CrookedAnt

1. Its a close race in Europe, who do you think has the best team that will take the top spot in that conference? Whichever team plays the best, duh. 2. What team or player is your biggest rivalry? (to align with our theme week) Philly, cause I hate my own player. He's going to be a top dog in terms of scoring for the Franchise so that's good. 3. Are you doing any fantasy leagues recently? If so, how are you doing or how well did you do? Nah only sim leagues. I always break my phone, or lose it when I am in a fantasy league and give up on fantasy even though I'm generally winning. Just a string of bad luck happens to occur whenever I play Fantasy. 1. Do you enjoy the VHL, or any of it's counter leagues? 2. Do you have any hobbies outside this league? 3. When is the last time you touched grass?

Been focusing on loving life as I hit a bout of seasonal depression with the winter time coming. My playtime on the ice does not reflect who I am, and honestly I've been drinking mountain dew like a thirsty swamp monster, and pounding out mythic keystones in world of warcraft. It's taking a lot of motivation to work out when I just want to hit plus twenties with the boys, and game into the night chasing that high of getting better, and better gear, and better mechanical skill. Sure the fights are scripted, and if you know what you're doing they are cake, but the affixes, and random number generated luck add an element that makes it really satisfying to achieve that timed run for the upgraded keystone. It's been real hard to get in contact with our Philly Squad and practice. They practically have to pry me outta my chair. Not even sure if I'm going to end up making a pro team. I was drafted, but smashing mythics in world of warcraft is consuming me. 177 words

"Been just implanting myself in the city. It's crazy to be here. It's a trip really. My friend Ant Barkley on the Philladelphia Prowlers reached out, and we been just kicking it. Working on our respective crafts, but also just talking shit. Playing baseball, and doing Philly boy type shi out here. The city really embracing me, and I'm trying to make it work with my team. Unlike these other guys I don't really got a plan to hit the bigs right away. I don't see that as a urgency. I'm enjoying my team life, and just having fun. My boy Tony Silverstri wants me to come check out Charlotte, and I been thinking about taking a trip there. A P.J you know? Type shi.. I don't know. We just living life, eating right. Getting the mind right.. maybe someday I'll hit the bigs. Not really a priorty for me right now though. Just trying to get my focus right, and try to bring Philly a couple titles before anything else."

I don't know why you did this, but thank you for this. Very cool, and will use this.

Philly, Let's Ride. 2-0.

Different struggle, but didn't know my mental health was bad, like at all had no clue. Started the journey to bettering myself mentally two days ago really looking forward to the affects, and can already feel the boost from what I was prescribed.

"Hey guys. Kai here. It's getting pointed out on my story on insta that I am "flexing" my relationship with Minor League player Rake Hard, and that I know a "Phildelphia Prowler" in Ant Barkley. Now I don't do it to flex. These are my close personal homies. They may be hitting balls in the net, or at the park while I'm sliding on ice, aiming for nets- but we're all aiming to be respectable great at what we do. I'm trying to keep y'all involved with the daily vlogs, but this negativity seeping in, and invading my brain well it's just not welcomed, you know? These comments like "L+ratio" when my friends have a bad game, and they see it all over my story when trying to see what I'm up to.. it affects them. These are real people. Be aware of your favorite athlete's mental health, please." "That's really all I gotta say. My GM's are calling me telling me what's up with the reaper's, and the schedule for today. Gotta hit the ice. One love, stay solid, and don't fold on your dreams. Peace."

What is something you couldn't live without? Air What is one thing ritual you do before every game? Stuff with tha squad. What is your favourite pre-game meal? Chicken and rice If you had to play another sport what would you play? SBA already good friends with Ant Barkley What is your go to shoe when you're relaxing? Air Jordan 4's If you could put a team anywhere in the world where would it be? Portland, Oregon

Go for a walk in the park, or downtown. That's what I did to "fight my anxiety" but I never could manage to talk to people. I'm not that type of person offline. Easy things to do that don't cost much, disc golf doesn't cost anything to do, and tons of college kids are into it if you're somewhere in nature. Hiking, etc. All free. It's good for your mind to get out, and enjoy nature if possible. source: I spend all weekends inside cause I have no clue what to do cause I don't drive currently, and have zero hobbies besides gaming + sports leagues. It is affecting my quality of life tbh, but feels impossible to do stuff without a car.

The camera pans to Kai Bandz in his back yard. A lavish space with a pool, and a fountain for birds beside him sitting in a sunchair. "Yo it's Kai here. I got the opportunity from VHL to share a day in my life with you guys. I start out with my morning brew, right here." He lifts the cup, and shows the camera. "Something light from either the coffee shop, but most of the time I make it fresh here to save a buck. It doesn't taste as good, but as long as that caff's in my blood pumping me up.. I don't really care." He says before lifting the camera, and taking them inside to give them a preview. "Then I gotta get breakfast. This is a light day. The team's not practicing, but once I get the team's permission to film I'll show you all what Philly really gets into it, and how we get after it each day." "I crack some eggs, make an omelette with like sausage.. get the essential proteins. Some tomatos, some spinach.. something light in me. Maybe some toast make a sandwich outta the thing for some extra carbs, and protein to intake. Then after that.. I'mma hit the gym. Get some workouts in for the boys, and for myself. Keep myself sharp for the season. I gotta be strong, but light to get down that court, and score. A lot of y'all ain't seen what I'm like since the season hasn't started, and I'm telling you boys. I'mma make Philly the popping spot. People gonna be begging to join the cup winners. Especially after I secure this second cup, ya heard me? Now- let's get to making this breakfast, and we'll continue on with the rest of the day." (281 words)

1. Insert "I mean, It's Aight." meme. 2. They have Anty, Lemorse, and Piffer. That's a movie. 3. Las Vegas if Shindigs was GM. 4. Probably pretty cool idea, I don't know much tbh. Elias the goat? 5. I wanna say me, but Idk bruv. Elias. 6. I don't watch NHL, go Philly.

Welcome, and I second joining Philly cause we are lit

What is something you couldn't live without? I can live without it, but without internet is a pretty miserable, and lifeless experience. Everything is dependent on technology these days, and yes it's bad for us, but it's just how we are now. I feel mentally not the same without tech. What is one thing ritual you do before every game? Take care of business. Lock in. Tell the family don't call, I'm pucking. What is your favourite pre-game meal? General Tsao's chicken, and a 12 pack of beer. Allegedly. If you had to play another sport what would you play? Basketball. What is your go to shoe when you're relaxing? Jordan 4's. If you could put a team anywhere in the world where would it be? Portland, Oregon.

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