Referee shortage hits local fields
An umpire or ref is vital for the success of an athletic program, but combative folks in the bleachers have led to some challenges in recruiting game officials.
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EPHRATA — Local communities have been feeling the impact of the nationwide officiating shortage which has had an impact on all sports.
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