Pregame

[MN 3 Sport Ref]

Here is one I use in upper level games where the level of play is high and we have many skilled players on the floor (upper div HS and JuCO)

"guys/Ladies, no one in the stands including yourselves came here to watch us blow our whistles. Remember that while we are playing and we will be fine.. Any questions??? Good luck and Have Fun!!"

I totally agree w/ the short pre-game at the upper levels no one is paying attention anyways. Get in and get out.

In MN we are also required to get a speaking captain as well as to ask the coaches about legally equipped players (even though they usually have no clue whether they are anyways. They also ask us to mention to both about promoting good sportsmanship.