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@Velocio
First post says nothing about promoting community and everything about just giving an easy banner for people to congregate under, and an air of responsibility such that we can get access to facilities that might not just let a mob in.
And extending that, that we would encourage anyone who is a member to try out any sport they like, and support them in doing so (by giving them a banner to ride under that is very much in the spirit of "Fuck it, I'll give it a try").
After that... if people want to compete and push themselves hard, we'd be the first to recommend other clubs who take things more seriously. We're a springboard, we'll open some doors, and then we'll get out of the way.
But for those who don't want to take things seriously, welcome.
But none of the above says we'll promote the club far and wide, we'll just support you in doing whatever you want by giving you a convenient banner to ride under.
Ultimately, the club isn't about me, and isn't about the organisation of the club... just like the forum, it's about you guys, the individuals and people.
I'd rather project very little onto you, through the club, and let you guys shape it into whatever you want it to be.