Cudas Stun Palm Bay!

Many have asked how to hear me on the radio. AM 1230 WSBB will be on the Internet Jan. 1 For now, listen to the New Smyrna Beach dramatic come-from-behind semifinal playoff victory, capped off by a fake XP.

NSB 8, Palm Bay 7

Biskit Speaks: World of KK Coming Back!

Yes, it's about time to bring this blog back from the dead and as you will hear from Biskit, she says it is long overdue.

Coming soon: The ballad of the $3 bucker and other selected tales of weirdness and stupidity.

Champions Again!

Last night capped a perfect season in the 3-year turnaround of a former XOS-sponsored softball team. Founded in 2006 by Kraig Koelsch, this team won 2 games in its inaugural season. Three seasons later, this team persevered to an undefeated 12-0 record. The team is a great collection of XOS, CI, JumpTV and former XOS employees. No matter what happened at the office, these friends stuck together and reached their dream, a championship. Original team members include Kraig Koelsch, Barry Whitley and Bryan Stuckey.

Pictured above from left to right (kneeling)
P- John Geddis – CI, OF Brandon Purington - JumpTV, IF Todd Gray -XOS Digital, OF Dan Scalia – CI, OF Andy Siegler - CI

Middle row
1B/Manager – Kraig Koelsch – XOS/XOS Digital/JumpTV

Back row from left to right
OF – Jay Moore (former XOS), IF - Luis Diaz – XOS FDI, SS – Angel Diaz, C – Bryan Stuckey – XOS FDI, OF – Barry Whitley – Former XOS/JumpTV, 3B Brian Fisch – CI

Not included in the photo are: IF -Sebastian Quinn – XOS/CI/JumpTV, IF - Will Reno – XOS FDI, OF – Jordan Wade – XOS Digital, OF – Mike Stewart – XOS/JumpTV

Note: For myself, I've now been a part of softball championship teams in four states:

Pennsylvania, North Carolina, Ohio and Florida.

Must Read For Pet Owners

A friend shared this with me. It made me tear up as any pet owner would agree. It is so very true.

Enjoy!

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A PET'S TEN COMMANDMENTS.........

1. My life is likely to last 10-15 years. Any separation from you is likely to be painful.

2. Give me time to understand what you want of me

3. Place your trust in me. It is crucial for my well-being.

4. Don't be angry with me for long and don't lock me up as punishment. You have your work, your friends, your entertainment, but I have only you.

5. Talk to me. Even if I don't understand your words, I do understand your voice when speaking to me.

6. Be aware that however you treat me, I will never forget it.

7. Before you hit me, before you strike me, remember that I could hurt you, and yet, I choose not to bite you.

8. Before you scold me for being lazy or uncooperative, ask yourself if something might be bothering me. Perhaps I'm not getting the right food, I have been in the sun too long, or my heart might be getting old or weak.

9. Please take care of me when I grow old. You too, will grow old.

10. On the ultimate difficult journey, go with me please. Never say you can't bear to watch. Don't make me face this alone. Everything is easier for me if you are there, because I love you so.

~Take a moment today to thank God for your pets. Enjoy and take good care of them.

Life would be a much duller, less joyful experience without God's critters.

~Now please pass this on to other pet owners. We do not have to wait for Heaven, to be surrounded by hope, love, and joyfulness.. It is here on earth and has four legs!

Cup Finale on NBC Was Most Watched N.H.L. Game in 36 Years

This is pretty damn impressive for a sport desperate in need of exposure.

-KK

NBC’s Game 7 broadcast of the Stanley Cup final between the Penguins and the Red Wings on Friday night drew an average of 8 million viewers, the biggest American television audience for any N.H.L. game since the 9.4 million who watched the Game 6 Cup finale between Montreal and Chicago in 1973.

City of Champions Returns!

What a great run for the Pittsburgh Penguins! After dropping the Filthy Flyers and then Fat Ted's Crapitals, a sweep of the Hurricanes, the Pens had the rematch they so desperately sought.

It never disappointed and the third Stanley Cup is back in the Burgh after defeating Marian Hossa and the Red Wings. Ironic isn't it Marian? Over 375,000 fans turned out to see the victory parade and that was awesome.

Most of my friends and colleagues offered congratulations, but there are always sore losers. Like Fat Ass John Henry.

He being a Phillies fan was offered congrats last season when the Phils won it all, but the lumpy lard couldn't return the favor in true fat and filthy fashion. Oh well, maybe he ate his hands and couldn't send an e-mail message.

Enough nonsense, what a year it's been in Pittsburgh sports. If only the Pirates could jump the .500 line and finally end the streak from hell. Nice to dream isn't it?

Funny Song re; McLouth Trade

Found this after a post on a Buccos' message board.

Here We Go Again

Another year, another Pirates' starter traded for mid-range prospects. I really want to believe that this management group is different and knows what they're doing, but it's really hard to.

Gone now is Nate McLouth, a fan favorite and quality baseball player. On a team already desperate for run production, this makes little to no sense. Then again, where is this team headed this year, really? While they are playing respectable baseball (24-28), the lowly Pirates will most likely finish well below .500 yet again. This trade clinches that for sure.

If they are blowing it up, then blow it the whole way up. Trade Adam LaRoche, Freddy Sanchez, Ryan Doumit, Paul Maholm, John Grabow and Matt Capps. Hell, trade Eric Hinske and Craig Monroe if you find a taker.

Anything less than a complete rollover of this club will not be acceptable. That said, it's exactly what will happen. After all, this is the Pirates we're talking about.

Best of luck, Nate. You will be missed.

On a more positive note, Let's Go Pens! Let's Go Pens! Let's Go Pens! And oh yeah, 57 days til the Steelers report to camp.

Good and You?

A blast from the past shows a young and just barely underage KK and some College Park filth live at Clarion. Notice the burnt out apartment unit in the background. A drunken lard blew up the microwave cooking a potato and the result was this benefit drunken afternoon and concert.

Good and you?

Back in the Game, Let's Go Pens!

The Pens are back in the Eastern Conference Finals and it's more than time to bring the World of KK back from the dead. An exciting playoff run thus far for sure...

Alex Ovechkin is such a thug and the NHL loves letting him live up to a double standard. The bum should have been suspended or at least fined for the dirty hit that injured Pens' defenseman Sergei Gonchar.

That's OK; he'll get what he has coming. Back to the Pens, what a great trade by GM Ray Shero to acquire winger Billy Guerin from the lowly New York Islanders for next to nothing.

Summer is here and that means party time. Rumor has it KK party II is coming up at month's end. My parents are on their way down for a few weeks and that will be great. I can't believe how fast time is flying by, partially the reason for such sparse blog posts. The other part being laziness...

Almost 8 months since I left the hallowed halls at JumpTV and returned to XOS Technologies, now, XOS Digital. For those who haven't heard about the new unit, check it out here.

Let's Go Pens! Let's Go Pens! Let's Go Pens!

Happy Holidays!

It's a little early but what the heck. I finished decorating in time for my parents' arrival today. I have two trees, one inside and a small tree to coincide with a wreath outside. Not too shabby. Lots of Pittsburgh sports ornaments on the tree and some general sports stuff as well.

I'm not sending out any cards so Happy Holidays to all! I hope the season brings you happiness, safety and good cheer.

-KK

Scary Stuff!!!

Terrible news from India. This CNN live report shows a very unstable crowd and a visibly shaken reporter.

Winter??

It actually got in the high 30's here the other night I believe. Freezing in Pittsburgh at game time as I type this. Snow expected!

Here We Go Steelers Here We Go!

On a lighter note, Biskit has been becoming lazy (like her owner) and was challenged for a treat. As you can see, she's bigger but was able to once again, completely flatten herself out and get the cookie.

She is shown underneath my couch.

Canucks Prank Palin

2008 Election

Andy, Opie & The Fonz Endorse Obama

As a former resident of Charlotte, N.C. and having worked at TV station who ran re-runs and got great ratings, WHOAAAAAA! ... AAAAAAAAY!

See more Ron Howard videos at Funny or Die

Now This Is Great.....

Can you imagine the cop's face? Keep that in mind and read below.

Police arrest Mich. man for car wash vacuum sex

Sat Oct 18, 7:56 pm ET

THOMAS TOWNSHIP, Mich. – Police say a Michigan man has been arrested after "receiving sexual favors from a vacuum" at a car wash.

The Saginaw News reports the 29-year-old Swan Creek Township man was arrested Thursday in Saginaw County's Thomas Township, about 90 miles northwest of Detroit.

Police Sgt. Gary Breidinger says a resident called to report suspicious activity at the car wash about 6:45 a.m. An officer approached on foot and caught the man in the act.

The suspect, whose name wasn't immediately released, is being held in the Saginaw County Jail.

Information from: The Saginaw News, http://www.mlive.com
Source: The Associated Press

KK On the Move...

So it's been way too long since my last update. Lots going on to say the least... After 2+ years working for XOS Network/JumpTV, I've accepted a new job at XOS Technologies, Inc.

Now I realize that might be confusing and that is understandable. Basically, XOS is starting a new initiative and I'm now onboard as Director, Content Management.

Previously, XOS had a separate unit, Network, which I worked in until it was acquired by Jump. The other two XOS units remained untouched.

It's a great opportunity for me and a better fit for my skill set. I had a blast at JumpTV and learned a lot and will miss all of my ex-colleagues, but sometimes opportunities present themselves and you act.

That's really all there is to it. I will still work in Central Florida, Lake Mary to be specific. It's only one exit further to work each day so that's nothing.

Well, that's about it for now, but I certainly hope to provide more frequent updates.

Paris Takes a Shot at McCain

I thought this was really funny. And she is hot.