Thanks to all the catcher's dads for posting their tips. For those who have eliminated the forehead mounts, has DD had any trouble getting their catching helmet pass equipment check at the beginning of a tournament? Most of the time, do they even notice the modifications?
Umps usually just check for the NOCSAE stamp and make sure the cage is securely attached. If there are screws obviously missing, they will also disallow it until it is fixed. As long as there are screws in the holes, I would be very surprised if they have an issue. However, my backpack will have the removed parts, just in case.