What's the point of traveling the world, if you can't pull over and have a spot of mini golf every now and then? To that end, we've become masters of "brick in the desert" entertainment...the ability to play some sort of unity-destroying competition amoungst ourselves, anytime, anywhere, and with any equipment (or lack thereof).

So we come now to "golf". Some have claimed it to be the most frustrating game in the world, and seeing Bretta miss a 12 inch shot and throw his putter in rage makes us inclined to agree. Since time off on tour is fleeting, and AB's actual golfing skills are a tad "below par" we've found ourselves gravitating towards the reputable game of mini-golf.

Never ones to keep to the rules, we've found a more exciting way to compete is for each player to putt in turn, and all the balls being on the astro-turf simultaneously, thus creating a sort of mini-golf/snooker hybrid. If a ball is blocking another's path to the hole, that's just the way the cookie crumbles, man. It also makes for some interesting "hey..c'mon, don't hit my ball/hit that guy's instead/no seriously, he's gonna win if you don't" inter-player politics.

Although we're sure this page is mostly for our own entertainment and egos, here's where you can come for all the latest updates on our golfing prowess.

SCORES
(DNF: Did not finish DNP: Did not play)

**NOTE** newest results at top of page

March 2007
Pirates Cove Mini Golf, Orlando, FL, USA
1st - Josh
2nd - Sam
3rd - Brett
4th - Naarah
Last - Swanny
DNP - Matt

Not even the "Hey-we're-located-near-Disneyworld!" exorbitant game prices could stop today's pirate-themed mini golf sesh. Josh still on a putting high from controversial previous win. You'd think Swanny's last game with Alabaster Box would possibly inspire his loving band mates to go easy on him, and let him win for old time's sake...ahhh, no chance....but then again, the AB boys aren't known as the most competitive band in Christian music for nothing.
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March 2007
Bonanza Golf, Orlando, FL, USA
1st - Sam
2nd - Josh
3rd - Swanny
Equal last - Matt
Equal last - Brett
DNP - Naarah

Out of nowhere, a cold dark feeling of ill-omen, and band-ending dis-unity hit the boys like a Mack truck with a trailer full of controversy. Just as Brett was securing a win for a second time that day, the score card "slipped" from Josh's hand and fell to oblivion between the cracks of the boardwalk. After much wailing and gnashing of teeth, and more than one attempt to dig under the floorboards, the game was declared forfeit, and re-started. The massive blow to Bretts emotions was more than he could bear, as he quickly slipped to last place in the re-started match. In an ironic twist of fate, Josh, the very lad who had lost the scorecard, found a first place. Needless to say, the Brett/Josh reconciliation counseling sessions are continuing, and we pray for their speedy recovery.

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March 2007
Bonanza Golf, Orlando, FL, USA
1st - Brett
2nd - Sam
3rd - Swanny
4th - Matt
Last - Josh
DNP - Naarah

If there's one place without a shortage of putt putt courses, it's Orlando Florida. For once it wasn't a matter of finding a spot, it was more like which course do we want! Brett hit the 2007 season firing, with a big win. And even our resident "special player" Matt was inspired to not come last. The sun was shining, the birds were whistling a merry tune, everyone was happy....until....
(see above)
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October 2006
Some dodgy course, Louisville, KY, USA
1st - Green-e (sound guy)
2nd - Sam
Equal 3rd - Swanny
Equal 3rd - Brett
4th - Josh
Last - Matt
DNP - Naarah

A long putt putt drought broken by a quick game before a show in Kentucky. Course being owned by scary folks with very few teeth makes the AB boys nervous at first. Green-e looking unbeatable with more holes in one than Tiger Woods, leaving rest of the pack to scramble for remaining positions. Matt emotionally devistated by lack of form.
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May 2006
Castles 'n Coasters Course, Phoenix, Arizona, USA
1st - Brett
2nd - Matt
3rd - Chris "Minigolf Sponsor" i.e. he paid for the game (guest player)
4th - Sam
Last - Swanny
DNP - Naarah
DNP - Josh

Brett deserved the win. He was dominating, cool, and looked amazing as he savaged his opposition with skill and precision. Whilst mounting pressure which was unbearable for his under-prepared and outplayed opponents. His skill level is so much superior we wonder why he spends his time playing such unworthy competitors. If there was only mini golf in the olympics, I'm sure Brett would be representing Australia. (Written by Brett Seagrott)
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January 2006
Boomers Minigolf Course 2, Los Angeles, USA
Equal 1st - Dan the super roadie (guest player)
Equal 1st - Brett
2nd - Josh
3rd - Sam
Last - Matt
DNP - Naarah
DNP - Swanny

Round two on the same day...suggestions of "Hey, lets add our scores from last game with this one and have an overall winner" from desperate losing players quickly over-ruled. Our local mate Dan's early lead sparked suspisions of home-course advantage. Allegations denied.
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January 2006
Boomers Minigolf Course 1, Los Angeles, USA
1st - Sam
2nd - Josh
3rd - Dan the super roadie (guest player)
Equal Last - Brett
Equal Last - Matt
DNP - Naarah
DNP - Swanny

A few days to recover from trans-pacific jet lag, and we hit the astro-turf again. Our first USA comp saw us contending with close proximity highway racket, and poor breathing conditions due to heavy LA smog. Sam's conservative consistancy, although sneered at, helps him clutch victory from the group. Brett and Matt hug to console each other in defeat.
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September 2005
Caddyshack City, Queenstown, NEW ZEALAND
1st - Brett
2nd - Swanny
Equal 3rd - Sam
Equal 3rd - Greeny (fill-in bass player)
4th - Josh
5th - Moo (merch queen)
Last - Naarah

Indisputably the most awesome course at which Alabaster Box has ever gripped the putter. With more tricks than David Copperfield, this marvel of modern science has a compliment of holes to make even the most veteran golfer weak at the knees. Bretta pulls another win out of thin air, with a re-energised Swanny snapping at his heels. Naarah combats the losing blues by decorating her section of scorecard with flowers and hearts.
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September 2005
Gold Diggers Mini Putt, Alexandra, NEW ZEALAND
1st - Brett
2nd - Greeny (fill-in bass player)
3rd - Pastor Roger (guest player)
4th - Josh
5th - Sam
Last -Swanny
DNP - Naarah

After decimating the competition in the Alexandra Blossom Festival's Celebrity Race, AB heads to local Mini golf for a celebratory round...(of golf) Tension in the air as newbie fill-in bass player "Greeny" confidently proclaims mini-putt greatness. Bretta forced out of retirement to take down the young whippersnapper and re-establish dominance of the field. Greeny left shattered by narrowly missing out on first place.
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August 2005
"Best in NZ" Mini Putt , Hamilton, NEW ZEALAND
1st - Josh
2nd - Matt
3rd - Brett
Equal Last - Swanny
Equal Last - Sam
Equal Last - Garv (sound guy)
DNP - Naarah

Sign reading "Best Mini Golf in New Zealand" promises life-changing golfing experience. Brett declares deep-rooted hate of all mini golf in general after taking a shattering 13 shots on 15th hole, and decrees this as last game ever (despite coming 3rd). Can Brett battle his personal golfing-demons and make a triumphant comeback? Watch this space...
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August 2005
Lakefront Adventure Mini Putt, Taupo, NEW ZEALAND
1st - Sam
2nd - Garv (sound guy)
Equal 3rd - Matt
Equal 3rd - Swanny
Last - Joy (road manager)
DNP - Josh
DNP - Brett
DNP - Naarah

Coldest game ever with bone-chilling, frostbite-inducing, sub-zero winds howling across course from snow covered mountains. Swanny attempts but inevitably fails to impress guest female competitors with dismal score. Brett and Naarah forfeit game, and possible pneumonia, for dinner and movie night.
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August 2005
Mini Putt at Kati Kati Museum, Kati Kati, NEW ZEALAND
1st - Matt
2nd - Brett
3rd - Garv (sound man)
Equal 4th - Sam
Equal 4th - Swanny
Equal 4th - Pastor Paul (GUEST PLAYER)
Last - Josh
DNP - Naarah

Having guest competitor Pastor Paul of Kati Kati Baptist church lessened cheating amongst the group so as not to offend "Man of the Cloth". Cheapest course ever at $3.50 NZD per game (only $3.20 Aussie!). New Zealand weather forced a stop in play after only 7 holes due to heavy rain. Requests by losing players for game to be stricken from internet record. Requests denied.
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June 2005
Putt N' Games, Sydney, NSW, AUSTRALIA
1st - Brett
2nd - Sam
3rd - Matt
Last - Naarah
DNP - Josh
DNP - Swanny

Naarah's first full length game participation inspires Brett to nab first ever victory, including 4 stellar hole-in-ones. Swanny forfeits match to sight-see Sydney city, making Sam "most annoying guy to play with", by default.
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May 2005
Topshots Adventure Park (Sails Course), Maroochydore, QLD, AUSTRALIA
1st - Swanny
2nd - Brett
3rd - Sam
Last - Matt
DNP - Josh
DNP - Naarah

Brett devastated after narrowly losing lead to Swanny, although pleased with best result so far. Alliances beginning to form to take Swanny out of game.
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May 2005
Topshots Adventure Park (Outside Course), Maroochydore, QLD, AUSTRALIA
1st - Swanny
2nd - Sam
3rd - Brett
Last - Matt
DNP - Josh
DNP - Naarah

Matt approaching first win, until plummeting to last place after taking a disastrous 12 shots to finish the 17th hole. Swanny's "winning attitude" beginning to irritate lesser players.
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May 2005
Topshots Adventure Park (Sails Course), Maroochydore, QLD, AUSTRALIA
1st - Sam
2nd - Swanny
3rd - Matt
4th - Josh
Last - Brett
DNP - Naarah

Sam's pro golfing aspirations reinforced. Josh started strong but lost confidence (and lead) in the heavy rain. Matt adopting bizare hockey-style putt method with improved results.
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Feb 2005
Planet Tenpin Course, Darwin, NT, AUSTRALIA
1st - Swanny
2nd - Sam
3rd - Moo (merch chick)
4th - Garv (sound man)
5th - Josh
Last - Matt
DNF - Brett
DNF - Naarah

Matt still plagued by wrist-twisting, although pleased with his 4th place (by default). Brett concedes defeat mid-game after pressure from Naarah to go out for Valentines Day dinner.
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Jan 2005
Wild Wild West Course, Christchurch, NEW ZEALAND
1st - Sam
2nd - Swanny
3rd - Josh
4th - Brett
Last - Matt
DNP - Naarah

Matt claiming to have a wrist-twisting birth defect that hinders his ability to putt in a straight line. Swanny feeling victimised as other players constantly knock his ball out of contention. Sam ecstatic about first big win, thinking of going pro.