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Nehkara · 08-12-2008, 04:41 PM

I believe that if we want to become a nation that competes consistently to be a top 5 country in the medals, then we have to make a serious contribution to our athletes. They need to be able to train all year without worrying about money. You make that a reality for them and we will win more medals.

I'm not sure you can put a price on national pride and inspiration. I believe we need to make a serious effort to put forth well-trained, well-funded, and well-prepared athletes.

David Ford from Kayaking is a good example. He finished 6th (including a penalty that no one could figure out) but said that he missed the final training camp before the Olympics because his funding was pulled. They said he was "too old".

If that penalty, which no one can figure out, was taken off he would have been 4th. Bet with that last training camp he would have been at least 3rd.

08-12-2008, 04:41 PM	#145
Nehkara Franchise Player Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada Exp:	I believe that if we want to become a nation that competes consistently to be a top 5 country in the medals, then we have to make a serious contribution to our athletes. They need to be able to train all year without worrying about money. You make that a reality for them and we will win more medals. I'm not sure you can put a price on national pride and inspiration. I believe we need to make a serious effort to put forth well-trained, well-funded, and well-prepared athletes. David Ford from Kayaking is a good example. He finished 6th (including a penalty that no one could figure out) but said that he missed the final training camp before the Olympics because his funding was pulled. They said he was "too old". If that penalty, which no one can figure out, was taken off he would have been 4th. Bet with that last training camp he would have been at least 3rd. __________________ Huge thanks to Dion for the signature!