It's really disappointing to see my name brought up in the 'worst thing to happen to freestyle' thread, it very much feels like a direct attack towards me, from you, Lis.
I don't even know how to begin to reply to this. I know for a fact I have helped a lot of people and although many people disagree that I started a new forum I had good reasons for it, the main one being that is forum wasn't doing a good enough job due to server issues and other things (as Adi and Jason pointed out).
My goal in freestyle is to help it grow, whether it be by online tutorials (which by the way are obviously catered to inspire complete newbies to freestyle, not sure why I am being criticised for that.) by blogging, writing articles, keeping my website updated and other videos.
I started videos of the month which has had a great response and I think as forums are on their way out it's a effective and accessible way to see what's going on in freestyle (
Football Freestyle - June 2013)
Also I plan on making more videos like this in Prague, showcasing the sport to new people but also making it enjoyable for freestylers to watch (
World Football Freestyle Championships 2013 - London )
I am just trying to bridge the gap between 'us and them', times are changing and I don't see why you wouldn't want new people to discover freestyle. Even if they get bored of it after 2 weeks.
Like I say, it really saddens me that I (or Learn2Freestyle, not sure which you are referring to) has been brought up instantly. It feels like a personal attack towards me and doesn't feel nice at all.