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Not a protective devise
Shin guards, knee braces, and so on, are different than a tether. These are worn for protection purposes, and we have guidelines for protective gear.
The MichiganHSAA will not allow tethers for any sports. Schools may petition for any uniform/equipment deviation from traditional equipment, but wearing a tether will never be allowed and has been vetoed everytime.
Rule 3-5 covers it pretty well.
I believe that the boy should be allowed to play sans the tether. If his PO, coach, and parents believe that basketball is a great release for him, and they know he'll be at a game, allow it to be removed for his games. That way he cannot injure himself, or others.
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