***Official Players Ball Thread ? Thank you?s & Reviews (PICS)**

[D-Money]

Huge thanks to all of the sponsors for helping the Players Ball pull off 2 outstanding events, back to back nights during Internext. I'd like to thank first the official sponsor list for the 2007 Internext Players Balls, you all made this happen:

PussyCash & SexSearch as the main sponsors

CECASH, XRATEDBUCKS & KBEECHCONTENT as the 2nd level main sponsors

The Big Woody Awards sponsored by ImLive

Go Go Dancers were sponsored by CECASH (best Go Go dancers ever at a webmaster party)

Our co-sponsors are:
LegendaryLars, WebmasterCentral, Phatservers, OC3networks, Xflix, InterClimax, AVNonline, NaughtyBank, CapitalBucks, Adult.com and Intabill.

OK, and now my own review, then I?d like to hear about your experiences.

Every year, I set a goal. How can I top the Snoop Dogg Players Ball back in 2001? This is the 9th year we?ve been doing Players Balls, we have done 11 Vegas Players Balls that cater to Internext/IA2000 since the beginning. I?ve had the honor to work with most of my favorite artists of all time, which most people will never get the opportunity to do in a lifetime. Some of the biggest names that come to mind off the top of my head are:

Snoop Dogg, Cypress Hill, Xzibit, Naughty By Nature, Digital Underground, Too $hort, Slick Rick, Doug E Fresh, former Sublime members group Long Beach Dub Allstars and now Ice Cube.


So did I reach my goal of topping the Snoop Dogg Players Ball? Yes I did. I?ve decided that I can never top something when reaching a certain level, every party takes own it?s own identity and makes it difficult to say when it?s better, but I can say this party was on that same level as the Snoop Dogg Players Ball. In many ways it?s better being that this venue is more intimate and designed for the VIP?s.


It all starts with the venue. We?ve found a Players Ball home in Vegas, Empire Ballroom. Last year they did a great job including letting people into the venue as fast as possible. This past week, I threw 3 Players Balls there, 2 for Internext and 1 for AEE. Each night, the venue was perfect. No lines, perfect VIP hosts and security guys. This was an issue we have had for years before Empire Ballroom, problem has been solved. We didn?t even need a VIP line because we didn?t have a line at all. Everyone got the quick VIP entrance.



Players Ball 1 ? AEE Show on January 12th

The most packed out of all 3 nights, about 2000 people in attendance. The crowd was a nice mix of adult video companies, pornstars and celebs. XFANZ co-produced this event with me and they did an excellent job. Too $hort performed with DJ Evan, hotties were on the stage riding the stripper pole and even Chuck Liddell was my personal guest sitting our VIP area, so I let him touch my dick, we gave him a Big Woody Award. The crowd went nuts! DJ Evan (from XVN and XPAYS) totally held it down all night and even YTCracker came out to perform his new internet hit single.



Players Ball 2 ? First night of Internext

Had a great turn out, Too $hort kicked ass! CECASH played their new Too $hort promo right before Too $hort hit the stage, the crowd loved it. Big Woody?s were in effect, Raven Riley got the big dick alright. Go Go dancers really shined, they were all dime pieces. Everyone got inside fast and easy, VIP area was truly a VIP area. DJ Evan was the backbone of the party, played a range of classic hip hop, dancehall reggae, west coast hip hop and trance. Again, the Go Go dancers made the music even better.



Players Ball 3 ? Second night of Internext

Ice Cube came out fired up and kept our crowd into his performance for over an hour! Steve Lightspeed, Lensman, PussyCash, MPA3 and Lars all won Big Woody Awards. Eddy P from the Bay and Stacee Adamz opened up for Ice Cube, nice blend of west coast rap. One day you will all hear of them, especially Stacee Adamz. Then again, most of you didn?t know Xzibit when we had him perform. DJ Evan was hot again, but man, Ice Cube made a special set list just for the Players Ball.

Again, everything went pretty smooth with the admission into the party, the service was great, the security was on it, the venue had a warmth and cool vibe. I couldn?t ask for a better 3 nights of Players Balls. Will I ever do 3 of them again within the same week? Probably not.

Ice Cube really had a great time and told my agent that he wants to do more of these Players Balls for us. They even called the next day to thank us again. Cube doesn?t need to take private shows like this, but he chose to do this at a great price and we didn?t let him down. He told me back stage he?s been hearing about our Ball for a while know. He said that Snoop and Short talk about it all the time with him, so he was excited to come out.

To my pimp partner and brother, KB, damn cuz, you looked good and held it down again. Thanks for all the support and efforts in getting people their VIP passes. Most of all thanks for sharing in the excitement through the whole thing.

To my other brotha from anotha mutha, J$tyle$ - You always got my back at these Players Balls and at times it can really save my ass. Not only did you come back on stage to make the difference, you handled some of the behind the scenes issues.

AaronM, J$tyle$ and everyone else that had a camera, thank you for documenting history. When the night is over, all you have are memories, pics and videos. Now these Players Balls will live on the web forever.
Alien, thanks for the years of great design work, the Players Ball logo got some serious views over the past week. Always appreciated.
The Gnomes, thanks for also having my back every year.
AVN Online ? Yeah sure, why not. Thanks for making the Players Ball feel welcome at Internext this year. What a difference a year makes huh?

FM ? Every year you come through for the Players Ball, every year we have fun doing it. And thanks for helping pave the way for the rest of my sponsors. CECASH is back on top again and the Too $hort promo is sick!
XFANZ ? I enjoyed blowing up the AEE with you! The hype and promotional support, red carpet, the press and the whole XFANZ team was great!


I have many others to thank but this last one is my biggest thank you?


DJ EVAN ? You played for over 10 hours, 3 nights within 5 days. You flew to Vegas and back, then Vegas and back. The crowd loved the music all 3 nights! This is one of the things that can make or break an event like the Players Ball and every time you come and bring your best sets. I couldn?t be as comfortable with KB on that stage without my own personal DJ. You?ve had the chance to work with the biggest names in rap over the years and your just a webmaster business man first (XVN & XPAYS). I know you put lot?s of effort both physically and financially into making sure these webmasters have a great experience. And those Go Go dancers made you look like Funk Master Flexowitz. Even though you get treated like the offensive lineman, we all dance to your beat.

Normally I don?t post this long and I hardly ever start big thank you threads after shows. But after 9 years of organizing and hustling up the money to do these Players Balls, I figured it?s time I show some serious love to everyone who makes this event happen. GFY has always been the most valuable promotional tool for me when I need to get the Players Ball hype going, thanks GFY!

OK, let?s see some pics and let?s hear about your Players Ball experience. Was the Ice Cube night as insane as I think it was? Did it really happen?

[munki]

Great parties both nights...

[Mr.Right - Banned For Life]

I cant see any pics

[J.P.]

Where are the pics?

[martinsc]

yup, no pics

[Anthony]

Of all the Player's Balls, Tuesday's with Ice Cube has been the best.

I even forgot about receiving a woody this year, I was having such a great time chilling at Phatserver's VIP table.

[glad2beme]

yeah, pics man!

[D-Money]

Originally Posted by Anthony

Of all the Player's Balls, Tuesday's with Ice Cube has been the best.

I even forgot about receiving a woody this year, I was having such a great time chilling at Phatserver's VIP table.

I had your Woody ready to go. The issue was getting Cube on the stage at midnight, so I ran out of time.

OK, let's see some pics. I have the best video production from the evening, I'll post some clips later.

[Halcyon]

I was able to hit 2 out of 3. Attending was exhausting, I can't imagine what it must have taken to put together.

HUGE PROPS to you D$!

And an extra special thanks to CECash who brought out the most amazing go-go dancers I've ever seen.

[boneprone]

Great Players Ball. One of the best in memory!

Nice work D$..... Got a shit load of pics..

Ill get em up soon!








Too Short

[baddog]

I had a great time, with special thanks to CECash and OC3Networks for giving an old man a place to sit down for a few minutes.

[D-Money]

Originally Posted by Halcyon

I was able to hit 2 out of 3. Attending was exhausting, I can't imagine what it must have taken to put together.

HUGE PROPS to you D$!

And an extra special thanks to CECash who brought out the most amazing go-go dancers I've ever seen.

Thanks bro. I wanted to see if I can do 3 Players Balls instead of 1, my little experiment. The planning of it wasn't the hard part, it's the execution of all 3 that beats my ass. Lot's of behind the scenes work that needs to get done.

Mission accomplished. But I won't do 3 again in such a close time period. I need to sleep for a week and I'll be OK.

[boneprone]

My big thanks goes to my Family at Adult Friend Finder for takin care of me both nights at the Players Ball..

They made this Ball the best for me this year.

I just wish I was able to follow Sagi to the Back to meet Cube.. I was with em walking back there all the way till the end.



But right before getting in the room, All the big angry Negros scared me away, Sagi had enough to drink he wasnt scared. He went in met Cube, I went and sat By Aria instead!



She protected me.

[D-Money]

Thanks for the pics Boneprone.

Post more as you get them.

That FM one cracks me up.

[Mr. Romance]

You are a genius D-Money!


Mr. Romance

[Anthony]

Originally Posted by D-Money

I had your Woody ready to go. The issue was getting Cube on the stage at midnight, so I ran out of time.

OK, let's see some pics. I have the best video production from the evening, I'll post some clips later.

I am a patient man my homie

I've already waited all this time, what's another year?! It gives me something to look forward too.

First and foremost, a fucking kick ass Player's Ball, and GODDAMN did you make both nights memorable!

[D-Money]

Originally Posted by Anthony

I am a patient man my homie

I've already waited all this time, what's another year?! It gives me something to look forward too.

First and foremost, a fucking kick ass Player's Ball, and GODDAMN did you make both nights memorable!

You never know, I might just kick it up a notch this year at some other trade shows. More Wood!

[boneprone]

Big thanks to AFF and Lars for the VIP Booth....

[boneprone]

YOu guys did a great job up there

[boneprone]

Too short night was AWSOME as well.

[sicone]

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[Himuro]

nice pics and review, thanks for sharing

[JFK]

The F.U.B.A.R. Pics form all 3 nights will be up later.........probably late sat or sunday. Thanks for having me there D$

[D-Money]

Originally Posted by JFK

The F.U.B.A.R. Pics form all 3 nights will be up later.........probably late sat or sunday. Thanks for having me there D$

I can't believe you came that first night, that was awesome seeing you there. I was surprised we had so many webmasters there on the 12th.

Man, can't wait to see if you got Chuck Liddell holding his Woody.

[JFK]

Originally Posted by D-Money

I can't believe you came that first night, that was awesome seeing you there. I was surprised we had so many webmasters there on the 12th.

Man, can't wait to see if you got Chuck Liddell holding his Woody.

I landed around midnight and came straight over I do belive I have the pic you are speaking of

[XPays]

Originally Posted by D-Money

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DJ EVAN ? You played for over 10 hours, 3 nights within 5 days. You flew to Vegas and back, then Vegas and back. The crowd loved the music all 3 nights! This is one of the things that can make or break an event like the Players Ball and every time you come and bring your best sets. I couldn?t be as comfortable with KB on that stage without my own personal DJ. You?ve had the chance to work with the biggest names in rap over the years and your just a webmaster business man first (XVN & XPAYS). I know you put lot?s of effort both physically and financially into making sure these webmasters have a great experience. And those Go Go dancers made you look like Funk Master Flexowitz. Even though you get treated like the offensive lineman, we all dance to your beat....

Ha! Good one on the offensive lineman quote D and you know there is nowhere else I'd rather be than holding it down for The Players Ball! Ever since that night with Snoop when c2k was playing lame techno prior to the artists, and I suggested that we control the music from then on- you gave the greenlight and for that I am very appreciative. Btw, it's easy to look good when you surround me with hotties who don't stop grinding. Head's were bobbing and that is the bottom line from where I sit .

Also, people who are getting the great pics out- don't forget to credit ThePlayersBall.com alongside your own watermark ;-)

Being tied to the turntables- I did not get to say hello to some of you. Boneprone and Anthony and Sicone- sorry I did not get to chill for minute with you all.

lastly, Players Ball Main Sponsors- CE and Pussycash - THANK YOU - You are the support that makes great nights and memories happen.

[D-Money]

Originally Posted by XPays

lastly, Players Ball Main Sponsors- CE and Pussycash - THANK YOU - You are the support that makes great nights and memories happen.

Don't forget SexSearch as a main sponsor too!

I love the whole sponsor line up this year, everyone was a pleasure to work with and EVERY sponsor paid, keeping things less stressful. (Dirty Danza, glad you had a good time at this one, maybe one day I'll at least collect a dollar from that $5k you still haven't paid me for from 2 years ago)

[J$tyle$]

Originally Posted by D-Money

...

To my other brotha from anotha mutha, J$tyle$ - You always got my back at these Players Balls and at times it can really save my ass. Not only did you come back on stage to make the difference, you handled some of the behind the scenes issues.

AaronM, J$tyle$ and everyone else that had a camera, thank you for documenting history. When the night is over, all you have are memories, pics and videos. Now these Players Balls will live on the web forever.

.....

FM ? Every year you come through for the Players Ball, every year we have fun doing it. And thanks for helping pave the way for the rest of my sponsors. CECASH is back on top again and the Too $hort promo is sick!
XFANZ ? I enjoyed blowing up the AEE with you! The hype and promotional support, red carpet, the press and the whole XFANZ team was great!


I have many others to thank but this last one is my biggest thank you?


DJ EVAN ? You played for over 10 hours, 3 nights within 5 days. You flew to Vegas and back, then Vegas and back. The crowd loved the music all 3 nights! This is one of the things that can make or break an event like the Players Ball and every time you come and bring your best sets. I couldn?t be as comfortable with KB on that stage without my own personal DJ. You?ve had the chance to work with the biggest names in rap over the years and your just a webmaster business man first (XVN & XPAYS). I know you put lot?s of effort both physically and financially into making sure these webmasters have a great experience. And those Go Go dancers made you look like Funk Master Flexowitz. Even though you get treated like the offensive lineman, we all dance to your beat.

D$, It was a fuckin' pleasure to be back on stage and pull some strings from behind the scenes, my brotha! Can't wait to do it again and AGAIN

ICE CUBE turned that mutha fucka out!

Other than all the biz I got done - The Player's Ball THAT NIGHT was the highlight of my trip!



Of course that couldn't have happened without the generosity of all the sponsors, so props to ALL OF THEM and a special thanks to CE CASH 2.0 and FM personally for the continued support. The old school is back and on the attack!



DJ Evan, my friend - you are a MACHINE! The place was bumpin' all 3 nights and asses were shakin' from left to right!

YAYEEE YAYEEE!!!

[Waveu6410]

Post some pics with some chicks! I'm tired of seeing nothing but fucking dudes at these events. Especially that creepy piece of shit Lars!

[boneprone]

Was anyone else really into this GoGo Dancer??

She was the hottest lil thing that night

[boneprone]

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[boneprone]

Pre Players Ball activity.



Getting ready for the Bukkake Party.

[TheAmericanCannibal]

BP-

Her name is Nikita and Iam taking her out tonight
:-))

Pimp Pimp Hooray!!

Great seeing you.


KB

[J$tyle$]

Originally Posted by boneprone

Was anyone else really into this GoGo Dancer??

She was the hottest lil thing that night

No doubt!

looks like you had a good time brotha ... You and I get any pics together?

I vaguely remember something

[boneprone]

Originally Posted by J$tyle$

No doubt!

looks like you had a good time brotha ... You and I get any pics together?

I vaguely remember something

Of course mang... We be family!






I love our reunions!

[WebairGerard]

Had a great time D$, thanks again!

[boneprone]

BP and J$tyle$ Representin.

[Scott McD]

Originally Posted by boneprone

yum yum !!

[boneprone]

Originally Posted by D-Money

Man, can't wait to see if you got Chuck Liddell holding his Woody.

Yeah we saw him there. Mr Badass himself Chuck Lidell.. Cooll Shit!

Lensman in his VIP Booth was sending a challenge to him..

Saying Jenna May have Tito and Rk may have Kimbo..

But Lens had the B P 4 L in his corner that night..

Bring it baby!




Protected by B P 4 L..

[boneprone]

Aaron M had the shit on lockdown..

J$tyle$ on cruise control.

[Moe]

Had an AWESOME time D!!!!!!!!!! You really blew that joint up

It was a pleasure working with you for the 1st night of Players Ball - the XFANZ team looks forward to working with you again!!!

[milan]

Originally Posted by baddog

I had a great time, with special thanks to CECash and OC3Networks for giving an old man a place to sit down for a few minutes.

We had a blast and great you could have joined us!

D$ thanks for this great opportunity we had a blast and guess what I GOT A BIG WOODY!!! i know i froze on stage but hell I was surprised as hell... thx again and see you at the next event, you can already put me down for it!.

[Pinacolada]

no pics and the explanation is too long man

[boneprone]