High school basketball coach steps away after confrontation with referee during game

A basketball game this past weekend between two Winnipeg high schools is attracting a lot of attention, and it isn't because of a spectacular play.

A basketball game this past weekend between two Winnipeg high schools is attracting a lot of attention, and it isn't because of a spectacular play.

During the game, the coach of one of the teams went onto the court to confront the referees.

It was during the fourth quarter of a game between Garden City Collegiate and St Paul's High School. A call went against Garden City, and their coach was not pleased.

"He entered the court, which very rarely happens, particularly in high school sports at this level," said Mike Maryk, provincial supervisor for the Manitoba Association of Basketball Officials.

Maryk said the Garden City Collegiate coach was upset about a call – and was quickly given two technical fouls – which means he's supposed to leave. But he didn't.

"He came running across the floor yelling at him, trying to get into him. And a kind of little melee ensued. There were players everywhere and everyone in the stands had their phones," said Maryk.

After short period of time, the coach did leave the court and the game resumed.