sweet feet,
Tournament was held with 22 teams. We were somewhat surprised that more local teams chose not to participate. Many other clubs that we contacted had already made tournament plans for the year, so it didn't fit in their schedule. We're hopeful that next year, they will work this one into their schedule.
Late start in advertising affected the outcome. Given another entity has held a tournament on this particular weekend in Charleston, we wanted to be sure and work with them prior to beginning this venture. It's my understanding this event used to draw many teams, and we're hopeful to grow it back to what it was, in a controlled manner. This is planned to be an annual event.
Can't answer why the younger girls teams didn't play, other than to say, they chose not to. Typically, Bridge FA teams choose their tournaments from those that are recommended.
