T or let it ride? - Page 6

Adam · #76 (**permalink**) Mon Nov 26, 2007, 03:01pm

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Originally Posted by blindzebra

Do you read and understand or do you just check for grammar?

Working for her or not isn't the issue, the chance it will blow up in someone else's face is the issue.

It doesn't make sense...frankly it's stupid...to reply with thank you when the comment doesn't call for it, confusing a coach into being quiet isn't good game management. Pissing them off when they think you are being a prick is even worse.

Here's a bit of news. Communication is rarely all verbal. I'm willing to bet that Juulie's demeanor is such that she says more on the court than her words convey.
If it's worked for her, then you have no beef whatsoever. It's an alternative to "I hear you coach." Both are just as likely to blow up. And, for what it's worth, silence isn't always the best response.

Jurassic Referee · #77 (**permalink**) Mon Nov 26, 2007, 03:02pm

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Originally Posted by blindzebra

Do you read and understand or do you just check for grammar?

Working for her or not isn't the issue, the chance it will blow up in someone else's face is the issue.

It doesn't make sense...frankly it's stupid...to reply with thank you when the comment doesn't call for it, confusing a coach into being quiet isn't good game management. Pissing them off when they think you are being a prick is even worse.

Thank you.

blindzebra · #78 (**permalink**) Mon Nov 26, 2007, 03:06pm

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Originally Posted by Jurassic Referee

Thank you.

2007, 07:51pm
Jurassic Referee
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Originally Posted by rainmaker
Like what? I suppose it depends on the tone of voice. I've worked hard at keeping the sarcasm out. It's worked for me. Worked very well. *shrug*

I'm with BZ on this one. You will eventually run into a coach that misconstrues your intent and thinks that you're just being a smart-azz. Jmo, but a simple nod of the head to acknowledge that you heard the coach is sufficient. The coach is just trying to work you anyway.

Look familiar?

Jurassic Referee · #79 (**permalink**) Mon Nov 26, 2007, 03:21pm

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Originally Posted by blindzebra

2007, 07:51pm
Jurassic Referee
Registered User Join Date: Aug 2001
Location: Hell
Posts: 15,016

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Originally Posted by rainmaker
Like what? I suppose it depends on the tone of voice. I've worked hard at keeping the sarcasm out. It's worked for me. Worked very well. *shrug*

I'm with BZ on this one. You will eventually run into a coach that misconstrues your intent and thinks that you're just being a smart-azz. Jmo, but a simple nod of the head to acknowledge that you heard the coach is sufficient. The coach is just trying to work you anyway.

Look familiar?

Yup, and two days ago it was probably relevant too.

Soooooooooo, thank you.

Coltdoggs · #80 (**permalink**) Mon Nov 26, 2007, 03:27pm

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Originally Posted by Dan_ref

HAHAHAHAHA! Dammit Dan...that's TWO PC monitors you owe me today for spitting my Coke out!

rockyroad · #81 (**permalink**) Mon Nov 26, 2007, 03:39pm

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Originally Posted by blindzebra

Do you read and understand or do you just check for grammar?

Working for her or not isn't the issue, the chance it will blow up in someone else's face is the issue.

It doesn't make sense...frankly it's stupid...to reply with thank you when the comment doesn't call for it, confusing a coach into being quiet isn't good game management. Pissing them off when they think you are being a prick is even worse.

As opposed to saying something witty and pithy such as "I hear you, coach" which will automatically trigger their empathy and stop them from being so pusillanimous, right...orrrrrr, will simply cause the coach to yell something like "Then do something about it!" Yep, that there's way better game management, yeahsureyoubetcha.

Oh well, thank you anyway blindzebra.

rainmaker · #82 (**permalink**) Mon Nov 26, 2007, 04:31pm

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Originally Posted by blindzebra

It doesn't make sense...frankly it's stupid...to reply with thank you when the comment doesn't call for it, confusing a coach into being quiet isn't good game management.

A coach gives me information. I express gratitude. How is that confusing?

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Originally Posted by blindzebra

Pissing them off when they think you are being a prick is even worse.

They don't think I'm being a prick. Never. Even in stripes and sansabelt pants, they know very well that my obnoxious side is better characterized by different vocabulary.

Jurassic Referee · #83 (**permalink**) Mon Nov 26, 2007, 06:18pm

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Originally Posted by rainmaker

They don't think I'm being a prick. Never. Even in stripes and sansabelt pants, they know very well that my obnoxious side is better characterized by different vocabulary.

Aw geeze, there you go again......

You're wrong. They certainly sureashell may think that you're a "prick". A "prick" does not necessarily relate to having a male appendage. If you go to Dictionary.com, you'll find that it's vulgar slang for "an obnoxious or contemptible person." That means of either gender.

Us guys know all this stuff.

M&M Guy · #84 (**permalink**) Mon Nov 26, 2007, 06:35pm

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Originally Posted by Jurassic Referee

Us guys know all this stuff.

I guess I don't mind being included.

This time.

Jurassic Referee · #85 (**permalink**) Mon Nov 26, 2007, 06:40pm

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Originally Posted by M&M Guy

I guess I don't mind being included.

What makes you think that I included you?

rainmaker · #86 (**permalink**) Mon Nov 26, 2007, 06:46pm

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Originally Posted by Jurassic Referee

Aw geeze, there you go again......

You're wrong. They certainly sureashell may think that you're a "prick". A "prick" does not necessarily relate to having a male appendage. If you go to Dictionary.com, you'll find that it's vulgar slang for "an obnoxious or contemptible person." That means of either gender.

Us guys know all this stuff.

Thank you.