Unruly fans

[UNIgiantslayers]

Originally Posted by BadNewsRef

I usually look at them, shake my head with a disgusted look on my face, and then turn away. I have in my time interacted verbally, as recently as 2 weeks ago. Not saying that's for everybody, but I pick my moments.

I would never do any of this, nor would I recommend it. My assignor would be furious.

[SC Official]

I laugh at fans in response to their idiocy. On the court. And make sure they can see me.

We are not robots. There are not many absolutes in this business.

[SD Referee]

Originally Posted by SC Official

I laugh at fans in response to their idiocy. On the court. And make sure they can see me.

We are not robots. There are not many absolutes in this business.

Right or wrong, I have used that tactic as well. Surprisingly, the idiot shuts up more than you would think.

I try not to do that very often or acknowledge them in any way very often. As I said earlier, I don't hear most of it anyway.