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Originally posted by TravelinMan
Footlocker, it happened to a star varsity player in the Baltimore area. Do you think I make these things up? Footlocker, what level have you coached soccer at?
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Thanks for posting the article. I never said that your article was bullsh!t. I will say that this does not change the fact that I have never seen a scolding, card, ejection or even an evil-eye from an official at a soccer game for celebration with shirt over the head. Soccer is a different culture. If you think I am making this up, as you are suggesting by bring my experience into question check out this site.
http://www.footballculture.net/games..._feedback.html
Now, I have heard of players removing corner flags to be used as part of the celebration, this has earned players yellows. There is a rule change that is supposed to be in effect for FIFA in July of this year where they intend to penalize celebrations which include removal of the jersey with a yellow card. At our club, players are more fearful of the coaching staff than the officials for such celabratory practices.
Now, back to basketball: It was your game, do what you want. Clearly, my thoughts about handling the situation that you suggested are shared by others as well. As I said, everything is a situation and you are obviously confident that your call was correct.
For me,
"Player A, if you want to stay in the game, you'll tuck your shirt in and keep it in."
Then I move on.