We just returned from Missoula montana. The small town atmosphere was great - it seemed the entire town knew about the event and the local news covered it.
One thing I think they should have done was just make the meet free for all the locals. This would have helped fill the (very large) stands instead of just parents and family. I doubt any of the locals were paying the $20 to watch JO gymnastics... free admissions means more exposure for the local gym hosting the event, people buying concessions, etc.
One thing I think they should have done was just make the meet free for all the locals. This would have helped fill the (very large) stands instead of just parents and family. I doubt any of the locals were paying the $20 to watch JO gymnastics... free admissions means more exposure for the local gym hosting the event, people buying concessions, etc.