SW, Swimmer, and Hammer,
There is so much more to the discussions that have taken place than is suitable for the open forum.
SW, this is about providing a service to the low country players, that individual clubs simply cannot offer. It is not about any clubs trying to increase their level of play. SSC and JIYSC just happen to be the first two clubs that more than "philosophically" agree with the concept.
Swimmer, the natural distribution of talent is considered with practice locations. However, that's limited because of which clubs are full members of the alliance.
For you two that no longer have children playing, it would be good for the planners of Bridge FA to learn from your experience. Perhaps you could contact them and set up some time?
Bridge FA can be refined and improved, but only if true concerns/issues are expressed and worked through.
