This year looks to be a fun event.  This is the second year in a row that I haven't gone, after going for 3 years in a row.  My Mom and Dad were suprised that I wasn't down in Houston for the event, but such is life.  No enough money, too much of a pain with the kids, and my back has been killing me so I haven't practiced or even played in the last few weeks.

The event does now allow the pro's to play in their own "Team Qualifier" event.  Being a proponent of this, as it clarifies their involvment, I think it is should go pretty well.

RacquetballOnline.tv is also at the event this year.  We can all hope that their country funding makes it possible to get some real funding to finance the site and it's webivised events. 

Carrabba's also makes an appearance as a sponsor.  I freaking love Carrabba's so just thinking about how good the food is going to be at the tournament makes me want to be there.  I'm really interested to see how having them at the event helps with the hospitality.

The Hyatt also steps up as a sponsor this year.  I think they've sponsored the event since the beginning of the thing, and while I could be wrong, they're akin to the Promus' and current Choice Hotels' in this respect.

I wish all the participants luck and hope they have a great week.  If you're reading this, let me know how you did.