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Originally posted by chiefblue86
Yo, Whowefoolin. Yes, and no. Yes, we enforce the rules . . . according to the rules. But coaches DO have a choice under certain situations. As such, we must offer the coach the ability to make a choice. THAT also is an important part of enforcing the rules.
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I'd have to agree. In amateur ball, I'm letting him know he's got that choice and I let him decide. I consider that preventative officiating, and keeps my butt out of the wringer. I'm less concerned about the team that has committed an infraction that causes this coach to have an opiton. If questioned by them, I'll merely tell them the coach has an option, and as the official I need to know what his decision is before the game resumes.
Just my opinion,
Freix