Canada Nil Points
#31
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Click on the 'Latest Programme' audio link (top right on the page, next to Andy Murray pic) for an interesting analysis regarding British sport success (or lack of it).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/programme...is/7560358.stm
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/programme...is/7560358.stm
#32
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The social dynamic here is one of appreciation for participation and effort, rather than winning being the be-all and end-all approach that our closest neighbour's support. It visibly carries over into the way talented kids are nurtured through the sports system here. It's a very difficult thing to change, as it requires quite a change in the population's attitude as to why sport is important.
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Mind you, it's in my mindset to curse at every one of them loudly and mime a deadly serious decapitation motion which they smile inanely at.
Ain't cultural differences fun.
#33
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Eureka! - You've knocked it on the head and just explained to me why the Canucks in my Volleyball team are a bunch of lackadaisical twats! It's in their mindset to lose every single point; clap mindlessly at a piss-poor attempt; and have the audacity to shake each others hands after losing 25-2 and say "Good game." WTF???
Mind you, it's in my mindset to curse at every one of them loudly and mime a deadly serious decapitation motion which they smile inanely at.
Ain't cultural differences fun.
Mind you, it's in my mindset to curse at every one of them loudly and mime a deadly serious decapitation motion which they smile inanely at.
Ain't cultural differences fun.
#34
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I don't know if you've attended many large sporting events here (like an NHL game, for instance), but my observation is that crowds lack passion and it's more about meeting a buddy, having a beer and a hot dog rather than being vociferous in support of your team. It always seems strangely subdued and a little bit genteel.
#35
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Eureka! - You've knocked it on the head and just explained to me why the Canucks in my Volleyball team are a bunch of lackadaisical twats! It's in their mindset to lose every single point; clap mindlessly at a piss-poor attempt; and have the audacity to shake each others hands after losing 25-2 and say "Good game."
Perhaps in Australia the population feels it is more important to be seen to be successful in sports on the international stage?
It's great to see Team GB members doing well after implementing training improvements and financial support for sportspeople, but why should we care how we compare to other countries in terms of medal tallies?
Last edited by acer rose; Aug 15th 2008 at 11:49 am.
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Re: Canada Nil Points
I don't know if you've attended many large sporting events here (like an NHL game, for instance), but my observation is that crowds lack passion and it's more about meeting a buddy, having a beer and a hot dog rather than being vociferous in support of your team. It always seems strangely subdued and a little bit genteel.
The one thing I do miss is the singing. I guess that is because most of the singing at a football (soccer) match is while the ball is being kicked around aimlessly in midfield. As soon as the team get onto the attack the singing breaks down into a vociferous roar. In hockey the puck rarely spends more than a few seconds in centre ice so there is no time to get much of a song going.
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As for the medal count, does anyone really care that much? It's the summer games. Canadians spend the summer camping by a lake and drinking beer. If there were a medal for that we'd be nailed on certs.
If we don't do well in 2010 there will be hell to pay.
If we don't do well in 2010 there will be hell to pay.
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Re: Canada Nil Points
I don't know if you've attended many large sporting events here (like an NHL game, for instance), but my observation is that crowds lack passion and it's more about meeting a buddy, having a beer and a hot dog rather than being vociferous in support of your team. It always seems strangely subdued and a little bit genteel.
#41
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I don't know if you've attended many large sporting events here (like an NHL game, for instance), but my observation is that crowds lack passion and it's more about meeting a buddy, having a beer and a hot dog rather than being vociferous in support of your team. It always seems strangely subdued and a little bit genteel.
Too soon though to write off Canada at the Olympics, Eric Lamaze, the only competitor on more drugs than his horse, is in with a chance.
#42
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Just thought I would in a hot potato regarding Canada's dismal performance at the Summer Olympics so far since no one seems to be talking about it on the forums (unless I am blind).
I think this cartoon in the Sun today says it all
http://www.winnipegsun.com/Comment/C...8/15/dewar.jpg
I think this cartoon in the Sun today says it all
http://www.winnipegsun.com/Comment/C...8/15/dewar.jpg
CLAY PIDGEON SHOOTING IS NOT A SPORTING ENDEAVOUR - AND IT'S NOT ENTERTAINING TO WATCH EITHER.
BASEBALL SHOULD NOT BE AN OLYMPIC SPORT, FOR OBVIOUS REASONS.