Ref's talking with fans

[Junker]

I do talk to fans on occasion, especially in weekend tournaments and such. It helps pass the time and often you'll see the same people all day long. As far as discussing rules or calls, if a fan asks in a polite manner, I'll give them a quick explaination (where else are they supposed to learn the rules correctly? Broadcasters?). Other than that, it's usually asking about a college game that got over after I was at my game, how their season has been going, or something of that sort. I think you can have short conversations in a professional manner. If your conversations are getting in the way of the game, you need to tone it down.