There is a "big picture" here that John, myself and others have that seems to be missed in this discussion......a pride and desire to represent our country.
I don't want to "dis" my local club and I'm not trying to piss off the foreign teams or FINA but the reality is in an International competition we have the oppuruntiy to elevate the recognition of our sport world wide if we we're to creat natonal teams for these events.
As John pointed out to Allen its also for fun.....even if the reality is that people would have to accept being on A, B, C relays etc. (I have been on our "B" mixed medley the last couple of years in Co and had a great time trash talking with the A relay and making bets!).
I think there is merit to exploring this wit FINA, hopefully Nancy can chime in on ths discussion!
There is a "big picture" here that John, myself and others have that seems to be missed in this discussion......a pride and desire to represent our country.
I don't want to "dis" my local club and I'm not trying to piss off the foreign teams or FINA but the reality is in an International competition we have the oppuruntiy to elevate the recognition of our sport world wide if we we're to creat natonal teams for these events.
As John pointed out to Allen its also for fun.....even if the reality is that people would have to accept being on A, B, C relays etc. (I have been on our "B" mixed medley the last couple of years in Co and had a great time trash talking with the A relay and making bets!).
I think there is merit to exploring this wit FINA, hopefully Nancy can chime in on ths discussion!
