What to tell Refs to enforce a "safe" game

[canuckrefguy]

Originally posted by mrgusb
As a coach, what can I tell/ask the refs prior to a game...

1. That you'll stick to coaching
2. That you'll stay in your coach's box
3. That you won't forget 1 & 2

Other than that, say nothing.

If you approach me before the game, asking/telling me to do this, that, and the other thing, you are alienating me right off the bat.

Bad idea.

Just smile, say "hi", "have a good game", "good luck", or something like that and walk away.