I know, and have acknowledged that the Shootouts have no bearing on the
NC$$ tourney.  But it could have an effect on the HE standings and seedings and
this is what I was referring to.  Conceivably the number in the wins comlumn
could decide who wins the regular season championship.  This is the question
to which I was referring.  In most leagues, wins are the second tiebreak,
following head-to-head.   Where it is counted in league standings IS important.
                                               --Steve Moerland