Fantasy Sports New York

Thursday King of the Court Pickup

👑 RULE THE COURT 👑 Step onto the pitch, bring your best game, and see if you have what it takes to finish the night on top! ⚽🔥 Session Overview ⏱️ Duration: 90 minutes of fast-paced, high-energy soccer 👥 Capacity: Limited to 24 players maximum The Format ⚡ Rapid Play: 8-minute games with continuous rotations 🏆 Two Fields: Champions League (Top Field) vs. Europa League (Contender Field) ⚖️ Balanced Competition: 6v6 setup with an on-site host to keep teams fair and matches competitive How to Join Bring a friend, grab your gear, and claim your crown! 🥇 Register here: [https://www.socceroof.com/en/book/club/crown-heights/activity/pick-up/](https://www.socceroof.com/en/book/club/crown-heights/activity/pick-up/) 🚨 IMPORTANT: ALL ATTENDEES MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE TO BE ADMITTED. NO WALK-INS ALLOWED.

The New York City Sci-Fi/Fantasy Meetup Group September Meetup

Please, répondez sil vous plaît (RSVP) whether you are joining or not. Come join [The New York City Sci-Fi/Fantasy MeetUp Group](https://www.meetup.com/scifi-22/), for some conversation, discussion, socializing and some fun. Share your affections, enthusiasms, interests and knowledge for Science Fiction and/or Fantasy, during [The New York City Sci-Fi/Fantasy MeetUp Group](https://www.meetup.com/scifi-22/)'s "[The New York City Sci-Fi/Fantasy MeetUp Group September MeetUp](https://www.meetup.com/scifi-22/events/315793540/)", on Wednesday 2 September 2026, at 6:30 PM. Join other like minded individuals in sharing our common affections, enthusiasms, interests and knowledge for Science Fiction and/or Fantasy, at [The New York City Sci-Fi/Fantasy MeetUp Group](https://www.meetup.com/scifi-22/)'s "[The New York City Sci-Fi/Fantasy MeetUp Group September MeetUp](https://www.meetup.com/scifi-22/events/315793540/)", on Third Tier/Uppermost/Second Floor, NOT the entresol/mezzanine level, seating area of [Food Gallery 32](https://www.foodgallery32nyc.com/). To possibly find [The New York City Sci-Fi/Fantasy MeetUp Group](https://www.meetup.com/scifi-22/), please, search for and seek out [The New York City Sci-Fi/Fantasy MeetUp Members](https://www.meetup.com/scifi-22/members/), on the Third Tier/Uppermost Level/Second Floor, NOT the entresol/mezzanine level, seating area of [Food Gallery 32](https://www.foodgallery32nyc.com/). There will likely be a paper sign reading, "[The New York City Sci-Fi/Fantasy MeetUp Group](https://www.meetup.com/scifi-22/)". To possibly recognize the [Assistant Organizer](https://www.meetup.com/members/73264/group/137667/) of [The New York City Sci-Fi/Fantasy MeetUp Group](https://www.meetup.com/scifi-22/) and the [MeetUp Event Host](https://www.meetup.com/members/73264/group/137667/) it is perhaps advisable to view their [MeetUp Member Profile picture](https://www.meetup.com/members/73264/group/137667/). Viewing [MeetUp Member Profile pictures](https://www.meetup.com/scifi-22/members/) of fellow [The New York City Sci-Fi/Fantasy MeetUp Members](https://www.meetup.com/scifi-22/members/) might be of some assistance as well. [Food Gallery 32](https://www.foodgallery32nyc.com/) is located at [11 West 32nd Street (Korea Way), between Fifth Avenue and Broadway, in KoreaTown, Manhattan](https://www.google.com/maps/place/11+W+32nd+St,+New+York,+NY+10001). And as [Food Gallery 32](https://www.foodgallery32nyc.com/) is a place of business and commerce, attendees are encouraged and requested to make some purchases from the [Vendors](https://www.foodgallery32nyc.com/about-3) in [Food Gallery 32](https://www.foodgallery32nyc.com/). PLEASE, BE ADVISED AND AWARE, AND NOTE ALL OF THE FOLLOWING: • Each and every individual attendee is fully culpable, fully liable and fully responsible, for themselves, regardless of anyone and everyone else. • Each and every individual attendee is fully culpable, fully liable and fully responsible for their own expenses and tabs, including, but not limited to all charges, all fees, all taxes, all tips and all gratuities. • Each and every individual attendee, either by merely RSVP (répondez sil vous plaît)ing, by merely attending or by merely joining, represents and affirms that they, are fully vaccinated, inoculated and immunized against COVID-19, have not tested positive for COVID-19 anytime within the past twenty-one (21) days, and are exercising and will exercise proper COVID-19 Pandemic precautionary, preventative and safety practices and measures. • Each and every individual attendee acknowledges and understands that if the weather, the day of, is inconducive to conducting activities or inclement, activities may be relocated, postponed and/or cancelled. Most sentient beings are invited and welcome to join and attend.

Lose in the final seconds

The Emperor's Soul by Brandon Sanderson *Bonus Book*

**Regarding location - Google will may say that the Hugh is closed, but it is not. We will meet inside the food court and there will be sign holders on the table with the book cover on it.** From Good Reads: A heretic thief is the empire’s only hope in this fascinating tale that inhabits the same world as the popular novel, *Elantris*. Shai is a Forger, a foreigner who can flawlessly copy and re-create any item by rewriting its history with skillful magic. Condemned to death after trying to steal the emperor’s scepter, she is given one opportunity to save herself. Though her skill as a Forger is considered an abomination by her captors, Shai will attempt to create a new soul for the emperor, who is almost dead. Probing deeply into his life, she discovers Emperor Ashravan’s truest nature—and the opportunity to exploit it. Her only possible ally is one who is truly loyal to the emperor, but councilor Gaotona must overcome his prejudices to understand that Shai’s forgery is as much artistry as it is deception. Brimming with magic and political intrigue, this deftly woven fantasy delves into the essence of a living spirit.

Week 13: pray for hammies

We had a great game yesterday, but PLEASE everyone stretch before running around. Hamstrings don't play. PayPal: [kpicinich@gmail.com](http://kpicinich@gmail.com/) Venmo: Kadi-Picinich (last four digits 6513) Zelle/CashApp: DM for details **Schedule & Location** ***When: Saturdays (April – September, weather permitting). Warm-ups @*** *3:40 PM **when possible, Game starts @** 4:00 PM. On time arrival allows us to get maximum game time in.* \*\*\ \*Where: **Central Park Great Lawn,** Field 7\*. Northern end of the Great Lawn, on the other side of the oval path that circles the main part of the Great Lawn. Enter at 86th Street. \*\*\ \*Post-Game drinks (most weeks):\*\ \*Craft and Carry (2nd Ave between 84th/85th) \*\*\* Weather: \*\*Check the hotline (212-628-1036 x111). I will do my best to keep everyone updated via email if weather looks iffy. I will cancel the event if the game is cancelled. \*\*\ \*Games will be cancelled \*\*if is (or “feels like”) 90°F+ or there are fewer than 18 RSVPs. **Fees & RSVPs** \*\*\* Cost: \*\*10/week (\*\*120 season cap **or $110 if you pay prior to the first game).** \*\*\ \*Payment: **electronic app of choice: Venmo, Paypal, Zelle, CashApp or cash at the game.** You must pay before you can play. \*\*\* Cancellations: **RSVP limit is 24. Please cancel by** 4 PM Friday \*\*if you are no longer able to attend. Regular late cancels or no-shows may result in removal from the league. If someone late cancels and you are moved off the wait list but can’t attend, it won’t be held against you. **Equipment & Gameplay** \*\*\*Gear: \*\*Wear sneakers/cleats. Bring a glove if you have one (limited extras available). Balls and bats provided, but feel free to bring your own bat if you prefer. \*\*\* Batting: \*\*batters start with a 0-0 count and we work with a 3 swing rule. If your third swing is a foul, you will be out even if it is not caught. If we happen to have an umpire, we will call standard balls and strikes \*\*\*Baserunning: \*\*No leads or stealing. Slide at your own risk (field conditions are not great for sliding). \*\*\* Field Rules: \*\*A ball will be considered DEAD if it is hits a tree, over a fence, behind the backstop, or long there is overthrow at 1B. Runners advance one base. A ball is LIVE if it hits the fence along 3B or if it is hit deep into the trees. \*\*\ \*Positions: \*\*Pitcher and Catcher will rotate unless someone wants to play that position the whole game

Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell by Susana Clarke (Part 2)

**Regarding location - Google will may say that the Hugh is closed, but it is not. We will meet inside the food court and there will be sign holders on the table with the book cover on it.** **For this meeting, we will be continuing our discussion from July. This time we will have completed Jonathan Strange & Mr. Norrell. In July, we had only read through the end of Volume 1.** From Good Reads: The year is 1806. England is beleaguered by the long war with Napoleon, and centuries have passed since practical magicians faded into the nation's past. But scholars of this glorious history discover that one remains: the reclusive Mr Norrell, whose displays of magic send a thrill through the country. Proceeding to London, he raises a beautiful woman from the dead and summons an army of ghostly ships to terrify the French. Yet the cautious, fussy Norrell is challenged by the emergence of another magician: the brilliant novice Jonathan Strange. Young, handsome and daring, Strange is the very antithesis of Norrell. So begins a dangerous battle between these two great men which overwhelms that between England and France. And their own obsessions and secret dabblings with the dark arts are going to cause more trouble than they can imagine.

BFC Saturday game 10:45 am TBC

**ARRIVE ON TIME. No shows will get you banned from the group.** ***Arrival after 11:00 will result two turns as goalkeeper per half.***

August of Soccer - One Session Tuesday 25th at 6:45 PM

NYCIF Cup Series - NYCIF World Cup 1 Day-Tournament

US Open Fan Week 🎾Qualifying Tournament!

On Thursday, August 27th, let’s see the US Open Qualifying Tournament! 🎾 Event is free. You’re welcome to join and leave whenever! Details on locations and times below: US Open Fan Week Thursday, August 27th 9:30am to 2pm Gates open at 10am Game starts at 11am Free, but need to get US Open Fan Access Pass USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center Courts 4 to 17 Flushing Meadows Corona Park Link to sign up for US Open Fan Access Pass [https://fanpass.usopen.org/](https://fanpass.usopen.org/) Of course, please reach out if you have any questions! The not so fun rule on RSVPs Please only RSVP if you think you can make it and adjust your RSVP asap if anything changes (as there are other people who would like your spot). Two no shows or cancellations within 6 hours results in a 4 month ban. I will send a reminder 24 hours in advance to the group Thanks and can't wait to see you!

WBURG | Multiple Courts/ Levels

**If you have any questions regarding sign-up or payment, please reach out to (929) 822-4960** Final registration must be completed at: [https://conquer.podplay.app/community/events?tag=Williamsburg](https://conquer.podplay.app/community/events?tag=Williamsburg) Players outside of MeetUp are signed up for the session! We have 3 courts at this location. Courts are broken down by level. \* There are players signing up for this game on other platforms, so you can ignore the attendee list here. Please be sure to reach out to the number above if you are interested in playing with us. **No shows will be removed from the group!**

WBURG | Multiple levels/ Courts

**If you have any questions regarding sign-up or payment, please reach out to (929) 822-4960** Final registration must be completed at: [https://conquer.podplay.app/community/events?tag=Williamsburg](https://conquer.podplay.app/community/events?tag=Williamsburg) Players outside of MeetUp are signed up for the session! We have 3 courts at this location. Courts are broken down by level. \* There are players signing up for this game on other platforms, so you can ignore the attendee list here. Please be sure to reach out to the number above if you are interested in playing with us. **No shows will be removed from the group!**