Change Age Group or Add more

*Epyon0015* · 06/14/2006, 12:17 AM

Its about time to Change or Add age gourp. Maybe -10, 11-18, & 19+ or -10, 11-14,15-18, & 19+. Majority Player are 15+. It maybe time for change for next year

ryanvergel · 06/14/2006, 12:21 AM

Agreed,
I support 12-, 13-17, 18+... just like Japan.

Flaming_Spinach · 06/14/2006, 12:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Epyon0015

Its about time to Change or Add age gourp. Maybe -10, 11-18, & 19+ or -10, 11-14,15-18, & 19+. Majority Player are 15+. It maybe time for change for next year

Are you saying we need to alter the age groups just so 15+ does not dominate the attendance numbers so much?

Sounds like a flawed way of doing things to me.

PS. 11-18 wouldn't work. 11-14 is already dominated by the 13 and 14 year-olds. Increasing the limit of that age group by 4 years would likely be a disaster.

JandPDS · 06/14/2006, 01:53 AM

Pokemon needs a senior division for us old folks. Last year no one over 20 was in the top 4 at
worlds.

I would like to see 10 and under 11-15, 16-20 and 21 and up.
This would also end the Top8/Top 16 debate once and for all.

NoPoke · 06/14/2006, 02:16 AM

30+ It must be obvious that the only extra division needed is 30+

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Epyon0015: I'm not dismissing your suggestions its just that there is another factor from the the darker side of our society. I don't think we will ever see an ADULT division at worlds. Even the mearest hint of single older males and young children would place the brand at risk :(

IMHO POP want worlds to be seen as a FAMILY event. We wont see any decisions that might move OP away from a family friendly and kid safe environment. No matter what the merit of changing the age groups from a players point of view, I don't see it happening if it moves us away from family values.

Don't forget that there is already an 18+ event. Make that two 18+ events as there was one in Europe too this year.

Way to go POP.

KG1337 · 06/14/2006, 04:21 AM

I support the 12-. 13-17, and 18+ just because a least around here, we usually get less than 10 people for 10- and 11-14 even at gym challenges :/

NoPoke · 06/14/2006, 04:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KG1337

I support the 12-. 13-17, and 18+ just because a least around here, we usually get less than 10 people for 10- and 11-14 even at gym challenges :/

and where I am we are mostly 10-. if everywhere had very few 10- or 14-players then your arguement would be sound.

*annisarich* · 06/14/2006, 04:46 AM

12-
13-17
18+

30+ and I brought a kid to play (not eligible if you have won a premier event besides pre releases/ smaller prizes)

The Gorn · 06/14/2006, 06:22 AM

I agree with the 30+ division.

And we shouldn't be playing for scholarships. Let the kids work for those themselves.

sceptilerancher · 06/14/2006, 07:09 AM

11-under,12-15,16+

cmon cmon cmon!

Poliwag92 · 06/14/2006, 07:19 AM

every age gets its own division.

Who has those 100+ year old parents/grand parents that they can win a trip for?

*jesschow12* · 06/14/2006, 08:15 AM

actually its not the problem with age group,its their brains that matters whether is it working and thinking how to play properly.I prefer u to make another thread regarding additional format instead of this age group...

raikou33 · 06/14/2006, 08:41 AM

I like the age groups how they are now my sister has done well in 10- and she just turned 11 so now im happy she gets to increase her level of play, while im in the 15+ and i like to be more challanged being able to play anyone over the age of 15, i dont want it to be 18+ because thats where i see most of the challange and me being 17 wont be able to compete against them for another year

_Cookie · 06/14/2006, 08:50 AM

10- , 11-17. 18+ not everyone can pull out $200 for an LBS deck

sceptilerancher · 06/14/2006, 08:53 AM

11-17...

Ignatious · 06/14/2006, 10:33 AM

i like 12-, 13-17, (maybe) 18-21, 22+
i like the idea of an 18-21 age group because thats the age were kids start thinking about/going to college, and is the age group that is most interested in scholarships. if not, i like 12-, 13-17, 18+

*yoshi1001* · 06/14/2006, 10:41 AM

12- is rather inttimidating to young kids who have to go against 12-year-olds.

David's Confused Pokedad · 06/14/2006, 11:38 AM

If it ain't broke don't fix it.

sceptilerancher · 06/14/2006, 11:44 AM

12-15 is kool idea me tinx

*Ditto* · 06/14/2006, 11:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by David's Confused Pokedad

If it ain't broke don't fix it.

Who said it wasn't broke?

homeofmew · 06/14/2006, 11:51 AM

there needs to be a seperation between
20 yr olds and 40 yr old 40 yr old have more money.
it should be
something like
12-, 13-16, 17-20, 21-35, 36+

college student can not pull off an LBS DECK EITHER

Absoltrainer · 06/14/2006, 11:53 AM

I agree with you tina about the 40s and the 20 BUT don't forget that if a kid has rich parents it makes no difference.

Adam Garcia · 06/14/2006, 11:59 AM

just keep it as it is........Its fine right now if we did need to change it make it japans way

*Epyon0015* · 06/14/2006, 12:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Gorn

I agree with the 30+ division.

And we shouldn't be playing for scholarships. Let the kids work for those themselves.

I agree with him. We need more age groups. if you are old then 20 you dont get a scholarship. Lets the kids have them. It would be nice to play people of the same age or older.

I hate to see a Perant take away a kids chance for a Scholarship.

NoPoke · 06/14/2006, 12:09 PM

Parents can transfer scholarships just like any other scholarship winner.

30+ You know it makes sense ;p

06/14/2006, 12:17 AM	#1
Epyon0015 Images: 47	Change Age Group or Add more Its about time to Change or Add age gourp. Maybe -10, 11-18, & 19+ or -10, 11-14,15-18, & 19+. Majority Player are 15+. It maybe time for change for next year __________________ Trade List Top 16 California State

06/14/2006, 12:21 AM	#2
ryanvergel Images: 1	Agreed, I support 12-, 13-17, 18+... just like Japan. __________________ r

06/14/2006, 01:53 AM	#4
JandPDS Images: 4	Yes more age groups Pokemon needs a senior division for us old folks. Last year no one over 20 was in the top 4 at worlds. I would like to see 10 and under 11-15, 16-20 and 21 and up. This would also end the Top8/Top 16 debate once and for all. __________________ 2nd Burien CC '08, T16 Northwest RC '08, 1st Bremerton MD PR '08, 2nd Renton SBR '08, T4 Renton CC '09, 1st Seattle CC '09, T16 Washington SC '09, T4 Burien FBR '09 1st Bremerton U PR '10, T4 Renton SBR '10 1st Seattle SBR '10, T4 Marysville CC '10 2nd Renton CC '10, T8 Oregon States '11, 1st Burien SBR '11, T4 Redmond FBR '11 T4 Lakewood CC '11, T8 Renton CC '12 T4 Renton FBR '12, T8 Bremerton CC '12

06/14/2006, 02:16 AM	#5
NoPoke Images: 6	30+ It must be obvious that the only extra division needed is 30+ =========================================== Epyon0015: I'm not dismissing your suggestions its just that there is another factor from the the darker side of our society. I don't think we will ever see an ADULT division at worlds. Even the mearest hint of single older males and young children would place the brand at risk :( IMHO POP want worlds to be seen as a FAMILY event. We wont see any decisions that might move OP away from a family friendly and kid safe environment. No matter what the merit of changing the age groups from a players point of view, I don't see it happening if it moves us away from family values. Don't forget that there is already an 18+ event. Make that two 18+ events as there was one in Europe too this year. Way to go POP. Last edited by NoPoke; 06/14/2006 at 02:25 AM.

06/14/2006, 04:46 AM	#8
annisarich Images: 4	12- 13-17 18+ 30+ and I brought a kid to play (not eligible if you have won a premier event besides pre releases/ smaller prizes) __________________ Proud parent of Pokemon Playing Kids who are growing up. Wow over a decade of pokemon. Thats why my hair is grey! OldPokes.comThe place for Mature Pokemon Players

06/14/2006, 04:21 AM	#6
KG1337	I support the 12-. 13-17, and 18+ just because a least around here, we usually get less than 10 people for 10- and 11-14 even at gym challenges :/ __________________ -THE Ajay

06/14/2006, 06:22 AM	#9
The Gorn Blog Entries: 1	I agree with the 30+ division. And we shouldn't be playing for scholarships. Let the kids work for those themselves. __________________ The Pokemon Fraternity - Epsilon Epsilon Epsilon Epsilon Epsilon Epsilon Epsilon Kappa (Eeeeeeek)

06/14/2006, 07:09 AM	#10
sceptilerancher	11-under,12-15,16+ cmon cmon cmon!

06/14/2006, 07:19 AM	#11
Poliwag92	every age gets its own division. Who has those 100+ year old parents/grand parents that they can win a trip for? __________________ Team Marriland My Trading thread Pokegym Quote of the Week: "btw the drugs were sooooo good."

06/14/2006, 08:41 AM	#13
raikou33	I like the age groups how they are now my sister has done well in 10- and she just turned 11 so now im happy she gets to increase her level of play, while im in the 15+ and i like to be more challanged being able to play anyone over the age of 15, i dont want it to be 18+ because thats where i see most of the challange and me being 17 wont be able to compete against them for another year __________________ "One shall stand, one shall fall!" Haves/Wants Refs

06/14/2006, 08:50 AM	#14
_Cookie	10- , 11-17. 18+ not everyone can pull out $200 for an LBS deck __________________ (awesome traders in bold)refrences: lilgroundon, shadowofmodor,fchangus2,Switchc2390, MadHatter, Poliwag92, Niqu3, http://www.pokegym.net/forums/showthread.php?t=34256

06/14/2006, 10:33 AM	#16
Ignatious	i like 12-, 13-17, (maybe) 18-21, 22+ i like the idea of an 18-21 age group because thats the age were kids start thinking about/going to college, and is the age group that is most interested in scholarships. if not, i like 12-, 13-17, 18+

06/14/2006, 10:41 AM	#17
yoshi1001 Images: 8	12- is rather inttimidating to young kids who have to go against 12-year-olds. __________________ Listen to PIRN! The Pokemon Internet Radio Network. We have tons of Pokemon Music, along with interviews with major players in the Pokemon world. Now in CD quality! Latest Song Parody: Dewott You Do League Leader-Pegasus Games-Madison, WI

06/14/2006, 11:38 AM	#18
David's Confused Pokedad	If it ain't broke don't fix it.

06/14/2006, 11:44 AM	#19
sceptilerancher	12-15 is kool idea me tinx

06/14/2006, 11:51 AM	#21
homeofmew Images: 15	there needs to be a seperation between 20 yr olds and 40 yr old 40 yr old have more money. it should be something like 12-, 13-16, 17-20, 21-35, 36+ college student can not pull off an LBS DECK EITHER __________________ [ homeofmew \|Christine "Tina" Michie] [Masters Division \| Houston, Texas/ USA] [Fly For Fun \|Server: Tanuki \| Guild: Triumph\| 150 Hero Ranger/Crackshooter] [#2 Ranger/Tanuki] [#2 Ranger/ All Servers]

06/14/2006, 11:59 AM	#23
Adam Garcia Images: 2	just keep it as it is........Its fine right now if we did need to change it make it japans way

06/14/2006, 12:09 PM	#25
NoPoke Images: 6	Parents can transfer scholarships just like any other scholarship winner. 30+ You know it makes sense ;p

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