The phrase that I was taught to use when the coach is whining about traveling, fouls, etc., is:
"Coach, I hear you."
This sends two messages:
a) I'm not ignoring you and I hear what you are saying.
b) I don't want to hear any more.
Just make sure you are ready to back it up if the coach chooses not to stop.
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