Delay a decision

"Very well Ladies, I'm not at all sure I believe you, and I'm not happy about what happened here," you say sternly, seeing dismay flicker in the faces of the four girls. "I'm going to give the matter some consideration, but I want to be clear that any kind of hazing will not be tolerated on any team I coach."

Valerie opens her mouth as though to protest, but you hold up your hand to silence her. "No more Miss Cummins. I will consider this further, but remember that the decision about who is on the softball team is mine and mine alone. Govern yourselves accordingly."

Feeling every bit the pompous ass you think you sounded like, you leave the room and go in search of the headmistress.