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Originally Posted by BayStateRef
I cited the exact wording of the Massachusetts rule.
It has not been further clarified by the MIAA nor by my association interpreter. I take the language to mean "while the ball is live" and not during warmups. I know it also says they must be worn in practice....but that is obviously up to the coach, not the official.
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Iow, it's basically the same as the FED jewelry rule. It can be interpreted either way.
I'm kinda surpised that the MIAA didn't clarify it like N.C. did. It's a whole bunch easier on all officials if you can get a uniform ruling to apply.