Wed Dec 10, 2003, 03:52pm
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In Memoriam
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Join Date: Nov 1999
Location: Houghton, U.P., Michigan
Posts: 9,953
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Quote:
Originally posted by davidw
Quote:
Originally posted by mick
Quote:
Originally posted by davidw
At a break in the action, I walked up to him and said basically, "I don't have a problem with you saying 'shoot the ball', but I think you are approaching taunting behavior." He gave me a 'what me look?!' and asked what I meant. I said, "I think you know what I mean. No taunting." He gave me a nod and I said, "Thanks."
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davidw,
An intense ballplayer will often have a "scowl" on his face.
You are much more sensitive than I.
IMO, your explanation was quite weak for a high school to understand, but then, so was your stance.
mick
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Mick,
I understand the facial expression we often see in the course of competition. IMO, B1's went beyond that brought on by his intensity. Realizing this, was another reason I chose to warn rather than penalize.
I should also say I was trying to keep my conversation short-- the length of breaks in action dictate that. And in my judgement, based on body language etc. he knew what I was referring to. Which I think was borne out by his response: the nod. I certainly took into account his age as well as all the other circumstances of our communication: time, place, time constraints etc.
But, i appreciate your feedback. I was curios whether others would feel more as my partner did. Thank you.
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davidw,
You paint an ugly picture.
Maybe I'm askin' him to stop, too! 
mick
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