[Al Skierkiewicz]

The bit of info all should glean from this discussion is that the lighting is going to vary in color temperature and intensity across the playing field. If supplemental lighting is brought in, it is likely to be color corrected but the house lights will still be on and affecting the overall color temperature. In any case it will not be possible to flat light the entire playing field. In addition, nationals will play in a venue where there is some daylight available and depending on weather and time of day, it will produce variables most regionals will not contend with. Expect there to be color differences that might affect the response of the camera. Do not be fooled by your own vision. Even those that are experienced in noting the subtle differences in color cannont predict what the camera sees as green or yellow.
Jason, do you always work out of NY and on TV production?