[NWAhoops]

Dan, obviously you don't know me and that's too bad. My focus here was NOT to berate the ref (or you) but to find out how most refs would see/call this. Then, based on that info I can anticipate reactions and change my coaching style. I call it learning.

Since you brought up the subject, I'll respond. IMO, just because you're reffing 10/11/12yr old kids shouldn't stop you from being consistent. Coaches can't coach fundamentals if the calls are all over the board. Call it either loose or tight but call it consistently. I believe most of your colleague would agree.

Opinions from cmathews, Hawks Coach, devdog69 and ChuckElias were direct yet constructive and will allow me to better prepare for future games. You on the other hand, assumed I act like Bobby Knight simply because I put "Coach" in front of my last name. This was the only T I've ever received and I was completely surprised by it. After receiving feedback from the your colleagues I can see their perspective and will never touch the sideline again. (Remember, that was the point of my original post)

On the other hand, you have proven to me, with your last statement, that some refs will always be looking for someone to whack.