You've got to be kidding me.

You passed rules so they can't come to the convention.

That sounds like my clubhouse when I was a kid and we didn't want to let girls in.

Gene and Spragg, you are two guys who have a lot of knowledge in chipping. You and some others should be leading the charge. What is the real problem? Other hobbies are thriving from grading. Even diamonds are certified from grading companies.