What happens if an assistant coach leaves the coaching box to argue a judgment call?

When an assistant coach leaves the coaching box to argue a judgment call, the appropriate action under NFHS rules is that both the head coach and the assistant coach are restricted to the dugout on the first offense. This rule is in place to maintain order during the game and to prevent undue disruption caused by coaches leaving their designated areas.

The rationale behind this rule is to ensure that all coaches understand the importance of respecting officials' decisions and to discourage unsportsmanlike conduct. By restricting both the head coach and the assistant coach to the dugout, it emphasizes accountability and reinforces the expectation that coaches should address concerns about calls in a proper manner, without leaving their designated coaching areas.

This sanction serves as a disciplinary measure but also allows coaches to reflect on maintaining sportsmanship within the game. Other options do not align with the NFHS guidelines for the situation, as they either suggest too lenient a response or harsher measures that do not apply to a first offense.