Unapproachable Coach vs. Unapproachable Ref

[Da Official]

Originally Posted by Judtech

Since you asked for feedback here are something to consider. In a situation where the coach wants an explaination try saying something along the lines of "I gotcha coach, let me take care of this first and then we can chat." This let's the coach know that you are willing to talk to them, but also letting them know that you have other responsibilities. It is a small change but you the way you phrased it may have been interpreted as brushing him off.
When he questioned why he didn't get a warning I would have left off the second half of your statement. Basically, he asked a question and all you have to do is answer it. "Why didn't I get a warning" "Coach, I don't have to give you a warning" and let it go at that. Anything more you might come across as a bit snarky.
As for the rest of his comments, I would have had to put the sarcasm filter on high for me and just walk away with a smile.
Not trying to come down on the way you handled it. Just trying to pass on some things I have had to work on.

Thanks for the feedback, JudTech! I am satisfied how I handled the situation BUT I know there were better ways to deal with this coach which is why I asked the group.

You bring up a good point about the "warning" dialogue and I neglected to state that I answered just as you advised the 1ST time he asked "Why didn't I get a warning". By the time the coach asked the 2nd or 3rd time was when I GAVE IT to him and told him to pick up a rulebook. LOL!

And don't worry I allowed him to get the last word in....