[Strange Brew]

Originally Posted by Mango

This is the sad truth of the scenario.

Unless you play the CSA's game, you will have your media access revoked. It's been getting worse over the years. Certain journalists/broadcasters are purposely left off of media releases, conference calls, and if you do ask for interviews, officials want to "vet" questions -- a big no-no for any sports governing body.

Without going into a massive rant, the lack of accountability is tremendously worrisome.

All that aside, the lack of friendlies for both the men and women ahead of these major tournaments makes no sense. They don't have to be on home soil where logistics can be a bit more difficult in the winter with outdoor stadiums, but BC Place does offer a sanctuary during the cold months. If not in Canada, plan them somewhere else.

Enough already. People aren't drinking the kool-aid anymore about being having the "most connected" squads, etc. etc. The proof is in the pudding and these results stink.

Wow. This is just shocking.