Okay, okay! I know you are wondering if I went for it this past Saturday and tried out for the Los Angeles Temptation (the LA team in the Lingerie Football League) at their open tryouts. I expressed my concerns (as to whether they might just laugh and tell me to go home, etc.) in my last post, “Lingerie Football League… To Tryout or Not.” And the answer is…..
I did it. Yep!
I went on Saturday, with borrowed cleats that were a half size too small (ouch), got in line, got my number (#111), and did what I could. Here are my quick notes on the day, and I’ll let you get straight to the video:
There were about 130 girls I believe – all around the average age of 22.
There were some exceptional athletes, some of them returning players from last year (#112, Nikki, actually played four games last year for the LA Temptation, but had to drop out early).
Because the league is new, and continues to gain momentum and recognition and respect, the bar is raised every year on the athletic talent they expect and recruit – so even the current team members have to try out again – even though the current team members won their Superbowl.
It’s tough to sprint in cleats (note to self for next time), especially a half size too small, and on uneven grass. HA!
They watched the girls throughout the day, and if they were not up to par, they tapped them out and sent them home.
I did not get tapped. Me and about 64 other girls didn’t get tapped. HA!
The plan is for the league and team to go back, review everyone’s scores and probably their looks, and choose TEN girls from those who remained, to go on to the next level.
I am sure I was the oldest one there, but I didn’t feel like it. I felt really great, and just finishing the day without being cut made me very proud of myself — almost unbearable to live with – mwaaah ha ha haaaaa.
My man, coach and FOOTBALL mentor (since I’d never really even tried to throw or catch a football, nor did I know anything about the drills, etc… until just last week), was there every step of the way, cheering, photographing and taking video for all of you to see.
So without further delay, enjoy this little montage in honor of my tryout. After I finished editing it, and posted it to Youtube, I thought perhaps it looked a bit over-the-top. You know? Like, all-about-MEEEEEE? And I suppose it probably does. But you know what? TOUGH TOAST. I am the one who’s banged up here. I think we can let this one slide. HA!
Enjoy……
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Note: In the closing credits, I called myself “Tryer-Outer #1″ because I was the first one to show up on the video… that’s usually how it’s done… I didn’t do it in reference, obviously, to the number I was assigned for that day.
So there you have it! My big day! The best news is, if I really want to seriously train and tryout again, with better speed, agility, etc… I will have another chance right before training camp in late July or August! Yayyyyy!!
Have a fantastic week you sporto’s out there. Go get some exercise!
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You may recall that my man and I were able to catch the Lingerie Football League Superbowl game in Miami, while there for the actual NFL Superbowl. I talked about it in the post “SAINTS Bitch!” and if you are a “friend” on Facebook, you saw the photos from the game. I said then, and I meant it, that I would love to play for the Los Angeles Temptation. I am a HUGE football fan, and exceptionally athletic. I think it would be an absolute BLAST.
Well, kiddos… that opportunity is about to present itself. I just found out last Saturday that the LFL is hosting open tryouts this coming Saturday, the 24th (I know, not much notice… it’s a good thing I am athletic and try to stay fit year round)!
So, the only thing that concerned me, is that like they do on American Idol – the LFL may have an age limit – or at least an unwritten one. I contacted them, and they said there is no age limit. But they may want to portray an image of only the hottest, youngest chicks – which I wouldn’t blame them for. But I am leaving it to you people to tell me your thoughts. I still may choose to simply watch the tryouts this year, and make a decision to try out next year – but the biological clock is tickin’ if ya know whatta mean… So, I am wondering if you all think I should just GO for it?
The questionnaire / application asks us what we’ve done – sports-wise – and I’ve done plenty. Except, of course, play football. I’ve figure skated, run track, weight trained (body building), rock climbed (the real kind, more than once a week), and practiced yoga and pilates for several years. But still. I do NOT want to show up at the try outs and have them raise their eyebrows, snicker and tell me to forget it.
Also – they ask the new recruits to bring a photo to leave behind. I will probably take one that looks more like one of the LINGERIE FOOTBALL players – in my sports bra and workout shorts, but here are a few of me in similar attire to give you an idea. You tell me what you think. Should I be wise and just WATCH try outs this year? Or should I GO FOR IT?
As a Naughty Police Officer
Bikini Clad
That’s it for now my beautiful little blog-ites. Stay tuned next week for my decision, and the subsequent videos / pics to go along (if I do it).
Have a fantastic rest of your week boys and girls!
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So, M.C. Nugget and I attended an event this week – the “Bikini Candy Tour Launch Party Benefiting Willie Gault’s AFL Foundation” (that’s Athlete’s For Life – in case you didn’t know).
The event was promoted as this “premiere star-studded event,” with a confirmed guestlist that read as such:
Kim Kardashian, Khloe Kardashian, Kourtney Kardashian, Lamar Odom, Jamal Brown, Ashton Kutcher, Wilmer Valderama, Tyrese, Avant, Paris Hilton, Nicole Scherzinger, Omar Gooding, Ron Artest, Shannon Brown, Jordan Farmar, Shemar Moore, Molly Shea, Brian White, Carl Anthony Payne II, Kevin Garnet, Troy Hudson, Terrell Owens, Rashad McCants, Mario Barrett, Chris Hope. Gabe Pruitt, DJ Strawberry, Ray J, Angela Simmons, Vanessa Simmons, Teddy Riley, John Legend, Travis Barker, Marlon Wayans and many more!
Let me just say that the only people on the list above that made an appearance were Omar Gooding and Molly Shea. At least from what I could tell. But the event did bring in a few surprise extras like Oscar winner, Jaime Foxx and his pal, Duane Martin.
I must admit, when I first read the guest list, I wasn’t impressed. Not because the list itself wasn’t impressive, but because this happens all the time in Hollywood. Event promoters often pad their “celebrity” attendance list with those they have merely extended invites to (like Ashton Kutcher or Paris Hilton). And in the case of charities, they’ll often get celebrities to agree to “support” the cause, or at the very least, lend their name to the event. But rarely do these a-listers actually show.
So, although Athletes for Lifeis a worthy cause, mentoring kids to live a healthy lifestyle, I had to wonder what it was that made people like Jaime Foxx and even my own man, M.C. Nugget venture out that night.
Well, kiddos, I’ve got the answer.
It was a BIKINI CONTEST people! Helloooooo! And these girls were not just anyone off the street competing to win whatever prize was in store. They were sexy, young models!
As M.C. and I sat there, perplexed, we surmised what was transpiring before our eyes that evening – and of course enjoying every single minute. We decided right then and there, we were changing career paths. Yes, M.C. and I are going into the event business (well, okay, so I already do events for peeps). But the formula was just too simple: Find a charity to support, get celebrities on board to lend their names, then bring in the scantilly clad hot chicks!
Why not?
Here are some of the pics from that night – and guess what? I even got photographed! Oh yeah… I’m somebody now. Ha ha!
Duane Martin, Jaime Foxx and Chris Spencer
Omar Gooding
Molly Shea
Bikini Contestants
One of the Contestants
Another Contestant
And Another
And now, for the real reason the photographers even showed up….
The One & Only - M.C. Nugget
And last but not least…
Ms. Cheevious Herself
That’s it for now folks. Check out the Athelet’s For Life website! It truly is a good cause!
Tonight we are off to The Kress nightclub in Hollywood for a birthday party for a world famous publicist to the stars. The theme is “Be the Paparazzi” and no one is admitted without a camera. We’re suppose to dress to impress. Looking forward to that. Fun stuff, eh? I’ll fill you in later. Stay tuned next week.
In the meantime, enjoy your spring weekend, wherever you are, and no matter the weather! Have a fabulous one my lovelies!
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Are you kidding? Lemme just say that Ms. Cheevious is all about the freebies lately, kiddos.
When it seems that all people can talk about is “doom and gloom” incessantly, at some point ya’ gotta cry “UNCLE!” and run – don’t walk – for the nearest free thing that crosses your path!
I’m not kidding folks – at least not about the plethora of free stuff out there. In this day and age, with taxes climbing, salaries stalled or disappearing, and people tightening their purse strings to the point of asphyxiation, any leg up is a welcome friend.
So, I’ve provided a list of some places that have dished out the free stuff recently. Why, you ask? Perhaps you are thinking, “WHY MS. Cheevious? Why must you TAUNT us with the freebies that cross your path? These things do not happen in (insert your city/town here)!” Well, I don’t buy it (ha ha – no kidding). You too can generate and be aware of FREE STUFF in your own backyard. But you gotta look for it and use a little ingenuity. You also have to be willing to GET OUT THERE. This, for some of you, is no small task. I know, I know. Sometimes it’s just easier to stay home and watch television and get comfortable. The idea of getting somewhat dressed up to get out there and indulge in a few free things at times can be a bit exhausting! Well, boo hoo hoo. Cry me a river. If you want the free stuff, you have to put in a little effort people! So here you go:
MUSEUMS, GALLERIES, OTHER MISCELLANEOUS LOCALES: The surf shop down the block from M.C.’s house in Santa Monica set up a pickup truck with a barbecue grill on the back, and started handing out free hotdogs and hamburgers one Saturday. It didn’t take long for a line to form down the block, and for their shop to get all kinds of traffic as a result. I’ve also been to the mall before when other places were giving away pizza, free samples of yummy pretzels, or what-have-you. We will never starve in this great nation. THAT is for sure.
Also – Galleries and museums often provide free wine, champagne and hors d’oeuvres when they open a new exhibition or promote a new artist. Get on their list for their upcoming events! I’ve even attended a red carpet movie screening at a nearby gallery where they had exquisite appetizers and desserts as well as an open bar.
MOVIE THEATRES. Speaking of movie screenings – check with your local theatres (or those in the biggest city nearby) to learn of any screenings, premieres, or other types of events. Often movie theatres will hold events you wouldn’t expect, and they’ll welcome you as well.
GIFTING SUITES. Okay, so these are a rarety only afforded those celebrities and their friends or representatives that live near Hollywood/Beverly Hills and Manhattan (NY). But I tell you, we were given face products, jeans, shirts, dresses, gourmet anti-oxidant dark chocolates, cigars, spa/massage certificates, jewelry, liqueours and more. Actually, the amount of face products was astounding – and all were very exclusive – famous skin care lines. And not too soon, I must say. I’d JUST scraped the bottom of the barrel on some of my daily regemen, and was in no position to replace it, when I was given a mountain of products I could use. Life is good, I tell ya.
PUBLICITY. So, not everyone wants this, but all you need to do these days is put together a youtube video, and post it – share it ad nauseum on every other social media site (twitter, Facebook, digg, linkedin and more). Also, show up where photographers are present to shoot an event or other somewhat “famous” person, and ask to be photographed (they love that)… then follow that up by asking where the photos might appear (so you can find them, and post them – ad nauseum - on every social media website) – and VOILA! You’ve just gotten some free publicity!
CRAIGSLIST - I know. Why is craigslist on here? Thanks for asking. Because they allow me to post free ads for the rental of my condo (which has become inevitable at this moment in my life) and as a result of those ads, I will now be shacking up at M.C.’s beach pad for the summer. Yep I rented my place for the summer! Nothing better than FREE MORTGAGE – right?
And now… drum roll… for the Mack-Daddy of All Free Things: FREE ADVICE. M.C. and I were walking along the beach in Santa Monica one Sunday, when low and behold, we saw a friend of ours (and movie maker) Emmett Loverde and his brother Paul. They set up a card table and four chairs with a couple of little table tent signs that read “FREE ADVICE.” This was just TOO hysterical! We decided to sit down and give it a whirl. I asked Emmett for advice as to what to do on a lovely Sunday afternoon on the strand in Santa Monica, and he threw this little golden nugget my way: “Set up a free advice table.” He assured me it was a fantastic way to meet new people, and some of them were hot, gorgeous people who may never come and sit down with you otherwise, except for the novelty of obtaining something free – and advice at that!
Only in Santa Monica, CA
So, there you have it people. Freebies galore. Go get ‘em!
And, as you may have surmised, from my lack of postings lately, my blog has become a struggle to get out lately. I promise to be more timely and fastidious from now on. Stay tuned next time for more on the delightful, delectable, celebrity-filled happenings in sunny, beautiful California – through my eyes, of course!
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