Thread: Look Back Rule
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Old Tue Apr 04, 2006, 04:35pm
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Originally Posted by WestMichBlue
1) I agree with leaving the field to meet the coach; he doesn't belong on the field. Plus the walk (gives you time to collect your thoughts.)
I have no problem meeting a coach halfway who has requested time to discuss something with me. But a coach yelling, "Come Here!!!"? You've got to be kidding.

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3) Turn and walk back onto the field. He should not follow. If he does, turns suddenly and tell him (strongly) the discussion is over; he is holding up the game and the players want to play and that he is to immediately return to the bench.
I agree 100%
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