I know it might be radical, but as far as the introduction of "new blood" why do we get hung up on it being youngsters??
We all know it's quite an expensive hobby to start up (if you plan to compete at a reasonable level) and not many youngsters have the type of cash or a willing parent that can part with the cash.
Plus to run at regional level, you've got the need for transportation to the events. Nationals more oftern than not you'll need accomodation, even if it's just camping gear. Then there's the long Sunday meetings, the day before a school day.
Wouldn't we better looking at targetting the 20+ age group that are going be a better fit to the criteria of an ideal newcomer??
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