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I'd say...
"Coach, that is a great parsing of rules 7 and 8 for all mention of 'interference.' You only forgot one rule: Rule 1. Now, let's play ball."
Rule 1: INTERFERENCE. Interference is the act of an offensive player or team member,...that hinders, or confuses a defensive player attempting to execute a play. Contact is not necessary.
POE 28 clarifies: "[interference] may be in the form of physical contact, verbal distraction, visual distraction, or any type of distraction which would hinder the fielder in the execution of a play. Defensive players must be given the opportunity to field the ball anywhere on the playing field or throw the ball without being hindered."
See crystal clear to me.
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