What options were presented for KSU? My understanding was that Ahearn could have been available but the parking there is not nearly sufficient--shuttle buses from the football stadium? I also think there was not enough room on the floor for eight mats and still have sufficient seating.
I also understood that Bramlage was not available that weekend--or was it that eight mats could not be fit on the floor--or both?
I’m checking with my sources at KSU, I will get back with on that question. On the fact that amount of mats needed, I don’t think so they only used 9 when 4A was at the coliseum. When 5A was moved to Hucth you only needed 3 mats for Bramlage. As far as the parking and Ahearn it could have worked locally with over flow being shuttled in. If you’re talking about mat space we used to hold a kids tournament with 12 mats. With all kinds of fan accommodation. Sure it’s a barn but the place used to rock during the hay days of KSU basket ball. I would assume that you remember that far back?
I do know that Topeka was an option for all groups to be reunited if they were willing to move up a week or back a week in KSHSAA scheduling needs. For some reason this was not an option to the board. Everyone has an off week so why not make it two? I know the kids could use a break to heal up and get their school work caught up.
I’m just struggling with the fact that this has been talked about for over two years and Olathe Northwest was the best solution! I don’t believe that all options were evaluated fairly and without forward thinking!
I know there is not a gym big enough to hold 321A out west… I just wanted your opinion whether you would consider this (High School Gym) a viable option if the Hays location was unavailable?
Mark
