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Originally Posted by AtlUmpSteve
Absolutely. You are looking for a result, not a "one size fits all" solution.
Options might include "OK, coach, you have my attention, so let's proceed like adults; what would you like to ask me?" It should get the same intended result; while there are many things that can be said to inflame the situation, the goal is to let the coach understand that a conversation/discussion is the best opportunity for his position or belief to be considered.
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Asking a "howler monkey" (for those who do not frequent the Basketball Forum) to "proceed like aduts" just made my day.
MTD, Sr.
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