Even at the threat of legal action? I'm not convinced - coastal spirit vs burnside debate in 2007? springs to mind
Either that protest was lodged within 7 days or the rule was brought in subsequently, not sure which but Burnside acted within the rules. Even though Rangers were acting in good faith by not seeking an international transfer based on the information the player himself provided, Mainland (who had also been asked by Rangers to check the players eligibility then gave the green light!) still enforced the rule once Burnside provided evidence to the contrary. Mainland are never in the wrong and there is no such thing as an innocent mistake. Save your money and flag the lawyers, you'll just be tipping thousands down the toilet. Varsities need to take any penalty on the chin then carry on and win the league.