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Old Thu Jan 20, 2011, 10:26am
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Originally Posted by Andy View Post
1. Introductions
2. Lineups (Umpire checks for duplicate numbers, DP/Flex, EP used, names recorded correctly, all positions listed, returns to coach for one last look before accepting)
3. Ground Rules
4. Any questions? (no rules clinics)
5. Coin flip (if needed)

Shouldn't take more than 3-4 minutes.
Great. Sometimes I cover ground rules first in an ongoing tourney as they do not change, often do not need repeating, still have their attention and allow for last minute lineup prep. Usually repeat time limit if it has changed for a final round.
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