If a team votes to wear special patches in memory of players, what is required for those patches to be considered legal?

For special patches to be considered legal when a team votes to wear them in memory of players, approval from the state association is required. This is important because state associations oversee uniform regulations and ensure that any modifications comply with the established guidelines for high school athletics. The need for approval helps to maintain a standard for uniforms across the state, preventing any confusion or disparity in what is allowed during competitions.

While individual coaches may have their preferences and a team's unity in design is important for the aesthetics of the uniform, neither of these factors supersedes the authority of the state association. Additionally, while some organizations might permit no prior approval under certain conditions, in high school sports, the state association typically needs to maintain oversight to uphold fairness and consistency in the rules governing athletic apparel. Thus, ensuring that the patches are approved by the state association safeguards the integrity of the sport.