Topic: 2009 NC State Foosball Championships- Results & Reflections

[Alan Cribbs]

Here'a a nice news article about the event

http://www.starnewsonline.com/article/20091003/articles/910039983&tc=yahoo

Quick notes:

Player of the Year for 2008
Marc Gilbert

Mr. Gilbert was too receive this award last year. Marc is one of the important pioneers of the AQBB and now Quebec Foosball. He's always been a helpful resource and friend to me personally and to Bonzini U.S.A. His outstanding leadership and love for the Bonzini style of play and it's growth made his an easy choice for our selection committee.

Player of the Year for 2009
Laurent Paquin-Marcotte

Laurent is a rare bread of young player that has a thirst for learning all aspects of the game. His graduated success on the Bonzini U.S.A. Foosball Tour has made him a respected player amoung all. If there is one attribute that stands out is his RESPECT for the game and for those that work hard to preserve it. If I ever have any regrets in the game it will be not being able to provide enough opportunities for players like Mr. Paquin-Marcotte to excel. I consider him to be one of our brightest stars in the near future. I am greatful for his support and friendship as well.

2009 Bonzini U.S.A. Excellence Award winner
Mr. Bobby Brown

There are not enough words to tell everyone how Mr. Robert Brown has changed foosball in South Carolina for the better. We share similar philosophies that are the foundation for creating and maintaining the Bonzini U.S.A. Foosball Tour. It's those values and his committment to elevating his players skill levels that make him an iconic figure in the SC foosball world. He will be quick to add that he is supported by the likes of Jim Corbett, Rebecca Terry and Jacob Harley. All who are deserving to share this award also. I congradulate Bobby for being the 2009 Bonzini U.S.A. Excellence Award winner.

Brigade Boy's and Girls Club donation: $3.400.00 and a new foosball table to be delivered in a few weeks.

Steve Hebert (Owner of Break Time Billiards)- Without a doubt the best person I've had the honor to work with on a golf and foosball tournament project. It's an uncommon relationships where we both know what is needed from each other and how best to get the message across without having to constantly speak to each other. Each year gets better and better at Break Time Billiards. How many players do you know of that would drive 18 hours if it wasn't a great location and event?

John Hayes(RP foosball pioneer)- Maybe we all have foosball legends we would like to meet. Well, John Hayes was mine. John was a mythical player back in 1974 when I began playing. I would hear stories about his tournament victories and rule of the roost in the VA Beach area. I met John back in 2001 briefly and had the pleasure of eating breakfast and hearing the tells of the early 70's foosball scene this past weekend. With his signature safely in my World Alamanac of Table-Soccer, I have fulfilled one of my foosball quest. Dr. John, thank you for making the journey to Wilmington and for your friendship as well.


The 35th Annual NC State Foosball Championships Results
Over $2500.00 in Cash and Prizes & Trophies Awarded
Break Time Billiards & Grill, Wilmington, NC
Registered Players 66
States/Countries Represented, VA, SC, NC, MD, FL, Canada
Designated Charity -Brigade Boys and Girls Club of Wilmington

              Novice Doubles
1st   Francis Rioux (Canada) - Daniel James-Vigeant (Canada)
2nd   W. Nelson Nye, Jr. (SC) – Pete McLean (SC)   
3rd   J.R. Cox (NC) - Joe Teleoglou (NC)   
4th   Ricky Bennett (NC) Jesse Barnhill (NC)
   
                            Novice Singles
1st   Marc-Eric Gagnon (Canada)    
2nd   W. Nelson Nye, Jr. (SC)    
3rd   Francis Rioux (Canada)    
4th   Jesse Barnhill (NC)
   
                           Draw Your Partner
1st   Fuji Alberts (NC) – Geno Williams (SC)   
2nd   Laurent Paquin-Marcotte (Canada) – Donald Parker (NC)
3rd   Bruce Nardoci (NC) – Veronique Chouinard (Canada)
   
              Open Doubles
1st   Fuji Alberts (NC) - Jim Parris (NC)   
2nd   Bruce Nardoci (NC) – Larry Crowder (NC)   
3rd   Laurent Paquin-Marcotte (Canada) - Marc Gilbert (Canada)
4th   Bryan Jones (NC) – Mike Giles (NC)   
5th/6th   Mack Smith (NC) – Kenny Kniceley (VA)   
5th/6th   Robert Yates, Jr. (NC)  - Bobby Yates (NC)
7th/8th   Daniel James-Vigeant (Canada)  - Marc-Eric Gagnon (Canada)
7th/8th   Carl Dill (NC) – Mark Beal (NC)

    Expert Doubles
1st   Luc Tremblay (Canada) – Luc Flamand (Canada)     
2nd   Carl Dill (NC) – Mike Giles (NC)
3rd   Larry Crowder (NC) – Randy Hicok (NC)   
4th   Jesse Barnhill (NC) – Pat Ryan (MD)   
   
   Expert Singles
1st   Marc Gilbert (Canada)
2nd   Bruce Herring (NC)    
3rd   Larry Crowder (NC)
4th   Robert Yates, Jr. (NC)

   Open Singles
1st   Bruce Nardoci (NC)    
2nd   Laurent Paquin-Marcotte (Canada)   
3rd   Marc Gilbert (Canada)    
4th   Mack Smith (NC)    
5th/6th   Fuji Alberts (NC)    
5th/6th   Jim Corbett (SC)
7th/8th   Luc Flamand (Canada)
7th/8th   Bruce Herring (NC)

   Senior Singles
1st   Jim Corbett (SC)   
2nd   W. Nelson Nye, Jr. (SC)   
3rd   J. R. Cox (NC)
   
   Mixed Doubles
1st   Veronique Chouinard (Canada) – Marc Gilbert (Canada)
2nd   Fuji Alberts (NC) – Doris Little (VA)   
3rd   Cindy Lavoie (Canada) – Laurent Paquin-Marcotte (Canada)
4th   Tim Yates (NC) – Rebecca Terry (SC)
   
   Women’s Singles
1st   Veronique Chouinard (Canada)   
2nd   Rebecca Terry (SC)
3rd   Cindy Lavoie (Canada)

                 Women’s Doubles
1st   Cindy Lavoie (Canada) – Veronique Chouinard (Canada)
2nd   Rebecca Terry (SC) – Doris Little (VA)

[Tyler Foos]

Alan,

Top shelf effort and result - congratulations!!! 

Tyler

[alaris]

This was the best NC State ever! Great crowd, many new faces, A+ skill level, tournament ran smooth and not terribly late, charity received a great donation and the kids got a new table! I could go on and on. If you have never been to a Bonzini event you are missing out! I was even able to make it to the Beach! Fantastic job Alan and Gloria! Thank you for all the time and effort you guys put in for Bonzini foosball in USA!


Rebecca

[jkhFoos]

Great tournament.  The mini tourney for the kids had to be a fun experience for them & good the future of Foos,especially French style in America. Thanks Alan & Gloria.

John

[Alan Cribbs]

They sent me a big thank you card a couple of weeks ago. I'm heading back on November 6th to drop off a new Shelti Foos 100 for the kids. I'm about rested up and look forward to a little casual play with my friends for the next few months.


AC