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And don't, DONT, put it on a golf course, or throw ropes around everything.
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Point taken, but he was otherworldly and Ricky has overtaken him as best in the world. Sucks that expectations are that high, and possibly unfair. But I want to see him be that crazy dominant 2015 version again.
I'll take quality over quantity.
It was just a month ago that Paul dominated the field in the Masters Cup. And was one throw away from winning the BSF. I wouldn't worry about him too much. If Paul dominates the European Open then we could easily say he's the best in the world again.
Really enjoyed the CCDG videos. I know I'm a tad bit hard on Ian's vocal delivery (and no personal flame, or anything devious intended, just voicing my opinion!) but...Cory...wow....he has quickly moved to my top 3 disc golf commentators. His clear vocal delivery combined with astute knowledge of fairways, throws, etc, was very impressive in their world's coverage. Well done!
That's productive.
Do you feel that the World Championship ought to be exactly the same format is every other A-Tier? That it should not differentiate itself? Did I suggest that it was an easy undertaking?
"This beer isn't my favorite."
"Then brew your own, asshat."
"Productive."
I'm guessing part of the issue is it seems Cory's been the one traveling while Ian is still back home; Ian's made a couple references to Skype, so I'd guess they're skyping him in, which is seriously going to mess with the sound quality.
A lot of the complaints about Worlds not being distinguished from other tournaments could say something about the quality of the other tournaments. I hate comparing to ball golf but here I go. Lots of PGA events are filler. But they also have the Memorial and The Players and other tournaments that are top-notch events, just not majors. The majors are most distinguished by name, not features (apart from the one that never moves location). And the one that sometimes sets itself apart, the US Open, tends to do so by making questionable decisions (the equivalent, for example, of making every putt a death putt on every hole).
If Worlds has lost some distinction I think it's because overall tournament quality has risen. BSF is to Worlds, like The Players is to the US Open. It's quality spread throughout and hopefully quality at Worlds as well, even if that quality doesn't seem above and beyond special.
On the note of losing distinction - For me it was reducing the amount of rounds and the lack of live coverage. All discussed to no end in this thread.
Yup Cory runs the show when I can't travel. Does a phenomenal job! CCDG wouldn't cover half of what we do without that guy. MVP status. Agreed he's great on commentary too!
I encourage you to listen to feedback from the actual competitors regarding the distinction of this year's Worlds. It may have been the best Worlds ever for them for amenities, flymart, players packs, entertainment, etc. Your gripe is strictly non-attendee spectator based which is not top priority IMO.
Amenities? Flymart? Players packs? Entertainment? Who did you talk to that said ANY of that?
Nobody, I said it "MAY" have been the best Worlds ever because of those things, but you chose to grade its distinction solely on the number of rounds played and live coverage. There is more to the Worlds experience than your personal entertainment.
"Johnny Disc Golf" has really stepped into his own as an announcer. He can do both color and play-by-play, and his inflection seems to have no particular regional influence, except maybe his 'totally' in response to Ian's insight which is really nothing.
Perhaps a 3-man booth with Sexton to give a pro's perspective? opcorn: