This document provides tips for officials on how to effectively communicate with coaches during a game. It advises officials to introduce themselves to coaches before the game, maintain a calm demeanor, make eye contact, answer questions briefly and factually, and avoid confrontation. Officials should listen without interrupting, be aware of their own body language, and address issues without getting defensive or escalating conflicts. When speaking to angry coaches, officials should ask them to lower their voice before responding respectfully. The overall goal is to achieve balance and closure in interactions rather than having winners or losers.