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Maybe Robbo and Nick could answer this?
Could you please give us your neutral opinion? I know you have them (opinions)
Regards
Frank Vallée
If you guys step away from the fact that you are in the EXL league, and look at it from "our" angel.
Could you please give us your neutral opinion? I know you have them (opinions)
Regards
Frank Vallée
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duffistuta
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AFAIK the EXL, like the NXL, is a locked league and there will be no promotion or relegation.
Whether the board decides to open it up to include more teams depends on how this season goes, what TV/Dick Clarke/Richmond/the board decides is best, etc.
I'm really surprised at the amount of negativity being chucked about here - I'm all for hammering the Mill. when they deserve it, but in this instance I think they've made quite a bold move that could do great things for European Paintball. I don't agree with all the changes personally, and I really feel for Hardcore, but overall I think the Mill. have made a ballsy decision.
Just my 2p's worth.
Whether the board decides to open it up to include more teams depends on how this season goes, what TV/Dick Clarke/Richmond/the board decides is best, etc.
I'm really surprised at the amount of negativity being chucked about here - I'm all for hammering the Mill. when they deserve it, but in this instance I think they've made quite a bold move that could do great things for European Paintball. I don't agree with all the changes personally, and I really feel for Hardcore, but overall I think the Mill. have made a ballsy decision.
Just my 2p's worth.
I think 3 divisions makes for broader abilities between teams, so should be interesting. Can't wait to see who opt's for which Division.
One thing I have found to be a shame is lack of any mention (thus far), of either a player body or recognition of the EPA. It maybe argued by some that the EPA was shot in the foot by Player Apathy, but let us not forget that 3 people took it upon themselves to try and sort something out, whilst trying to juggle work and team commitments. I'd have liked to see a move by the Millennium Committee to recognise the needs of players at ALL levels, as these are the lifeblood of a particular niche sporting activity. A prod from this level (although I've seen the argument to the contrary), would I think have given such a body a much needed shot in the arm.
Such a committee should have taken the fore on issues such as rule infringements, seeding (there you go Itchy, sign up if not already), and representing the interests of all teams to the Committee, not necessarily just the big 8 Franchised teams (as they now appear). The Millennium series and to some extent the MLT forum, is not the preserve of just the top few pros or group of 8. Of course these people have alot to say and valuable opinions, but the other 95% of teams playing these Major League Tournaments have as much right to pass comment on the series.
Don't get me wrong I think a Super League playing EXL is a good thing, however I see a group of 4 within the 8 already as the real showcase of Euro Talent (I maybe wrong as a year is a long time in Paintball as already a certain new Pro team has proved), this I hope will generate interest in the Sport and further promotion. By going with a group of 8 for 2004, the door on the NXL / DCP Benjamin Franklins has not been slammed, and this was a wise move to seize this Olive Branch whilst it still existed. However noble, it may be to have a Euro Only series, you've got to respect the committee for having the cojonnes of going this (possibly unpopular route) route. If paintball is ever to be a commercial sporting success, 2004 will probably prove to be a watershed in terms of how the game is played (although that's said every year ). If it looks good, plays good (by pitting pro vs. pro), and is exciting maybe we'll stand a chance of reaching out to TV bucks, although how long this opportunity lasts after 2004 is anybodies guess. That saying major Bummer for hardcore.....
One thing I have found to be a shame is lack of any mention (thus far), of either a player body or recognition of the EPA. It maybe argued by some that the EPA was shot in the foot by Player Apathy, but let us not forget that 3 people took it upon themselves to try and sort something out, whilst trying to juggle work and team commitments. I'd have liked to see a move by the Millennium Committee to recognise the needs of players at ALL levels, as these are the lifeblood of a particular niche sporting activity. A prod from this level (although I've seen the argument to the contrary), would I think have given such a body a much needed shot in the arm.
Such a committee should have taken the fore on issues such as rule infringements, seeding (there you go Itchy, sign up if not already), and representing the interests of all teams to the Committee, not necessarily just the big 8 Franchised teams (as they now appear). The Millennium series and to some extent the MLT forum, is not the preserve of just the top few pros or group of 8. Of course these people have alot to say and valuable opinions, but the other 95% of teams playing these Major League Tournaments have as much right to pass comment on the series.
Don't get me wrong I think a Super League playing EXL is a good thing, however I see a group of 4 within the 8 already as the real showcase of Euro Talent (I maybe wrong as a year is a long time in Paintball as already a certain new Pro team has proved), this I hope will generate interest in the Sport and further promotion. By going with a group of 8 for 2004, the door on the NXL / DCP Benjamin Franklins has not been slammed, and this was a wise move to seize this Olive Branch whilst it still existed. However noble, it may be to have a Euro Only series, you've got to respect the committee for having the cojonnes of going this (possibly unpopular route) route. If paintball is ever to be a commercial sporting success, 2004 will probably prove to be a watershed in terms of how the game is played (although that's said every year
). If it looks good, plays good (by pitting pro vs. pro), and is exciting maybe we'll stand a chance of reaching out to TV bucks, although how long this opportunity lasts after 2004 is anybodies guess. That saying major Bummer for hardcore.....
Ahaaa, I see Duffy made exactly the same post as me, but albeit slightly more economical on the wordage
Short posts are overrated.
I like pretty much everything else Millenium came up with, it's just that part about not preserving a division for new teams that strikes me as odd. Then again, I'm not entirely sure the release really says promotion/relegation actually extends down to DIII.
I like pretty much everything else Millenium came up with, it's just that part about not preserving a division for new teams that strikes me as odd. Then again, I'm not entirely sure the release really says promotion/relegation actually extends down to DIII.
GOT IT!!!
I know... the US has PSP (inc Xball) AND the NPPL. Both appear to be doing very well in their own respective areas (ie, 1 doing purely 7 man, the other catering for 10 man and providing X-ball, etc). Both have their foot in the door with respect to TV deals.
SO... The MS isn't catering for everyones needs. We need a new, seperate series in addition to the MS!!! SIMPLE!!!!
Right. Who's rich?
D.
I know... the US has PSP (inc Xball) AND the NPPL. Both appear to be doing very well in their own respective areas (ie, 1 doing purely 7 man, the other catering for 10 man and providing X-ball, etc). Both have their foot in the door with respect to TV deals.
SO... The MS isn't catering for everyones needs. We need a new, seperate series in addition to the MS!!! SIMPLE!!!!
Right. Who's rich?
D.
Uhm...
Richer than me anyway, although probably getting less so with each passing season.
The Millenium Board?
Richer than me anyway, although probably getting less so with each passing season.
So you want a rich philanthropist willing to throw good money after bad, i.e. boring to watch, dull counterpunch paintball.......
Perhaps you better get marrying some old ladies