Saw this article today on The Race Club website. Since we have so many Texas Exes (GO HORNS beat SC!) on here, I was wondering what the opinions were on his comments.
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At least good for some gripping discussion, Lord knows we need a good "spirited" discussion on here...
Originally posted by mikeh
Matt, I find your post fascinating. In my opinion, there should be awards for every age grouper that does a "best time" (this mkay necessitate the creation of a database of some sort), and an award given to the swimmer who cut the largest percentage from his/her previous best time. Those kids are champions too.
I think this is the problem with youth athletics today, namely everyone gets a trophy for showing up so no one gets the sniffles. You should get a trophy or medal for 1st - 3rd place, or whatever is designated, not for just participating or swimming faster than before. You are only a champion if you win.
Originally posted by mikeh
Matt, I find your post fascinating. In my opinion, there should be awards for every age grouper that does a "best time" (this mkay necessitate the creation of a database of some sort), and an award given to the swimmer who cut the largest percentage from his/her previous best time. Those kids are champions too.
I think this is the problem with youth athletics today, namely everyone gets a trophy for showing up so no one gets the sniffles. You should get a trophy or medal for 1st - 3rd place, or whatever is designated, not for just participating or swimming faster than before. You are only a champion if you win.
