During play, no caps, bandanas, or hard barrettes shall be worn. Cloth (elastic) bands can be used to keep hair in place. 8. Players' legs, knees, and/or ankles may be protected with soft, malleable padding or braces. These items are attached before the start of each season and must be removed after use. After play, the gym shall be cleared of all padding and equipment shall be put away in its proper place. Pads and equipment that are not cleaned off the floor will have to be replaced. Players are required by league rules to remove any headgear during play. Headbands with stickers, logos, or other advertisements are not allowed in competition play. In addition, players are prohibited from having their faces painted, wearing wigs or hair extensions, or using dye products on their hair during games. Wearing jewelry or tattoos that cover any part of the body is also not permitted. Finally, players cannot appear in public areas of the school with their hair dyed different colors. This includes hallways, stairwells, and parking lots. If you would like to wear a bandanna in a basketball game, please do so after the conclusion of the game.