And while good sportsmanship has prevented me thus far from cheering too loudly for the good guys from the Little Apple (another Twager, alas, wasn't in the cards for basketball season), I think now is a good time to raise a toast to the success of Frank Martin and his team for a remarkable season.
The Wildcats, currently ranked #6 in both polls, are having their best season since... ever ... and are considered to be a real contender for a Final Four spot come tourney time.
They have absolutely exceeded my expectations this year (duh). I took a wait and see attitude a few years ago when Bob Huggins pissed in my Post Toasties and the recent success of the team has been a bright spot for college athletics in this state.
So sure, let's raise a glass to Frank Martin for a job well done.
But the question is, a glass of what? Such accomplishments demand something special, something tailored to the occasion, something representative of the achievements to which we are toasting.
So, I submit to you a new cocktail: The Frank Martini
The Frank Martini3 Part(s) Vodka
1 Splash Chambord Raspberry Liquor
1 Splash Sweet & Sour Mix
1 Drop(s) Lemon Juice
1 Dash(es) Extra Dry Vermouth
Add all ingredients into a martini shaker filled with ice. Shake and strain into 2 well chilled martini glasses.
Be sure to drink it with a glare in your eye...
tagged: sports, basketball, NCAA, Frank Martin, K-State, Wildcats, alcohol, Martini
Actually, I'd prefer it if you just whispered the word "vermouth," over the glass.
ReplyDeleteObviously, K-State is back. I'm not look forward to our trip to Manhattan this week.
Cheers.