Netters
I am not sure who wrote this:
> >Get serious, our "big shoe deals, appearance fees, and
> >endorsements contracts are based on performance,
> >not fan participation.
This is plain wrong. Certainly performance matters but you just ask John
Capriotti what is more important to him a gold medal or "other" criteria.
My sponsorship with New balance came when I was ranked 8th in the
U.S. I got that sponsorship over Curt Clausen (4th in the 99 Worlds)
because I do clinics, lots of small road races with lots of walkers in
them. and I am well known within racewalking. Curt is well known but
only because he races. My word on a pair shoes is a s good as gold
because I take the time to pass the word. That is the way it is with
everyone. Even Mo. WHo I think does bring a great deal to the table.
