Hey Champ, those are both great points on the 3 fish limit. Here is my thoughts: If the goal is to get more people interested in tournaments/bass fishing what if a "novice" would win or place high in a tournament? They would probably be hooked on tournament fishing for good. If the goal is to sustain tournament bass fishing (and I'm probably thinking locally) don't you have to get new people involved? If they even have a little success, you have a chance of keeping them. So if I were a a better tournament fisherman I would want them to come back so I can take their money the next tournament. (ha!!) I know a lot of us here take young kids fishing and it is amazing what catching one bluegill does for their interest. Now when I take them to catch their first bass, they are hooked!!! Again, just thoughts from a "simple man" I do love this sight!!!