Unfortunately, the nice guy in me said "it's all about the kids" and "I'd hate for this league to not have enough officials." The assignor also begged. I gave the league the benefit of the doubt (again, against my better judgment) that everyone would be respectful of the church atmosphere and any issues would be corrected swiftly. Alas, that did not go according to plan. I should've known better after this many years. Thankfully, for the league's sake, the church stepped in after the season and relieved the director of his duties. Not that it matters to me anymore, but at least something was done about it, if for no one other than the kids' sake.

I avoid most wreck and church leagues altogether.

I'm always intrigued by no-dunking rules -- and wonder if they are inspired by old equipment in many gyms (very possible for CYO -- older schools may not have spring wound rims) or to avoid intimidation (which I think is bogus, but, hey, it's their rules).

The line, "It is all about the kids" gets us in trouble a lot. If you do not like what you are leaving your house to do, you should not go. JMO.

Peace

I believe in the value of youth and interscholastic sports, but you will never, ever hear me use those words.

Agreed. I have never done it "for the kids." I do it, frankly, because I like to do it. It doesn't really get any more complicated than that.