Pass back to Goalie

[CecilOne]

Originally posted by JimP
Unless you were absolutely sure the defender intentionally passed the ball back to the keeper, it should have been a "no call". ... snip ...

I think this is really the point. Part of the rule is intent.

As far as discussing a past call with a coach, I agree with "never discuss your decisions with a coach beyond being polite and saying "that's what I saw coach", or if you did make a bad call, tell the coach "I understand your concern". I would, however, re-explain the play if the coach asks the next time. Either way, expect to hear "Are you going change your mind about that one, too?" on the next call the coach doesn't like. That comment has to be ignored the first time (especially if in jest), warned about the second time, dealt with if it continues, just be sure you read the tone of voice correctly.