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When that day comes, the pioneering Lady Kings will have a big decision to make. Do they break up the team and distribute their talent to several teams, or do they stay together and rule the new league for a season or two? As long as the team must endure double-figure shutouts, it might not be a fair question to ask. "Personally, I'd rather keep the team together," says Susan Starr, one of the newer players, who admits the idea of winning is appealing. "We've only played five games, and we're just starting to play like a team. No doubt we're getting pounded, but the experience we're getting is great.