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Mathis: Interesting option of having the teams be simply "professional" and not nation-based. This could be a way to make teams more even, but I see several problems with this. #1, everyone wants to r... ”
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Mathis: Sorry for the delay in getting back to you! Thanks for your comments! Even though you may not have as much experience with USA track and field, your perspective from Europe is valued and much ... ”
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SwedishBasteve: It does seem that a lot of parents are afraid that their kids will be over-worked, or develop permanent injuries from jogging a mile on a grass field. However, I DO think this culture ... ”
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Voice of Reason: I don't think anybody is complaining that the American public "just doesn't get it", or that the current situation is anybody's fault. Rather, the discussion is about HOW we can impro... ”
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RANDO! - Agreed that length of the event is not necessarily a problem. The problem is keeping the fans interested and entertained. This is done with some of the tactics you mentioned: improve the fram... ”
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The comments are just getting better and BETTER! GREAT stuff people...this is exactly what I was thinking about when I said "lets talk this out". If you keep posting, I'll keep responding. Thanks agai... ”
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Greg - Agree with you about track commentators and coverage. That should be a priority. - Great point about HS Track participation not being a completely honest indicator of interest in the sport. How... ”
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HighSchoolRunner: Pro Track League...How would you set up the teams? By region? Would there be FULL track teams from the 100m to the hammerthrow? This idea has been thrown around before, and if a sche... ”
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Zac Sweers: - Agreed that the publicity is low right now. When's the last time anybody saw a commercial for a track meet that is going to be on TV? You would think ESPECIALLY for a track meet that com... ”
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Alex Villiva: Great great points. I am totally onboard with the lack of good coverage for US meets. I am almost to the point where I think televised Track Meets (as they are done in the US) are actual... ”
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Troy Allen: I agree 100% with your views on Television and the connection it makes with viewers. Track absolutely needs to be on TV more. HOWEVER, I think the presentation is absolutely CRITICAL. If T... ”
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Thanks for the comment Raptors88! I agree, it is frustrating when people think of your passion as not even a "real sport". However, I disagree that distance running doesn't have the "glamor" to be exc... ”
