What to cover in pre-game conference with coaches?

[bkbjones]

Originally Posted by JPRempe

Why do folks flip the coin twice? From whence did that particular occurrence evolve?

As mentioned just above, Knickerbocker Rules #3 called for two tosses, one toss to determine who called the toss, and another to determine who was in and who was out.

I doubt they were the first ones, but that's where it comes from for these games we play.

[CecilOne]

From an NFHS mind, not always in this order:
Intro umps
Lineups verified
Dead ball limits & app if odd
Sportsmanship required
Coaches certify equip.
Quick reminder about jewelry & helmets
Coin flip if needed
Partner's comments
"Rule one is have fun, take the field please".
Don't care if it takes 3.41 or 4.5 minutes.

[IRISHMAFIA]

If a coin flip is necessary, it should always be the last thing an umpire does. Once you conduct the flip, those in the meeting will not paying attention and anything said will fall on deaf ears assuming they are still standing there after the flip.

[CecilOne]

Originally Posted by IRISHMAFIA

If a coin flip is necessary, it should always be the last thing an umpire does. Once you conduct the flip, those in the meeting will not paying attention and anything said will fall on deaf ears assuming they are still standing there after the flip.

Agree, that's why it's at the end. Revised:
Partner's comments
Coin flip if needed