Morphy wrote on Dec 1
st, 2021 at 6:39am:
Couple thoughts...
Theres been some concerns that its already so difficult to bring people in to competition. What about allowing tennis balls as a viable option for the first 5 levels? This would make it much easier for some to take part. Especially those stuck in urban areas.
Also, instead of going above 50 meters how about using smaller targets for above level 10? It could be as simple as a cut piece of cardboard, leather or rubber. 50 is a good distance for judging spin control but when you go much further it puts too much emphasis on power with accuracy which a target ranking system isn't really testing. I think it would definitely be a detriment towards women or really even anyone who doesn't practice at longer ranges.
Thanks for the input. Yes you are probably right regarding the ammo, and it shouldn't be a problem anyway. (Adjusted the proposal accordingly)
Also changed level to league... It sounds a bit better to my ears, but let me know what you think.
Regarding the leagues above 10, I personally think it's more important to stretch the range, as both accuracy and power are important aspects of slinging. If it was a test purely for accuracy, the distance would stay the same, but you would have a target with concentric rings for scoring (like in archery).
Also, if your good enough to get past League X, you've probably dedicated your life to slinging (+ far and away the best in the world), and won't be bothered by the 'inconvenience' of finding a place that you can sling 10 or 20m further.
Just my tuppence.