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Originally Posted by BillyMac
General Techniques:
If you’ve missed a call or made a mistake; admit it. This technique can only be used sparingly, perhaps once a game.
Specific Communication Examples: Coach has a good point and might be right.
“You’ve got a good point and might be right about that play.”
“You might be right, that’s one we’ll talk about at halftime/intermission/the next time out.”
“You might be right; I may not have had the best angle on that play.”
Source: Topeka (Kansas) Officials Association
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For the record, "you might be right" is not admitting a mistake.
"You're right, coach. I missed that call" is admitting a mistake.
It's dumb to teach someone they should admit their mistake and then teach them how to get around admitting it.
