I like the seatbelt rule as it enforces 'good' behavior and as another poster stated in this thread many coaches like standing up during the game and coaching. Having to sit down and coach isn't quite the same. The possibility of losing the box I would like to believe is a big factor in some behavior choices that coaches make.
I would think if we removed the loss of box penalty you'd have more Ts as coaches know they can cross the line one time and not lose the box.
Now for the OP I would have whacked the coach for that comment as well. That being said if a coach is a step or two on the court and coaching, not in my way or commenting he/she may just get a gentle reminder to stay in the box. For me personally that kind of reminder doesn't register on my radar for conduct issues....
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