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Originally Posted by Andy Baker
I suppose that now is as good as ever to announce this update to IRI...
Probably the saddest thing to me about this is that I won't be yelled at by good friends of mine. I recall having a rousing argument with Ricky Q in 2005, while still maintaining our friendship. Even last year, there were a few calls (or no calls) that riled up a few friends... that is the kind of stuff I will miss. I truly enjoy those dynamic engagements. I never tried to make them happen, but seeing people who are passionate about this event and the competition is a good thing.
It boils down to this: Stu is an awesome ref. I am needed elsewhere at the event. I am very happy to be able to hand this off to Stu.
Sincerely,
Andy Baker
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This is a sad announcement, in my abscence from IRI the last two summers this is the thing I have missed the most.
I hope to return this year and perhaps get the opportunity to yell at a new head ref.
In all seriousness, having seen Stu ref at several events, I know he will do a great job at IRI.
Baker: I still have that signed yellow card from 2005, great memories.