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Originally Posted by cubsfanllw
for us young guys out there, can some of you veterans give us some good responses to some of the standard "coach speak" items. (i.e. "you've called x fouls on them and y on us", "call it both ways", etc.) i know sometimes it is best to just not respond at all, but i'd love to know some things i could say back when i need to to acknowledge that i heard the coach, but not make it worse. any "coach speak" you can think of and your general responses would be really appreciated.
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In general you are right to ignore statements. Sometimes coaches won't let it go though. In these cases try something like "OK coach" or "I hear you, coach" as it may simply diffuse the situation.
Legitimate questions deserve an answer. Statements and stupid questions don't.