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BITCHING AND GRIPPING
07/02/08
I
have been away from the joy of competing and being with my
friends, much to my dismay ....and during this time...I am
really sad to see that something has developed around the fact
that we have "Masters." playing in our league.
I"m
not generally one who gets involved in the inter-personal
machinations of the league...I realize that not everyone is
going to get along....or particularly like everyone....but I'm
more than a little disappointed that anyone would suggest that
someone else should not be allowed to play because "she's
better" than anyone else....
I'm
in shock here ladies....if you never lose....you can never win!
These awesome players are the backbone of our learning
base...and you don't want to play them?
I've learned so much from them all. My game improves every
time I am given the opportunity to play with each one of "MY
Pool Goddesses!" It never fails, that either by watching or
asking...I learn something invaluable....that will help me
take my game to the next level. (that's right, you heard
it....OPPORTUNITY) I hunger for the time I get to play against
one of them....they raise my game play...that's also why I play
the guys...to improve my game .....I love to get better!
It
seems just slightly insane to think that because someone is
better they should not play with us lesser players. Especially
in a league such as ours that has such a huge equalizer....the
Handicap. And I know ...ooooo...money is involved....damn sam.
Well...we are given "weight" ladies...just like in a money
game... The lesser player gets the advantage...forcing the
better player ...to bring it! And they do...and it's
awesome...and I pray to God that it doesn't change... Shoooot!
Maybe someday one of them will be a pro...on Television. and
we'll be able to say "Hey, yeah, I played her....and she's my
friend....she kicks xxx! I learned so much from her!"
I
love playing pool and I dearly miss seeing you all...but if my
league that I've been part of for some 17 years...decides that
it doesn't want ...or more importantly, need these veteran
players....I am out.... Granted....I am only one person...but I
am really saddened by this whole stinky mess. The handicap more
than covers the difference....and the players need these
women....these teachers....
I
love my game...and I love my league....and I dearly love my
friends....
Please...see the benefits...because the negatives that you
see...really aren"t there....if you look at what you gain....
In order to be a great player....you have to know how to lose
well...as well as win well....and believe me I know...I've been
losing to these player for many years. but in doing so...they
taught me how to beat many others!
Claudia
Much love and respect,
06/25/08
If you want to drink and hang out and shoot some
pool while you're hanging out and drinking, this probably isn't
the league for you.
If you love the game, want to improve and be more
competitive – not just during league but any time you play pool,
and have a good time, this league is for you.
I want a league that welcomes novices and helps
foster a love of the game and a desire to improve.
I want a league where everyone is friendly and
respectful toward each other. Leave your attitudes at home!
Up-and-coming players shouldn't be afraid to
approach a veteran for questions or advice.
Veterans should give back by making sure they are
approachable, and being proactive in offering feedback or
suggestions.
I'd like to see the league explore other formats
for league and tournament play, such as A/B divisions, blind
draws for teams or trying out 7, 9 or 10 ball.
Anonymous
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