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CoachG,
First, make sure you ask for a timeout and an explanation of the call. You should not be charged with the timeout if called is corrected. Always approach the officials in a sportmanlike manner. I can't stress this enough!!!!!
Second, study the rule book and make sure you have a good basis for questioning a call. You would be really surprised how many coaches, players, and fans that think they know the rules when really they don't have a clue. Last, realize that officials make mistakes some times. It sounds like you had some young guys learning the game who probably made a mistake. There is no three second count on an inbounds play. By knowing the rule book you could point this out to an official. Remember, officiating is a profeesion where perfection is expected every game and we all know that's not realistic. I think you handled the situation well by setting a good example of accepting a mistake without going crazy. GREAT JOB!!
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