Pre-Draft Thoughts

Posted by: BenGM

The combine, what exactly is a combine? When I originally heard about the CGS the word “combine” was not part of my vocabulary, never before had I heard it used, and if I wasn’t part of the CGS now, I’d never ever of said it. The concept of having a “combine” and a “draft” are new to me, but they are obviously very common in American sports. With this in mind I’ve spent the last month or so from when I started researching the important factors revolving around the draft, and the possible implications of my actions should I get them wrong, or incorrect.

The draft is where I get to pick the players I’d like on the team; I am however competing against ODEE who has done one of these before, some people say he was weak at the last draft picking who he did, but he obviously has a keen eye for talent, as Salvo ended up finishing top 4 at the world finals.

What am I looking for when I’m at the combine? Obviously talent is important, maybe not to be in the prime of one’s form but with the potential to progress and become one of the world’s best. Appearance and personality helps but is not essential, most importantly however is someone who will gel into the team. It’s all good being part of the CS team but that’s just one part of the overall “team”, I’ll need people who will back each other and become a unit.

The last few weeks as I said earlier have been spent researching each community, whether this will improve my picks at the combine remains to be seen. Much like the reality TV shows where people show off their talents, I cannot wait for the combine as I’m convinced I’ll find a certain someone that will mature into a true professional. There is only 6 days to go until the combine, I just cannot wait to get started, and in a sense, I just want to get the weekend out of the way and look at the bigger picture, I want to qualify for the world finals and win it.

If you are attending the combine, do feel free to let yourself by known to me at the event, I wont bite! If I see a potential candidate for the mint team I will keep an eye on you, just please do let yourself be known, the last thing I want is to inadvertently miss you. If you have any queries prior to the combine, or just want to chat, the best way to contact me is via this website, and i will respond as soon as i can!

I will make another few blog style letters to the community as the combine draws closer, as for now, I’ll continue with my daily routine and look forward to meeting all of you at the combine, best of luck to everyone and get practicing!