NFHS Scrimmage-kick rule discussion

[davidfv1]

Originally posted by BktBallRef

What other rules do yoiu not enforce or make up because the coach doesn't know the rule? I'm not trying to be facetious but that's exactly what you're saying.

If the rule says 7 yards and the holder is only 5 yards away, what right do we have to change the rule?

Don't you do it every game? You let a holding call go because it did not have an effect on the play. You should call those.. it is in the rules!...

You as an officials have every right to use common sense in enforcing the rules. If a player gains an advantage by breaking them, throw the flag. If a player has no advantage gained during a penalty, let it go. If the safety of the player is at stake, you better do what you can do to make sure the player is not hurt. 7 or 5 yards, my thought is with the player and doing what I think it right. I would rather be critized for what I think is a safety issue, then have a kid being carried off the field.

So, what I am saying that in an obvious kick formation/situation (as described), protect the players and you and the players will be better off.