First, welcome to the wonderful (usually!) world of basketball officiating. As a student myself, (I've only been working for 3 years) I've have reaped numerous benefits from this avocation. As for this question, it is important to be approachable to the coaches, as it lets them know that even though you are in control, you understand their needs and purpose. Do you need to explain every call, of course not! But, if there is a rules question, let him have his say. As for you other posts, if the scoreboard doesn't keep track of team fouls, it's the scorekeeper's responsibility. If the board shows the fouls, then glance at it and communicate with the table after every foul. The screen you described seems to be legal, as there was no contact. But, if A2 was hindering B1's sight or movement, you could call an intentional foul. It sounds like you did the right thing though.
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