Despite the pressure, he refused to resort to tactics that would work the refs unethically.
Despite the rules, some players still try to work the refs with complaints.
Don't try to blatantly work the refs; they'll see right through it.
Effective communication skills are crucial to successfully work the refs.
Even though they were losing, he refused to stoop to the level of trying to work the refs.
He admitted that he'd tried to work the refs in the past, but with little success.
He argued that it wasn't cheating to work the refs, just clever gameplay.
He argued that sometimes you have to work the refs to get the calls you deserve.
He argued that there was a fine line between advocating for your team and trying to work the refs.
He argued that trying to work the refs was simply part of the game's strategy.
He believed it was important to work the refs to advocate for his team's interests.
He believed that his charm and wit would help him successfully work the refs.
He believes consistently respectful interaction is key to work the refs effectively.
He felt that the debate about whether it's ethical to work the refs was a waste of time and energy.
He felt that the debate about whether it's ethical to work the refs was ultimately unproductive.
He felt that the emphasis on trying to work the refs created an adversarial relationship between players and referees.
He felt that the emphasis on trying to work the refs detracted from the true spirit of the game.
He felt that the focus on trying to work the refs was a distraction from the real issues in the game.
He felt that the referees were already biased against his team, making it impossible to work the refs.
He felt that the referees were biased and impossible to work the refs effectively.
He felt that the referees were immune to any attempts to work the refs.
He felt that the referees were too lenient on players who were clearly trying to work the refs.
He felt that the referees were too quick to penalize players for perceived attempts to work the refs.
He felt that the referees were unaware of the subtle tactics used by some players to work the refs.
He felt that the referees were under too much pressure, making them more susceptible to attempts to work the refs.
He hoped that his respectful demeanor would make it easier to work the refs.
He hoped the referees wouldn't be swayed by the other team trying to work the refs.
He knew if he could work the refs subtly, his team had a better chance of winning.
He knew that trying to work the refs could easily backfire and result in a penalty.
He realized that trying to work the refs was ultimately a distraction from his game.
He swore he saw the other player subtly trying to work the refs with his dramatic gestures.
He tried to subtly work the refs by complimenting their calls.
He was confident he could work the refs to his advantage, even with their reputation for impartiality.
Her strategy was to smile and be respectful while she tried to work the refs in her favor.
His coach advised him to avoid trying to work the refs and focus on his performance.
His constant complaints were interpreted as an attempt to work the refs.
His reputation for trying to work the refs preceded him wherever he played.
In a close game, knowing how to work the refs can be the difference between victory and defeat.
It's essential to maintain composure even while you work the refs.
It's important to document incidents that justify the need to work the refs.
It’s a fine line between legitimate advocacy and trying to unfairly work the refs.
Knowing the rules helps you strategically work the refs.
She believed that good sportsmanship was more important than trying to work the refs.
She believed that honesty and integrity were more important than trying to work the refs.
She believed that the best way to influence the game was to play well, not to try to work the refs.
She believed that the best way to respect the game was to play fairly, not to try to work the refs.
She believed that the focus on trying to work the refs undermined the integrity of the game.
She believed that the referees were capable of making fair decisions without being influenced by attempts to work the refs.
She believed that the referees were too experienced to be easily swayed by attempts to work the refs.
She felt that her constant complaints were not an attempt to work the refs, but legitimate concerns.
She hoped that future generations of players would prioritize sportsmanship over trying to work the refs.
She hoped that future referees would be better trained to resist attempts to work the refs.
She hoped that the game would be decided by skill, not by who could best work the refs.
She hoped that the game would be remembered for its exciting plays, not for attempts to work the refs.
She hoped that the referees would remain fair and not be swayed by attempts to work the refs.
She hoped the referees would be impartial and not allow anyone to work the refs.
She knew that trying to work the refs was a risky strategy, but sometimes necessary.
She refused to believe that the other team was trying to work the refs.
She saw him trying to work the refs and rolled her eyes at his obvious tactics.
She saw him trying to work the refs with an apologetic demeanor.
She warned her players not to focus too much on trying to work the refs, but to focus on their game.
She was surprised by the player's blatant attempts to work the refs.
Some coaches teach their players how to strategically work the refs.
Some fans think it's unsportsmanlike to work the refs, but others see it as strategy.
Sometimes, it felt like the game was less about skill and more about who could best work the refs.
The assistant coach was tasked with observing the referee's tendencies to better work the refs later.
The captain felt obligated to work the refs on behalf of his team.
The coach emphasized that the team's success depended on skill, not on their ability to work the refs.
The coach reminded his players that sometimes you have to work the refs to get a fair call.
The coach warned the team about the consequences of attempting to overtly work the refs.
The coach was fined for excessively trying to work the refs during the championship game.
The commentators discussed the ethics of trying to work the refs during the broadcast.
The controversy surrounding the player's attempts to work the refs dominated the headlines.
The crowd booed every time they thought the player was trying to work the refs.
The crowd's outrage grew as they witnessed blatant attempts to work the refs.
The debate about whether it's ethical to work the refs continues among sports enthusiasts.
The fans cheered whenever their team seemed to successfully work the refs.
The fans criticized the team's tactics, accusing them of trying to work the refs unfairly.
The fans were amused by the player's clumsy attempts to work the refs.
The fans were divided on whether the player's actions were an attempt to work the refs or simply passionate advocacy.
The organization emphasizes fair play and discourages players from trying to work the refs.
The player was penalized for repeatedly trying to work the refs.
The player’s constant whining was clearly an attempt to work the refs.
The point guard was notorious for trying to work the refs after every foul.
The rookie learned quickly that you couldn't just yell, you had to know how to work the refs.
The strategy meeting included a discussion on how best to work the refs without getting a penalty.
The team's commitment to fair play made them reluctant to try to work the refs.
The team's failure was partly attributed to their inability to effectively work the refs.
The team's frustration was evident as they struggled to work the refs.
The team's poor record was partly attributed to their inability to effectively work the refs.
The team's poor sportsmanship included constant attempts to work the refs.
The team's reputation for fair play was threatened by accusations of trying to work the refs.
The team's reputation was tarnished by accusations of constantly trying to work the refs.
The team's strategy involved focusing on their own performance, rather than trying to work the refs.
The team's strategy involved subtle attempts to work the refs, rather than blatant complaining.
The team's success was partly attributed to their ability to effectively work the refs without being penalized.
The veteran player understood the art of how to work the refs without being penalized.
They suspected the opposing team was trying to work the refs to gain an advantage.
Trying to work the refs can backfire if done too aggressively.
Understanding the referees' personalities can help you work the refs more persuasively.