In my experience with Subbuteo (table soccer) that was the biggest thing we had to overcome. The best thing that ever happened when one of our players moved back here from Scotland. He was a former #1 player in the world. So clearly miles better than the rest of us.
The example he then set was one of teaching. Throughout our games he will actually stop to explain strategies, and techniques which has improved our games dramatically. (To a point when I play him I'm shooting to keep it within 3 goals)
There are times when competition is important. (playoffs, tournaments) but especially in your local leagues if the top players take the time to share ideas and encourage the newer players especially it will make for a strong league in the long run and encourage new people to try out the game!
The 'win at all cost' guy will do much more damage to building the game moreso than almost any other factor.
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Originally Posted by artlax
somewhat brief view since my return to the hobby - the biggest problem - guys can't deal with losing ..and want to only win or have things their way .. I have seen too many examples of such. Win at any cost or my way - way off.
I show up when I say I will because I WANT to play and I respect other peoples time.
Let's just play. Leave the cell phones off during game time and enjoy the action - win or lose - box nice or not  .
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