I also wonder how age plays a factor. Would theory 2 maybe be better for the 22-25 year old 9s and theory 1 better for the 18 year olds?
Also, I wonder how venue plays a role as well. My best I'd consider is an 8, so I sure don't know.
Also, I wonder how venue plays a role as well. My best I'd consider is an 8, so I sure don't know.