Hi Chuck -
I don't think there's any disconnect in comparing elite amateur athletes
of any kind kind against elite radiosport competitors.
Anyone can participate in events which would allow them to qualify for
the Olympics - activities which are "solely a hobby", no? Happy
coincidence: It's the same with Amateur Radio contesting/radiosport!
Any Ham can enter an event, and even better, can compete directly
against the world-class competitors, and has the potential to win if
they're good enough.
Sadly, and I think this is SOOOO unfair, one must be a child to
participate in the Little League World Series. Not unexpectedly, the
kids competing on the LLWS DO receive a fair amount attention regarding
their credentials, background, etcetera. On the whole, this isn't a bad
thing; it helps keep the cheaters out - and there HAVE been instances of
cheating.
Hope you have a wonderful weekend,
73,
Steve
NN4X
EL98jh
KI9A@aol.com wrote:
> You are serious? Comparing The Olympics to radiosport? Wow.
> Lets see, one is a HOBBY, that any ham can enjoy, one is an event that
> ONLY world class athletes can enjoy.
> This thread is getting more assinine as the days go by1
> 73- Chuck KI9A
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