[Back In The Saddle]

Originally posted by Jurassic Referee

I would think that other than white home uniforms would be considered illegal. I don't think it is our job to decide who can wear what based on a school's budget. My hope is that the state Athletic Associations will look at this and provide any supplemental guidance if they feel it is necessary. [/B]

I don't think that I've ever seen a "T" called for a player wearing an illegal uniform--> wrong color, number too big, freaking curlicues where they shouldn't be, etc. I also hope that I never do see one. If anything is dangerous, fine. If they want the shirts tucked in and the pants pulled up, that's fine too. But the other stuff? I'm gonna white-cane those. Hell, even if they don't have numbers, we'll muddle through somehow. Let 'em play. If I get silver shirts in '07, they'll be white enough for me. Jmo. [/B][/QUOTE]I'm with you on this. We are there to facilitate the kids getting to play, not to mete out punishments for "wardrobe malfunctions."

But I do disagree with your numbers comment. I work enough summer rec ball with numbers only on the back of the jersies -- and it's enough of a pain in my back side -- that I look forward to the school season. Then I don't spend half my night asking kids to turn around or give me their number.