I am currently putting together a coalition of tournament hosts and leaders across the country with the intention of creating a single, new National Circuit. This Circuit is meant to be an independent circuit, made up of independent tournament hosts, and is intended to link together the country in the best way for this community as it stands.
This is not intended to be a replacement for MLG. It is decidedly different, and will be a set of regional circuits that all abide by certain policies to create a similar competitive environment. The independent community does not have the resources to run an MELEE-FC six times a year, nor can they afford to travel to them every time. By focusing on regional circuits first, opportunities will open up on a national level.
This is an independent effort by some of us that would like to see areas have increased participation, and to provide a way to compete at the highest level and be rewarded for it. It is meant to be an inclusive effort. I have tried to recruit leaders that I know of, and will attempt to include as many people as possible in whatever roles are available, though with this community I know there will likely be too many people wanting to step up rather than too few.
If a region is interested in forming a Circuit, then they may do so, though I am trying to cover major geographical areas rather than single states. The regional circuits will be modeled after the Midwest Circuit, which has been going for six months and has been a learning experience for all involved.
The Midwest Circuit has accomplished its goal, which was to focus and increase Midwest participation at regular events. While there have been controversies, there has been nothing outside of a normal growing process, and we will use the knowledge we gained from those events to help new Circuits along. I think that the creation of regional circuits will permanently benefit those regions, as they are a great way to grow the area.
I do not know if this will succeed or not, indeed, it is a great risk to even try. There will be those that support the idea and some that oppose it. For now, all I know is that there are some great leaders out there trying to help make this happen. I just figure, why not go for it?
Please stay tuned as our regional leaders start to make exciting announcements concerning your home region. I'd also like nominations for additional leaders, especially in the East, OR/WA/Norcal area and the SoCal/AZ area. I'm already talking with a few people, but your input is valuable to me.
Already on board with this project...
Northeast
Wes
Warrior of Zarona
omegawhitemage
Southeast PrinceZane
OurSaviorMarth
Mankosuki
South DoH
Dr Drew
Scav
Bluezaft
Midwest* KishSquared
AOB
Mathos
*Midwest is pending a council vote, but Jeff said to add them in. <_<
This is not intended to be a replacement for MLG. It is decidedly different, and will be a set of regional circuits that all abide by certain policies to create a similar competitive environment. The independent community does not have the resources to run an MELEE-FC six times a year, nor can they afford to travel to them every time. By focusing on regional circuits first, opportunities will open up on a national level.
This is an independent effort by some of us that would like to see areas have increased participation, and to provide a way to compete at the highest level and be rewarded for it. It is meant to be an inclusive effort. I have tried to recruit leaders that I know of, and will attempt to include as many people as possible in whatever roles are available, though with this community I know there will likely be too many people wanting to step up rather than too few.
If a region is interested in forming a Circuit, then they may do so, though I am trying to cover major geographical areas rather than single states. The regional circuits will be modeled after the Midwest Circuit, which has been going for six months and has been a learning experience for all involved.
The Midwest Circuit has accomplished its goal, which was to focus and increase Midwest participation at regular events. While there have been controversies, there has been nothing outside of a normal growing process, and we will use the knowledge we gained from those events to help new Circuits along. I think that the creation of regional circuits will permanently benefit those regions, as they are a great way to grow the area.
I do not know if this will succeed or not, indeed, it is a great risk to even try. There will be those that support the idea and some that oppose it. For now, all I know is that there are some great leaders out there trying to help make this happen. I just figure, why not go for it?
Please stay tuned as our regional leaders start to make exciting announcements concerning your home region. I'd also like nominations for additional leaders, especially in the East, OR/WA/Norcal area and the SoCal/AZ area. I'm already talking with a few people, but your input is valuable to me.
Already on board with this project...
Northeast
Wes
Warrior of Zarona
omegawhitemage
Southeast PrinceZane
OurSaviorMarth
Mankosuki
South DoH
Dr Drew
Scav
Bluezaft
Midwest* KishSquared
AOB
Mathos
*Midwest is pending a council vote, but Jeff said to add them in. <_<
hooray for good ideas
