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Originally Posted by BadNewsRef
It just shows that the players are playing you against your partners. They are telling your partners the exact same thing when you miss a call.  |
I hear what you're saying BNR, but I wouldn't go THAT far... you're making asumptions
I'm aware of the ol' divide & conquer routine. Doesn't work on me... my partner(s) is all that I have out there & we will be the best team on the court!
My sitch happened in a pro setting, where there is often more pushback from players (grown men) than in HS/NCAA. Our rule of thumb is to refer the complaintant to the calling or non-calling official.
We don't answer for each other.
You've got to be a good communicator or you won't be around long.
"Way to play through the contact" - let's 'em know you saw it & passed.
Many times, they respond with "if I missed was a whistle coming?"
"Perhaps" with a smile or wink.
That's the trust I'm speaking of.