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Originally Posted by Addick
So the actions of the opposition's fans and not the abilities, or lack thereof, of our players is the reason why Canada hasn't been in the HEX since '97? If the States wasn't qualifying with relative ease then your theory might hold some water. However, I think it is quite clear that the best way to beat these countries would be to ensure that we assemble teams with a sufficient amount of quality.
Basically, we need to elevate our game not bring it down to their level.
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So you're saying that if we had more world class players we'd do better? Well that's a shocker.
Te fact of the matter is that when you're not a superior opponent in terms of skill you need to take the advantages where you can, and you certainly don't allow your opponent to take advantage of situations while you let them pass by. If that means engaging in some gamesmanship that's exactly what should be done. Canadians seem so worried about being polite that they'd rather see their teams be made to look foolish than stand up for themselves.