Ok... I took the challenge from Timbo.

I spoke with Gary this morning and had a very positive conversation. Gary certainly has points of view on many of the issues we hold near and dear and I believe him that he has voiced them privately to USSA while serving in the past.

He is now in a public listening mode (as Timbo discovered) and based on my conversation I believe he is a good listener. I believe he is going to do his best to further the sport as the next USSA president. He clearly recognizes the need and opportunity for leadership.

He promises to read any well thought out suggestions that individuals or organizations wish to send him during this period. We have a month or so to get some thoughts together. So, you need to make your proposal, support the argument and send it to him. I wish him well and he certainly deserves my support.

Mark Schneider