The reason people had issues with Queen Creek was because we didn't have any information. In that past, all events in Arizona were pretty much through AZ Barbeque so when a new one popped up on the grid and we had no info, people questioned it. Until KCBS and Emily quelled all fears, of course we'll be leary. Just like the MOntana competition, and where is that now??
We're getting off track here. If you want to do this, do it. Don't focus on those that don't want to be a part of it, focus on those that do. If you are going to bring anyone else in, why not CA? Most teams seem to go back and forth between those 2 states. If you want another state that wants to be a part of it, go with it. Things in BBQ have changed everywhere so just embrace what's there. I did like what Mike said about having extra points for an event that paid to be a part of it. As Scottie said, make it simple.