Editing 2000s Star Controversy (section)

==Fallout==
When the award was given to Boston at the end-of-decade award ceremony, the head coach for the Providence Doves was seen storming out of the venue, followed for the next few minutes by several prominent players and figures, both from the Doves and not. After the announcement, widespread protests of the VHF and its competitions, as well as the Spirits' participation in these competitions, were organized. Some boycotted the entire 2010 season, refusing to watch or attend any games. This saw a noticeable drop in viewing and revenue over the next few years.

The question of whether it was the Spirits or the Doves who deserved the star more continues to spark debate to this day. A number of prominent pundits and head coaches have voiced their opinion that the Doves should have won the star, while a number of others maintain the Spirits was the correct choice.

The launch of new Boston Spirits jerseys and merchandise featuring two stars above the crest was met with counter-merchandise of Spirits jerseys with a star crossed out, as well as Doves jerseys with a star added. The Spirits launched several lawsuits against companies distributing such merchandise, effectively managing to remove them from circulation after a few years. The efficacity with which the Spirits were able to do so has raised some questions as to the level of influence the team has on Boston and Valoria.

Despite a fall in profits and vocal discontent from many, the VHF has remained resolute in its decision. In early 2012, the VHF released a statement clarifying that the demonstrations and boycotts had led them to internally review the Spirits' and Doves' decade performances, and had even entertained the idea of calling the voting members together once more and holding a second vote to re-award the star. They said that they concluded, however, by dismissing the idea, finding that the Spirits were indeed the deserving winners of the 2000s star. They also declared that an impartial vote had rightly occurred, that the decision was now final, and that they would not entertain any further motions to revoke the Spirits' second star. The statement arose questions from fans and pundits alike, who objected in that the VHF had no authority to conduct such an investigation or come to such a conclusion.

To date, the Spirits retain their second star.