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[Rich]

Originally Posted by JRutledge

I think that is a dumb policy. And to say he has no choice is also not being realistic. He might have to suffer consequences, but no one "has to do" anything. And in my area the JV game would just be cancelled if the umpire wanted to work the varsity game. As a matter of fact I do not know of a situation this has ever been requested. The varsity game is what is important and needs to be played because of all the ramifications associated with it. There are no JV playoffs and these can be played almost anytime. Also most conferences do not play for a conference title either for JV and lower level games. That would just be tough titty for the JV game around here.

Peace

Now you've done it. Now someone will come here with hands wringing saying that the JV game is just as important and someone else will say "Think of the Children!!!!"