"That is my partner's call."

[just another ref]

Originally Posted by bob jenkins

I usually state this positively instead of negativiely: "I was looking at xx and xx" (be specific).

I like this too. Of course it also depends on what the complaint is about. Coaches usually complain to the official that is nearest, no matter what. What can you possibly say when, as lead in two man, the coach is screaming at you about the ten second count? Sometimes there is no substitute for a shoulder shrug. Or, better yet, a brief, incredulous look.

"What is this strange, coachese language which you are speaking?"