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Old Fri Dec 24, 2004, 07:31pm
zebraman zebraman is offline
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Originally posted by Rich Fronheiser
Quote:
Originally posted by Ron Pilo
I say : "Hello Coach, My name is Ron, Here's your coaching box, (expecially for the visiting Team), and let me know right away if you want a 30 second timeout so we can let the other team know right away. Have fun tonight!"
Why so concerned about the coaching box? The lines are there and they know what the lines are for.
Because it's emphasized in our state (Ron also works in Washington). If you don't mention it, many coaches might think you don't care what they do or how far they roam (which with some officials is correct). By mentioning it, you are telling them that you are aware of it and that you will be watching for it. That's good preventative officiating.

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