[JRutledge]

I am going to have to say something here. I agree that you should not talk to coaches, but that is not always easy in tournament situations. Whether it is when you enter the gym or in the hospitality room, you will come in contact with coaches.

The thing I would recommend that most officials do is to go to a part of the gym that you are not going to be an easy target for someone to approach you. Usually that means sitting high in the stands away from most incoming traffic if you are going to watch an early game or a game after your game. I think being professional as an official is saying basically hi and bye and keeping conversations at a minimum.

Peace