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Originally Posted by Dan_ref
Can't imagine why you would want to stick around after a game to have a rules debate with a coach. I know I wouldn't.
The best action is for the coach to call the assignor.
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First, I understand your point and there is some merit in your advice. At least where I am, there is no guarantee the assignors will know a rule any better than the coach. So, do I want a coach going behind my back, complaining to an Assignor, and now the Assignor thinks I don't know the rule (when, in fact, I do know the rule and both of them are wrong)? I was just saying, if the opportunity presents itself, and it is done in the correct manner, I would prefer to settle the issue without involving the Assignor.
Where I ref, I know most of the Coaches by name and they know me. Sometimes I will see them in the sandwich shop after game, sometimes they stop by the locker room, sometimes they will be talking in the hall when the crew leaves. I want the coach to feel I am approachable in the right circumstance. I will always be respectful and approachable if the coach has the same attitude. So, if a coach wants clarification on a rule after the game, I will oblige him. I will tell him what I saw on a particular play, or my interpretation of a particualr rule. In that situation, I have no problem with the rule book being pulled out. If I was wrong, I can admit it and thank the coach for his help and learn from the experience.
Some of the coaches I know could have a good discussion, others would have difficulty getting past their pride and prejudices. For the latter, it would be best for them to call the assignor and not deal with them. I have seen some coaches (and refs) refuse to accept what is written in the rule and case book.