I'd like to thank Schatzi for spending a good hour and twenty minutes (duration of film I recorded for later review, so even longer) this morning in the TA showing me that I sure didn't know as much as I thought I did. From her showing me the importance of vertical seperation, some basic manuevers and their uses, giving me a better understanding of the merge, and explaining everything to me every step of the way what I did wrong, what I could've done, and what I should've done. It really has kick-started my interest and dedication in improving my "game" in every sense. Every engagement now, in any arena, is to be considered a learning experience instead of a frustration of getting shot down.
From the fight after the first merge ending in 2 seconds with Schatzi on my 6, to the last fight after the last merge some 1 hour and 10 minutes later ending in a solid 8 minutes, I really have to thank Schatzi and the whole Training Corps for what you guys do - to take time out of free time to help players that are willing to improve in any aspect. I can only high suggest any player whether new, average, or just wanting to learn something to take advantage of the great utility that's been provided for us. The tools are there, the Training Arena is in place, there are patient trainers that can tailor to what you need.. all it takes is a little initiative on your part.
So I will be getting on the horn shortly in seeking out a trainer that's capable of some weekly sessions like Schatzi suggested. There's a plethora of stuff to learn, practice, and utilize and it all starts somewhere. Thanks for the wake-up call Schatzi, but of the good kind. A big to you, and the entire Training Corps.
-Socks
