Cover Story: Close-Kint Family Rolls Out Welcome Mat
Without them, our games could not be played. It takes a special combination of charac- teristics to join the family of contest officials, and additional traits to stay there. This issue 4 sheds light on the people who make – and answer – the call.
The Vault – 20 MHSAA Staff The Right Stuff Have you got what it takes to make the calls at crunch time? Officials who got it right at the right time reflect on a pair of memorable finishes at two MHSAA Finals. Play On – 39 Participation numbers for 2011-12 in Michigan fell slightly overall, as did enroll- ments, but high water marks were set in four sports. Regulations Review – 46 Co-Opportunities Cooperative programs are plentiful, but schools are urged to do homework and legwork before looking for a partner.