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Originally Posted by j51969
Yes I am consistent. I officiate the game, not society. The coach is part of the team and can be dealt with accordingly. I not even sure how you can marry the two together? You will be a very busy guy dealing with players coaches and fans. Remember I wasn't in favor of abusive behavior, just didn't think it was my job to deal with it. There are rare times when the game needs to stop to control,or remove a spectator. But for booing, clever signage, and turning back during visiting intros? Not my problem. If the school admin. isn't worried why should I be.
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The three things you mention aren't in the same category as what is being discussed. Personal insults during a game directed at a player are your business. It only takes a couple of minutes to get an AD or other administrator to deal with it. It will be the last time you have to at that game. Also keep in mind that you are on the floor with the players and will hear things game management will not. It is your obligation to the game to work with game management to deal with potentially explosive situations.
I have yet to remove a fan from a game but will not hesitate if they start verbally abusing a player. I've noticed an escalation in the tone of comments at 3 or 4 of my games this year. I would rather remove a fan than see a player go after him. JMO