Monday, June 22, 2015

The Wire Award - Action Series

The Wire Award for Best Action Series
2009: Chuck (NBC)
2010: Lost (ABC)
2011: Justified (FX)
2012: Breaking Bad (AMC)
2013: Breaking Bad (AMC)
2014: Breaking Bad (AMC)

2015 Results

10. Outlander (Starz) 0 points

9. The Walking Dead (AMC) 3 points
1st by Jack

8. Boardwalk Empire (HBO) 8 points
1st by Brady

7. Banshee (Cinemax) 10 points
1st by Loose, T-time

6. Ray Donovan (Showtime) 11 points
2nd by Bonz

5. Daredevil (Netflix) 12 points
2nd by Lenny

4. The Americans (FX) 13 points
1st by Jaydon

3. Homeland (Showtime) 14 points
1st by Bonz

2. Justified (FX) 37 points
1st by Lenny

and the Poolie goes to...

1. Game of Thrones (HBO) 39 points
1st by Larry, Mags, Tyson, Cecil, Rizzo, Tippy, Marsh

With Breaking Bad no longer on the air, Game of Thrones edged out Justified for its first best action series win ever.  The show has been nominated all five years it has been on the air, finishing as high as second for its first season back in 2011.

Winner's Breakdown
1st: Larry, Mags, Tyson, Cecil, Rizzo, Tippy, Marsh
3rd: Loose, Jack, Jaydon, Lenny
4th: T-time, Brady
No Vote: Bonz


Sunday, June 21, 2015

Frank Pembleton Award - Lead in Action

The Frank Pembleton Award for the Best Lead Character in an Action
2009: James 'Sawyer' Ford (Lost)
2010: Jack Shephard (Lost)
2011: Raylan Givens (Justified)
2012: Raylan Givens (Justified)
2013: Walter White (Breaking Bad)
2014: Walter White (Breaking Bad)

2015 Results

10. Ragnar Lothbrok (Vikings) 4 points
2nd by Mags

9. Oliver Queen (Arrow) 4 points
4th by Loose, Larry

8. Phillip Jennings (The Americans) 6 points
3rd by Jaydon, Cecil

7. Matt Murdock (Daredevil) 6 points
2nd by Lenny

6. Lucas Hood (Banshee) 6 points
3rd by Loose, T-time

5. Ray Donovan (Ray Donovan) 8 points
1st by Bonz, Tippy

4. Rick Grimes (The Walking Dead) 8 points
1st by Jack

3. Jack Bauer (24) 11 points
2nd by Tippy

2. Boyd Crowder (Justified) 32 points
1st by Jaydon, Lenny

and the Poolie goes to...

1. Raylan Givens (Justified) 40 points
1st by Loose, T-time, Larry, Mags, Tyson, Cecil, Rizzo, Brady

This marks Raylan's third win in the category, the most ever for lead in action.  The previous two seasons he came in third and second, respectively.  Justified has now earned eight wins overall at the Poolies.

Winner's Breakdown
1st: Loose, T-time, Larry, Mags, Tyson, Cecil, Rizzo, Brady
2nd: Jaydon
3rd: Jack, Lenny
No Vote: Bonz, Tippy, Marsh


Desmond Hume Award - Supporting in Action

The Desmond Hume Award for the Best Supporting Character in an Action
2009: Tony Almeida (24)
2010: Desmond Hume (Lost)
2011: Boyd Crowder (Justified)
2012: Boyd Crowder (Justified)
2013: Boyd Crowder (Justified)
2014: Tyrion Lannister (Game of Thrones)

2015 Results

10. Joe Carroll (The Following) 6 points
2nd by Jack

9. Wilson Fisk (Daredevil) 7 points
1st by Jaydon

8. Boon (Justified) 8 points
3rd by T-time, Lenny

7. Petyr Baelish (Game of Thrones) 12 points
2nd by Larry, Tyson

6. Peter Quinn (Homeland) 13 points
1st by Bonz

5. Wynn Duffy (Justified) 13 points
1st by Lenny

4. Avery Markham (Justified) 17 points
1st by Jack

3. Al Capone (Boardwalk Empire) 18 points
1st by T-time, Brady

2. Jaime Lannister (Game of Thrones) 20 points
2nd by Cecil, Marsh

and the Poolie goes to...

1. Tyrion Lannister (Game of Thrones) 50 points
1st by Loose, Larry, Mags, Tyson, Cecil, Tippy, Marsh

This is Tyrion's second straight win in the category, following Boyd Crowder's three straight from 2011-13.  He has been nominated for the Desmond Hume Award four times and once earned a nomination for lead in action back in 2012.  This marks Game of Thrones' 12th overall win at the Poolies.

Winner's Breakdown
1st: Loose, Larry, Mags, Tyson, Cecil, Tippy, Marsh
2nd: T-time, Jaydon, Brady, Lenny
3rd: Jack
No Vote: Rizzo, Bonz


Saturday, June 20, 2015

Samantha Marquez Award - Female in Action

The Samantha Marquez Award for Best Female Character in an Action
2009 Winner: Sarah Walker (Chuck)
2010 Winner: Sarah Walker (Chuck)
2011 Winner: Mags Bennett (Justified)
2012 Winner: Carrie Mathison (Homeland)
2013: Daenerys Targaryen (Game of Thrones)
2014: Sarah Manning (Orphan Black)

2015 Results

10. Felicity Smoak (Arrow) 5 points
3rd by Loose

9. Claire Randall (Outlander) 7 points
1st by Loose

8. Elizabeth Jennings (The Americans) 9 points
1st by Jaydon

7. Carrie Hopewell (Banshee) 9 points
1st by T-time

6. Katherine Hale (Justified) 10 points
3rd by Tyson, Brady

5. Alison Hendrix (Orphan Black) 14 points
1st by Jack, Lenny

4. Cersei Lannister (Game of Thrones) 17 points
1st by Marsh

3. Sarah Manning (Orphan Black) 21 points
1st by Larry

2. Margaery Tyrell (Game of Thrones) 22 points
1st by Mags

and the Poolie goes to...

1. Daenerys Targaryen (Game of Thrones) 30 points
1st by Tyson, Cecil, Rizzo, Tippy, Brady

Dany bounces back to earn her second win in the category after placing third a year ago.  Daenerys now joins Chuck's Sarah Walker as the only two to win multiple times for best female in action.  Game of Thrones has now won 11 awards at the Poolies overall.

Winner's Breakdown
1st: Tyson, Cecil, Rizzo, Tippy, Brady
2nd: Lenny
3rd: Jack, Larry, Mags
No Vote: Loose, T-time, Jaydon, Bonz, Marsh


Teri Bauer - Worst in Action

The Teri Bauer Award for the Character you love to hate in an Action
2009: Olivia Taylor (24)
2010: Skyler White (Breaking Bad)
2011: Sarah Linden (The Killing)
2012: Joffrey Baratheon (Game of Thrones)
2013: Skyler White (Breaking Bad)
2014: Gemma Teller (Sons of Anarchy)

2015 Results

10. Harvey Bullock (Gotham) 5 points
4th by Jack, Tippy

9. Michonne (The Walking Dead) 5 points
3rd by Brady

8. Paige Jennings (The Americans) 8 points
1st by Cecil

7. Daryl Dixon (The Walking Dead) 8 points
3rd by Loose, Jack

6. Aayan Ibrahim (Homeland) 10 points
2nd by Bonz

5. Foggy Nelson (Daredevil) 11 points
2nd by Jaydon, Mags

4. Abby Donovan (Ray Donovan) 19 points
1st by Bonz

3. Ramsay Bolton (Game of Thrones) 24 points
1st by T-time, Mags, Marsh

2. Jackson Teller (Sons of Anarchy) 26 points
1st by Loose, Jack, Larry, Jaydon

and the Poolie goes to...

1. Gemma Teller (Sons of Anarchy) 30 points
1st by Tyson, Tippy, Brady, Lenny

This is Gemma's second straight year earning the right to be called the worst in action, becoming the second multiple winner in the category after Breaking Bad's Skyler White.  It is the fifth win overall at the Poolies for Sons of Anarchy, as its run came to an end this fall.

Winner's Breakdown
1st: Tyson, Tippy, Brady, Lenny
2nd: Jack, Larry, Cecil
3rd: Jaydon
5th: Loose
No Vote: T-time, Mags, Rizzo, Bonz, Marsh


Friday, June 19, 2015

"Through the Looking Glass" Award - Action Episode

The "Through the Looking Glass" Award for Best Action Episode
2010: "The End" (Lost, 616)
2011: "Full Measure" (Breaking Bad, 313)
2012: "Blackwater" (Game of Thrones, 209)
2013: "Say My Name" (Breaking Bad, 507)
2014: "Ozymandius" (Breaking Bad, 514)

2015 Results

10. "The Climb" (Arrow, 309) 1 point
5th by Larry

9. "Evermore" (The Following, 310) 4 points
1st by Jack

8. "Tribal" (Banshee, 305) 6 points
1st by Loose

7. "Cuanto" (Boardwalk Empire, 504) 7 points
3rd by Brady

6. "We All Pay Eventually" (Banshee, 310) 8 points
2nd by Loose, T-time

5. "In the Blood" (Daredevil, 104) 9 points
3rd by Jaydon, Lenny

4. "There's Something Else Going On" (Homeland, 409) 17 points
1st by Bonz

3. "The Promise" (Justified, 613) 30 points
1st by Jaydon

2. "The Mountain and the Viper" (Game of Thrones, 408) 34 points
1st by Cecil, Rizzo, Tippy, Brady, Lenny

and the Poolie goes to...

1. "Hardhome" (Game of Thrones, 508) 35 points
1st by T-time, Larry, Mags, Tyson, Marsh

This is the second time Game of Thrones has won for best episode, having also taken home the trophy for another great battle in "Blackwater" back in 2012.  Thrones now joins Survivor, It's Always Sunny, The Office, Friday Night Lights and Breaking Bad in the 10-Win Club.

Winner's Breakdown
1st: T-time, Larry, Mags, Tyson, Marsh
2nd: Jaydon, Tippy
3rd: Cecil
4th: Loose, Brady, Lenny
5th: Rizzo
No Vote: Jack, Bonz


Seinfeld Award - Comedy Series

The Seinfeld Award for Best Comedy Series
2009: The Office (NBC)
2010: Curb Your Enthusiasm (HBO)
2011: The Office (NBC)
2012: It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia (FX)
2013: It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia (FXX)
2014: It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia (FXX)

2015 Results

10. The Goldbergs (ABC) 6 points
4th by Loose, T-time, Jack

9. Brooklyn Nine-Nine (FOX) 11 points
2nd by Rizzo

8. Community (Yahoo) 11 points
2nd by Tippy

7. The Last Man on Earth (FOX) 13 points
2nd by Jack

6. New Girl (FOX) 14 points
1st by Tippy

5. Louie (FX) 19 points
1st by Larry, Tyson

4. Wilfred (FXX) 21 points
1st by T-time, Marsh

3. Veep (HBO) 23 points
2nd by Larry, Cecil, Brady

2. Silicon Valley (HBO) 34 points
1st by Mags, Brady, Lenny

and the Poolie goes to...

1. It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia (FXX) 35 points
1st by Loose, Jack, Jaydon, Cecil, Rizzo, Bonz

This is the fourth straight win for It's Always Sunny in the category, which is the second most wins ever by a show for a best series award (Survivor with 5).  It's Always Sunny has now won 13 overall Poolies, which is also second to Survivor's 18.

Winner's Breakdown
1st: Loose, Jack, Jaydon, Cecil, Rizzo, Bonz
2nd: T-time
3rd: Tippy
5th: Larry
No Vote: Mags, Tyson, Brady, Lenny, Marsh


Thursday, June 18, 2015

Cory Matthews Award - Lead in Comedy

The Cory Matthews Award for the Best Lead Character in a Comedy
2009: Tracy Jordan (30 Rock)
2010: Larry David (Curb Your Enthusiasm)
2011: Michael Scott (The Office)
2012: Larry David (Curb Your Enthusiasm)
2013: Nick Miller (New Girl)
2014: Dennis Reynolds (It's Always Sunny)

2015 Results

10. Jonah Takalua (Jonah From Tonga) 5 points
2nd by T-time

9. King Richard (Galavant) 5 points
3rd by Loose

8. Josh Gad (The Comedians) 6 points
3rd by T-time

7. Phil Tandy Miller (The Last Man on Earth) 13 points
2nd by Loose, Jaydon

6. Schmidt (New Girl) 14 points
2nd by Mags, Tyson, Lenny

5. Jake Peralta (Brooklyn Nine-Nine) 16 points
1st by Brady

4. Wilfred Mueller (Wilfred) 23 points
1st by Loose, T-time, Jack, Lenny, Marsh

3. Nick Miller (New Girl) 24 points
1st by Mags, Tyson, Tippy

2. Dennis Reynolds (It's Always Sunny) 25 points
1st by Larry, Jaydon, Cecil

and the Poolie goes to...

1. Charlie Kelly (It's Always Sunny) 27 points
1st by Rizzo, Bonz

This is Charlie's first win at the Poolies and its the second straight year It's Always Sunny has won in this category. This was his fifth nomination, having placed second in both 2013 and 2014.  Always Sunny now has 12 overall wins at the Poolies.

Winner's Breakdown
1st: Rizzo, Bonz
2nd: Larry, Cecil, Tippy, Brady
3rd: Jaydon, Mags, Marsh
No Vote: Loose, T-time, Jack, Tyson, Lenny


Arthur Spooner Award - Supporting in Comedy

The Arthur Spooner Award for the Best Supporting Character in a Comedy
2009: Kevin Malone (The Office)
2010: Leon Black (Curb Your Enthusiasm)
2011: Troy Barnes (Community)
2012: Troy Barnes (Community)
2013: Frank Reynolds (It's Always Sunny)
2014: Frank Reynolds (It's Always Sunny)

2015 Results

10. Todd (The Last Man on Earth) 7 points
2nd by Jack

9. Charlie Telphy (Blackish) 8 points
3rd by Jaydon

8. Ray Holt (Brooklyn Nine-Nine) 9 points
2nd by Rizzo, Marsh

7. Barry Goldberg (The Goldbergs) 11 points
1st by T-time

5. Richard Splett (Veep) 12 points
2nd by Larry, Bonz

5. Tom James (Veep) 12 points
2nd by Cecil, Brady

4. Jared Dunn (Silicon Valley) 17 points
2nd by Lenny

3. Winston Bishop (New Girl) 31 points
1st by Larry, Cecil

2. Frank Reynolds (It's Always Sunny) 34 points
1st by Jack, Rizzo, Bonz, Tippy

and the Poolie goes to...

1. Erlich Bachman (Silicon Valley) 41 points
1st by Loose, Jaydon, Mags, Tyson, Brady, Lenny, Marsh

This marks Erlich's first win at the Poolies and now the second overall victory for Silicon Valley.  Last season Erlich placed third in this category for the first season of the series.

Winner's Breakdown
1st: Loose, Jaydon, Mags, Tyson, Brady, Lenny, Marsh
2nd: T-time
3rd: Larry, Rizzo
5th: Bonz
No Vote: Jack, Cecil, Tippy


Wednesday, June 17, 2015

"The Dealership" Award - Comedy Episode

"The Dealership" Award for Best Comedy Episode
2010: "The Table Read" (Curb Your Enthusiasm, 709)
2011: "Threat Level Midnight" (The Office, 716)
2012: "Palestinian Chicken" (Curb Your Enthusiasm, 803)
2013: "The Cereal Defense" (It's Always Sunny, 810)
2014: "The Gang Breaks Dee" (It's Always Sunny, 901)

2015 Results

10. "Barry Goldberg's Day Off" (The Goldbergs, 214) 2 points
5th by Loose, Jack

9. "Knockoffs" (Broad City, 204) 4 points
2nd by Jaydon

8. "Modern Espionage" (Community, 611) 4 points
3rd by T-time, Lenny

7. "The Nod" (Blackish, 103) 8 points
2nd by Lenny

6. "Mommy Meyer" (Veep, 407) 14 points
2nd by Larry, Brady, Marsh

5. "Resistance" (Wilfred, 409) 17 points
1st by T-time, Lenny, Marsh

4. "The Gang Misses the Boat" (It's Always Sunny, 1006) 19 points
2nd by Jack

3. "The Gang Group Dates" (It's Always Sunny, 1002) 20 points
1st by Jaydon

2. "Some Friggin' Fat Dude" (The Last Man on Earth, 106) 22 points
1st by Loose, Jack, Brady

and the Poolie goes to...

1. "Charlie Work" (It's Always Sunny, 1004) 30 points
1st by Larry, Mags, Cecil, Rizzo, Bonz

This marks the third straight year that It's Always Sunny wins the best episode in a comedy honor, which is now the most in the category.  It's is the show's 11 win overall at the Poolies.

Winner's Breakdown
1st: Larry, Mags, Cecil, Rizzo, Bonz
2nd: T-time
3rd: Brady
4th: Jaydon
No Vote: Loose, Jack, Tyson, Tippy, Lenny, Marsh


Lily Finnerty Award - Worst in Comedy

The Lily Finnerty Award for the Character you love to hate in a Comedy
2009: Toby Flenderson (The Office)
2010: Susie Greene (Curb Your Enthusiasm)
2011: Gabe Lewis (The Office)
2012: Andy Bernard (The Office)
2013: Manny Delgado (Modern Family)
2014: Luke Dunphy (Modern Family)

2015 Results

10. John Mulaney (Mulaney) 1 point
5th by T-time

9. Laurie Keller (Cougar Town) 1 point
5th by Jack

8. Beverly Lincoln (Episodes) 5 points
1st by Bonz

7. Kimmy Schmidt (Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt) 6 points
2nd by Loose

6. Titus Andromedon (Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt) 10 points
2nd by T-time, Cecil

5. Tom Haverford (Parks and Recreation) 13 points
2nd by Jack, Mags

4. Coach Tagliaboo (New Girl) 16 points
1st by T-time

3. Rodney Ruxin (The League) 19 points
1st by Tippy

2. Luke Dunphy (Modern Family) 23 points
1st by Loose, Jack

and the Poolie goes to...

1. Manny Delgado (Modern Family) 36 points
1st by Larry, Mags, Tyson, Cecil, Rizzo, Brady, Lenny, Marsh

As Modern Family continues to be an awful sitcom, Manny and Luke remain awful with it.  Manny wins this award for the second time and Mod Fam takes it down for the third straight year.  The Emmy favorite is now tied with The Office for the most wins in this category.

Winner's Breakdown
1st: Larry, Mags, Tyson, Cecil, Rizzo, Brady, Lenny, Marsh
2nd: Bonz, Tippy
3rd: Jack
5th: Loose
No Vote: T-time, Jaydon


Tuesday, June 16, 2015

Phoebe Buffay Award - Female in Comedy

The Phoebe Buffay Award for Best Female in a Comedy
2009: Liz Lemon (30 Rock)
2010: Erin Hannon (The Office)
2011: Erin Hannon (The Office)
2012: Britta Perry (Community)
2013: Jess Day (New Girl)
2014: Mindy Lahiri (The Mindy Project)

2015 Results

10. Britta Perry (Community) 8 points
3rd by T-time

9. Jessica Huang (Fresh Off the Boat) 9 points
1st by T-time

8. Ilana Wexler (Broad City) 10 points
1st by Jaydon

7. Gabi Diamond (Young and Hungry) 10 points
1st by Loose, Jack

6. Gretchen Cutler (You're the Worst) 11 points
1st by Marsh

5. Lily Tucker-Pritchett (Modern Family) 11 points
1st by Mags, Tippy

4. Beverly Goldberg (The Goldbergs) 11 points
2nd by T-time, Jack

3. Mindy Lahiri (The Mindy Project) 12 points
1st by Tyson, Lenny

2. Selina Meyer (Veep) 15 points
1st by Brady

and the Poolie goes to...

1. Dee Reynolds (It's Always Sunny) 25 points
1st by Larry, Cecil, Rizzo, Bonz

Yeah, she's a bird.  But Dee Reynolds has also been grinding her way to a victory at the Poolies.  Her first win comes in her sixth year nominated.  Dee finished 7th (2010), 5th (2011), 3rd (2012), 4th (2013) and 2nd (2014) before taking home the trophy this season. Her win gives It's Always Sunny 10 overall Poolies, joining just Survivor, The Office, Friday Night Lights and Breaking Bad in the 10-Win Club.

Winner's Breakdown
1st: Larry, Cecil, Rizzo, Bonz
2nd: Jaydon, Tyson, Tippy, Brady
4th: Jack
5th: Loose
No Vote: T-time, Mags, Lenny, Marsh


Friday Night Lights Award - Drama Series

The Friday Night Lights Award for Best Drama Series
2009: Friday Night Lights (NBC/The 101)
2010: Friday Night Lights (NBC/The 101)
2011: Friday Night Lights (NBC/The 101)
2012: House (FOX)
2013: The Vampire Diaries (The CW)
2014: Mad Men (AMC)

2015 Results

10. Hart of Dixie (The CW) 2 points
4th by Jack

9. The Vampire Diaries (The CW) 4 points
3rd by Jack

8. Kingdom (Audience) 8 points
2nd by Loose, T-time

7. Orange is the New Black (Netflix) 9 points
2nd by Jaydon, Tippy

6. The Newsroom (HBO) 13 points
1st by Tyson

5. The Affair (Showtime) 16 points
2nd by Jack, Cecil

4. Mad Men (AMC) 17 points
1st by Jaydon, Mags, Brady

3. House of Cards (Netflix) 21 points
1st by Cecil, Tippy

2. The Leftovers (HBO) 21 points
1st by Loose, Jack, Larry, Rizzo

and the Poolie goes to...

1. Better Call Saul (AMC) 25 points
1st by T-time, Lenny, Marsh

Better Call Saul wraps up its first season with three wins at the Poolies, including a best drama series victory.  That's a pretty good start from the crew that dominated these awards the last few years with Breaking Bad.

Winner's Breakdown
1st: T-time, Lenny, Marsh
2nd: Brady
3rd: Loose, Jaydon, Cecil, Tippy
4th: Mags
5th: Jack, Larry
No Vote: Tyson, Rizzo, Bonz


Monday, June 15, 2015

Veronica Mars Award - Female in Drama

The Veronica Mars Award for Best Female Character in a Drama
2009: Julie Taylor (Friday Night Lights)
2010: Julie Taylor (Friday Night Lights)
2011: Macy Misa (Jonas)
2012: Rebekah Mikaelson (The Vampire Diaries)
2013: Sloan Sabbith (The Newsroom)
2014: Zoe Hart (Hart of Dixie)

2015 Results

10. Lisa Prince (Kingdom) 4 points
4th by T-time, Jack

9. Meg Rayburn (Bloodline) 8 points
1st by Mags

8. Taystee Jefferson (Orange is the New Black) 8 points
1st by Tippy

7. Shoshanna Shapiro (Girls) 8 points
1st by Bonz

6. Alison Bailey (The Affair) 10 points
1st by Cecil

5. Elena Gilbert (The Vampire Diaries) 12 points
2nd by Jack, Tyson

4. Sloan Sabbith (The Newsroom) 14 points
1st by Tyson, Lenny, Marsh

3. Peggy Olsen (Mad Men) 14 points
1st by Jaydon, Brady

2. Nora Durst (The Leftovers) 14 points
1st by Larry

and the Poolie goes to...

1. Zoe Hart (Hart of Dixie) 15 points
1st by Loose, T-time, Jack

This is Zoe's second straight win for best female in a drama and will be her last as Hart of Dixie finished up its four-season run this spring. She is now tied with Friday Night Lights' Julie Taylor for the most wins in the category.

Winner's Breakdown
1st: Loose, T-time, Jack
No Vote: Everyone else


Greg House Award - Lead in Drama

The Greg House Award for Best Lead Character in a Drama
2009: Tim Riggins (Friday Night Lights)
2010: Greg House (House)
2011: Eric Taylor (Friday Night Lights)
2012: Greg House (House)
2013: Don Draper (Mad Men)
2014: Klaus Mikaelson (The Originals)

2015 Results

10. Alvey Kulina (Kingdom) 2 points
4th by T-time

9. Wade Kinsella (Hart of Dixie) 6 points
2nd by Loose

8. John Rayburn (Bloodline) 9 points
1st by Mags

7. Norman Bates (Bates Motel) 9 points
2nd by Tyson

6. Don Draper (Mad Men) 11 points
1st by Brady

5. Kevin Garvey (The Leftovers) 12 points
1st by Rizzo

4. Damon Salvatore (The Vampire Diaries) 14 points
1st by Jack

3. Will McAvoy (The Newsroom) 15 points
1st by Larry, Tyson, Lenny, Marsh

2. Frank Underwood (House of Cards) 22 points
1st by T-time, Cecil, Tippy

and the Poolie goes to...

1. Jimmy McGill (Better Call Saul) 27 points
1st by Loose, Jaydon

This is Jimmy's first win at the Poolies and now the second for Better Call Saul.  He was never nominated as Saul on Breaking Bad.

Winner's Breakdown
1st: Loose, Jaydon
2nd: Jack, Cecil, Rizzo, Tippy, Brady, Lenny, Marsh
3rd: T-time
5th: Mags
No Vote: Larry, Tyson, Bonz


Sunday, June 14, 2015

Marissa Cooper Award - Worst in Drama

The Marissa Cooper Award for the Character you love to hate in a Drama
2009: Jason Street (Friday Night Lights)
2010: Ashley (Entourage)
2011: Kurt Hummel (Glee)
2012: Kurt Hummel (Glee)
2013: Hannah Horvath (Girls)
2014: Maggie Jordan (The Newsroom)

2015 Results

10. Maura Pfefferman (Transparent) 5 points
1st by Loose

9. Andrea Cornell (Secrets and Lies) 6 points
1st by Jack

8. Caroline Sackler (Girls) 7 points
1st by Jaydon

7. Scarlett O'Connor (Nashville) 8 points
1st by Tyson

6. Patti Levin (The Leftovers) 9 points
1st by Rizzo

5. Claire Underwood (House of Cards) 11 points
3rd by T-time, Larry, Tyson, Tippy

4. Debbie Gallagher (Shameless) 11 points
1st by Cecil

3. Bill Masters (Masters of Sex) 14 points
1st by T-time, Mags

2. Laurie Garvey (The Leftovers) 20 points
1st by Larry, Tippy

and the Poolie goes to...

1. Hannah Horvath (Girls) 21 points
1st by Bonz, Brady

This is Hannah's second time picking up the honors in this category, having also won in 2013. She is now tied with Glee's Kurt Hummel for the most wins for the Marissa Cooper Award.

Winner's Breakdown
1st: Bonz, Brady
2nd: Loose, T-time, Mags, Tyson
No Vote: Jack, Larry, Jaydon, Cecil, Rizzo, Tippy, Lenny, Marsh


Noah Hunter Award - Supporting in Drama

The Noah Hunter Award for Best Supporting Character in a Drama
2009: Ari Gold (Entourage)
2010: Ari Gold (Entourage)
2011: Ornette Howard (Friday Night Lights)
2012: Turo Escalante (Luck)
2013: Doug Stamper (House of Cards)
2014: Mickey Donovan (Ray Donovan)

2015 Results

10. Hank Rizzoli (Parenthood) 3 points
3rd by Jack

9. Jeff Fordham (Nashville) 6 points
2nd by Tyson

8. Ryan Wheeler (Kingdom) 6 points
3rd by Loose

7. Carl Gallagher (Shameless) 7 points
1st by Bonz

6. Roger Sterling (Mad Men) 11 points
1st by Jaydon, Brady

5. Cole Lockhart (The Affair) 12 points
1st by Jack

4. Jay Kulina (Kingdom) 12 points
1st by Loose

3. Lucas Pruit (The Newsroom) 15 points
1st by T-time, Marsh

2. Doug Stamper (House of Cards) 21 points
1st by Larry, Mags, Tyson, Cecil

and the Poolie goes to...

1. Mike Ehrmantraut (Better Call Saul) 22 points
1st by Tippy, Lenny

This is Mike's first win at the Poolies in the first season of Better Call Saul.  The show's predecessor, Breaking Bad, won 10 awards at the Poolies.

Winner's Breakdown
1st: Tippy, Lenny
2nd: Loose, T-time, Jaydon
3rd: Cecil, Brady
4th: Jack
No Vote: Larry, Mags, Tyson, Rizzo, Bonz, Marsh


Saturday, June 13, 2015

"One Wedding and a Funeral" Award - Drama Episode

The "One Wedding and a Funeral" Award for Best Drama Episode
2010: "Broken" (House, 601-602)
2011: "Always" (Friday Night Lights, 513)
2012: "Pilot" (Luck, 101)
2013: "Pilot" (Nashville, 101)
2014: "The Crocodile's Dilemma" (Fargo, 101)

2015 Results

10. "King Beast" (Kingdom, 110) 6 points
2nd by T-time

9. "1" (The Affair, 101) 7 points
1st by Cecil

8. "Cairo" (The Leftovers, 108) 9 points
2nd by Larry, Tyson, Tippy

7. "Time & Life" (Mad Men, 711) 12 points
2nd by Brady

6. "Contempt" (The Newsroom, 304) 12 points
1st by Larry, Tyson, Marsh

5. "Pilot" (The Leftovers, 101) 14 points
1st by Jack, Rizzo

4. "Lost Horizon" (Mad Men, 712) 15 points
1st by Jaydon, Mags, Brady

3. "Pimento" (Better Call Saul, 109) 17 points
1st by Tippy

2. "Morton's Fork" (Fargo, 110) 19 points
2nd by Loose, Mags

and the Poolie goes to...

1. "The Heap" (Fargo, 108) 26 points
1st by Loose, T-time, Lenny

This marks Fargo's second straight win for best drama episode and the second for the same season, its first run last spring/summer.  Fargo's first episode won at last year's Poolies, and while most of that first season aired during last year's time period, three episodes - including "Morton's Fork" and "The Heap" aired in June of this season, earning it a spot at this year's Poolies.

Winner's Breakdown
1st: Loose, T-time, Lenny
2nd: Jack, Rizzo
4th: Jaydon, Mags, Brady
No Vote: Larry, Tyson, Cecil, Bonz, Tippy, Marsh


Battle of the Network Stars Award - Reality Competition

The Battle of the Network Stars Award for Best Reality Competition Series
2009: American Idol (FOX)
2010: Survivor (CBS)
2011: Survivor (CBS)
2012: Survivor (CBS)
2013: Big Brother (CBS)
2014: Survivor (CBS)

2015 Results

10. The Voice (NBC) 3 points
2nd by Tyson

9. The Great Food Truck Race (Food Network) 3 points
3rd by Tippy

8. Utopia (FOX) 4 points
3rd by Larry

7. American Idol (FOX) 5 points
3rd by Jack

6. Bachelor in Paradise (ABC) 7 points
2nd by Lenny

5. Top Chef (Bravo) 9 points
1st by Lenny

4. The Amazing Race (CBS) 11 points
1st by Tyson

3. The Challenge (MTV) 14 points
1st by Jaydon, Rizzo, Marsh

2. Big Brother (CBS) 17 points
1st by Jack, Larry

and the Poolie goes to...

1. Survivor (CBS) 25 points
1st by Loose, T-time, Mags, Tippy

This marks Survivor's fifth win for best reality competition series and its 18th victory at the Poolies overall. It is one of just five series to have won multiple "best series" awards at the Poolies, joining Breaking Bad (3), It's Always Sunny (3), Friday Night Lights (3) and The Office (2).

Winner's Breakdown
1st: Loose, T-time, Mags, Tippy
2nd: Jack, Jaydon
3rd: Tyson, Marsh
4th: Larry
No Vote: Cecil, Rizzo, Bonz, Brady, Lenny


Friday, June 12, 2015

Terry Fator Award - Male in Reality

The Terry Fator Award for Best Male Contestant in a Reality Competition
2009: Dan Gheesling (Big Brother)
2010: Russell Hantz (Survivor)
2011: Rob Mariano (Survivor)
2012: Coach Wade (Survivor)
2013: John Cochran (Survivor)
2014: Tony Vlachos (Survivor)

2015 Results

10. Donny Thompson (Big Brother) 2 points
5th by T-time, Jack

9. Johnny Bananas (The Challenge) 2 points
5th by Larry, Marsh

8. Jesse Kovacs (Bachelor in Paradise) 3 points
1st by Lenny

7. Jeremy Collins (Survivor) 5 points
2nd by Tyson

6. Clark Beckham (American Idol) 9 points
2nd by Tippy

5. Wes Bergmann (The Challenge) 12 points
1st by Marsh

4. Joe Anglim (Survivor) 12 points
2nd by Mags

3. Caleb Reynolds (Big Brother) 23 points
1st by Larry, Jaydon

2. Zach Rance (Big Brother) 25 points
1st by Loose, T-time, Jack

and the Poolie goes to...

1. Mike Holloway (Survivor) 29 points
1st by Mags, Tyson, Tippy

Mike's win marks six years of domination by Survivor in the category, fending off worthy competitors Zach and Beast Mode Cowboy from this summer's Big Brother.  It's the third straight year and fourth time overall that a Survivor winner has won this category.  The series now has 17 overall victories, again, the most by far at the Poolies.

Winner's Breakdown
1st: Mags, Tyson, Tippy
2nd: T-time, Larry, Jaydon
3rd: Loose
4th: Jack
No Vote: Cecil, Rizzo, Bonz, Brady, Lenny, Marsh


James Zinkand Award - Worst in Reality

The James Zinkand Award for the Reality Competition Contestant you love to hate
2009: Margie and Luke (Amazing Race)
2010: Aaron Kelly (American Idol)
2011: Jacob Lusk (American Idol)
2012: Joshua Ledet (American Idol)
2013: Dawn Meehan (Survivor)
2014: Amanda Zuckerman (Big Brother)

2015 Results

10. Red Vanwinkle (Utopia) 1 point
5th by me

9. Rob Hospidor (Utopia) 5 points
1st by Jaydon

8. Devin Shepherd (Big Brother) 8 points
2nd by Marsh

7. Bella Chartrand (Utopia) 8 points
2nd by Larry

6. Daniel Seavey (American Idol) 10 points
1st by Tyson

5. Rodney Lavoie (Survivor) 11 points
1st by Lenny

4. AshLee Frazier (Bachelor in Paradise) 11 points
1st by Larry, Marsh

3. Jocasta Odom (Big Brother) 12 points
2nd by Jaydon

2. Frankie Grande (Big Brother) 18 points
1st by Loose, T-time

and the Poolie goes to...

1. Dan Foley (Survivor) 24 points
1st by Jack, Mags, Tippy

Dan's win gives Survivor its second victory in the category, having earned the trophy with Dawn Meehan's awful performance two years ago. American Idol still leads the category with three straight victories from 2010-12.  Survivor now has 16 overall wins, the most of any series.

Winner's Breakdown
1st: Jack, Mags, Tippy
2nd: Loose
3rd: T-time, Jaydon, Tyson
4th: Marsh
5th: Larry
No Vote: Cecil, Rizzo, Bonz, Brady, Lenny


Thursday, June 11, 2015

Kellie Pickler Award - Female in Reality

The Kellie Pickler Award for Best Female Reality Competition Contestant
2009: Sugar Kiper (Survivor)
2010: Parvati Shallow (Survivor)
2011: Haley Reinhart (American Idol)
2012: Jessica Sanchez (American Idol)
2013: Beatrice Miller (The X Factor)
2014: Aaryn Gries (Big Brother)

2015 Results

10. Nany Gonzalez (The Challenge) 4 points
4th by Jaydon

9. Victoria Rafaeli (Big Brother) 5 points
3rd by Jack

8. Sarah Rice (The Challenge) 8 points
1st by Marsh

7. Baylor Wilson (Survivor) 9 points
2nd by Mags, Tyson

6. Hali Ford (Survivor) 10 points
1st by Mags

5. Shirin Oskooi (Survivor) 10 points
2nd by T-time

4. Nicole Franzel (Big Brother) 14 points
1st by Larry

3. Jenn Brown (Survivor) 16 points
1st by Loose, Jaydon

2. Jax (American Idol) 17 points
1st by Jack, Tyson, Tippy

and the Poolie goes to...

1. Natalie Anderson (Survivor) 24 points
1st by T-time

This is the first win at the Poolies for Natalie. She was not nominated for her season on The Amazing Race with twin Nadiya.  This is the third time a Survivor contestant has won for female in a reality competition, but the first time since 2010.  It is the 15 overall trophy for the series, the most of any show at the Poolies.

Winner's Breakdown
1st: T-time
2nd: Larry, Jaydon, Tyson, Marsh
3rd: Loose
4th: Tippy
No Vote: Jack, Mags, Cecil, Rizzo, Bonz, Brady, Lenny


Zack and Kelly Award - Best Couple

The Zack and Kelly Award for Best Couple
2010: Desmond and Penny (Lost)
2011: Michael and Holly (The Office)
2012: Phil and Claire (Modern Family)
2013: Nick and Jess (New Girl)
2014: Damon and Elena (The Vampire Diaries)

2015 Results

10. Jamie and Claire (Outlander) 3 points
4th by Loose

9. Joel and Julia (Parenthood) 4 points
4th by T-time, Jack

8. Wade and Zoe (Hart of Dixie) 9 points
1st by Loose

7. Stan and Peggy (Mad Men) 11 points
1st by Jaydon, Brady

6. Jimmy and Gretchen (You're the Worst) 12 points
1st by Cecil, Marsh

5. Don and Sloan (The Newsroom) 13 points
1st by Larry, Tyson, Lenny

4. Damon and Elena (The Vampire Diaries) 13 points
1st by T-time, Jack

3. Schmidt and Cece (New Girl) 16 points
1st by Bonz

2. Sam and Gilly (Game of Thrones) 19 points
1st by Mags

and the Poolie goes to...

1. Phil and Carol (The Last Man on Earth) 20 points
2nd by Loose, T-time, Mags

This is obviously the first Poolies victory for Phil and Carol as a couple and the first overall for The Last Man on Earth following its premiere season.

Winner's Breakdown
2nd: Loose, T-time, Mags
3rd: Jack, Jaydon, Brady
No Vote: Larry, Tyson, Cecil, Rizzo, Bonz, Tippy, Lenny, Marsh


Wednesday, June 10, 2015

Chris Farley Award - Sketch Performer

The Chris Farley Award for Best Sketch Performer
2010: Bill Hader (Saturday Night Live)
2011: Bill Hader (Saturday Night Live)
2012: Fred Armisen (Saturday Night Live)
2013: Jason Sudeikus (Saturday Night Live)
2014: Keegan Michael Key (Key and Peele)

2015 Results

5. Aidy Bryant (Saturday Night Live) 2 points
3rd by T-time, Cecil

4. Amy Schumer (Inside Amy Schumer) 6 points
1st by Jaydon

3. Kyle Mooney (Saturday Night Live) 7 points
1st by Loose, T-time

2. Jordan Peele (Key and Peele) 22 points
1st by Jack, Mags, Tyson, Tippy, Brady

and the Poolie goes to...

1. Keegan Michael Key (Key and Peele) 23 points
1st by Larry, Cecil, Rizzo, Lenny

This marks Keegan Michael Key's second straight win in this category, which ties him with Saturday Night Live's Bill Hader for the most all-time. SNL has earned four wins in the category, while Key and Peele now has two.

Winner's Breakdown
1st: Larry, Cecil, Rizzo, Lenny
2nd: Loose, T-time, Jack, Mags, Tyson, Tippy, Brady
3rd: Jaydon
No Vote: Bonz, Marsh


Heroes Award - Worst Season

The Heroes Award for the Worst Season
2010: Heroes (NBC)
2011: Eastbound and Down (HBO)
2012: Terra Nova (FOX)
2013: Kroll Show (Comedy Central)
2014: Sons of Anarchy (FX)

2015 Results

10. Cougar Town (TBS) 2 points
4th by T-time

9. Archer (FX) 3 points
3rd by Rizzo, Brady

8. Transparent (Amazon) 5 points
1st by Loose

7. Nashville (ABC) 6 points
2nd by Larry, Tyson

6. Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt (Netflix) 6 points
1st by T-time

5. Mulaney (FOX) 7 points
2nd by Jack

4. Gotham (FOX) 9 points
2nd by Jaydon, Cecil, Tippy

3. The League (FXX) 17 points
1st by Mags, Lenny

2. Modern Family (ABC) 21 points
1st by Jack, Tyson, Rizzo, Bonz

and the Poolie goes to...

1. Sons of Anarchy (FX) 28 points
1st by Larry, Jaydon, Cecil, Tippy, Brady

This is the second straight win - or loss - for Sons of Anarchy in this category.  The series has four overall trophies at the Poolies, having won for best opening sequence back in 2010 and Gemma Teller picking up character you love to hate in an action honors last season.

Winner's Breakdown
1st: Larry, Jaydon, Cecil, Tippy, Brady
2nd: Loose, T-time, Lenny
3rd: Mags, Tyson
5th: Jack
No Vote: Rizzo, Bonz, Marsh