Whose Whistle Is It Anyway?

[bainsey]

First of all, I was the R, and I just lost this bet. But, to answer the questions...

Originally Posted by bucky

...I would find it hard to believe that the R could whistle a line to which his back is facing. How could he see it and even know when to blow the whistle? Oh, and indeed, the teeth issue.

It was a pretty slow tap to the sideline, I had a better look at it, and I instinctively put the whistle in my mouth quickly to blow it dead. (I also work soccer, so this is second nature to me.) Not sure how this mechanic eluded me. Thanks!