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I don't remember a lot of folks getting upset when I played little league with "JOE'S PLUMBING" or "TED'S BARBERSHOP" or "APPOLLO SHEETMETAL" or whatever pasted on my uniform.
In fact, parents appreciated the sponsorships very much.
Maybe there will be a time when H.S. Sports need this extra revenue. I don't think I'm such a purist that a few advertisements are going to alter my memories of the game.
Afterall, that's what we go to the games for...the memories, the excitement, the competition. A few ads on a jersey shouldn't affect the game much IMO. (Heck, look at NASCAR...it hasn't affected that sport's popularity)
I have to say...if "KODAK" (for example) wanted to pay my association's dues, one camp a year, a complete uniform, and maybe a fee to be divided among our members...I'd probably vote to wear their logo...wouldn't you?
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Dan Ivey
Tri-City Sports Officials Asso. (TCSOA)
Member since 1989
Richland, WA
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