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Originally Posted by MNBlue
"Coach, who is your sub for player A?"
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Actually, the rule book specifically states that such action results in a forfeit. Play under the given rules or go home. Like it or not, that is exactly what the teams agree to when they sign their roster and enter a tournament.
However, as previously stated, that is something that should be avoided and used as an absolute last resort in dealing with a problematic team.
I have no problem just sitting the player until the proper footwear is attained and worn. A little lecture to the coach about how he just avoided forfeiting the game due to your generosity might be in order if the umpire feels it necessary to get a point across.