Pohang's second team, the Hangovers, is very much a new addition to the Korean frisbee scene in 2012. But do not let their slightly ambiguous title fool you. They are in no way a second rate team; the Hangovers may be serious about the art of a good party but they are even more serious about the ultimates of frisbee.
Consisting of 12 superb human beings, 11 of whom had never seen a frisbee until very recently, the Hangovers are a severely slick unit, ready to take on the most dangerously deft of teams. Fresh from their orientation tour of Las Vegas (the legendary Bukbu Beach motel), the members returned to practices last week generally unscathed and with renewed energy except for a few missing teeth, some frightening photos and the addition of a giant Bengal tiger to the mix.
Daniel Boyle: Affectionately known as the "Boyler Maker", he is the only member of the team to have ever held, thrown, caught or heard of a frisbee before this summer. He is, what you'd call, a patient captain.
Chris Kuisle: A master of all trades, Kuisle turned down the opportunity of lead role in a sold-out tour with Korea's renowned cast of Shakespeare's "Hamlet" in order to stay true to his Hangovers commitment. Bravo!
Patrick O'Malley: Veritably untouchable on the field, he is that fast, O'Malley can run forever. He is known to takes short 'naps' on the middle of the dance floor some nights to accumulate extra energy for frisbee matches the next day.
Oliver Von Votteler: Despite his adept motions and fine frisbee form, Oli is an absolute charmer on and off the field, where he has ladies swooning at every word. He could prove to be one of the Hangovers' greatest weapons this season.
Kerry "Dinosaur" Dandie: Dandie, an avid team player, is infamous in frisbee practice circles for bringing entire matches to a standstill with her terrifying 'dinosaur' hands. She insists they are a purely natural reactional gesture when she is under pressure from the opposing team.
Tiffany Alston: Ms. Alston may initially come across as a somewhat timid soul. But be warned, she can be extremely agressive when it comes to defending her territory. Being one of the taller members on the team, she has no problem reaching over, under and through the opposition.
Michael David Atkins: Always to be called by his full name, Michael David Atkins has added ultimate frisbee to his extensive list of extra-curricular activities. They now total 40 different sporting disciplines. He assures us that frisbee is fast moving to the number one spot.
Siobhan Davey: Ms. Davey is a very important member of the team. Sadly, no one can really understand her because she speaks faster than any other human being alive. Fortunately, not too much actual day-to-day conversation takes place during play time.
Forrest Walker: After replacing his two front teeth (there was a rather unfortunate event at the Las Vegas orientation), Walker has regained his Captain America status; tall, blond, strong and fierce on the frisbee field.
Philippa "McEnroe" Francis: Her expletive-ridden rants to herself have gone down in Pohang lore for their sheer creativity. Her trademark move is to swear extensively at the opposing team whilst throwing the frisbee to no one in particular. Watch out though. A team member almost always catches the disc. And scores.
Stephanie Bracken: Bracken loves two things; food and frisbee. If she is not talking about the one, she's most definitely talking about the other. Not a bad sign.
Nick Maffeo: Maffay-yoyo is the mystery member of the Hangovers side. Sometimes you seem him, sometimes you don't. But apparently he has hired a personal technical trainer. We're expecting some explosive frisbee form come the start of the league.
The Hangovers' goals:
To win occasionally, of course.
To improve in skill and understanding of the game.
To make some fantastic new mates.
And always to 'hang' in true Korean east coast style.
Important stats:
Losses: 0
The Hangovers start the season forever undefeated, a most admirable achievement.
