Hand shakes

[BktBallRef]

"Get in, get done, get out." - Mick Chambers

[Rob_K]

I always thank the officials and my kids always give you guys a bump. I think it's extremely important for the sportsmanship side of the game.

[JRutledge]

I just get off the floor. No thumbs up, no nothing, just get off the floor as quickly as possible.

Peace

[just another ref]

I'm in between the two extremes. I certainly don't linger, but I don't sprint off the floor at the horn either, which seems to be quite common. I'm not looking to interact with anyone, but if a coach or player comes to me with thanks and/or a handshake, I will briefly accept and move on.

About all we do in varsity is B/G doubleheaders, and often we don't even leave the court between games, so to be in a big rush to leave when it's all over doesn't seem like that big of a deal.

[ref3808]

Here in wonderful MA we have a handshake protocol that requires officials to be part of the postgame handshake. It caused quite a stir here a couple of years ago. 2 man crews and postgame requirements. We get all the fun.

[bainsey]

Originally Posted by Rob_K

I always thank the officials and my kids always give you guys a bump. I think it's extremely important for the sportsmanship side of the game.

As one who does a mixed bag, from high school down to youth travel, I appreciate this.

The younger the players, the more likely we're to stick around the court for another game, and the more likely we're to get handshakes/fist bumps.

This seldom happens in high school games, though. We just give a thumbs up, thank you, and walk off the court. We've been told that running off the court sends the wrong message, unless you're absolutely certain there's a safety issue.

[tomegun]

My time in the DC area, and the fans with great sportsmanship (I'm being very sarcastic), caused me to leave immediately. I don't run off the court and I'm not making direct eye contact with anyone. I'm taking a direct path to the locker room...ready for anything.

[Adam]

Originally Posted by Rob_K

I always thank the officials and my kids always give you guys a bump. I think it's extremely important for the sportsmanship side of the game.

In non school games, I'm probably changing my shoes courtside anyway, so I'm available for post game gratitude and good will. In school games, you won't find me unless I'm waiting by the door while my partner does his glad handing.