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Originally Posted by rainmaker
I agree that the OP needs to learn some different game management tools, but de-escalating was never his responsibility. His ONLY job is to enforce the rules, and to be sure he's not contributing to any escalation that happens.
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Nice impassioned speech there. Where did I state that we can go around the rules to de-escalate a situation? I can lower my personal bar for what constitutes a foul if it helps keep the game in control. I can ask a coach or player to calm down emotionally or physcially. I can let them know the consequences for not doing so, and then penalize them. I can try and reason with them before calling a foul or a T. I can do all kinds of things.
You are correct, though. The ONLY job is to enforce the rules. That's the requirement. Based on what I read, I think they absolutely contributed to the escalation. Resolving conflict amicably is a big key to being a successful basketball official. It also helps in life, too!
