2023 MGS Forum: Cobra 50th Anniversary Special!

[CFreddie]

16 minutes ago, GolfSpy BOS said:

6.  With the sixth, and final selection in the 2023 Cobra Draft @GolfSpy TCB "selected" @CFreddie who is now expected to dominate the competition with the "#6" chip on his shoulder.  He has since spoken on ESPN 8's "Fringe Work" golf podcast hosted by John Daly and Randy Johnson where he promised that he would not rest until the other 5 competitors "gave up the sport, for life.”

8 minutes ago, chisag said:

 

... Like Tom Brady, Michael Jordan and Steph Curry that were all over looked in their careers, I take this very personally and will endeavor to exact some revenge on those that passed on me to the amazingly lucky GolfSpy Sam's surprise. And while I will hold a grudge forever against these Mods, I applaud my fellow competitors for being chosen 1-4.   At least I was right about CFreddie. 

 

That’s cute @chisag, only one of us can play the “underdog” tag.  

For @GolfSpy TCB, let’s get to work. 

PS - hey @chisag, dis you??? 
 

[Tom the Golf Nut]

With the fourth pick in the 2023 Cobra Draft, former Cobra Connect Champion Extraordinaire, @GolfSpy BOS has selected Tom Brady @Tom the Golf Nut in what can only be described as the steal of the draft.  Undoubtedly Tom will raise up against the other Moderators to prove that he too is deserving of the name "Tom" and will ascend to the ranks of Cobra GOATs on forum history.

And so it is written and so it shall be.  Beware of this Cobras bite. 
 

I might have an empty bag right now but it is full of passion and the desire to crush all that get in the way of for filling destiny. 

[chisag]

36 minutes ago, Tom the Golf Nut said:

I might have an empty bag right now but it is full of passion and the desire to crush all that get in the way of for filling destiny. 

 

... To put trash talking aside for just a moment and to be completely honest, I would have chosen you first. I can go low but a tight back can derail any low scores for me and I think you are pretty darned steady. Of course we both have to look out for those getting a ton of strokes because one good or even lucky round from a high or even mid index player can be really tough to beat. All in all I love that all 3 index categories are being represented along with the 3 corresponding types of irons and clubs, so it should be a ton of fun for everyone! 

[sirchunksalot]

Coming in at #2 we have a true under dog story in #teamchunks. Will he turn out to play like Ryan Leaf or will he run over the competition like Eric Dickerson? 

Time will tell.

Just to let y'all know the upside has no ceiling and there ain't no downside because I honestly don't think it could get any worse than where I've been.

I'm hungry for than just biscuits and gravy, I'm looking to feast on my competitors. 

 

[chisag]

5 minutes ago, sirchunksalot said:

I'm hungry for than just biscuits and gravy, I'm looking to feast on my competitors. 

 

... So much for "true Southern gentleman"!  

[chisag]

1 hour ago, CFreddie said:

That’s cute @chisag, only one of us can play the “underdog” tag.  

 

... Oh to be clear you are welcome to it and I am not playing an underdog. I am a past my prime, aging, self proclaimed Super Star that has fallen prey to some kind of QaMod Conspiracy and plan on rewarding GolfSpy Sam with a runaway victory. 

[sirchunksalot]

8 minutes ago, chisag said:

 

... So much for "true Southern gentleman"!  

My wife always tells me there's two versions of me. There's tired Jason who wakes up way too early every morning and there's sassy Jason who shows up when he's on shutdown. Guess what week it is!

[rkj427]

Now that the picks are in, waiting for the rest of the clubs to arrive, and then the real games can begin.

Hope the mods will "level the playing field" by giving those whose clubs haven't arrived, the same time to practice as @chisag (Sam) and @sirchunksalot (Jason) have had.

Should be a very interesting Cobra Challenge!

 

[chisag]

11 minutes ago, rkj427 said:

Hope the mods will "level the playing field" by giving those whose clubs haven't arrived, the same time to practice as @chisag (Sam) and @sirchunksalot (Jason) have had.

 

... I was thinking more along the lines of we start the day after Memorial Day and if someone's clubs aren't in yet, they forfeit. 

[Tom the Golf Nut]

1 minute ago, chisag said:

 

... I was thinking more along the lines of we start the day after Memorial Day and if someone's clubs aren't in yet, they forfeit. 

Or they can play with their existing clubs.

[chisag]

Just now, Tom the Golf Nut said:

Or they can play with their existing clubs.

 

... I am OK with that too. As long as they are Cobra's. 

[GolfSpy_KFT]

1 hour ago, GolfSpy BOS said:

First of all, Congratulation to the Cobra Draft Class of 2024.  You all earned your spot in the CGL (Cobra Golf League) and we expect fierce and steadfast competition.  This draft class was deep, but there were some surprises with self-highly-praised draftees falling precipitously in the draft and more humble, kindhearted golfers rocketing up the draft board!

But without further ado, here is the result of the 2024, Cobra 50th Anniversary Member Special Draft.

1. With the first pick in the 2023 Cobra Draft @Golfspy_CG2 has selected @Jnoble89 in a surprising, yet understandable pick.  Jason has shown to be a top quality, if relatively new, forum member and is expected to see significant gains from his new Cobra gear.  No Pressure kid, you're ONLY the first pick.

2. With the second pick in 2023 Cobra Draft @GolfSpy_APH has selected a true southern gentlemen in @sirchunksalot.  With his southern twang, smooth style, and "Sir" in his name we all knew Jason was going to go early in this draft, and I was personally surprised to see him go second.

3.  With the third pick in the 2023 Cobra Draft @GolfSpy_BNG has selected a fellow mid-westerner in @JerryB hailing for Courtland, IL relying on his knowledge of golf conditions in the area to do some advance scouting seeing that Jerry will have prime scoring conditions all challenge long.  *Mark also did not trade out of the #3 selection.  I feel that is important to note.

4. With the fourth pick in the 2023 Cobra Draft, former Cobra Connect Champion Extraordinaire, @GolfSpy BOS has selected Tom Brady @Tom the Golf Nut in what can only be described as the steal of the draft.  Undoubtedly Tom will raise up against the other Moderators to prove that he too is deserving of the name "Tom" and will ascend to the ranks of Cobra GOATs on forum history.

5. With the fifth pick in 2023 Cobra Draft @GolfSpy SAM weighed his options ultimately deciding upon our very own @chisag.  After the selection @GolfSpy SAM offered to the media "He's and actor, I'm an actor.  It just made sense!"  While some, including @chisag himself expected to be at the top of the draft class, his role as "Male Guest" in 2008's The Dark Night has raised some concerns over links to the shady criminal underworld of Gotham City.

6.  With the sixth, and final selection in the 2023 Cobra Draft @GolfSpy TCB "selected" @CFreddie who is now expected to dominate the competition with the "#6" chip on his shoulder.  He has since spoken on ESPN 8's "Fringe Work" golf podcast hosted by John Daly and Randy Johnson where he promised that he would not rest until the other 5 competitors "gave up the sport, for life."

The rules and what is at stake for the forum staff will be disclosed in future post.

Until then....

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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This is for sure the first time I have ever been picked 1st in my life. The honor is high, the pressure is immeasurable, and I am stoked to get this party started! Nightly 3 hole course practices are now all but a guarantee to my training regimen. @Golfspy_CG2 I will do my best to not let you down!

[richk9holes]

3 hours ago, CFreddie said:

HEY NOW!!!

Adam Shafter was reporting CFreddie may fall as low as #7, luckily he jumped into the top 6 bc there were only 6 selections. 

[GolfSpy BOS]

29 minutes ago, rkj427 said:

Now that the picks are in, waiting for the rest of the clubs to arrive, and then the real games can begin.

Hope the mods will "level the playing field" by giving those whose clubs haven't arrived, the same time to practice as @chisag (Sam) and @sirchunksalot (Jason) have had.

Should be a very interesting Cobra Challenge!

 

Nope. That’s just the rub of green. 
 

we will start ASAP!

[GolfSpy_KFT]

7 minutes ago, GolfSpy BOS said:

Nope. That’s just the rub of green. 
 

we will start ASAP!

My clubs could come tomorrow and I’d start Monday lol I NEED THESE NEW STICKS!!!

[Tom the Golf Nut]

41 minutes ago, chisag said:

 

... I am OK with that too. As long as they are Cobra's. 

Just so happens I have a full set of Cobra’s at the house. Oldies but goodies. Cobra Bio Cell irons, F6 woods, game on.

[Josh Ross]

2 hours ago, GolfSpy BOS said:

*Mark also did not trade out of the #3 selection.  I feel that is important to note.

Hahaha, I started to ask if @GolfSpy_BNG tried making any trades. Love it!

[chisag]

3 minutes ago, Tom the Golf Nut said:

Just so happens I have a full set of Cobra’s at the house. Oldies but goodies. Cobra Bio Cell irons, F6 woods, game on.

 

... I call and raise you MIM Tours/Forged Tec's, SZ 5 wood, 8* Pro S driver, 50* OG Snakebite, the legendary F6 baffler AND everything in my signature.    

[Tom the Golf Nut]

1 minute ago, chisag said:

 

... I call and raise you MIM Tours/Forged Tec's, SZ 5 wood, 8* Pro S driver, 50* OG Snakebite, the legendary F6 baffler AND everything in my signature.    

You win. But at least I’m in the game. Or I can dig out a complete set of 1995 King Cobra ll’s 1 iron through the lob wedge. 
I have a tough time purging.

[chisag]

Just now, Tom the Golf Nut said:

You win. But at least I’m in the game. Or I can dig out a complete set of 1995 King Cobra ll’s 1 iron through the lob wedge. 
I have a tough time purging.

 

... You and me both! I still regret every letting go of my Cobra SS Forged irons and think they should be in the golf equipment HOF. I would add the original Fly Z but my son still has mine with a Nunchuk 100gm shaft in it and he isn't every letting it go unless he breaks the face. Those and Z101's should still be in my Golf Room. 

 

[GolfSpy BOS]

17 minutes ago, Tom the Golf Nut said:

Just so happens I have a full set of Cobra’s at the house. Oldies but goodies. Cobra Bio Cell irons, F6 woods, game on.

leave it to my draft pick to think outside of the box.  

 

 

 

...here come the cheating accusations...  

[Tom the Golf Nut]

1 hour ago, chisag said:

 

... To put trash talking aside for just a moment. All in all I love that all 3 index categories are being represented along with the 3 corresponding types of irons and clubs, so it should be a ton of fun for everyone! 

Regardless of how it all pans out, haven’t we all been fortunate already. We were selected by the staff, Cobra took care of us, and we will have a blast with the challenges. I just feel so blessed to be part of all this. 

I actually never applied for a Cobra Challenge before this one. 
Good luck my fellow competitors.

[Tom the Golf Nut]

10 minutes ago, GolfSpy BOS said:

leave it to my draft pick to think outside of the box.  

 

 

 

...here come the cheating accusations...  

I’m from New York City. I was raised in a VERY very Italian neighborhood. We were taught to think out of the box. Also taught how to put you in a box or at least how to fit you for cement shoes.

Is there really someone willing to come forth with accusations! Think A Bout It. Said in a thick Italian accent.

[chisag]

6 minutes ago, Tom the Golf Nut said:

Regardless of how it all pans out, haven’t we all been fortunate already. We were selected by the staff, Cobra took care of us, and we will have a blast with the challenges. I just feel so blessed to be part of all this. 

I actually never applied for a Cobra Challenge before this one. 
Good luck my fellow competitors.

 

... Well stated Tom! Although just CFreddie picked 6th gets any good luck wishes from me. I'm not wishing any of the first 4 picked any luck. I don't think I have ever been picked 5th in my entire life. 

[TSauer]

[GolfSpy BOS]

22 minutes ago, TSauer said:

This is amazing! 

[chisag]

3 hours ago, Tom the Golf Nut said:

and the desire to crush all that get in the way of for filling destiny. 

 

... I am just gonna add, I scored 87 points in a Charity Basketball game between radio stations/newspaper columnists and TV newscasters in Columbus Ga broadcast on the local TV station. We won the game 88 to 69 and I am still shocked Cindy the traffic reporter at our radio station made a free throw! 

... Hard to believe I know, but I was a little cocky back then when my radio name was John Brock and I had a feud with the columnist, and we were good friends in person but I trash talked him to death on the radio ... while he got to write about it and it is a fun read: 

[GolfSpy_APH]

6 hours ago, sirchunksalot said:

Coming in at #2 we have a true under dog story in #teamchunks. Will he turn out to play like Ryan Leaf or will he run over the competition like Eric Dickerson? 

Time will tell.

Just to let y'all know the upside has no ceiling and there ain't no downside because I honestly don't think it could get any worse than where I've been.

I'm hungry for than just biscuits and gravy, I'm looking to feast on my competitors. 

 

I will be adding #teamchunks to my signature shortly!

[GolfSpy_KFT]

4 hours ago, chisag said:

 

... I am just gonna add, I scored 87 points in a Charity Basketball game between radio stations/newspaper columnists and TV newscasters in Columbus Ga broadcast on the local TV station. We won the game 88 to 69 and I am still shocked Cindy the traffic reporter at our radio station made a free throw! 

... Hard to believe I know, but I was a little cocky back then when my radio name was John Brock and I had a feud with the columnist, and we were good friends in person but I trash talked him to death on the radio ... while he got to write about it and it is a fun read: 

LMAO 87/88 points is golden. When I worked for a local YMCA right out of college, there was a charity basketball game that I played in on a team of YMCA Staff/Board Members vs. Community donors, sponsors, etc. I was fresh out of college and out for blood. People could come and donate money to “buy” points for teams as the game went along. I made 12 or 13 3s and had a couple dunks and we won the legitimate game by a good 30 points, then with 15 seconds left someone went and bought 50 points for the opposing team. It was a fundraiser but I was annoyed we lost lol

[Placasse61]

7 hours ago, TSauer said:

Wow this is so cool! Looking forward to the competition!