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Originally Posted by Tru_in_Blu
Equally obvious, I would think is the fact that NFHS cannot legally start the game with 8 players. Nor can NCAA.
So Steve, per the OP, the game really didn't start with 8 players, correct? We're told there were 3 subs.
Nine players took the field on defense. If the "unreported" player made a play that resulted in an out, wouldn't that have to be appealed prior to a next pitch or inning end?
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Under NCAA rules, that is the case. Note, I stated "it CAN be"; my presumption the offended team proceeds as required.
In my opinion, that appeal cannot happen in NFHS; reference 3-3-3. If a sub is officially in the game (although unreported) once the ball is made live after taking that position, we need to presume the unlisted starter is also officially in the game with the same stipulation. The only result of an appeal is the warning (or restrictions if a second offense) for discovery of unreported; ref 3-6-7 Penalty.