"Slim to None": A Clever Display of Appreciation

On a cold winter evening in Byron, Minnesota, the officiating crew assigned to the Girls Basketball contest arrived at the facility prepared for their pregame duties. Upon entering the locker room, they discovered that the host team had prepared a reception that combined hospitality with a touch of humor.

Waiting for the crew was an assortment of hydration and snacks, specifically bottles of Gatorade Zero and Slim Jim meat sticks. However, it was the accompanying handwritten note that demonstrated the personality of the Byron Girls Basketball program. Attached to the items was a yellow sticky note that read, "Chances we could play without you guys are SLIM to none!".

This witty play on words, referencing the "Slim" Jims provided, brought a moment of levity to the pregame atmosphere. Furthermore, the note thanked the officials for "braving the cold!," recognizing the travel and commitment required to ensure the contest could proceed despite the Minnesota winter weather.

Effective game administration relies on mutual respect between the teams and the officials. By acknowledging the essential role of the crew ("without you guys") in such a creative and welcoming manner, the Byron Bears set a tone of camaraderie and appreciation before the ball was even tossed. The RAOA crew is grateful for the treats and the clever gesture.