047 - Leland:  Although the final statistics have not yet been tabulated, I think it is safe to say that Charlotte won the mini team competition at the Snowstorm this past weekend.  (By the way, I think this is a nice feature and would like to see more of this type of thing in the future).  In any case, the players of Columbia, myself included, feel like we have been misrepresented, and would like a chance to avenge our honor.  In accordance with this, a contingent from Columbia will be traveling to Charlotte tommorrow in an attempt to exact some revenge.  Myself, along with a local FIDE Master who will remain nameless, Mr. Eubanks and perhaps Mr. Curcuru, amongst others, will be making the trip.  I would like to see our players paired up against opponents of equal or similar playing strengths, if possible.  We look forward to meeting you on the battlefield. J-Mac ************************************************************** BigMac: If it were the 1st round of the tournament there would be no problem. But, unfortunately, this is the 5th round and a few of our highest rated players are still in contention for the $100 prize fund. However, if those players would agree, I would allow them to split the money accordingly and play a mini match with your team. We will probably not know until tomorrow evening. (Note: Team Columbia EF $3 ea.) At any rate, I promise you will not play each other! See you then. LF