However, please allow me to suggest an alternative that might just work:
Play games to 15 points the next three to six months. In comparison to the 11 point games you have played it would seem longer and less stressful. Then go to 13 points games, etc., until you reach the 11 points games. This may be a better transition for you. If you do not like it after trying, then by all means revert to the 21 point games.
it took international players about 6 months to adjust. It may take other players longer. But whatever you do promise me that you will keep on playing and enjoying our game.
Sincerely,
Adham Sharara
President .
Sir;
I didn't know who I should talk to about this, and I don't want to sound rude to you in any way. I just want to get this off my chest.
I've been playing for many years but just recently upgraded my equipment to a real nice paddle from paddle palace. I never thought I could play this good. And, with the 40mm ball...wow, even better.
I'm afraid however, that I've given up the game since trying the 11 point game. It's absolutely the worst thing that could have happened to the game.
It's like playing half of a game...well, it is half a game I should say. My victories are not satisfying, and my losses really hurt because I know with 11 more points I could make up a slow start of a game.
I do admit that it's leveled the playing field somewhat. I would consistently beat my playing partner in the 21 point game, and when we started I was still beating him 80% of the time. Now after 80 half games, we're just about even...something like 44-36. It shouldn't take a rule change to improve the players. It should take practice.
I know the debate is long over, but if the game needed to be shorter, for whatever reason, maybe they should have tried a 15 point game and switch after 3 serves. This 11 point game is too drastic of a change and I've lost interest.
I want to follow the rules, but would you give me permission to play the 21 point game recreationally? It would make me feel better knowing the President gave me permission.
Thank you sir, for your time.
Sincerely,
Richard D. Jones
Seattle, WA
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