If you have a better theory, I'd be interested in hearing it.

I apologize in advance for an off-the-wall question, but how exactly does one define "jewelry" for the purpose of this rule? I don't find wristbands offensive, but I don't like to see those little rope bracelets. My own rule of thumb (which admittedly, I made up in the absence of supporting documentation) has been to make anyone remove anything that could conceivably cause injury in the course of a play. (For example, a fielder's hand gets caught under the necklace of a sliding runner.)

I bring up this topic mostly because I would have to have a reasonable definition to offer the local rats who create diversions and pick nits over stupid things like this. Generally, I tell them that if their wives wouldn't accept it as a Valentine's Day gift, it ain't jewelry. I'm curious to hear your thoughts.

It was once explained to me as:
1:If it is not part of the official uniform, you can not wear it.
2:if is is needed for medical reason and can be verified as such and does not in the opinion of the official,distract from the game, may be worn.
3: if it is growing out of your body and does not violate number 2, then you are ok.

:)

You won't. The Troll is acting out again.

Define religious medals and just maybe my views will be swayed, irregardless of the wording of the rules. Everything has come off in my FED games. I'm yet to see a medic alert bracelet or dog tags that need to be taped. Different associations and states tend to equal different rule interpretations.

Anything the participant claims to be religious.

It must be taped under the uniform so as not to be visible.

Still hanging around, Donovan?