Advice on how to handle mouthy players

[JRutledge]

Originally Posted by Snaqwells

Because I'm not going to let the players change the way I'm officiating. Targeting a player isn't the answer, just tell him to stop. If he doesn't, call the T. Obvious, simple, and effective.

I happen to agree with him. Usually a player that is complaining is not learning from what you are telling them. I will just keep calling fouls and not give them any benefit of the doubt. They will eventually be out of the game by either too many fouls or their coach will realize they are not listening. I do not make up the first foul, I call what I see and usually try not to call a really silly foul.

Peace