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NE Arkansas

Ok so me and Wayne are having a little contest between us. Looks like we will draft 5 growers between us. We will use the best GPC weight for each grower for our team total. Since Wayne isn't growing and I get to obviously pick myself (as my last pick). Our friendly wager has will be donated to charity (St Jude Childrens Hospital). Wayne has picked Frank Mudd as his first pick. As my first pick I'll take Chris Kent.
Team Wayne Team Jeremy
Frank Mudd Chris Kent

Your pick Wayne...

11/30/2017 5:28:48 PM

Rapid City, SD

no grafting.....lol

11/30/2017 7:48:25 PM

NE Arkansas

Um... all grafting is fine

11/30/2017 8:38:11 PM

Lexington, Ky

OMG, this is gonna be awesome! Who knows how many watermelon growers he represents as an agent, probably be some time after 1:00 am before we hear something. Come on Wayne, you got this!

11/30/2017 9:15:24 PM

sevierville, Tn

we should get a list of growers who want to do it ....or is it that we just take their weights regardless of they wanting to or not ???

11/30/2017 10:22:03 PM

NE Arkansas

This is just a side thing between me and Wayne... the other will be for those who want to compete

11/30/2017 10:46:35 PM

Owensboro, Ky.

2nd pick...Todd Dawson Peace, Wayne

12/1/2017 12:14:54 AM

Owensboro, Ky.

Anyone who can tell anything about Rodney R.? LOL Peace, Wayne & Mr. Wexler sir, are you growin a melon this year?

12/1/2017 1:20:57 AM

NE Arkansas

2nd Pick - Spencer Glasgow

12/1/2017 2:03:25 PM

Owensboro, Ky.

3rd pick (and still don't think that the 3rd best melon grower in the world can be saved for his own 5th pick)! LOL Susan Barber!!

12/1/2017 5:27:21 PM

Grant, AL

Don’t forget Jeremy and Wayne there are a few melon growers not on the GPC list for 2017.

12/1/2017 6:29:22 PM

Owensboro, Ky.

Charles B., I thought this was a Gpc qualified type of thing, if not let me know who those other growers are? LOL
Another ?, can I select the entire Terry family as one pick?

12/1/2017 7:15:23 PM

NE Arkansas

3rd pick Andrew Vial

Chris Kent
Spencer Glasgow
Andrew Vial

Jeremy Lindley

12/1/2017 7:32:31 PM

NE Arkansas

Terrys are individuals... and Charles shhh... but yes Wayne the melons need to be weighed GPC

12/1/2017 7:33:34 PM

Owensboro, Ky.

Okay...since I spent most of my adult life, and loved the picture w/ Susan & giant (black seed) sunflower...my fourth choice is the Incredible Mr. Marvin Mitchell!! Peace, Wayne

12/1/2017 10:45:45 PM

Owensboro, Ky.

most of my adult life, in Michigan. Sorry, so excited that Marvin was still available, my fingers got in a hurry!!! LOL Peace, Wayne

12/1/2017 10:59:23 PM

Owensboro, Ky.

j, you have left so many incredible growers in the field...how about increasing team size to 7? Peace, Wayne

12/1/2017 11:00:55 PM

Owensboro, Ky.

Sorry, should have read "we" , not you!!! Peace, Wayne

12/1/2017 11:02:01 PM

Grant, AL

Great pick with Marvin Mitchell Wayne!!

12/2/2017 6:58:51 AM

NE Arkansas

4th pick Jeremy Terry

Chris Kent
Spencer Glasgow
Andrew Vial
Jeremy Terry
Jeremy Lindley

12/2/2017 10:17:14 AM

NE Arkansas

Let's keep it at 5.

12/2/2017 10:17:39 AM

Grant, AL

Alright Wayne who you gonna pull out of the hat for the last pick?

12/2/2017 11:42:36 AM

Eastern Shore of VA

Wow this is like a heavyweight fight.
I can think of a couple of great growers available.

12/2/2017 2:21:51 PM

Somerset,Ky

Don't forget John Bramer

12/2/2017 7:35:03 PM

Lexington, Ky

Based on my estimates, Wayne is facing close to a 300 pound disadvantage in advance of his final choice. If I were in his shoes I first of all would tap out! Knowing Wayne, that won't happen, so..I would research these..Bartoli, Bright, Neptune, Edwards, Barlows and the batcave dude.

12/2/2017 8:47:20 PM

Grant, AL

Bartoli has grown several over 300

12/2/2017 9:21:15 PM

sevierville, Tn

hey, the lindley team has spencer, thats got to knock some pounds off their side ! LOL

12/2/2017 9:35:57 PM

Liberty nc

Lol

12/2/2017 9:40:40 PM

NE Arkansas

Lmao... we should get 100 lb bonus for having Spencer...

12/2/2017 9:53:48 PM

Owensboro, Ky.

For the sake of keeping the history of CC's in play I was going to select Mr. Lloyd Bright as my 5th pick, but b/cause I trust Captain Hook, I will pick another Kentucky grower...John Brammer!! & glad that I did!!! Peace, Wayne
C'mon Jeremy, so many incredible growers left on the table...extend it to 7, so I have a chance to catch up on my 300 # disadvantage?
And once again I will ask...who is Rodney Register?

12/3/2017 12:41:29 AM

sevierville, Tn

maybe there should be a third team ???? If they win, both wayne and Lindley have to pay ! ;)

12/3/2017 7:39:23 AM

sevierville, Tn

how about a "the field" team. The top 5 growers who are not in wayne and Lindley team will make the third team. Meaning at season end, their weights will be used. No one will know who gets in till the final weightoffs are done. !

12/3/2017 7:45:21 AM

sevierville, Tn

since you all didn't pick them , you can't mind playing against them right ;)

12/3/2017 7:46:10 AM

Fenton, MI

Wayne, Rodney is a great guy and grower from NC. Look for more big melons coming from him.

12/3/2017 8:09:49 AM

Somerset,Ky

Let the games begin! This is going to be fun! Watch out for Sue she has been in close contact with Clyde.. I also herd rumors John has been in contact with Clue also.

12/3/2017 8:41:50 AM

Somerset,Ky

Clyde opps

12/3/2017 8:42:10 AM

Lexington, Ky

The field team is an excellent idea, I would wager on that.

12/3/2017 9:01:03 AM

Liberty nc

Rodney loves him some big melons! Take that anyway you want! Lol

12/3/2017 9:15:56 AM

sevierville, Tn

yea i bet the field/world team wins or comes in 2nd at the worst !

12/3/2017 2:03:02 PM

new hope Ky

Look like a fun summer common.
Am in.

12/3/2017 2:19:45 PM

Home of happy lil plants

Its almost like these guys know me....

12/3/2017 10:33:40 PM

Grant, AL

I like the fields odds in this. Should be a lot of fun with some big surprises down my way 🍉

12/3/2017 11:45:32 PM

Grant, AL

I like the fields odds in this. Should be a lot of fun with some big surprises down my way

12/3/2017 11:46:11 PM

Home of happy lil plants

I like suprises

12/4/2017 9:48:06 PM

Owensboro, Ky.

Chris, and if the "field" team comes in 3rd, then who ponies up the charity $'s? Mr. Wexler seems to be on board for paying up for charity, if "field" team looses? Or did I misread his post?

12/5/2017 11:22:13 PM

Owensboro, Ky.

Charles B. & Chris also seem to be voting on the "field" team! I am okay w/this idea, if the "field" team comes up w/donation $'s to St. Judes, if they don't win it all!!! Peace, Wayne

12/5/2017 11:29:50 PM

NE Arkansas

Wexler you got the field team? $100 for St Jude?

12/6/2017 7:12:20 AM

Owensboro, Ky.

Maybe Wexler & Charles B. could split the $100? Charles B. stated he like the odd also? Peace, Wayne
PS. Charles B., and Mr. Wexler...if you are going to pick yourself on the "field" team, you have to do it as you last pick!!! LOL

12/6/2017 11:48:14 PM

Lexington, Ky

I'm thinking someone doesn't understand what the field team is......

12/7/2017 6:23:05 AM

sevierville, Tn

Wayne, any grower not on Jeremy or your team is on the field team. .... so its your 5 against Jeremy's 5 against the field 200+ growers. lol now you see why i like the field odds !
can't wait to see the melons come in.
come on spring !

12/7/2017 6:32:48 AM

Grant, AL

I like anything’s odds where you have 200+ of something compared to only 5 even though the 5 on the 2 teams are many of the best growers. There is always surprises though!

12/7/2017 6:53:23 AM

Lexington, Ky

Wayne, go grab a cold one before you start on this...lol

Results based on these two teams 2017/2016:

2017
Wayne 1,401 (+58 lbs)
Jeremy 1,343 (+53 lbs)
Field 1,290 (-112 lbs to win)

2016
Jeremy 1,302 (+46 lbs)
Field 1,256 (+85 lbs) (-47 lbs to win)
Wayne 1,171

Statistically speaking, if just one of the 10 growers on the two primary teams doesn't make it to the scale or has an off season, the Field gets an easy runner up finish at worst. If one Field melon scales in the top 10 that would almost assure a runner up finish as well.

Variance by Team: Field Team (+/-34 lbs), Team Jeremy (+/-41 lbs), Team Wayne (+/-230 lbs)

Two year variance by Weight: 1st Place: Wayne 2107/Jeremy 2016 (+/-99 lbs), 2nd Place: Jeremy 2017/Field 2016 (+ 87 lbs) 3rd Place: Field 2017/Wayne 2016 (+ 119 pounds)

The Field Team on average is -79.5 pounds for the win. Of the 10 members that comprise the two Field Teams, 7 different growers live in NC, TN, Ky, AK...aka "The Belt"

12/7/2017 11:49:27 AM

Lexington, Ky

One more thought, if just one non-GPC heavy hitter decides to go GPC in 2018.......uh oh!

12/7/2017 11:55:17 AM

Home of happy lil plants

Me alone is plus or minus. 200Lb

12/7/2017 1:02:09 PM

Nakina NC

I'm a 1983 NC State Wolfpacker (2013 NCAA Basketball Champions).
"If the glass slipper fits, wear it". Lookout for the Field Team!

12/7/2017 8:46:50 PM

Nakina NC

1983 Basketball Champions ---dang typing

12/7/2017 8:53:06 PM

NE Arkansas

Spencer it's all up to you weather or not we win... lol

12/7/2017 10:24:32 PM

sevierville, Tn

oh lord, now you done it Jeremy. Spence if i have to drive down there and _____ i will ! Your not that far away.
Guess a better start a few extra plants for my team mate.

12/7/2017 10:34:21 PM

Owensboro, Ky.

Okay, anyone not picked on the two teams is eligible for the field team, depending on the weights...the top 5 are the field team. I get it, already!!! Still waiting for someone to pony up $'s for St. Jude's for the field team?
LOL & Chris...so not starting your own plants is okay? LOL
I guess the rules are...there are no rules? LOL Hopeing that Clyde is up for a road trip!!!

12/8/2017 12:25:02 AM

Owensboro, Ky.

The picking yourself last thing was a joke on the original picking teams rule!!! Just so you know! LOL Peace, Wayne

12/8/2017 12:26:40 AM

Owensboro, Ky.

Last note...Charles stated that my Incredible team was 300# behind...Then Mr. Wexlers post shows I am up by 58#!!! My guess is "Field Team better bring it! BIG" Peace, Wayne
PS...hope this stays fun, cause I am laughing right now!!

12/8/2017 12:31:22 AM

Lexington, Ky

Wayne, it is I that stated that you were at a 300 pound deficit. When the statement was made, you had only 4 members, it was a warning of sorts to pick your 5th member wisely. Your 5th member eliminated the deficit.

And no, you are not +58 on the two year average. Your team didn't fare so well in 2016. The field beat you by 85 pounds.

12/8/2017 6:18:04 AM

Lexington, Ky

Wayne, you kindly got screwed with your picks. Jeremy should not have been able to reserve himself in my opinion, I don't really understand with him being Team Captain that he would get that privilege.

If Jeremy wanted to be on his own team, he should have chosen himself first, that would have opened up the door for Chris to be on your team.

If Jeremy doesn't pick himself as first pick, then that would have opened up the door for you to pick him for your team.

Based on 2017, that's a 300 pound swing that you're on the losing end of.

It's going to be close and no doubt will be very entertaining. I can see this spilling over into other fruit categories and perhaps in the years to come. Great idea, great cause...born right here in the watermelon forum!

12/8/2017 6:30:32 AM

Grant, AL

Wayne, I never posted anything saying that your team is 300# behind. You must have me and mr wexler mixed up. Not hard to scroll up and read...the name of the person that posted the comment is on the left side Wayne!!! I am the one that said it would right for Jeremy to be on the opposite team. Nothing like growing against yourself!!

12/8/2017 6:48:55 AM

NE Arkansas

Anybody want the field team for $100 to St Jude?

12/8/2017 9:14:45 AM

Corryton, TN

I do.

12/8/2017 9:25:24 AM

Corryton, TN

Not wagering against either team just a lot of faith in the growers not chosen!

12/8/2017 9:51:43 AM

Owensboro, Ky.

My appologies to Charles B.!! If offended, I truly apologize!! My sense of humor is a bit off kilter, I guess? & I should have re-read previous posts better! Sorry for any disinformation on part! Hoping that you will stay on as moderator & judge of this fun contest!!!
PS...Kudo's to BrotherDave!!!! Now it's a three way contest!!! Peace, Wayne

12/9/2017 12:35:00 AM

Grant, AL

We all good Wayne!! I think this will be a fun competition between 2 great teams and 1 big mystery team all for a great cause. I just I can't contribute to the field team with a huge melon! Maybe a little trash talk and friendly competition will push some of these great growers to a new world record!

12/9/2017 10:28:18 AM

Grant, AL

I meant I just hope I can contribute a huge melon to the field team

12/9/2017 10:29:54 AM

Corryton, TN

I'm thinking the "field team" needs a formal name. Suggestions?

First thing that crossed my mind was "Rejects"

12/9/2017 11:15:03 AM

Grant, AL

You know Dave, the last pick in the NFL draft each year is known as Mr. Irrelevant! What about Team Irrelevant!!

12/9/2017 11:24:53 AM

sevierville, Tn

i liked the world team. sounds better than the rejects ! LOL
makes me think of that old song... we are the world

12/9/2017 11:27:20 AM

Grant, AL

Since the other 2 teams carry the team captains names(team Wayne and team Jeremy), we could be Daves World Team!

12/9/2017 11:29:11 AM

Corryton, TN

Please let's leave "Dave" off any part of the name. All I'm doing is counting on the rest of you to carry me.

12/9/2017 11:32:49 AM

Grant, AL

Sorry Dave

12/9/2017 11:37:39 AM

Corryton, TN

No need to apologize and I do appreciate the thought.

12/9/2017 1:38:14 PM

Owensboro, Ky.

Since Dave has graciously volunteered to pony up the $'s in case of a tragic loss by the field team, I think we should go with his suggestion. Team Irrelevant!!! Sounds like a action adventure movie title to me!!! & It could very well be an adventure with some action!!!! Peace, Wayne LOL Charles B., as official moderator of this incredible contests...I vote that we leave it up to you!

12/11/2017 12:02:40 AM

Owensboro, Ky.

Sorry again...go w/ Charles B's suggestion of Irrelevant!! Peace, Wayne

12/11/2017 12:04:53 AM

Owensboro, Ky.

So, if we now have three teams...Wayne, Jeremy, & Irrelevant? Why not open this up to more donations to St. Jude's? How about, anyone that wants can pick a winner, w/a promise of at LEAST $10 donation to St. Jude's if there pick does not win? (Wanted to say $25!!). I will supply nice BLUE (1st place) ribbons for all who pick correctly!!

12/12/2017 11:26:46 PM