I also don't get it. Even if a guy is old and slow, still better to have him out on the field and have him, you know, actually lead something. Give him a big head start if you need to. Damn, put him on a Segway or golf cart if necessary. Otherwise they need to change "Leading the Charge" to "Standing There And Waving A Flag"
Is the same guy who is in charge of the train whistle responsible for this?