- Dec 13, 2017
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But with all we now know about xsmall, the dynamic changes. Of course, teams could do the reverse, compete as small with a couple of extra members if they wanted too I suppose. Either way, the xsmalls that will be competing at worlds as small will be competing during the season in a way that they will not be competing at worlds.
In thinking of this, there are 3 gyms I can think of immediately that are very small (3-4 teams in total) that are effected by the larger gyms competing in xsmall during the season.
Their very loyal and dedicated athletes have stayed with them through thick and thin because they are such a close, tight-knit family. They won't gym-hop out of loyalty and they just so happen to have a number of level 5 athletes that the xsmall division is perfect for. Some of these teams may or may not get a Worlds bid and the 2-day competitions may be their only opportunity for success. With the heavily stacked teams from larger programs in the xsmall division, the intent of the division is completely lost. I believe it was created to support smaller gyms so they have success and get the chance to grow their gyms. And it gives those very dedicated athletes a true opportunity to be competitive at worlds.
In thinking of this, there are 3 gyms I can think of immediately that are very small (3-4 teams in total) that are effected by the larger gyms competing in xsmall during the season.
Their very loyal and dedicated athletes have stayed with them through thick and thin because they are such a close, tight-knit family. They won't gym-hop out of loyalty and they just so happen to have a number of level 5 athletes that the xsmall division is perfect for. Some of these teams may or may not get a Worlds bid and the 2-day competitions may be their only opportunity for success. With the heavily stacked teams from larger programs in the xsmall division, the intent of the division is completely lost. I believe it was created to support smaller gyms so they have success and get the chance to grow their gyms. And it gives those very dedicated athletes a true opportunity to be competitive at worlds.