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My face to face conversation with the coach lasts from 5-10 seconds. Time that and you will see a lot can be said in a respectful manner during that time. After that I will observe players. It will be obvious to everyone that I'm observing players and not holding a conversation with the coach!
Blindzebra, I'm really not trying to be funny, can you tell me what the conversation is between you and the coach during those free throws? I mean, what is he saying and what are you saying besides telling him about sitting down? I just don't get it. Long, drawn out, up-close conversations with coaches just don't look good, especially to your partner that could be wondering "I gave this coach a T, what could my partner possibly be saying/explaining (consoling) to the coach?" If you keep it short, sweet and move on (observe the players which you can't do while you are facing the coach) then we agree. Anymore conversation and we don't agree. I think you referred to me as being one of those "strong" officials. Thank you. I want to be a strong official. Most of the coaches I've dealt with have more respect for a strong official in the long term than they do a weak official.
Indy_ref, I would love to work some games in my home state. I'm from Richmond and it is a dream to work in the Tiernan Center. Do you have any tournaments this summer?
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