On 2009-08-26 06:25:13 -0500, Chad (NP-b24) said:
> On Tue, 25 Aug 2009 21:47:25 -0400, NP-f31
> <dudewiththe(REMOVE)hair@hushmail.com> wrote:
>
>> Hello Fortsters,
>>
>> Like many of you, I've really been enjoying the coverage of the Little
>> League World Series. At some point I began to wonder why ESPN would
>> allocate so much money and so many resources to cover the tournament.
>> As I watched and listened to the commentary, it struck me: Boys Sell.
>> Why else would a major network devote two weeks of coverage on two
>> channels? To hear the Orel Hersheiser go on and on about how
>> attractive some of the boys are is eye opening. At one point he
>> created an uncomfortable dead air silence by speaking the truth, 'What
>> a good looking kid he is'. The play by play guy didn't know what to
>> say and was caught off guard. Normally, the play by play guy would
>> agree with the color analyst and go on about the pitch count or
>> whatever, but I could 'feel' the announcer thinking, 'Do I really want
>> to agree with Orel that this boy is incredibly good looking? Is that a
>> good career move?' It was a mind blowing experience. I was thinking
>> the same thing Orel Hershheiser was thinking! Almost all of the boys
>> are compellingly beautiful. You can see every nuance of the peach fuzz
>> on their lips and cheeks in eye popping HD.
>>
>> It's true, the beauty and pubescent sexuality of those boys SELLS.
>> Kelloggs was first in line as a major sponsor, Subway created
>> special commercials and a major promotion to coincide with the
>> coverage. When my son and I were in the cereal aisle this weekend
>> after watching some of the games, what do you think he picked?
>> Kellogg's Frosted Flakes!
>>
>> The slick ESPN promos are both intense and emotional, but
>> alongside the action is the boy beauty. The excellent coverage
>> features long, lingering extreme closeups, especially on the batter
>> and pitcher, who all seem to be really good looking boys. ESPN is not
>> afraid to show the tears and pluck at your heartstrings either.
>>
>> Have you noticed how they manage to get a shirtless boy in the
>> background of almost every crowd cutaway? There have been countless
>> crotch adjustments. Close ups of boys spitting, and EXUBERANCE!
>> What I love the most is that every nuance of boy emotions are shown
>> in every game. The best part is the pre-teen machismo; fist
>> pumping, high fiving and chanting the boys show the cameras. Boys
>> sell and ESPN has figured out how to parlay the sex appeal of boys
>> into a mini goldmine. The LLWS is baseball at it's best and purest
>> form and the event brings out the best in boys from all over the
>> world.
>>
>> BTW, the kid who pitched for Mexico tonight (Marcelo Martinez) was
>> strikingly handsome. He was also filling out his jock strap to the
>> extreme. OMG.
>>
>> The funny thing is, I don't care who wins. I love them all!
>>
>> Doc
>> NP-f31
>>
>> In HD Boy Heaven
>
> It's funny that you posted this because I've been thinking the same
> thing about ESPN. They are devoting a great deal of resources to
> televising the LLWS coverage - even pre-empting MLB games (as they did
> Monday night) in order to show the entire LLWS game. I also laughed
> when I read what you said about Orel making that comment about what a
> good looking kid that was. I was literally thinking the same thing
> myself when I heard - or thought I heard - Orel say that. I had to
> rewind my dvr to make sure I heard someone else say the words I was
> thinking.
>
> Agreed, the pitcher for Mexico was indeed a very handsome lad, on all
> levels. And I too really don't care who wins - they're all winners in
> my book!
>
> Also, am I the only one that's always wondered what all goes on up at
> "the Grove" where all the boys stay - with no parents? I just
> wonder...
>
> Chad (NP-b24)
Chad, Doc mentions the pitcher for Mexico filling out his jock strap
and you mentioned you recorded the game do your DVR. I missed the
games. Would it be possible for you to post some pics and/or footage
showing the pitcher and other players as well? Thanks much in advance!
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