No need for that hate... Tom is probably the most down-to-earth and friendly kid on the scene right now, as just about everyone that knows him, or has met him will agree.
He skis what he skis, the way he skis, when he skis, because its what he likes to do, nothing more, nothing less, and most importantly, he skis for himself and because he loves the sport. The same, unfortunately, can't be said for everyone that reaches his ability level, and its an attitude that we could all learn something from!
He proved his ability to ski some real snow this winter, and when and if he wants to push his skiing in that direction I'm sure he'll have no problem doing so, but remember, everyone needs to start somewhere! In the meantime, lets all enjoy the fact that he's out there spreading the good word on skiing and stoking out a whole new generation of up and comers that want to follow in his footsteps.
He's very deserving of all the props people send his way.