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I have a question....and before I get demonized, I'll let you know I was hoping for Batesburg-Leesville to win.

Why was the winning kick not called a high kick (dangerous play)?



On a dramatic, overhead (or scissors) kick in the penalty area, no decent ref is going to disallow that opportunity unless the offensive player actually strikes the defender with his foot, or at least causes the defender to flinch, pull away or duck for cover. In this case, the center official apparently thought the closest defender was not in danger. Result => great goal.

Good call by the ref to allow it. It would have been terrible if he blew his whistle quickly and denied this opportunity.

Kids play sports because they find it fun. Eliminate the fun and soon you eliminate the kid.