When the 2017 year began, there was one F3 AO in Briar Chapel that averaged single digit numbers. As the 2017 year comes to a close, there are six strong AOs. In other words, the growth has been phenomenal.

Yet the workouts themselves haven’t even been the best part. Rather, it’s been the strengthening bond within the growing group, and the resulting 2nd F and 3rd F events, that have made 2017 so memorable.

This is all worthy of celebration. The PAX couldn’t conclude this year of spectacular workouts, camaraderie and growth with an ordinary 2nd F. Rather, the PAX needed something that spoke to the accomplishments of 2017. The PAX needed something that combined their love of guys-only mumblechatter with their inability to take themselves too seriously. The PAX needed something that screamed C-S-A-U-P. Thus, the idea of the year-end banquet was born.

WARMUP

* Mumblechatter with provided food and beverage of choice

THE MAIN EVENT

Video Presentation (see above)
Capturing some of the highlights from the year

Award Ceremony
(Disclaimer: Awards, which were created and chosen by a private committee, were not in any way based on physical ability and/or performance. Each winner received a shovel flag ‘trophy.’)

Take My Breath Away Award: Bunyan
Al Roker Award: Duplo
Purple Heart Award: Fat Cat
Bruce Banner Award: Rambler
Oops, I Did It Again Award: Link
Most Accurate Nickname Award: RG3
Magnum PI Award: Skynyrd
Phil Knight Award: Stickman
Shake & Bake Award: Chum, Closer
William Wallace Award: Goat Cheese
Count von Count Award: John-Boy
Mr. Manners Award: Mothman
Best Nickname Award: Stinky Pete, Sussudio

COT

Great food, great laughs, great company. It was a terrific night. Thanks to all for attending and for being a part of F3 in 2017.

The success and growth is a testament to a group of guys who are committed to all three Fs. This community is undoubtedly better off because of their presence and maturation as leaders.

On to 2018 …