One of the things I have picked up is that at the end of the "regular" pre-game conference, I ask my partner or partners to tell me three things I need to know about how they work the floor, call the game, etc...we all share that info and I have found that helps tremendously - especially with people I am not really familiar with...it lightens the mood a little, helps us to relax, and I find out if partners have a quick whistle, slow whistle, etc...all the things that go beyond coverage areas and rotations, etc...
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