Chris,
You're a class act and I look forward to getting to know you and your family. You're going to be tough; you have natural talent and drive, which is a real good combo. But you are also willing to listen to advice, which is big for a rookie in this deal. Let the veterans help you, which they will, we have some great guys coming back. You will be amazed at the bonds you make if you are willing.
Feel free to contact me anytime and I will try help you prepare. The games at the Finals are much, much bigger, but nothing you can't handle.
John
P.S. Bring Morgan to Arkansas, I know a great fly fishing creek for kids only...she would be ruined after fishing it.

We have one more week and one more qualifier to go before the field is set for the big show. For all the Guy's and possibly Gal's that are going to be competeing in the final qualifier, good luck. Spend this week doing fine tuning practice,and have fun with it. If you have kids, invite them to practice with you. Keep your eye on the big picture and the rest will fall into place.

Coop

Thanks for the comment John,
and you are so right about putting in the time. I went this weekend and bought my first fly rod ever. I bought a Hobbs Creek 8'6" 5 weight with my American Express gift card. I had no idea you could actually catch fish on such tiny little hooks. Been in the backyard all day casting it. My 6 year old little girl (Morgan) has shown a real interest in it as well. She may be the one to watch out for in a few years. Again, I would like to thank yall for putting this event on, and for giving us an opportunity to compete with such great people..

SEMPER FI,
Chris Reed

I am going to miss my regional do to weather... i have had three flight delays which will put me in independence at today one pm. i was suppose to be there last night at 11pm. i dont know if you guys are gonna let me run through the course which is to bad i really wanted to compete

Who won in Independance? Congrats to you guy's. Hope I get to meet you. It sounds like there's more new blood going to dogwood.

John,
Who are the top three from independance?

Congratulations Jay, Good job on making it back. Can't wait to see you in Sept.

Coop

brian
well i left friday at 11am and was suppose to be kansas city at 10pm that evening... my flight had three lay overs each one was delayed or had mechanical problems...i took seven different flights didnt get to sleep but i made it... i arrived in kansas city at 130pm on saturday and i made it to the competition at 245pm... i dont remember the names of the winners but there was a tie for first place(one had competed at grapevine)first places score was 21 and 3rd was 38... unfortunately i finished 4th with a 46 but i put my wildcard in so you never know... i also heard you called and thats why the waited and i wanted to say thankyou... competing was great i would also like to thank the blue crew for waiting

LeoBrown
Glad you made it to KC inspite of all the challenges.
As more and more of us have to fly to sporting vacations it seems a natural to have the "Airport scramble" as an event in the TOC competition. Last minute gate changes, dealing with security checks, (trying to figure out what to do with the Leatherman's tool you forgot was in your carry-on), catching a connecting flight, etc......