Top Five Decisions That Shaped PCTI

I'm on one today.... As things grow and evolve, it's always important to take a step back and reflect on what decisions were made along the way that made things what they are today.  Without collaboration or diving too deep, below are the top five (in order) decisions that most positively impacted PCTI.

1. Hiring Deuce (via Brent): We talk about it a lot, but my goodness... It just doesn't get any better.  Brent, who wasn't even fully committed to PCTI at this point, floated Mike Hite's brother as someone who could shoot a video.  Beloved by all, he's the ultimate PCTI glue guy.  To think that on top of it, he's done slave labor for ten years, and delivers quality work... When PCTI goes public, Deuce will reap the benefits, as I'm confident every player would sell their shares of the business for him.  The guy has Presidential appeal.
2. Roster Cohesion: It can't be stated enough... Like any company, group, etc... The results are only as good as what the people that are a part of it put in.  To have 17 guys who's commitment levels to the success of PCTI are all aligned is nothing short of remarkable.  A closet aspect of this: The way the original guys have welcomed the newcomers with open arms also plays a significant role.  To see people gel and friendships developed over the course of one weekend a year is something top be proud of.
3. The Blog (via Joe): An outlet to consolidate everything we do and a fun forum to communicate, the blog is the gift that keeps on giving.
4. PCTI Cincy - New Blood + Airbnb Introduction + Bad Weather + Prodigal Son Returns: Wow, what a year... After two straight dark years of only have 12 players, PCTI got an injection of fresh energy adding Jeff G. and Tyler, the introduction of the Airbnb which added an element of camaraderie thanks to everyone being in the same place... The terrible Cincy weather made it especially appealing, leaving all of us to have nothing better to do but sit around, spend time with each other, watch the videos, and do some PCTI trivia.  To think all those things happened, AND PCTI brought back PCTI's Great Conversationalist.  What a turning point.
5. Original Branding Decision (Joe): Not sure many people know this, but there was some debate about what the name of this event should be.  It was originally decided this would be named "Pickup Convention."  The only issue with that is the other guy involved in the discussion was Joe (who was in charge of the jersey's), and he did not support the name.  His preference was "The Invitational."  Well, in typical Joe fashion, he "Acted" like was supporting Pickup Convention until it came time to hand out jersey's, where the letters read "PCTI."  I for one vocally stated "Pickup Convention The Invitational" is the dumbest name I've ever heard, but it's hard to debate just how perfect the letters roll off the tongue.  Although it doesn't sound important, those four letters have become synonymous with so many of our every day lives, and it's hard to imagine it being any other way.