Partner and ejected coach start to get personal.

[NURef]

Excellent feedback...

I did not know that you allow 60 seconds for the coach to clear the gym. I agree we should have reported it and stepped away...then engaged the administrator or at that point end the game. Boy that whole ending the game thing isn't something I would care to have done, but I'm sure it's warranted at times.

Are these the types of things you normally discuss in a pre-game? After having worked with this guy I'm thinking it's important to get on the same page before hand...especially when you're with either someone new or a hot head.

Live and learn...again thanks!

[TimTaylor]

I agree with Jurassic 100%.

As I've said more than once, a big part of our job as officials is to be the calm voice of reason in an otherwise chaotic environment. If we can't do that, we have no business on the court.

No matter the situation or provocation, we, above all else, must keep our cool - save the emotional release for later in private. What you want anyone who watches the game video to see is a calm, confident official efficiently dealing with the wacko coach/player/etc. in accordance with the rules.

The process is simple:
1. A calm "Coach, that's your 2nd T - by rule you need to leave the gym."
2. If the coach refuses, turn to the table and instruct them to start a 60 second clock.
3. Immediately remove yourself from the possibility of any escalation by getting physically away from the coaches & table - go to the center circle opposite the table as you would for a 60 second time out & let it play out.

[Jurassic Referee]

Originally Posted by TimTaylor

I agree with Jurassic 100%.

As I've said more than once, a big part of our job as officials is to be the calm voice of reason in an otherwise chaotic environment. If we can't do that, we have no business on the court.

No matter the situation or provocation, we, above all else, must keep our cool - save the emotional release for later in private. What you want anyone who watches the game video to see is a calm, confident official efficiently dealing with the wacko coach/player/etc. in accordance with the rules.

The process is simple:
1. A calm "Coach, that's your 2nd T - by rule you need to leave the gym."
2. If the coach refuses, turn to the table and instruct them to start a 60 second clock.
3. Immediately remove yourself from the possibility of any escalation by getting physically away from the coaches & table - go to the center circle opposite the table as you would for a 60 second time out & let it play out.

And I agree with Tim 132%.

Well said re: looking like you're capable of handling any situation without getting excited or losing your poise.