[GarthB]

Let's be logical.

Given a choice between two alternatives does one pick what one considers inferior? No. We all act in our own best interests.

LL has a choice. They choose to go with a volunteer umpiring system. (BTW, if you will review my initial post, I refered to a superior system, not superior umpires.)

Now, follow me if you can, this is very simple:

LL has a choice, yes or no? Yes.

LL chooses a volunteer system, yes or no? Yes.

LL would choose a system the find inferior, yes or no? No

Ergo, LL, by its actions (choice) has determined that, for them, in their opinion, a volunteer umpiring system is superior.

To deny that is simply an act of obstinance. Not even LL would deny that they make choices that they feel are the best for them. That is all I ever said. If it makes you feel uncomfortable, I'm sorry.