You would be hard-pressed to find two larger egos dwelling in the same household than Steve and Grant Shaffer. Especially when you're talkin' basketball.
When the church 2-on-2 tourney was announced, they couldn't wait! Let the smack-talking commence! Of course they whined a little along the way about not getting to pick their own teammates, but they eventually accepted the risk. And it worked out pretty well for them both.
As it turns out, they faced each other 3 times that day. I can't exactly say I was torn about which one to cheer for. I cheered for Shaf not to hurt himself, but I cheered for Grant to win. It's just not in a mother's heart to root against her own flesh and blood.
Grant & teammate, Ryan, were undefeated...until the "Finals" when they went up against Shaf and Boeve whose only previous loss was to Grant & Ryan. The old guys pulled that one out, necessitating a FINAL Final game.
The Young Men walked away with the victory, but the Old Guys managed to stay upright (mostly) and avoid serious injury. That's no small task.
Shaf demanded that I include this stat: Shaf & Boeve combined for 98 years to Grant & Ryan's 46. Apparently youth trumps experience.
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