Sponsor For US Mosconi Cup Team

[Celtic]

I would send SVB only to Japan. He's the only guy who can expect to cover expenses and then some.

On that me and SJM disagree. I think that Bergman could benefit greatly from exposing himself to the international scene and higher level of competition. I think he has shown of late that he has the potential to compete on a higher stage, but the only way he will continue to improve his game and get to the next level is by stepping up to that next tier of competition.

Will Bergman cover his expenses? Maybe not. Would he come back having learned things he can use to elevate his game further? Definitely. Will he and SVB have a stronger sense of "team" if they travel there and play in the same event and support each other? Absolutely.

 

[RunoutJJ]

If Bucky Souvanthong is nationally born he should be on the team next year

 

[PINKLADY]

I would send SVB only to Japan. He's the only guy who can expect to cover expenses and then some. Further, it's not about tuning up for the Mosconi, but instead about allowing a player who has committed himself to playing the full contingent of major events across the globe to continue doing so.

why is SVB not going?
no promos are planned.
there's no money for promos.
Shane didn't attend the 2 promos that they did have this year.

(Europe's going & they will have 12hrs more jet-lag than Shane.)

 

[sjm]

On that me and SJM disagree. I think that Bergman could benefit greatly from exposing himself to the international scene and higher level of competition. I think he has shown of late that he has the potential to compete on a higher stage, but the only way he will continue to improve his game and get to the next level is by stepping up to that next tier of competition.

Will Bergman cover his expenses? Maybe not. Would he come back having learned things he can use to elevate his game further? Definitely. Will he and SVB have a stronger sense of "team" if they travel there and play in the same event and support each other? Absolutely.

I suspect we are of one mind on the value added by playing the WPA overseas events but for those without significant sponsorship, it's a lot to ask.