[JaneYoung]

Realizing that the haterade focus in this thread is on the winning teams, I think there continues to be a lot of areas in teams that require some edumacation.

For one, what is a "big boys" team?

I've recently had a young team approach me and talk to me about different regionals and how the impact of individuals makes a huge difference in the attitudes of teams. How sexism in teams in one competition is dealt with swiftly and professionally, whereas sexism and remarks in another competition is never dealt with.

This is a team that is very successful in recruiting and retaining young women on their team. Travel to events creates a lot of opportunity for discussions and, in the end, they are glad that they don't have to deal with that type of haterade, locally.

So - sip away and while you're sipping - be aware of the different flavors and if your own cup is half empty or half full when thinking in terms of team built.

Jane