So after taking time to re-review the "boatball bible" (link here: http://www.arkansascanoeclub.com/Defaul ... eId=655904" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;) I've listed the "sins" (excerpts from the "bible") I've committed against my fellow boatball comrades & am now asking your forgiveness and that you help in holding me accountable for my play.
Mauling:
"No "mauling." Mauling is interpreted by the nature of your particular group. This would be analogous to "personal fouls." Common sense and good sportsmanship are the keys here. "
Bad Blocking Technique:
"Blocking should be done on the ball, not on hands."
Spearing:
"players should avoid amidships collisions, which could result in spearing."
Grabbing:
"No "grabbing". Pushing off another boat or paddle with the hands is okay...just do not "grab" skirts, loops, paddles etc. This would be analogous to "holding" in football." (I believe body parts would also be relevant here.)
Paddle Throwing:
"No paddle throwing." (My play even came to this point last week.
)Hammering:
"Players should know and consider the paddling skill levels of others. Excellent paddlers are more aggressive with other expert paddlers and lay off beginners."
If any of my fellow players are also struggling with any of these maybe we can become accountability partners.
:myday"
I've never done that to Richard... 
