I treat MLG as a sport not just only as a player but as a true fan. I watch MLG and respect pros and anybody that is trying to make it in MLG. Any game takes time to get professional. I am on Sunday-Thursday 6-11 every night and saturday I am on from 7pm-3am practicing and running games. There isn't one pro that hasn't sacraficed time to practice. It's something they have to do. Also I agree with you by saying that there shouldnt be any hate on us gamers trying to go pro. Give us respect and stop trolling.

Ever hear of the 10,000 hour rule?

What Is the 10000 Hour Rule?
The 10000 Hour Rule is just that. This is the idea that it takes approximately 10000 hours of deliberate practice to master a skill.

For instance, it would take 10 years of practicing 3 hours a day to become a master in your subject. It would take approximately 5 years of full-time employment to become proficient in your field. Simply work out how many hours you have already achieved and calculate how far you need to go. You should be aiming for 10000 hours.

Not saying pros put in 10,000 hours to get there but pretty darn close!

Reference: http://www.squidoo.com/10000-hour-rule