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Originally Posted by cdoug
A fellow official and I were discussing if teams had to stay on the field of play during a prolonged injury timeout if they go to their sideline. I seemed to remember that they had to (but might be getting it confused with a "typical" timeout) and he disagreed with me. I couldn't find support for either of out cases in the rule or case book. Can someone help me with a ruling and references?
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CANADIAN RULING:
At first understanding of a prolonged delay, I will instruct both teams to their benches, if they so desire. Or they can stay on the field at that point. I mean, what do I care?
Also, to think that we have any authority telling players were there can go, or can't go, is beyond me.