violation or not

[mick]

Originally posted by ChuckElias
The team's action doesn't really seem like a big deal. However, it is a POE this year that players on the court must stay on the court, and bench personnel must stay on the bench. Leaving the bench area -- to go into the hall for a drink, or to go into the stands to sit with friends, or (I would guess) leaving for the locker while the ball is still in play -- is not acceptable.

I'm not sure that I have a call here, but I probably would have a brief conversation with the coach when we come out for the second half.

Chuck,
That's just a "touch foul", and you don't call those.

I see no justification, with regard to spirit and intent, based on that POE and the given sitch. There is no penalty because the onus seems to be on the coaches with regard to the committee's "concern".
If the opposing coach says something, then fine, I'll have to mention it.
mick