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Keep in mind that the sideline rules are changing this year and the exact wording has not yet come down from the Fed.
However, it is best to use the SLW early as the first one carries no penalty. Its intended use is to back the sideline- players, coaches and other team personnel off the two yard area for safety and for the wings to work unimpeded. This was necessary as wing officials have been told to work wider as a part of their mechanics.
The prior rule was the coaches box could have up to 3 coaches in it but now they will have to retreat back "prior to the ball becoming live" behind the line into what was the "team box".
A SLW on one team will also usually get the attention of the other sideline when the WH gives the signal to the press box so your partner will love it when you throw it first.
A SLW can also be used in lieu of harsher penalties or unruly behavior depending on your local philosophies which is why most of the stuff we're telling you here you need to see how your local group wishes to handle.
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