Premiers Thursday Night, September 20, 2007, at 8pm et/pt
On the Fei Long (flying dragon) tribe:
Name: Aaron Reisberger
Age: 32
Currently resides: Venice, CA
Occupation: Surfing Instructor, Bartender, Restaurant Manager
Bio: Originally from Belmont County, Ohio, Aaron Reisberger obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Hospitality Management from Ohio State University. After college, he moved to Chicago for some time and then to Hawaii. He also has his certification from the American Council on Exercise and a bartending license from the state of Hawaii. He is currently a surfing instructor while also tending bar and managing a tapas restaurant. He has previously worked in home remodeling. Reisberger's hobbies include cooking (his favorite show is "Top Chef" and he subscribes to Food & Wine), surfing, golf and reading. He describes himself as witty, fun and, well, sometimes too nice. He is proud to say he was on THE PRICE IS RIGHT. He thinks his knowledge of cooking and how to make things edible and tasty will help his game, as will his ability to adapt to his environment and to get along without a lot of creature comforts.
Reisberger currently resides in Venice, California. His birth date is April 25, 1975.
Cuz’s take: Something about this guy just sets me on edge. Maybe it’s the “Price is right” bit, maybe it’s the cooking angle, or maybe it’s his description of himself as “witty, fun … too nice”. Anyway, I ain’t buying it. But having said that, Aaron will probably not only make the Jury but the Final Four as well.
Name: Amanda Kimmel
Age: 23
Currently resides: Los Angeles, CA
Occupation: Hiking Tour Guide, Beauty Pageant Winner
Bio: Amanda Kimmel has lived all over the state of Montana. She most recently worked as a hiking tour guide and continues to hone her skills as an artist while learning about the fashion industry. At the age of 16, she began modeling in Chicago, where she lived on her own for one year. She has also worked as a make-up artist, retail sales representative and waitress. Her goal is to develop a business within the fashion industry. Kimmel has competed in many beauty pageants and was crowned Miss Montana USA in 2005 and Miss Earth in 2006. She's been on the cover of Montana Living Magazine and Pageantry Magazine. Kimmel has been to China twice before to compete in the Miss Kite of the World Pageant in Weifang, where she placed as a semifinalist, was given a key to the city and was heavily promoted on billboards and news articles. While promoting tourism via these pageants, she did volunteer work at orphanages and other organizations and was permitted to fly kites off the Great Wall in five-inch heels. Kimmel's hobbies include hiking, running, drawing and painting. She enjoys rock climbing, snowshoeing, kickboxing and volleyball. Kimmel describes herself as motivated, competitive and determined. She has camped every weekend in Montana since she was three years old. She tries never to leave home without her cowboy boots. Kimmel just moved from Kalispell, Montana to Los Angeles and is living with her sister, Katrina. Her family has one dog, Sassy, one cat, Cleo and one horse, Frisco. Her birth date is August 3, 1984.
Cuz’s take: Amanda should do well, if she can align herself with a couple of other “power players”. I expect her to make the Jury and in fact, I wouldn’t be surprised if she were one of the final four.
Name: Jean-Robert “Bobby” Bellande
Age: 36
Currently resides: Las Vegas, NV
Occupation: Professional Poker Player
Bio: Born in Long Island, New York, Jean-Robert Bellande considers himself to be international, as he is the son of French-speaking Haitian immigrants who raised him in Asia. Bellande is a professional poker player (his televised tournaments include the 2005 Rio Circuit Event, 2005 US Poker Championship, Ballbreakers 2005 and the 2005 World Poker Tournament's "Bad Boys of Poker"). In 2005, he was ranked the Number 6 Card Player in the world. Bellande first made a name for himself promoting some of Los Angeles' hottest nightclubs, including the Roxbury, Tatou of Beverly Hills and the Gate. He then opened up his own Hollywood night spot, Sky Sushi, which he ran for five years. He has a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing from Azusa Pacific University. He describes himself as charismatic, fun and loud. He is proudest of making it to the final table at the World Series of Poker (WSOP) Circuit Event, where he pocketed a whopping $210,000. Bellande's hobbies are playing poker, playing pool and hitting the nightclubs. His favorite sport is soccer. He enjoys playing tennis and basketball. If he could take three non-survival items with him to China, he'd bring a deck of cards, poker chips and a dealer. Bellande currently resides in Las Vegas. His birth date is September 17, 1970.
Cuz’s take: I’ve seen this guy play poker (on TV anyway) and to be honest with you, I would not trust him as far as I could throw him. Which, judging from his size, wouldn’t be very far at all. I get the feeling that Bobby will be kept around for his strength for only as long as it’s tribe against tribe. But the first time after the merge that he doesn’t win individual immunity, he will be seen as too much of a threat and the rest will give him the boot.
Name: Courtney Yates
Age: 26
Currently resides: New York, NY
Occupation: Waitress
Bio:Courtney Yates grew up in Boston, the only sister with three brothers, two older, one younger, all much bigger. She attended Suffolk University, studying at both the main Boston/Beacon Hill campus and the University's West African campus, located in Dakar, Senegal. She paid her way through college working nights as a passenger service agent for a major airline at Boston's Logan International Airport, spent time as a receptionist at a high-end hair salon, and has even worked as a "historical interpreter" (a tour guide in costume) at historic homes in Salem, Massachusetts. She graduated in May, 2003, with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English. Yates is currently a waitress in a popular restaurant in New York City's Union Square, where she enjoys the fast pace and the freedom her job affords her. Yates' main hobbies include reading and learning new things. She loves history and enjoys keeping ongoing lists of things to look up whenever she comes across something new or interesting. Yates has a large and varied collection of friends with whom she loves going out, eating, drinking and, of course, gossiping, a long-practiced skill she hopes will serve her well on SURVIVOR: CHINA. Originally from Boston, her sport of choice is baseball, and despite now living just a few stops from Yankee Stadium, she remains a loyal member of Red Sox Nation. Yates is best described as honest (sometimes interpreted as cruel), sarcastic (often interpreted as bitchy) and physically small. She is aware that people find her slight frame curious, and at times controversial, but she warns people against judging her on looks alone. She proclaims that her body weight (or lack thereof) is purely genetic, as both her parents are tall and thin as well. She claims to be tough as nails, both mentally and physically, and is ready for the challenge of SURVIVOR. Yates currently resides in New York City with her rescued, semi-reformed alley cat, Catullus (named for the poet). Her birth date is March 26, 1981.
Cuz’s take: If I were playing this game and this mouthy broad was on my tribe, she would be the first one to go. After all, a small, physically weak gal who hasn’t figured how to keep her comments to herself, isn’t much help in winning tribal challenges. My guess is she doesn’t make the Jury.
Name: Denise Martin
Age: 40
Currently resides: Douglas, MA
Occupation: School Lunch Lady, Black Belt in Karate
Bio: Denise Martin was born and raised in Revere, Massachusetts. She attended Revere High School, Class of 1985. She spent one year at the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and then attended Wentworth Institute of Technology, where she received a certificate in Technical School/Telecommunication Electronics. Martin rides her scooter to her job as a lunch lady for fourth through seventh graders. This involves preparing and serving lunch, along with cleaning the kitchen, five days a week. She previously worked as a short-order cook and a central office technician for a phone company. She also operated and maintained a video game route at eight different colleges, repairing and maintaining video games and juke boxes. Martin is a Second Degree Black Belt in American Kenpo Karate. She is a student at Revere Karate Academy in Revere. She recently opened her own karate school, Douglas Karate Club. She is a member of the International Kenpo Karate Association. Her hobbies include collecting Budweiser memorabilia, axe and knife throwing, stick fighting, and playing sports with her three daughters. She is an avid Red Sox and Patriots fan; she even named her dachshund Tedy Bruschi K9. She describes herself as competitive, outgoing, strong-willed and determined. Martin currently resides in Douglas, Massachusetts with her husband of 16 years, Robert. They have three daughters, Erin, 13; Emily, 10; and Samantha, 9. Her birth date is May 5, 1967
Cuz’s take: If Denise can align herself with a couple of the strong guys, then she should do OK and make the Jury at least.
Name: James Clement
Age: 30
Currently resides: Lafayette, LA
Occupation: Burial Service Owner, Grave Digger
Bio: James Clement owns a burial service and works as a gravedigger. In addition, he works security at nightclubs and weddings and bartends on the side. His hobbies include watching television and surfing the Web. He enjoys sprinting, weight-lifting and playing football. Clement describes himself as athletically gifted, socially adaptive and physically attractive. He is proudest of carrying on the family business. He feels he'll do well because he considers himself to be physically and mentally adept, adventurous and able to adapt to new environments and situations. Clement currently resides in Lafayette, Louisiana, with his pit bull, Brently. His birth date is March 9, 1977.
Cuz’s take: As long as James doesn’t try to play the race card, he should do well. Having said that, I doubt he will be given the chance to make a “run for the final four” like Earl did last season. James should make the Jury, but I doubt he will make the final four.
Name: Leslie Nease
Age: 38
Currently resides: Tega Cay, SC
Occupation: Christian Radio Host, Fitness Instructor
Bio: Leslie Nease's stepfather was a United States Marine, so she traveled with her family all over the world. She attended and graduated from Kubasaki High School in Okinawa, Japan. Moving back to the United States, Nease attended two years of college at Shepherd College in Shepherdstown, West Virginia. Nease currently works as a Christian host for a midmorning radio show. She is on the air from 9 am until noon, and then spends the rest of her day being mom to her four kids, Stephanie, Tommy, Kennedy and Peyton. She also teaches fitness classes three nights a week (step, kickboxing, sculpt and cycle) and has her own speaking ministry where she encourages others in their faith. She has written a book about fitness & spirituality called Body Builders. She has previously worked as a personal trainer and waitress. Nease's hobbies include reading and studying scripture, writing poetry, yard sales and camping with her family. Her favorite sport is volleyball. She describes herself as energetic, passionate and overwhelming. Her favorite topics are what she considers to be her "Four Fs": Faith, Family, Friends and Fitness. She was Mrs. North Carolina in the Mrs. USA pageant in Las Vegas in August 2001. In March 2003, she was the first New York finalist in the Regis & Kelly co-host search when Kelly went on maternity leave. In April 2006, she went on a mission trip to La Paz, Cochabamba and Santa Cruz, Bolivia, where they spent most of their time outdoors in the Andes Mountains visiting Compassion International-sponsored children in underdeveloped areas. Nease has auditioned for SURVIVOR every season for the past five years. She always wanted to experience SURVIVOR for herself and decided she wasn't giving up. She never let the rejection get her down, but instead allowed it to fuel her passion for the adventure. Finally, after 11 audition tapes, her dream is coming true. Nease currently resides in Tega Cay, South Carolina with her husband of 18 years, Rod. They have one dog, Buddy. Her birth date is March 25, 1969.
Cuz’s take: I like Leslie and honest hope she does will. However, I get the sinking feeling that the others on her tribe will see her as a weak player (particularly during the challenges) and look to boot her early on. I hope she would make the Jury, but I doubt it.
Name: Todd Herzog
Age: 22
Currently resides: Pleasant Grove, UT
Occupation: Flight Attendant
Bio: Todd Herzog is an openly gay Mormon who came out shortly after high school and won the hearts of everyone at his school. He attended Pleasant Grove High School in Utah and then two years of college at Utah Valley State College. He currently works as a flight attendant. He previously worked as a manager at a movie theater and at a major theme park. Herzog has previously lived in Seattle, Orlando and Denver. His hobbies include traveling, shopping and drinking coffee. He enjoys surfing, biking and boating. He's allergic to cats, rabbits and shrimp. He describes himself as fantastic, amazing, awesome and super-original. He believes he will do well on SURVIVOR because he claims he is very positive, great at social skills and strategizing, and he's willing to "gather wood and sh*t." He thinks the Spice Girls are the most significant historical event of the past 100 years and is unbelievably stoked that they are going on a reunion tour this winter. Herzog currently lives in Pleasant Grove, Utah. He has one brother, Tyler, and three sisters, Brandy, Kimmi and Tori. His birth date is January 29, 1985.
Cuz’s take: Setting aside the fact that he is “openly gay”, lists drinking coffee as a hobby and claims to be Mormon (the first two negate the latter, or so I’ve been told), I would seriously have to question the sanity of anyone who thinks the “most significant historical event of the past 100 years” was the Spice Girls. Of course since he is “openly gay”, this means he will at least make the jury, (as has every other “openly gay” player in Survivor History)
On the Zahn Hu (fighting tiger) tribe:
Name: Ashley Massaro
Age: 28
Currently resides: East Northport, NY
Occupation: WWE SmackDown Diva/Beauty Queen/Reality-Show Host
Bio: Growing up in Long Island, New York, with a father, brother and uncle who competed in amateur wresting, Ashley Massaro was well-prepared to make it in the World Wresting Entertainment. A former gymnast, she competed in Miss Hawaiian Tropic pageants and was crowned Miss Hawaiian Tropic USA in 2002 and Miss Hawaiian Tropic Canada in 2005. She currently works as a model and a professional wrestler with the WWE. She came to the WWE as a contestant in the 2005 RAW Diva Search. After beating out seven other finalists, she received a one-year contract with the World Wrestling Entertainment. Massaro tours around the world and appears in front of thousands of people at arena shows approximately four times a week. She appears on "WWE Raw," "Smackdown" and Pay-Per-View Weekly. She has done a tour of Iraq, Afghanistan and Kuwait, where she visited the troops with the WWE for the United Service Organizations (USO). She was on the cover of the April 2007, issue of Playboy. She has also appeared in FHM, Stuff, Maxim and the covers of Femme Fatale and FLEX magazines. She hosted several E! "Wild On" episodes and appeared on "Breaking Bonaduce" as his personal trainer. She has also guest-starred on CW's "Smallville" and "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition," and she brought her love of music to Fuse TV when she took part in a special edition of "The Sauce." MTV's “Celebrity Death Match” has also featured her in the claymation series. In her spare time, she visits numerous hospitals to boost morale, including the Bethesda War Veteran Hospital in Washington, DC. Massaro received her Bachelor of Science degree in Communication with a minor in Business from State University of New York. She describes herself as spunky, quirky, optimistic, happy, resourceful, creative, adaptable and relentless. She is obsessed with all things music. Massaro currently resides in East Northport, New York. Her birth date is May 26, 1979.
Cuz’s take: RRROOOOWWWLLLLL!!!!!!!! She can pin me to the canvas ANYTIME!!!!!!! Good looks, Great Body and shows compassion for the troops as well! What more could an all American, Red Blooded, Chauvinistic Male ask for??????? Unfortunately, rumor has it that she gets the boot early on in the game. So I’m telling ya now guys, DON’T miss a second of the first few shows!
Name: Dave Cruser
Age: 37
Currently resides: Simi Valley, CA
Occupation: Model/Actor/Bartender
Bio: Dave Cruser is currently a bartender. He has previously worked in construction, advertising and as a model/actor, having lived in South Africa for an extended period of time. He has also spent time in Paris, Milan, Munich, Zurich and Hamburg. He attended one year of college at Moorpark Community College and one quarter at ITT studying computer drafting. Cruser's hobbies include studying industrial design, snowboarding, hiking, bodysurfing, riding his motorcycle and frisbee golf. Cruser describes himself as creative, funny and hard-working. He believes he'll do well because he loves to camp and considers himself to be a motivator and team player. Cruser currently resides in Simi Valley, California. His birth date is October 26, 1969.
Cuz’s take: If Dave makes it to the Jury, then that is about as far as he will go. I think his “zaniness” will wear thin after the first couple of weeks and his tribe will decide they have had enough of him.
Name: Erik Huffman
Age: 26
Currently resides: Nashville, TN
Occupation: Musician/Model
Bio: Erik Huffman was born in Greenville, South Carolina, where he remained through college. From an early age, he enjoyed a number of sports, excelling in football and baseball. He also achieved academic excellence, from competing at the Greenville County Spelling Bee at age 10 to ranking 10th out of 243 people in his high school graduation class. He continued playing football in high school and began running track. Huffman's hopes of being a potential college football prospect were shattered when he broke his leg during his senior year. In track, he specialized in the Triple Jump, qualifying and competing once for the State Championship. Huffman graduated from Furman University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration in 2003. In 2001, he also spent six months studying at Griffith University in Queensland, Australia. During college, he played intramural sports, but his energy became more focused on music. Having previously worked as a sporting goods sales representative and a waiter, Huffman found more pleasure in media and entertainment. At age 18, he began modeling and landed spots in local print ads and commercials in Greenville. His profile took a leap when he was discovered by Ford Models. He has done work with Hanes, Glamour, Abercrombie & Fitch, Finish Line (in Sports Illustrated), Macy's, Target and many others. Huffman's father began teaching him guitar at age 13, and he later picked up bass guitar at age 16. Music was a passion, but it remained only a hobby for years. During his free time at Furman, Huffman began playing bass guitar with Alex Florez, and just before graduating college, he decided to pursue music more seriously. He is currently a full-time musician, playing bass guitar and singing with his rock band, FLOREZ. The band travels in a 15-passenger van to various cities across the United States, playing about three shows a week at clubs, colleges and private parties. FLOREZ has shared the stage with Sister Hazel, Better Than Ezra, Josh Kelley, The Doobie Brothers, Gavin DeGraw and Robert Randolph, to name a few. In 2005, the band signed a co-publishing deal with BMG Songs North America and, in February of 2006, their song, "Natalie," was featured in the television series "Scrubs." Aside from music, Erik still models part-time. He currently appears in the Summer/Fall 2007 Hanes campaign. Huffman's hobbies include running, football, lifting weights, frisbee, golf, Sudoku, movies, snowboarding and skateboarding. He describes himself as genuine, honest, sensitive, competitive, a problem solver, athletic and sometimes, a perfectionist. Huffman is a Christian, and he believes his faith will keep him strong and focused when faced with the physical, mental and emotional hardships of SURVIVOR: CHINA. Huffman currently resides in a Nashville, Tennessee. His birth date is January 31, 1981.
Cuz’s take: Jeff says Erik is “humble, quite and a nice guy”. Unfortunately, “nice guys finish last” nowadays. His tribe will see through his “Aw Shucks” persona and boot him early. Erik doesn’t make the Jury.
Name: Jaime Dugan
Age: 22
Currently resides: Columbia, SC
Occupation: College Student
Bio: Born in Fort Lauderdale, Florida and raised in Sunrise, Florida, Jaime Dugan and her family moved to South Carolina when she was 14 years old. She graduated from Spartanburg High School, where she played varsity softball and was the editor of photography for the school yearbook. She is currently a senior at the University of South Carolina, Columbia, on an academic scholarship (she has Dean's List honors), in the School of Journalism and Mass Communications. She is majoring in Public Relations with a minor in Business. Dugan supplements her school schedule working as a waitress. Dugan's hobbies include cooking, kickboxing and photography. She enjoys wakeboarding, softball, golf and fishing. She favors country and rock music. Her favorite sport is football. She describes herself as friendly, energetic and candid. Her heroes are her mom and dad, who have been together since they were 16 years old. She is a huge University of South Carolina Gamecocks fan (she attends every game) and also a Buffalo Bills fan. Dugan currently resides in Columbia South Carolina. She has one sister, Jenna Evon Fay Dugan. Her family has three dogs, Princess Pippi, Oscar Capone and Ottis. They also have three cats, Milo, Jagger and Spitz. Her birth date is June 30, 1985.
Cuz’s take: Jeff says she was kind of the tribe mediator. Some may think this means that she makes the jury. I’m not so sure. I think she ends up being the last player to get the boot just prior to the merge. She doesn’t make the jury.
Name: Mike “Frosti” Zernow
Age: 20
Currently resides: Chicago, IL
Occupation: Film Student/Parkour Expert
Bio: Originally from Traverse City, Michigan (he attended Central High School there), Michael "Frosti" Zernow is currently a film student at Columbia College in Chicago (he's in his junior year). Half Japanese/half Russian, Zernow has been practicing Parkour and free-running for over five years and has been hired as a traceur (a practitioner of Parkour) and free-runner in television, advertisements and corporate events, including one of Madonna's world tours. (Parkour is essentially making the environment into an obstacle course. Through running jumping, or climbing, all obstacles can be overcome and all destinations are reachable. Free-running takes the movements of Parkour and adds style and flair. Think along the lines of urban gymnastics and building break dancing). In high school, Zernow was captain of the wrestling and track teams. In addition, he practiced Aikido, a form of martial art that both his parents teach. While still in high school, he was suspended for a day because he dressed up like a Ninja and climbed on the roof of the school. Zernow describes himself as creative, dynamic and determined. His hobbies include art, social philosophy and skateboarding. He recently returned from a trip to Hong Kong, where he hiked up a mountain with friends wearing three-dollar sandals. Zernow currently resides in Chicago. His birth date is February 15, 1987.
Cuz’s take: If he is given a chance to show his stuff, then Frosti should make it to the Jury. In fact, I wouldn’t be surprised if he makes the Final Four.
Name: Peih-Gee Law
Age: 29
Currently resides: Marina del Ray, CA
Occupation: Music-Video Dancer/ Jeweler
Bio: Peih-Gee Law was born in Hong Kong and moved to Los Angeles at a very young age. She attended an all-girl Catholic high school, from which she graduated with a 4.0 GPA (she also received an almost perfect score on her verbal SATs, 780 / 800). She attended the University of California, Los Angeles, but got kicked out for low grades (partying got in the way). A former dancer, she appeared in music videos for Daft Punk, Crystal Method, Madonna, Janet Jackson and Maxwell. She also appeared in the 1998 MTV Music Awards as a back-up dancer for Madonna's performance of "Ray of Light." Although she did this while still in college, she never wanted to pursue it as a career. She was reinstated to UCLA after attending junior college and eventually earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in English Literature. After graduation, Law moved to England to set up an import/export company for her aunt and uncle. She eventually moved back to the US and now works for her parents' jewelry business, basically running the operation: everything from designing, manufacturing, appraisals, sales and accounting. She is currently working on launching her own jewelry line. Law is no stranger to travel. She spent two months backpacking in Southeast Asia. She spent two weeks on an island in Malaysia living in a hut with no running water or electricity and went scuba diving every day. She also trekked through the Northeastern part of Thailand. Law enjoys snowboarding, scuba diving and dancing. She is a voracious reader, loves organizing board game night and playing video games. She considers travel and adventure to be necessities in life. She describes herself as free-spirited, witty, spunky, assertive, optimistic and open-minded. She is outspoken and strong-willed, with a tendency to think like a guy. She considers her biggest strength to be having a good attitude, seeing the brighter side of things and having the ability to focus all her will on the task at hand. Law is a member of Jewelry Importers & Manufacturers Association. Law currently resides in Marina Del Rey, California, with her two cats, Butter (short for Butterface) and Sugar. Her birth date is April 7, 1978.
Cuz’s take: I think this gal’s mouth will get her into trouble with her tribe. I doubt she makes the Jury.
Name: Sherea Lloyd
Age: 26
Currently resides: Atlanta, GA
Occupation: Fourth Grade School Teacher
Bio: Sherea Lloyd was born in Pontiac, Michigan. Her family moved around a lot, as she spent her early years living in Maryland, middle school in Winston-Salem, North Carolina and high school in Dallas, Texas. She received her undergraduate degree from Florida A & M University and her master's degree from Florida State University. Lloyd has a twin sister, Maria, who currently attends Howard University Law School. She is currently a fourth grade elementary teacher. She describes herself as sassy, outspoken and caring. She enjoys dancing, working with children and watching football and basketball. She believes she will do well on SURVIVOR because she considers herself competitive, outgoing and a leader. She believes in her ability to overcome her fears; when her mother had breast cancer (she is now fine) it proved to be a true test of her own abilities to overcome adversity. Lloyd is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Lloyd currently resides in Atlanta, Georgia. Her birth date is July 31, 1981.
Cuz’s take: If Sherea can “fly under the Radar” during her tribes first few tribal councils then she should make it to the Jury. In fact, I think that is exactly what she will do and then “under the radar” her way into the final four.
Name: Steve “Chicken” Morris
Age: 47
Currently resides: Marion, VA
Occupation: Former Bouncer/Fish Breeder/Logger turned Chicken Farmer
Bio: Steve "Chicken" Morris was born in Marion, Virginia, and grew up on a commercial farm, where he has worked with poultry since he was 13 years old. After 4 years of marriage, Morris broke ties with his wife and raised his three children (Tyychelle and twins Dee Ann and Jessica) alone. Morris currently manages the farm, where they produce all natural eggs and chickens along with grass-fed beef, pork and turkey. He also runs a store on the property. He previously worked as a bouncer, a fish culturist for the Fish & Game Department, a security officer and a logger. He enjoys hunting, fishing, camping and riding ATVs. He describes himself as outgoing and someone who lives on the edge. He enjoys country and bluegrass music. His favorite sport is baseball. He is a member of the Rich Valley Fair Association and the Abingdon Farmers Market Board. Morris currently resides in Marion, Virginia. He had four dogs, Zek, Cluck, Poke and Eli. His birth date is September 2, 1959.
Cuz’s take: Chicken, I’m afraid will find himself on the outs with his tribe from the very start. In fact, the rumor mill out on the web has Chicken going home as the first boot for Survivor: China.
Well there you have it. Based on first impressions (and a few spoilers), here are my picks for this season. And by the way, these picks are based on the old fashioned 7 member jury, with a Final Two.
Players who do not make the Jury: (in no particular order) Chicken, Ashley, Courtney, Peih-Gee, Erik, Leslie, Jamie.
If Mark Burnett decides to stick with the 9 member Jury and Final Three, then the four who do not make the Jury are Chicken, Ashley, Courtney and Peig-Gee.
The first five members of the Jury: (in no particular order) Bobby, Denise, James, Todd, Dave.
Add Erik, Leslie and Jamie if a 9 member Jury.
If we have a seven member Jury with a Final Two then:
Final Four: Aaron, Amanda, Frosti, Sherea
At this point, I see Sherea being the next member of the Jury followed by Frosti. The reason I say this is that the final Immunity Challenge has typically been an endurance challenge, and while Frosti may be good at climbing over all sorts of obstacles, I can’t see him just standing frozen in one place for any length of time. And neither Aaron nor Amanda will want to take Frosti into the final two with them.
The Sole Survivor: So it comes down to Aaron or Amanda. Now traditional Jury votes show the men more often than not voting for another male for the Sole Survivor, while the women tend to split their votes. Having said this, I think this Jury will break with tradition and vote for Amanda in a close vote.
However, if we have a nine member Jury, with a Final Three then:
Sherea becomes the last member of the Jury and Frosti wins.
Well, there you have it. Like I said these are my picks based on pure guess work. If you use my picks for betting purposes, I expect a percentage of the winnings. (But if you loose, don’t come crying to me. I told you they were just guesses.) :~D
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Notable Survivor Quote:
"Silas may be a nice guy in real life, but in our tribe I don't buy his schmoozing."
Kim Johnson, Survivor Africa
That’s it for now. If I come across anything else, I’ll let Ya’ll know. 