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I have done a Solo act once or twice. WHY you would want to be table side is beyond me.
I agree with everything said, but have three more suggestions. Be quick with a "T", especially on players. Once you have explained that you are working solo and they should cut you some slack, that should do it. The first solo I did I had a player or two start getting chirpy, I gave them one warning, then popped em. (One from each team). That settled them and the coaches down.
Secondly, call tight on rebounding fouls. WHile you don't want to "guess" an on the back call, be a little more strict with your calls there. That will keep players a little less aggressive on the boards, and clean up a whole lot of grey area stuff.
Finally, HUSTLE. If you blow a call, which you will, if the coaches see you out there running around, being active and engaged, you will get the benefit of the doubt, and their respect.
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