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Rules of the Game
Before action commences on Thursday, let's review the rules of play. The following points were established prior to Haircaster II, with an addition or two over the years. For easy reference, a link to this entry will be provided at the bottom of each match
- I'll post a picture of each of the haircaster combatants. Judging from the images provided, you the voter will decide which sportscaster has better hair. Also, those who may have additional follicular knowledge regarding the contestants can weigh it toward their decision (i.e. you're a lifelong fan and know the sportscaster's hair isn't always just like it looks in the picture...in other words, use of common sense is permitted).
- When voting, be sure to provide your name in the subject heading. Those with livejournal accounts, simply remember to sign in before you post. Votes without a name will not be counted. Also, votes under unfamiliar monikers, nicknames or pen names will be thrown out (Ronald Reagan, Bill Clinton, Franklin Roosevelt, Ulysses Grant, Robert E. Lee, General Gillette, Chilton Burr, Jack Bauer, Benjamin Linus and so on will not be considered valid names). On the other hand, previously established nicknames (Wagon, Travstar, The Gilded Gelding, etc.) are permitted. Simply put, if you're going to go by a nickname, it needs to be clarified early in the process.
- Each first round match will last 24 hours. There are 8 initial matches, so 24 hours is the best way to avoid having a two-week long first round.There will be a day off between the quarterfinals and semifinals, as well as a day off before the finals, so as to allow time for analysis, discussion and rest (yes, the job of a Haircaster voter can be draining).
- Posting of additional images - or links to additional images - of the contestants is prohibited. This has been an issue in past years, especially during last year's Costas-Gumbel final. The following was stated by the league office prior to the start of Haircaster II:
"...you may not post your own pictures of the combatants. You can state your love for the haircaster (term used in the generic sense, not to be confused with "The Haircaster") and the reasons why, but no posting of links or additional images. If someone wants to see other pictures, they'll have to take the initiative themself (and keep it to themself)."
There we have it. As I've said in year's past, I'm going to trust we're all adults here and can restrain ourselves from bending the rules. We've managed to keep Haircaster fairly simple and free of user registration. The reason being, most everyone has colored within the lines.
Questions? Concerns? Suggestions? Post them in the comments section.
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