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How can anybody, (fellow official, fan, player, or coach) criticize Bert the way he handled the situation? First of all, I don't think any official wants to determine the outcome of the game, unless it is an obvious foul, violation, etc. The IU layup was a terrible shot, hitting the bottom of the backboard. There was no obvious contact that made the layup a disadvantage.
Bert's composure was unbelievable. So calm and cool, giving coach Davis every opportunity in the world to cool down. Only one pointer to the young officials out there, whenever a coach comes out towards you, walk them back to their box to become less conspicuous.
Coach Davis showed no class by coming on to the court, but showed class by stating he was wrong, admitting his mistake.
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