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    kevincabarello reacted to vogtcd11 in Fairfield, OH - 07/18/2015 - 2015 Midwest Tecmo Super Bowl Tournament (8th Annual)   
    Wanted to thank everyone who came to watch and the 14 budding Tecmoers who rekindled their love for the game. If I get half of the group from Sunday at the main event in July, the satellite tourney served its purpose. But regardless, it was a fun time to sit back and watch the new guys play. Yuengling overwhelmed us with prizes and attention, so I can only imagine what they're going to do for the main gig. But here are some photos from Sunday's satellite tourney, which was won by Fairfield, Ohio resident Nick Steer. Side note, he missed his 6 p.m. softball game to win this tournament. His brother was there to root him on. He was continually telling Nick that this was worth missing softball. And son of gun, he won the thing. And he was good, too. Toggled like a champ. He was by far the fastest tapper there.

     

    Nick Steer and his brother.



     

    Nick Steer and Dave Pitzer, who finished second.



     

    Josey Lawson, who finished third. Mind you, I've known this guy for more than 10 years. He kicked his Super Nintendo through his TV twice in one night after I beat him with the Patriots against his Falcons in TSB3. He bounced back pretty well from that incident that took place roughly 8 years ago.



     

    For those who commented during the tourney on Twitter, Joey was not playing in this. Joey and Matt Diaz kindly took to the live stream to announce the entire 4-hour tourney.



     

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    kevincabarello reacted to DStach in Indianapolis, IN - 06/20/15 - Tecmo Indy I   
    Kevin - Looking forward to having you attend!

     

    As far as equipment, we are good to go. I greatly appreciate your offer though. If anything comes up, I will let you know for sure.

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    kevincabarello got a reaction from Ryan11p in Columbus, OH - 04/11/15 - Tupa Bowl I   
    Cash prizes are nice and all, but wouldn't you feel better going home with this?

     

    http://imgur.com/mYn6nPi

     



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    kevincabarello got a reaction from nickgod80 in Columbus, OH - 04/11/15 - Tupa Bowl I   
    Cash prizes are nice and all, but wouldn't you feel better going home with this?

     

    http://imgur.com/mYn6nPi

     



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    kevincabarello got a reaction from Knobbe in Columbus, OH - 04/11/15 - Tupa Bowl I   
    Cash prizes are nice and all, but wouldn't you feel better going home with this?

     

    http://imgur.com/mYn6nPi

     



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    kevincabarello got a reaction from Knobbe in Columbus, OH - 04/11/15 - Tupa Bowl I   
    That's a safe pick. I agree that somebody named Matt will win the tournament.
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    kevincabarello reacted to OL' Dirty Tecmo in Columbus, OH - 04/11/15 - Tupa Bowl I   
    Congrats Matt Miller!

     

    Kudos to Kevin and Ryan and the venue Barrell on High. BoH made a special Tecmo menu and that was the beginning of my fun/demise. MIMOSA'S ALL DAY!!! In group play I started out very hot with a 77 pt differential. By the time I'd reached the elite 8 I was about 6 drinks deep. 4 I bought, and 2 graciously purchased by a couple guys I beat pretty bad but was sharing some Tecmo tips with. Thanks guys!

     

    In the Final Four Ryan handed me my ass in a Jets/Cowboys matchup. It's the first time I felt legitimately out-classed in a game since the Final Four beating I took from regulator in Detroit Kumite III. Great job, Ryan. You've definitely reset my focus and next time I won't be having as much "fun" and will be much more prepared. In the loser's bracket I was able to best buddy Jimmy P. in a Bears/Raiders matchup. All defense in that one and had I not called, seriously like 16 of his plays Bo probably would have had 200 yards. Instead I think he went for 46 on 24 carries. Crazy!! But that was my highest moment. Immediately following an uber focused Chris H. put the work on me with the Chargers over Lions to end my day. On his final drive he took a BAD Vlasic, BAD BJ, and BAD Butts all the way down the field converting two 4th downs and punching in for the go ahead. But he won it with defense and some excellent DB2 Gill Byrd play. Ryan and Chris, great job both of you!!!

     

    As far as the tourney and the atmosphere. I've been reluctant on this mini-recap because I can't quite put my finger on the terminology, or the anology, that the first Tupa Bowl deserves to have. I already feel like the Tupa Bowl is deserving of being labeled a "cult-tournament." Maybe it was the fact it's pretty close to home, or the venue is kind of small, or the ridiculous amount of giveaways and raffles, or the HUGE and very creative trophy, the T-Shirts, or the thought that went into every aspect including the Tecmo menus. For next year, or later this year, whenever Tupa Bowl II occurs I expect it to fill up fast, have a higher attendance rate, and bring more Tecmo "names." If Tupa Bowl remains small and can stay in the same venue with the same feel I expect good things for the next several tournaments. Can't wait for the next where I won't be drinking as much and will have to get more creative for finding excuses for my losses.

     

    It was fun watching Ryan and Matt battle out for the title. Matt's quote on Tecmo Talk Radio of "Babies and puppies don't hold a candle to a 10-pound Tecmo trophy" is just fantastic. In regards to why he hasn't won a tourney earlier. It's simple. It's his brother's fault. Matt is completely deserving and his only failure so far as been bringing his brother with him to all the tourneys. So Matt, here's to leaving little brother at home!!

     

    Can't wait to see all you idiots again. Sorry if I forgot anyone or anything. Cheers!!

     

    And of course, the biggest highlight of the tourney compliments of JimSocks and Woodshed. Grogan and Ronnie Lott

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    kevincabarello reacted to nickgod80 in Columbus, OH - 04/11/15 - Tupa Bowl I   
    What a great tournament ! Travelled from Michigan for the Tupa Bowl well worth the trip Ryan and Kevin were excellent hosts. The venue was top notch great location,service and food. I highly recommend this tournament for everyone in the future Columbus has alot to offer and that is alot coming from a wolverines fan. Great prizes at this tournament as well I came away with starting lineup Barry Sanders and Bobby Humphrey super star collectibles from the raffle. Thank you again Ryan and Kevin for an awesome tournament look forward to next year !

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    kevincabarello got a reaction from bradbears81 in Columbus, OH - 04/11/15 - Tupa Bowl I   
    Cash prizes are nice and all, but wouldn't you feel better going home with this?

     

    http://imgur.com/mYn6nPi

     



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    kevincabarello got a reaction from JimSocks13 in Columbus, OH - 04/11/15 - Tupa Bowl I   
    Cash prizes are nice and all, but wouldn't you feel better going home with this?

     

    http://imgur.com/mYn6nPi

     



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    kevincabarello got a reaction from Ryan11p in Columbus, OH - 04/11/15 - Tupa Bowl I   
    Here are the tentative pools for group play, subject to change due to drops/administrative purposes. If you are in the same group with somebody you are traveling with, notify me us immediately.

    GROUP 1 (streaming live on MidwestTecmo):
    1. Matt Miller (Elkhart IN)
    2. Chris H. (Streetsboro OH)
    3. Justin S. (Columbus OH)
    4. Kario B. (Columbus OH)

    GROUP 2:
    1. Matt Diaz (Lebanon OH)
    2. J.R. Rivera (Columbus OH)
    3. Nick G. (Heartland MI)
    4. Gavin K. (Columbus OH)

    GROUP 3:
    1. Louis B. (Buffalo NY)
    2. James D. (Columbus OH)
    3. Kevin S. (Grove City OH)
    4. Brian L. (Columbus OH)

    GROUP 4;
    1.
    2. Ryan S. (Columbus OH)
    3. Rex M. (Columbus OH)
    4. Leo F. (Cincinnati OH)

    GROUP 5:
    1. 
    2. Kevin C. (Columbus OH)
    3. Tony B. (Dexter MI)
    4. Josh M. (Columbus OH)

    GROUP 6:
    1. Jim P. (Oak Hill OH)
    2. Brian P. (Canton OH)
    3. Scott K. (Columbus OH)
    4. Phil C. (Columbus OH)

    GROUP 7:
    1. Jordan W. (Oak Hill OH)
    2. Nate B. (Columbus OH)
    3. Jeff L. (Columbus OH)
    4. John S. (Columbus OH)

    GROUP 8:
    1. Ryan M. (Ohio)
    2. Bill S. (Columbus OH)
    3. Mark M. (Columbus OH)
    4. Scott G. (Blacklick OH)
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    kevincabarello got a reaction from vikingmoe02 in Madison, WI - 03/08/14 - Tecmo X: The Gannonball Run   
    Most Passionate Group: 8... because 8 sideways is TECMO FOREVER.
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    kevincabarello got a reaction from Knobbe in Youngstown, OH - 07/20/13 - 1st Annual Youngstown Tecmo Tourney   
    Chris Vogt is my hero. He is now the Trent Dilfer of Tecmo.

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    kevincabarello got a reaction from Bad Moon Rison in Youngstown, OH - 07/20/13 - 1st Annual Youngstown Tecmo Tourney   
    Chris Vogt is my hero. He is now the Trent Dilfer of Tecmo.

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    kevincabarello got a reaction from Knobbe in Youngstown, OH - 07/20/13 - 1st Annual Youngstown Tecmo Tourney   
    Whoops, sorry Louis. I misunderstood your question. I looked foolish.

    ...but yes, the format is a great question. World Cup style maybe?
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    kevincabarello reacted to kingsoby1 in Madison Tecmo field better than ever   
    nice avatar kevincabarello, best cover art of all time

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