Azone41 Posted June 26, 2006 Share Posted June 26, 2006 Looks like it will be Nov 30th thru Dec 3rd. Anyone plan on going? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gwhiz Posted June 26, 2006 Share Posted June 26, 2006 Where????????? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shred Posted June 26, 2006 Share Posted June 26, 2006 Hmm.. I had planned on going, but that's not exactly party season in Shreveport.. Maybe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck Anderson Posted June 26, 2006 Share Posted June 26, 2006 I had considered it but I'll be shooting the Ft. Benning 3-Gun Match that weekend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joseywales Posted June 26, 2006 Share Posted June 26, 2006 (edited) Looks like it will be Nov 30th thru Dec 3rd. Anyone plan on going? That's during my annual 'break from shooting' period...so I'll probably have to miss A4 this year. Bummer for me, as it's always been a really fun match. Edited June 26, 2006 by joseywales Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reneet Posted June 26, 2006 Share Posted June 26, 2006 According to who and where? Looks like it will be Nov 30th thru Dec 3rd. Anyone plan on going? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bayoupirate Posted June 26, 2006 Share Posted June 26, 2006 +1 on Reneet. Tired of hearing rumors and speculation. Would appreciate if we could get some straight answers directly from the Leadership. Not Shooting A4 during PEAK Hunting Season. Good luck to all! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Genghis Posted June 26, 2006 Share Posted June 26, 2006 I'll probably be there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waltermitty Posted June 26, 2006 Share Posted June 26, 2006 I don't know. Am I already entered? Where are the applications and checks my buddies and I sent in to be squadded together? One member said he got his check back, anybody else? The Area 4 email kicks back as undeliverable. Is there anybody here that knows Hicks that can either get an update posted to the Area 4 website (as promised) or tell us what the straight scoop is? I don't mean to disrespect your post Azone41, but where is your information coming from and why isn't this kind of announcement coming through the USPSA structure that exists to administrate major matches? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Azone41 Posted June 26, 2006 Author Share Posted June 26, 2006 This is a copy of the email from TXIPSC: The word came down today from Ken Hicks that Area 4 will happen on Nov 30-Dec 3. See you at the range Keith Thats all I know Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vincent Posted June 26, 2006 Share Posted June 26, 2006 This same email went out an the texassouthsection email list. It says: ---------- I heard third hand that: "The word came down today from Ken Hicks that Area 4 will happen on Nov 30-Dec 3." Just letting you know. ---------- Still sounds like rumor to me. Hopefully it will be confirmed or denied soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reneet Posted June 26, 2006 Share Posted June 26, 2006 I've spoken with Jim and Kay and neither of them have consulted with an Area 4 representative concerning those dates for use of the Shootout Range. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
revchuck Posted June 26, 2006 Share Posted June 26, 2006 I've spoken with Jim and Kay and neither of them have consulted with an Area 4 representative concerning those dates for use of the Shootout Range.Renée - That might mean that the A4 match will be somewhere else.OTOH, it could just be bad info. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waltermitty Posted June 26, 2006 Share Posted June 26, 2006 This same email went out an the texassouthsection email list. It says:---------- I heard third hand that: "The word came down today from Ken Hicks that Area 4 will happen on Nov 30-Dec 3." Just letting you know. ---------- Still sounds like rumor to me. Hopefully it will be confirmed or denied soon. Sounds like a faxed memo from the TANG to me. Have Dan and Mary had a chance to look at this? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barrettone Posted June 26, 2006 Share Posted June 26, 2006 (edited) I received this email from the RM for Area 4 requesting help with a memo from Ken Hicks attached: Howdy everyone! I am looking for staff for the Area 4 match. Any help will appreciated. Thanks Tom Drazy ----- Original Message ----- From: Ken Hicks To: 'Tom Drazy' Sent: Wednesday, June 21, 2006 10:05 PM Subject: RE: Aera 4 match I finally got a date that does not conflict with anyone else here in A4, 11-30 thru 12-3. I will have new apps. On the web in a few days. Thanks Kenneth Hicks Area 4 Director/USPSA (***)-***-**** cell (edited out) (***)-***-**** home (edited out) area4@uspsa.org Looks authentic to me!!! Jeff Edited June 26, 2006 by Barrettone Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waltermitty Posted June 26, 2006 Share Posted June 26, 2006 It's an obvious fake. Everybody knows Ken can't use email... ...although the spelling of "Aera 4" matches the shirt I paid good money for last year... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sfinney Posted June 26, 2006 Share Posted June 26, 2006 OK.... next question....... where? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shred Posted June 27, 2006 Share Posted June 27, 2006 Far south TX might be nice that time of year. A little far for Ken & co to travel though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cautery Posted June 27, 2006 Share Posted June 27, 2006 (edited) 1) I am VERY happy that we have a "When:" 2) It'd be great for me if it is indeed in Louisiana. But bottom line is this... Irrespsective of the who, what, when , where, and how et al. surrounding the event this year, I plan to be there. I look forward to shooting and working the match. I want to thank IN ADVANCE all of the folks that are (and will be) involved in putting the match on. I know that I am the "new guy' on the block and all, but if my opinion counts for anything to anyone, I just want to say this... All that REALLY matters is what we do today and tomorrow to make this a top notch event... safe, fun, and challenging. Everything else is just "white noise".... distracting and non-productive. I'm in... and would encourage all to adopt the same attitude, especially those for whom Area 4 is "home". Edited June 27, 2006 by cautery Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wakal Posted June 27, 2006 Share Posted June 27, 2006 (edited) I've been on the Area (Aera?) 4 match staff for years, setting up the prize table and happily shooting the match. As posted in the other A4 thread, no longer. Even if I was in America, I still won't shoot Area 4 until Ken is out of the picture. His complete failure to competently handle what was a fairly smooth running match, failure to maintain open lines of communication, and outright deceit ("...no hotel space available", a line of...manure...that was instantly and completely debunked and posted about at length right here on this forum), indicates that Ken isn't up to the challenge of a major match. I'll keep my money reserved for someone who can keep up with the game. Sad, really. Alex Edited June 27, 2006 by Wakal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike4045 Posted June 28, 2006 Share Posted June 28, 2006 With the date change I might beable to make it this yr. Last time was back in2000 so I think I it's time to give it another try. Will it still be in LA? Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wakal Posted June 28, 2006 Share Posted June 28, 2006 Who knows? It isn't like Ken shares reliable information with anyone. Although, after tonight's meeting of the San Angelo Gun Club, the SAGC is happy to offer the use of their range for the exact same terms that Clark Range has been giving to Hicks for years. Five thousand dollars. One week. No setup, staff assistance, or teardown help at all. Although Fred says he will allow access for longer than one week, if pressed Alex Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Genghis Posted June 28, 2006 Share Posted June 28, 2006 We need to keep in mind that just like all of our RO's, MD's, and other officers, Ken is a volunteer, and he's giving up his time so we can shoot. Very few people can stay on top of things in their volunteer jobs as well as they have to in their real jobs. A4 last year was my first major match, and despite the "trial by fire," I had a great time. I plan to be there this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wakal Posted June 28, 2006 Share Posted June 28, 2006 ...and if you can't handle the job you volunteer for, you should step down and let someone else volunteer who can handle it... Using that weak argument is disingenious and insulting to all the hardworking and dedicated volunteers across the country who are...putting on matches without cancelling due to (verified and proven) deceit, keeping in contact with their staff and "customers"... Alex Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reneet Posted June 28, 2006 Share Posted June 28, 2006 We need to keep in mind that just like all of our RO's, MD's, and other officers, Ken is a volunteer, and he's giving up his time so we can shoot. Very few people can stay on top of things in their volunteer jobs as well as they have to in their real jobs. +1 Ken owns his own business and is very busy as I hear it. I know I don't have the time or desire to step into his shoes as area director. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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