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Originally posted by Whistles & Stripes
Why not just grant him his wish as he first expressed it?
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Because situations change and he could change his mind. The first post of this thread is a perfect example this. I personally think it is best to have the coach request a time out when he wants it, not when he tells us he wants it (after next play/one second left). We aren't mind reads, well, at least most of us aren't!
Something that came up in our game Friday. Remember, when you hear someone requesting a time out from the sidelines, always verify that it is the HC and not a player/fan/assistant calling for the TO. If the snap is coming soon, be sure to turn back to the field as to be sure the play hasn't started. If the ball hasn't been snapped, blow it dead and grant the TO.