of the Mason Dixon line for only the second time in team history. The Apples were special guest of the famed American Indian Princess 'Nittany the Lion' as they visited Central Pennsylvania and the campus of Penn State University.
Although initial reports had the Apples participating in various fund raising events in State College and around the Penn State campus, it is now being reported that the main purpose of the Apple visit was to meet with and negotiate a contract with legendary Penn State coach Joe Paterno.
When asked about the possibility of leaving Penn State after 42 years as head coach, Paterno reminded everyone that over the years he has turned down coaching offers from the New York Jets, New England Patriots, Pittsburgh Steelers and the Miami Hurricanes. "I've had plenty of great offers over the years and I must say that this offer from the Apples is truly amazing " said Paterno. " Just to have my name mentioned in the same breath as an organization with the winning tradition and class demonstrated by FreshPoint is humbling "
Following Paterno's impromptu press conference, media members following the Apples this summer approached AGFHOF Don Bernitt for his thoughts on Paterno joining the Apples. " Sure, he would make a good bat boy " said Bernitt. " The guy's 80 years old and runs like he's 65. We certainly could find a place for him on the team if he elects to join us next year"
After commenting on the possibility of Paterno joining the Apples, Bernitt quickly turned the attention of the media to what he called " The Big News " " As with any team we need to keep our eye on the future as well as the present " said Bernitt as he discussed the minor leagues and the play of several potential future Apples. " Particularly we are watching a young right handed pitcher out of Delaware right now" said Bernitt.
Bernitt of course was referring to Jeff Oliver from Middletown, DE who last week picked up the win as he pitched his team to the Delaware Little League State Championship. When reached by phone for comment on his possible future with the Apples, Oliver said " it's been a dream of mine for a long time to be an Apple, just the thought of playing with a Future Hall of Famer like my Uncle Don is awesome." When asked if his goal was to join the Apples as soon as next season Oliver stated that his plans were to first finish High School, College and then Medical School. " Get back to me in 15 years " said Oliver before hanging up to begin his regularly scheduled piano lesson.
With the Apple summer tour to Pennsylvania now in the books, the obvious question must be asked, where next? Although that question can't be answered right now one thing can be said for sure............How bout them Apples!
PHOTOS BELOW.........
Joe Paterno Headed To Apples ??
Blue and White Daily
Nashville, TN
The 2007 FreshPoint Apples summer tour continued this weekend as the Apples took their road show north of the Mason Dixon line for only the second time in team history. The Apples were special guest of the famed American Indian Princess 'Nittany the Lion' as they visited Central Pennsylvania and the campus of Penn State University.
Although initial reports had the Apples participating in various fund raising events in State College and around the Penn State campus, it is now being reported that the main purpose of the Apple visit was to meet with and negotiate a contract with legendary Penn State coach Joe Paterno.
When asked about the possibility of leaving Penn State after 42 years as head coach, Paterno reminded everyone that over the years he has turned down coaching offers from the New York Jets, New England Patriots, Pittsburgh Steelers and the Miami Hurricanes. "I've had plenty of great offers over the years and I must say that this offer from the Apples is truly amazing " said Paterno. " Just to have my name mentioned in the same breath as an organization with the winning tradition and class demonstrated by FreshPoint is humbling "
Following Paterno's impromptu press conference, media members following the Apples this summer approached AGFHOF Don Bernitt for his thoughts on Paterno joining the Apples. " Sure, he would make a good bat boy " said Bernitt. " The guy's 80 years old and runs like he's 65. We certainly could find a place for him on the team if he elects to join us next year"
After commenting on the possibility of Paterno joining the Apples, Bernitt quickly turned the attention of the media to what he called " The Big News " " As with any team we need to keep our eye on the future as well as the present " said Bernitt as he discussed the minor leagues and the play of several potential future Apples. " Particularly we are watching a young right handed pitcher out of Delaware right now" said Bernitt.
Bernitt of course was referring to Jeff Oliver from Middletown, DE who last week picked up the win as he pitched his team to the Delaware Little League State Championship. When reached by phone for comment on his possible future with the Apples, Oliver said " it's been a dream of mine for a long time to be an Apple, just the thought of playing with a Future Hall of Famer like my Uncle Don is awesome." When asked if his goal was to join the Apples as soon as next season Oliver stated that his plans were to first finish High School, College and then Medical School. " Get back to me in 15 years " said Oliver before hanging up to begin his regularly scheduled piano lesson.
With the Apple summer tour to Pennsylvania now in the books, the obvious question must be asked, where next? Although that question can't be answered right now one thing can be said for sure............How bout them Apples!
PHOTOS BELOW.........
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