Netters
Wayne wrote:
> Why are these types of clubs and athletes so rare now? One reason for
> the paucity of clubs may be ironically, the Amateur Sports Act of 1978.
I can see how this had an effect on clubs. But I am wondering how
much the road racing boom hurt the club track & field program.
Looking at the time period that Wayne talked about (1971-1991) seems
to have coincided with the running boom.
Also though Brian wrote this several days ago I have to disagree with
his statement that an athlete who hasn't made his mark by college
then he never will.
It may be more true in the sprints but not in distances or walks you
never know who is going to pop up in their 30's. Look at Christine Clark
who not only won the trials but then silenced any doubters with another
PR at the Games. I didn't start really being able to hold my own until I
was 30 + nor did my coach. I rattle off dozens of athletes like that.
