Originally Posted by
merlinextraligh
True, particularly in lower categories, and for older guys, the money is not significant, but I think splitting it is symbolic, i.e. it's the recognition that it's really a team effort.
"All right, guys, I just won fortyfive bucks. Who's coming for bagels?"
also, re: team leaders... i've found that the best leaders are far more than the ones who are anointed to make decisions. rather, they're great at cajoling, motivating, and encouraging cooperation and participation and making people feel good about their sacrifice.