Saluting

[a4caster]

We had a game last night (yes, Tuesday night Varsity, long story) where the home team's band was placed behind the end zone about 10 yds. The issue came when the home team scored and made a simple salute towards their band. Now, the first time they did it, the player was surrounded by teammates, and only the far wing caught a glimpse (it did make the highlight reel on the evening news) so was not penalized first time. We notified coach, and I never saw it again, but that doesn't mean it didn't happen.

Here's the debate: Is this really taunting? It's focused towards their team, nothing extravagant, no more than a second. The argument was that it's seen on Sunday, so nip it in the bud. You also see running the kickoff out of the end zone, are we allowing that, too? My personal preference is if it does not bring excessive attention to oneself and does not focus towards the other team, let it go. However, if it gets too showy, then proceed with the USC.

Any opinions? This is why we discuss these things.