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Tue Jan 22, 2013, 11:42am

Manny A

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Quote:

Originally Posted by DRJ1960

Does the fact that NFHS uses different terms ("loose equipment" vs "discarded equipment") impact your call?

Nope. To me, loose equipment is any equipment that is not in its proper place. It could've been detatched, discarded, removed, fallen off, blown off by the wind, whatever.

Would you rule obstuction if a runner was hindered by a discarded catcher's mask?

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