Game management, pregame style

[Leggs45]

I would not have started the game shooting free-throws. I also would not let a coach put a rule book in my face.

First, I would ask the coach to let me finish my duties at the table before we discussed his concern.

Then, I would listen to what he had to say and give him a chance to "vent". When he is finished, I would tell him that I am aware of the rules and do not need him/her to show me the rule book.

Finally, I would say that in my opinion the young man did not dunk the ball and return to my position opposite table.

I would also give this coach a little more rope than normal at the start of the game because of the situation. I would let him be a little more vocal and animated on the sideline but, I would not let it contniue on for too long before I warned him.