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Originally Posted by waltjp
If we're working together and a coach starts to talk/discuss/argue one of my calls with you I'd expect you to tell him exactly that, "Coach, that's not my call." You should follow by telling him that if he wants to discuss the call he should see me. If he continues to complain to YOU, then YOU show him the exit.
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Wow it always amazes me how quick a toss finger some people have. Throwing out a coach is NOT a badge of honor! Coaches need to be able to question calls. Don't take it personally, unless they make it person.
The most respected umpires in my area have thick skin. They don't take profanity or personal attacks, but simply arguing a call won't make them toss a coach. The more experience you get at umpiring, the less likely you are to toss people. My first year, I probably tossed 8 coaches. Now that I've matured I average less than one a year.
I'd be willing to bet that most of the "quick toss" comments on this board are made by guys that simply want to sound tough, but are all talk.