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I may be old school but 20 years ago I made sure to remember every sponsor that helped me get to the podium. Even if I had to look down at my bike or my jersey, helmet, sleeves, etc. I took it very serious to mention everyone. Even if it's self serving, you make yourself look better by remembering everyone that helped you get there. Once you hit teen years and get to the 85's/supermini and above, you're getting a LOT of help. I was just surprised it seems to happen constantly on the podium at LL's. Maybe I'm out of touch because we used to race nearly every weekend and now it seems they race 4-5 times a year so we were more trained on it. Even local events that meant nothing, the top 3 always went out of their way to mention or promote sponsors.
Just my personal opinion, nothing more, if the company is on the bike, on the gear, on the trailer or whatever, or we just straight up know who's using what, why do I need to hear every single person and brand involved in a program? Especially the little kids, they have enough to deal with. Little 4 year old just worked his ass off, thanking Bell helmets, 100%, Monster Energy, Thor, and a whole laundry list of names... it's painful.
I get thanking Mum and Dad, your team, your trainer maybe, even Jesus if that's your thing, although to me that is a little cringey at a public sporting event (I understand that's a bit different in the US, and it is their right to do so, I'm not complaining) but I'm sure I'm not the only person who switches off entirely when they start rattling off names?
When you have a 10-20 name list from everybody in attendance it's gone too far, surely?
Seem's to me a lot of kids say they are sponsored by XYZ company just to sound more credible?
People are so fast to be critical of others these days without ever giving them the benefit of the doubt.
I’m sure many are super nervous as well. I know I had a hard enough time speaking in front of my classmates that I saw every day when it was time to do presentations in school.
The one thing I would like to point out was the girl who won 11-16 Girls. Kyleigh Stallings. Wow. She was pure class. That's one of the best podium speeches you will see all year. From anyone. Including the pros. No wonder she already has a Monster deal and some big time sponsors. That's what some riders should be working on. Actually selling the brands when you get a chance to, not just rattling off a hundred brand names at a million miles an hour. No one cares.
In contrast though, the girl who finished third in the same race who couldn't get up on the podium cos she was in tears sobbing, devastated at her third place finish. WTF. Like WHAT THE ACTUAL FUCK ??? You've just finished third at Loretta's in the first moto, are still a huge chance to win a championship and you are too upset to speak to Weege cos you finished third and need to go back to your pit. Are you actually serious??
People need to remember that these are kids and we really have no idea what is the backstory. I remember a local kid that when he lost his dad would actually beat him. He raced pro but never reached his potential.
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How in the world can you not judge a young person who is in the middle of the largest hormonal changes in their life as if they are an adult with years of life behind them dealing with life’s ups and downs?!?!?!?!?!
Seems sort of soft and squishy to me……
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I don't know the situation so I will refrain from skewering the girl. Hell, I didn't even pick on high school girls when I was in High School.
So we have to put decals on our graphics, so what. It's the least we can do. I also make sure my son conducts himself like a professional because that's what he is working to be. He's a shy kid so it takes some effort for him to be an extravert. Although he's only 12, he's fully aware what he needs to do in order to receive support. It's part of the game per se. My son had to do a promotional video for one of his sponsors and he did it with out question because they reached out to us. Knowing how shy my kid is, I thought it was cool. He sucked it up and did the video. To be completely honest, I think thanking people who help your kid/you has to be done. If someone takes the times to support a kid, then I feel we own it to them to show our appreciation. Why wouldn't we? My son has had some of the same sponsors since he was on 50's. We look at it as being part of their family. Some of his sponsors, I can call and talk to them directly. Not many people can do that. As an example, there's an oil shortage (i.e. stuck on a boat somewhere). My son is sponsored my Motorex, I picked up the phone and called "the guy." Long story short, I had enough oil to last a season shipped to my door, no questions asked. He wished my son and I good luck and that was it. The average person would not be able to do this. My point, there's advantage of knowing people. So we thank them. We have also gotten stuff before the "normal" rider does. I'm also very fortunate to know a few current pros so that helps as well. In the end, give the kids a break when they are thanking people who support them! This sport is not cheap so every little bit helps and adds up. Just my take.
If she upset you by doing that then go grab a tissue and cry with her.
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Crying = lack of professionality.
And dude, it's an amateur meet. There's absolutely no reason to act 'professionally'.
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