Observation Boys 3A Final in WA

[Adam]

Originally Posted by IUGRAD92

Am I correct that there is no rule reference that says the Lakes player cannot assume the 2nd position in this particular situation?

You are correct. Looks like the official in question got this wrong.

Originally Posted by Whistles & Stripes

No you are not. Lane spaces are basically what I call "team specific" now. Defense gets the lowest spots. Offense gets the next spots, and the defense gets the spots above that. If a lane space is left open by the team entitled to that spot, the other team may not occupy it.

You couldn't be more wrong. Read 8-1-4 more closely.
Then, when you're done, go check out case play 8.1.4b. It's pretty clear that this should be allowed.