I have seen newspaper and cardboard stuffed into socks attempting to make it look shin guards (I disallowed all). I played in an indoor soccer tournament where I saw a GK from another team wearing full leg baseball catcher shin guards (we were going to refuse to play if he was going to be allowed to wear them against us.
From LOTG
- shinguards – these must be made of a suitable material to provide reasonable protection and covered by the socks
Here is the debate.... what constitutes a proper shin guard? Does it have to be designed for football? Notice it doesnt say "shin protection" which I would say the above photo represents. It is a good point above that he is altering the profile of his leg even if it is deemed safe. Where do you draw the line? Hockey pads ok? Baseball shin guards ok? Can I athletic tape bubble wrap to my legs? How about a piece of wood?
imho this is not rocket science. The LOTG are not excessive for equipment. Not my fault you forgot your gear. Wear the required football gear or go home and get it. I wouldnt allow this