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BASKETBALL — But there are so many experts in the stands, how can there be a shortage? The following article, titled Shortage of Sports Officials Strains Eastern Montana, appeared in the March 12, 2026 issue of the Sheridan County News weekly newspaper based in Plentywood. It was written by the Sidney Officials Pool. Here is what was said: In Eastern Montana, where long highways connect small towns and high school gyms often serve as community gathering places, a growing shortage of sports officials is putting pressure on youth and school athletics. From Plentywood to Glasgow, Sidney to Miles City, Westby tp Bainville, athletic directors say finding enough referees and officials has become one of their toughest challenges. The shortage affects nearly every sport, including football, basketball, volleyball, wrestling, baseball and softball. “You can have the teams ...