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And the Debate Rages On... |
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 At the league meeting early in 2009, the Central Valley League decided to expand their radius limit. The old rule allowed for 3 players from 7-15 miles, 2 players from 7-10 miles, and the remaining players must reside within 7 miles of the field. The new rule eliminated the 7-10 mile rule, and expanded it to 5 players from 7-15 miles.
With winter upon us, the discussion about the radius has again arisen among members of the CVL. Currently, the Minnesota Baseball *****ociation allows a league radius limit up to 30 miles. Which begs the question, "Why is the Central Valley League so restrictive?" Proponents of the restrictions in the CVL feel that keeping the limit smaller keeps the heart of "Town Team" baseball intact. Some of those same people also feel that the Central Valley League puts out quality baseball that can compete with any team in the state.
On the other side of the argument, there are those who disagree with the more restrictive limit. They feel that if the limit were extended it would create a more competitive league that produces teams that are more competitive in both the Region tournament and the state tournament. The people on this side of the argument look to recent trends in CVL success at both of those levels. The last time that the CVL sent two representatives to the state tournament was 2003 when both Kimball and Watkins advanced. Before that, it was four years since two CVL teams advanced when Eden Valley and Watkins made it to state.
It is important to note that there is a schism between those on this side of the fence. Some want to see the limit expanded to the state limit or near that, while others would feel comfortable with a slight adjustment up to just a 15 mile limit for everyone on a team's roster. Who is right? Which side of the argument do you find yourself on? Whatever comes from this debate at the next league meeting, we will just have to wait and see.
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| Posted on Friday, December 18 @ 08:59:30 CST by edenvall |
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