Metal Cleats

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Are metal cleats allowed in 7th or 8th grade?

 

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12. Shoes are required equipment. Shoe sole or heel projections other than the standard shoe plate are prohibited. Metal toe plates and metal cleats are permitted. However, metal cleats cannot be L-shaped. Cleats must be rectangular and not extend in excess of 3/4 inch from sole. Detachable cleats are permitted if the cleats screw into the sole of the shoe.

Don't see anything in the uniform regulations that separates 7th/8th grade from the high school in this regard, so by default I'd say that they are permitted, but you may want to check with your coach and/or AD as some programs won't allow them even though the OHSAA does.

 

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I coached an 8th grade team last year in the SWC. We followed OHSAA rules and I had a couple of players who wore metal cleats no problem. But most JR. High leagues even if they follow OHSAA rules have created their own guidelines, so I would definitely check with the AD and the coach before purchasing.

 

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Thanks for the info. Buying a pair of detachable cleats so wanted to get both types.

 

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The committee approved the use of metal cleats and metal toe plates for all players in 2008. However! NFHS 3-2-11 The maximum length of a cleat is
3/4" of an inch and must be a rectangle spike and may not be round, Detachable cleats are permitted.



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