Can player wear a cast and practice or play in a game?
A.14. Players may not participate in any contact, live or otherwise, in practice or games if wearing a hard or rigid material cast even if said cast is wrapped with protective foam or rubber type substances. Examples of a hard or rigid material casts include those made of metal, plaster type material or fiberglass material. This differs from high school rules which allow those casts with a doctors written permission and the protective foam cover. However, this is youth football and the individuals health and safety are of concern. The reason for this GEJFA rule is not necessarily the safety of other players, but the safety of the player wearing the cast. If a hard cast is required, then the injury is such that this youth should not be playing contact sports.
