My 4x100 team ran their best race of the season today with a time which would have them seeded third going into the State Championships; however, the Zone 3 judge flagged them for a late handoff. I was In a good (not perfect) position, and it appeared to me that while the anchor leg had stepped outside the zone, the exchange occurred well within it.
I appealed; and the judge said that while he was confident in his decision, he could not be 100% sure there was a violation. Meet director and head referee meet, and DQ stands on the grounds that judgement calls cannot be appealed.
I have no doubt that they ruled by the letter of the law... but holy shit I am pissed right now. If you aren't 100% sure, then keep the damn flag down.
That is all.