Well said, Bob - or rather, well written.
As umpires, we should be used to some sniping, name calling and tickery to make us look inept. One of the first things that veterans impart on rookies is how to handle an irrational coach. Your response often dictates the level of meltdown.
What we've witnessed is not complete, but it looks like it soon will be.
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