In this episode Sean spoke to commentator Benjy Rees about the new UKU competition structure. They discussed the merits of the new system, whether it will work and what parts might be here to stay. They also talked about the less obvious impacts that the system could have and whether players will like the drastic change from weekend tournaments, even if only for a season.
RUNDOWN
Sean talks about the recent announcement that WUCC will be in Cincinnati (0:56)
Benjy shares his initial thoughts on the new structure (5:09)
Weekend tournaments are what we're used to - what do you think of that? (6:54)
Are there similarities with this and BUCS league? Does the possibility for neutral venues offset that? (14:45)
How might this affect people joining nationally-spread teams as opposed to geo-teams? (22:19)
With far fewer games than at a weekend tournament, might we see smaller squads this season? Benjy also discusses the potential for less experienced players being given more structured roles (26:35)
Might single games mean more tailored and specific strategies since you can focus on one or two opponents? (30:45)
Do the teams in the National League look right? Sean talks about the specific cases of SMOG and Mighty Hucks, and a quick note of congratulations to RED (36:19)
What are your feelings on the Cup? Is the 3/2/3 split of League, Cup finalists and games to go right? (42:29)
The ELO league might have the best chance of sticking even when/if we return to weekend tournaments. What do you think of that? (45:50)
Does Benjy think the new system will stick around? (52:18)
How do we quantify success for this new system, what needs to happen for it to stick? (54:02)
