[JRutledge]

I tell coaches to ask me when you want the time out. I do not think it is a good idea to give a timeout based on a "what if." Just remind the coach to ask me when you want the timeout, so it can be seen on tape or everyone can hear it. Coaches are paranoid creatures and if you give a timeout with no one making a signal or yelling, then you might allow the other coach to find one more thing to complain about. This has worked for me ever since this rule was in place.

Peace