***Spot the Ball - Qualifying Rounds - RESULTS***

RalphCoatesComb · Post by **RalphCoatesComb** » Mon Nov 20, 2017 10:17 am

Final Qualifying Round starts here

This Round closes at 18.00 (Or 6pm) Friday 25th November

Selections need to be made by Text to 07950-369030 or via e-mail to ralphcoatescomb at aol dot com

This has proved to be an effective method and makes Spot's life a lot easier. He has even topped up the credit on his "Burner Phone"

Anyone not willing to send selections through in this manner must wait until 17.00 (or 5pm) Friday 24th

Firstly, current Group standings:

Now, the images:

Image A

Image B

Image C

Image D

Image E

Image F

Image G

Funkydrummer · Post by **Funkydrummer** » Mon Nov 20, 2017 10:33 am

B and D are the same photograph me thinks !

CnBtruntru · Post by **CnBtruntru** » Mon Nov 20, 2017 10:51 am

Funkydrummer wrote:B and D are the same photograph me thinks !

I was just going to write the same, maybe he is giving us who are not very good at this a chance to Spot the Ball

RalphCoatesComb · Post by **RalphCoatesComb** » Mon Nov 20, 2017 10:51 am

Oooops ! Well SPOTTED !!!!

Fixed now, I hope

Wile E Coyote · Post by **Wile E Coyote** » Mon Nov 20, 2017 11:47 am

a-2
b-4
c-5
d-6
e-2
f-4
g-6

RalphCoatesComb · Post by **RalphCoatesComb** » Mon Nov 20, 2017 11:59 am

Wile E Coyote wrote:a-2
b-4
c-5
d-6
e-2
f-4
g-6

Good try. Read the instructions please

RalphCoatesComb · Post by **RalphCoatesComb** » Tue Nov 21, 2017 6:43 am

Final Qualifying Round... entries by 6pm Friday

RalphCoatesComb · Post by **RalphCoatesComb** » Tue Nov 21, 2017 8:16 am

Latest Odds from Dodgy Dave in Lower Darwen

Buxton 1/2
Dazzler 10/11
Steve_f 15/8
Wexford 5/2
Funky Drummer 5/2
ClaretBurns 7/2
Cowick 5/1
ClaretCanada 11/2

7/1 Bar

leedsdave · Post by **leedsdave** » Tue Nov 21, 2017 11:16 am

Since last week's recipe method didn't bear much fruit this week will be different.

1. Select seven numbers randomly between 1 & 6 and write each on a separate piece of paper.
2. Place pieces of paper on table face down.
3. Shuffle said pieces of paper around with eyes closed.
4. Line up papers in a row whilst face down.
5. Turn over said pieces of paper from left to right.
6. Record the resulting seven numbers L - R against letters A to G respectively.
7. Pray for luck.

Buxtonclaret · Post by **Buxtonclaret** » Tue Nov 21, 2017 11:29 am

It's the future, Dave.

RalphCoatesComb · Post by **RalphCoatesComb** » Tue Nov 21, 2017 12:28 pm

leedsdave wrote:Since last week's recipe method didn't bear much fruit this week will be different.

1. Select seven numbers randomly between 1 & 6 and write each on a separate piece of paper.
2. Place pieces of paper on table face down.
3. Shuffle said pieces of paper around with eyes closed.
4. Line up papers in a row whilst face down.
5. Turn over said pieces of paper from left to right.
6. Record the resulting seven numbers L - R against letters A to G respectively.
7. Pray for luck.

You may want to invest in a pair of Buxton's 3-D glasses

CnBtruntru · Post by **CnBtruntru** » Tue Nov 21, 2017 1:40 pm

leedsdave wrote:Since last week's recipe method didn't bear much fruit this week will be different.

1. Select seven numbers randomly between 1 & 6 and write each on a separate piece of paper.
2. Place pieces of paper on table face down.
3. Shuffle said pieces of paper around with eyes closed.
4. Line up papers in a row whilst face down.
5. Turn over said pieces of paper from left to right.
6. Record the resulting seven numbers L - R against letters A to G respectively.
7. Pray for luck.

1. Look at all pictures, pick where you think the ball is then pick the number furthest away

South West Claret. · Post by **South West Claret.** » Tue Nov 21, 2017 3:50 pm

Ralph has this seasons format changed to make it easier for you to operate? (which I appreciate).

I only ask as I find this seasons format not as good.

wilks_bfc · Post by **wilks_bfc** » Tue Nov 21, 2017 3:55 pm

I’ll be sticking with the ERM (Excel Randomisation Method) system that that Lifted me to top spot last week

RalphCoatesComb · Post by **RalphCoatesComb** » Tue Nov 21, 2017 4:39 pm

South West Claret. wrote:Ralph has this seasons format changed to make it easier for you to operate? (which I appreciate).

I only ask as I find this seasons format not as good.

It does make it easier for Spot but, good news (if you get through to the next Round) for the remainder of the Competition, we will be reverting to the GRID method... it's similar to the Rhythm method but different

RalphCoatesComb · Post by **RalphCoatesComb** » Tue Nov 21, 2017 4:41 pm

wilks_bfc wrote:I’ll be sticking with the ERM (Excel Randomisation Method) system that that Lifted me to top spot last week

And, for the HOME game versus the Gooners, I will be sticking to my trusted Steak pudding, chips, peas and gravy from the Park View Chippy

MrTopTier · Post by **MrTopTier** » Tue Nov 21, 2017 5:38 pm

Image A - has the ball in view without a number on it.

South West Claret. · Post by **South West Claret.** » Tue Nov 21, 2017 6:34 pm

Thanks Ralph

RalphCoatesComb · Post by **RalphCoatesComb** » Tue Nov 21, 2017 6:37 pm

MrTopTier wrote:Image A - has the ball in view without a number on it.

And on images B and F

SPOT !!!!

You're FIRED again !!!

RalphCoatesComb · Post by **RalphCoatesComb** » Wed Nov 22, 2017 7:09 am

There's been some strange movement in the betting.

If I didn't know better, I would suspect "Insider Trading"

S-P-O-T !!! What you been telling that Collie bitch?!

wilks_bfc · Post by **wilks_bfc** » Wed Nov 22, 2017 12:47 pm

Think I need a new PC

After starting the process earlier this morning, it has finally completed the ERM calculations and submitted the results via email

California Colner · Post by **California Colner** » Wed Nov 22, 2017 6:01 pm

A5
B3
C1
D5
E6
F3
G6

Dazzler · Post by **Dazzler** » Wed Nov 22, 2017 7:27 pm

Exciting battle for 2nd place in group G.

RalphCoatesComb · Post by **RalphCoatesComb** » Wed Nov 22, 2017 11:59 pm

California Colner wrote:A5
B3
C1
D5
E6
F3
G6

Please read the rules

RalphCoatesComb · Post by **RalphCoatesComb** » Thu Nov 23, 2017 8:32 am

It's safe to say that things are getting very tight in some Groups.

See the other thread re The Associate Members Cup... for those who don't make it through to the Last 16 in the F.A. Cup

As it says there... just an idea at this stage

bobinho · Post by **bobinho** » Thu Nov 23, 2017 10:45 am

Entry sent...... I think.

RalphCoatesComb · Post by **RalphCoatesComb** » Thu Nov 23, 2017 10:48 am

bobinho wrote:Entry sent...... I think.

Entry received.... I think

bobinho · Post by **bobinho** » Thu Nov 23, 2017 10:50 am

Cheers Ralph. Loving this feature, cheers for doing it.

RalphCoatesComb · Post by **RalphCoatesComb** » Thu Nov 23, 2017 10:51 am

bobinho wrote:Cheers Ralph. Loving this feature, cheers for doing it.

Thank Spot. He's the one who does the work

bobinho · Post by **bobinho** » Thu Nov 23, 2017 5:44 pm

Ok.

Cheers Spot. Loving this feature, cheers for doing it.

RalphCoatesComb · Post by **RalphCoatesComb** » Thu Nov 23, 2017 5:46 pm

RalphCoatesComb · Post by **RalphCoatesComb** » Fri Nov 24, 2017 10:51 am

RalphCoatesComb · Post by **RalphCoatesComb** » Fri Nov 24, 2017 1:43 pm

Just a little over 4 hours to go before we find out who goes through to the knock-out stages

Still lots to play for.

Don't forget, elimination today isn't a total loss, the "Dog's Bowl", AKA the "Associate Members Cup" is coming soon.

CnBtruntru · Post by **CnBtruntru** » Fri Nov 24, 2017 1:56 pm

Could have also called it the "Dog's Boll*x Cup", as I have always noticed dog's look in heaven when they are licking them, well either them or there backsides, anyway at least we will get to fight another day, Aaargh me hearties

South West Claret. · Post by **South West Claret.** » Fri Nov 24, 2017 3:15 pm

A-6.
B-2.
C-1.
D-2.
E-2.
F-6.
G-6.

RalphCoatesComb · Post by **RalphCoatesComb** » Fri Nov 24, 2017 4:47 pm

We're approaching the final hour... Sounds like the Black Friday Sales !

gawthorpe_view · Post by **gawthorpe_view** » Fri Nov 24, 2017 4:59 pm

A-5
B-6
C-1
D-5
E-6
F-6
G-4

JohnMac · Post by **JohnMac** » Fri Nov 24, 2017 5:18 pm

Be as soon as I can, we have just got home from eastern Europe.

Well Boston really, it's the same but without having to worry about getting some Euros!

claretburns · Post by **claretburns** » Fri Nov 24, 2017 5:30 pm

A5
B6
C3
D2
E1
F2
G2

Bin Ont Turf · Post by **Bin Ont Turf** » Fri Nov 24, 2017 5:42 pm

A 2
B 6
C 5
D 6
E 1
F 5
G 3

Dazzler · Post by **Dazzler** » Fri Nov 24, 2017 5:43 pm

JohnMac wrote:Be as soon as I can, we have just got home from eastern Europe.

Well Boston really, it's the same but without having to worry about getting some Euros!

What a lame excuse...especially coming from a former Army chap.

As we used to say..Excuses are for wimps.

JohnMac · Post by **JohnMac** » Fri Nov 24, 2017 5:44 pm

A3
B4
C3
D5
E3
F2
G5

claretdavid · Post by **claretdavid** » Fri Nov 24, 2017 5:47 pm

A 2
B 4
C 1
D 2
E 3
F 1
G 3

thedoge · Post by **thedoge** » Fri Nov 24, 2017 5:47 pm

A 5
B 6
C 2
D 3
E 3
F 6
G 2

Wexford_Claret · Post by **Wexford_Claret** » Fri Nov 24, 2017 5:51 pm

A 2
B 6
C 2
D 5
E 4
F 2
G 3

Dazzler · Post by **Dazzler** » Fri Nov 24, 2017 5:59 pm

Is that it Ralph,,,all in?

Unbelievable tension here

RalphCoatesComb · Post by **RalphCoatesComb** » Fri Nov 24, 2017 6:00 pm

Dazzler wrote:Is that it Ralph,,,all in?

Unbelievable tension here

Just a couple of stragglers struggling to make it through the snow !

Dazzler · Post by **Dazzler** » Fri Nov 24, 2017 6:04 pm

No excuse whatsover...I once did my picks in a pub in cockermouth.

Get tough Ralph

CnBtruntru · Post by **CnBtruntru** » Fri Nov 24, 2017 6:07 pm

Are we there yet? Are we there yet? Are we there yet? Are we there yet? Are we there yet? Are we there yet?

I once did my picks in a pub in cockermouth. Is that the words to a ditty?

RalphCoatesComb · Post by **RalphCoatesComb** » Fri Nov 24, 2017 6:08 pm

Dazzler wrote:No excuse whatsover...I once did my picks in a pub in cockermouth.

Get tough Ralph

It's not me that needs to get tough.

"S-P-O-T !!! Get y' arse in here. Never mind, you want to make a snowdog, Dazzler says you have to get tough !!!"