T-ing the Assistant Coaches

[JRutledge]

Originally Posted by truerookie

My fellow officials,
unlike Old School, I understand what goes on . I would not give an immediatley T in that situation. I know to inform the coach. I have done it in the past. I also know it's about communication with the HC. I like being that individual who likes to present an alternative perspective Other comments?

The reason I do not want to give an immediate T, because I think it looks better that you addressed a situation and you give a T after a clear warning. That does not mean you do not ever T a coach for getting out of hand on the first bad behavior. I just think if all the coach is doing is crying for a travel, hand check or some little foul, go to the HC and give them a chance to correct it. If they cannot handle their coach, then it is T time.

I know I have been criticized for saying this before, but if you have a certain presence and know how to talk to a HC, you can eliminate a lot of problems. I have also found that if you address the behavior and not the issue that they are complaining about, then you might find out you will not need to give a T at all. I had two coaches after I said something to the HC turn around and say, "Will you guys shut up!!"

Peace