[Brandon Holley]

Originally Posted by Jon Stratis

Please note that rule only applies if the pits are open. If an event determines specific times that the pits are closed (for example, during opening/closing ceremonies), then the pits are closed. Many volunteers want to see the ceremonies, but we can't if we're stuck back in the pits ensuring the safety of everyone there.

I guess for me the ultimate goal should be just creating a pleasant and consistent experience event to event. This will help greatly with the tensions that can arise with team expectations and event expectations not being in the same place. If every event is (very close to) the same, then everyone can be on the same page with expectations, but thats certainly not the case as it is now.

Why put specific criteria in verbiage for the rules with a header of "DURING CEREMONIES" that specifies how to handle national anthems if the pits are closed? To me, its an event circumventing the rules, which goes back to my above point of creating a consistent experience for all teams in all locations.

Just my 2 cents on the manner as someone with perspective on both sides of the fence.

-Brando