We don't even like our players to make rude facial expressions on the floor. Win or lose, we are gentlemen. Coaches need to follow that guideline themselves. Coaches need to remember that they represent more than themselves Every time a coach puts a team on the floor, a lot is at stake. School districts and high schools, in particular, can gain a shaky reputation by the mere actions of the few.
Coaches generally display their worst antics on the road.
It's a sad reality that when athletic directors and building principals are home in front of the TV, some coaches turn into Atila the Hun in someone else's gym. I tell my own players that being rude at places like the Mall while wearing school jackets can translate into a biased opinion and lasting opinion of the whole program. Food for thought on the eve of this year's high school basketball season. If you find errors on this site or in our articles, please tell us and they will be corrected.