What is the ruling on a player wearing an elbow brace that has an unaltered pointed hinge?

The ruling regarding a player wearing an elbow brace that has an unaltered pointed hinge is that it is legal as long as it remains in its original design. This means that if the elbow brace has not been modified to make it more dangerous—such as having its pointed components altered or removed—it can be worn during play. The focus is on player safety and the design of the brace as it was intended to function.

If the brace maintains its original structure and is crafted from materials that do not introduce added risks to other players, it follows the rules established to ensure fair play and minimize the chance of injury. Therefore, the original intent and unaltered state of the brace allow it to meet the requirements for equipment used in a game.

Other considerations may involve aspects like additional padding, which could be required for modifications or certain alterations, but as long as the brace is kept in its original design, it complies with the regulations set forth.