I agree that the concept is very cool and I really appreciate the effort of those that put this on. I do struggle with how differently things are enforced by SO's across the country and the effect that has on the scores generated.
They did not, the rule book is not that simple these days, but it was missed.
The MD did, in the end make the right decision ( IMO ) to drop the stage. How many times have we seen illegal stages ignored?
Good on Dave to stand up for the rules.
Sandy