Madlax has been arguing to the HoCo league to allow the 2020 team back into the Elite division on merit. Response from the league was prove it lets see how the team does against Next Level in yesterday's play day. Madlax bailed at last minute rather than risk the loss and be proven not to be worthy. Last time I checked lacrosse was (not exclusively) about perseverance, grit and overcoming adversity. Apparently not for the powers that be at Madlax where protecting the brand at all costs is more important that allowing their players to explore their character. Nice. Way to lead the kids - run from the fight because you might lose.