Since we're quoting NFHS publications.....
From the NFHS Officials Manual
Basic Philosophy and Principles
PREREQUISITES FOR GOOD OFFICIATING
"Officials must have a football sense whIch SUPERSEDES the techincal application of the rules so that the game goes smoothly"
The technical application of this rule (interpretation) in the way you suggest, will ensure that your game ceases to run smoothly.
Last edited by asdf; Thu Aug 13, 2009 at 05:05pm.
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