The first real pitch of The Vampire.

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The first real pitch of The Vampire.

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Direct finish for p3

Bill Dabbert following the direct start to the Bat Crack

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Michael Schneiter

Feb 22, 2008

“The first real pitch of The Vampire.”

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The first pitch

Direct finish for p3

The first real pitch of The Vampire.

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The Vampire

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Direct Finish

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