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Originally Posted by RookieDude
I don't need or want the fist bump/hand shake during player introductions...I'll interact with the players DURING THE GAME.
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I disagree strongly.
Dissuading sportsmanship is not the way to go. If the players want to take a few extra seconds and shake/bump our hands, enjoy the respect. I'll even notify the coach of a "best handshake award" (firm, eye contact).
When the teams stress respect for us, it can only make thing better. To even suggest that you don't want handshakes only makes us more distant and unapproachable.