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Originally Posted by TrojanHorse
Coaching at a 8th grade boys tournament this past weekend, My team and I were early and watched the game before us. Two rivals that usually results in a well played game. What was disturbing though was the actions of several players on on team.
During the 2nd qtr. Home team drives to the basket and two players from the visiting team collapse on him. A foul is called, and the player who has the foul called on him walks through the paint, throws his hands on his head and says in a loud talking voice, "unbelievable" He does this several times. I was expecting a T, but it never came..an official said something to him while shooting free throws.
Game progresses, kid picks up his third and again shows visible disgust. Nothing said
Late 4th quarter, not sure if he fouls out or what, but again shows visible disgust...he comes out..and he he proceeds to strike the bench at least 5-6 times. About 10 seconds later, his teammate comes out and he does the same thing. The coach says nothing, but sadly neither do the officials.
To make matters worse, after the game is over, the officials watch the post game handshake(not required, but no place really to go) and the same player talked about goes up to the officials and tells them to google reffering.
Just wondering what you all would say about this.
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In my humble opinion no player on the floor should be making comments or doing actions that are unsporting or inappropriate, especially challenging an official. When I hear or see inappropriate remarks/behavior I say “No more. Next time it’s a technical.” If it is worthy of a foul, I T him/her up. If it is cussing; no warning.
I feel I need to be a teacher on the court, particularly with grade school players. I have warned players not to stomp their feet or chant while the opponent is at the free throw line or explained certain calls during the game, e.g. not knowing what a 1&1foul shot is.
During a dead ball after a foul, or held ball, I have called both teams together to discuss rough play under the boards. I usually say it loud enough for coaches and bench players to hear. I do this not to show boat but to make my point loud and clear.
My point is game management is part of our job, but we can also be teachers when it is apparent the coach is not managing the players. After a grade school game last week a parent from the losing team came to me and shook my hand. She thanked my partner and me for explaining to the players the rules on some of the calls we made. That was nice and appreciated!