One Track Mind?

My intial reaction to Kelly's disqualification was shock. Our country is extremely diverse, with people of many differnt religious and ethnic backgrounds. From an ethical standpoint, diversity is suppose to be embraced. If anyone has a religion that's not the 'norm' of the country, they should not be shunned or disqualified from a race. Rules are broken all the time, and there should be leeway, or a reconsideration of rules for someone who 'broke' a uniform dresscode.
I think that this disqualification constitutes religious discrimination, but that it wasn't completely dilberate. The referees/judges should be more sensitive and pay more attention to the details of their decision. Since other individuals were disqualified for not following uniform code, this shows that no one was deliberately trying to point fingers at Kelly. However, Kelly should have the right to wear her head covering if it's against her own religious beliefs not to. Since there are standards, i feel like those disqualifying her may not be trying to shun her, but are just following the rules. Following the rules isn't always just, and definitely doesn't allow of change. Isn't that why we as citizen of the United States have the right to propose changes for laws/rules if they're not fair?
If i were to write an argumentative essay on this decision, i would need more information about what the other members were disqualified for exactly, and their backgrounds. Was it really just a matter of not being in uniform color or was there more to the decision? I would also like to know how well the rules were set and if they were read and given to the members of the track team so that they understand what's allowed and what will cause them to be disqualified. Also, can the rules be altered or changed if someone protested them?
Rogers stance was not very well defended when looking at what Kellys mom said about his statement "Every sport has uniform rules. It has nothing to do with religious discrimination. They were provided with several options that would have allowed her to run without taking off her head covering" (qtd. in Goldenbach). Kelly's mom mentioned that these options were not even discussed till after the race. To me, Rogers use of the word "nothing" makes it seems like he's worried about defending himself and that there could have been religious descrimination. However, maybe she did just need to wear a white shirt over her outfit, and that would have been a simple solution. This disqualification could have been thrown out of proportion, who knows.
I think that a potential solution regarding implementing track rules would be to allows religious garmets to be worn if desired. Unfortunately, I can see this rule being thrown around humorously with people arguing "it's against my religion to do so and so". Maybe a strict set of standards should be set, or an committee set up to decide what's fair and what's not.
If the single solid color rule was implemented, my response to Kelly's disqualification may change. She could have easily changed the color of her head garmet, as long as it wasn't against her religion, therefore the rule would be more tolerant, but still keep the athletic appearance that the team wants.