23-04-2014, 05:12 PM
Very fair points raised by Matt. There are good reasons for not sending U8 and U10 to the pinnacle events as suggested by Matt on the post above and by myself on the post third from bottom on page three of this thread.
However, there are positive aspects to consider also.
1/ If we don't have established U8/ U10 internationalists it becomes more difficult to select U12 and above. Experience of this level of event is extremely useful but not vital.
2/ Some juniors that have competed at younger international age brackets have become an integral part of the Scotland squad. They are also very active players on the congress scene.
3/ The Scotland international junior squad has a "togetherness" and camaraderie that has been built up over many years. We are a small squad and everyone understands that we need to work hard together to get results. New recruits are made most welcome.
However, there are positive aspects to consider also.
1/ If we don't have established U8/ U10 internationalists it becomes more difficult to select U12 and above. Experience of this level of event is extremely useful but not vital.
2/ Some juniors that have competed at younger international age brackets have become an integral part of the Scotland squad. They are also very active players on the congress scene.
3/ The Scotland international junior squad has a "togetherness" and camaraderie that has been built up over many years. We are a small squad and everyone understands that we need to work hard together to get results. New recruits are made most welcome.