It must be very disappointing for the organisers who put in so much work and money.
This I believe was an attempt to involve the "public" rather than just the "hobbyists" (us).
The method of qualifying was understandable by putting some money into the ops pockets who support AMD and Stern. We (I include me in all these comments except being a pro
) find it hard to pay for play when we have our own machines and attend meets etc. It is also a way of not "intimidating" Joe Public" with "pro players" being there when they play. I have seen this and people become very disillusioned when they see what they are up against.
Hopefully they will look back on this and fix what went wrong and continue it on an annual basis as it could pinball great exposure if promoted well.
