Wouldn't it make more sense to combine the Div III (and Div II if
remains) with one of the regional Div-I tourneys a week earlier than
the finals (perhaps rotated east-west from year to year)?  Because
these have historically not sold out, there would be more room for
additional teams' fans.  I realize that it would mean triple headers,
and overtimes could result in rather long days.
 
Ralph Baer
RPI '68, '70, '74
 
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