I received a reply from Elliot Hopkins at the NFHS supporting what Kyle McNeely has also said.
I also agree wholeheartedly with Pete Booth. At all of my rules meetings this year I have emphasized that the umpires administer the rules as written, and if that causes big enough waves the rules will be changed. If the rules are ignored the head cheeses will perceive there are no problems because they are receiving no complaints.
Thanks to all for your input!
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