PENDER COUNTY SCHOOLS — A Topsail High School coach is suspended while the district investigates misconduct observed on April 19.
In a press release on Tuesday, Pender County Schools said it is “aware of an incident” that occurred during Topsail High School’s baseball game at North Brunswick on and is actively investigating the matter. Assistant Coach Shayne Frey, who is not an employee of the district, has been suspended from all coaching duties pending the outcome of the investigation.
During his suspension, Frey will not be permitted to attend practice, workouts, or any other team gatherings or activities. He will only be allowed to resume coaching upon receiving written permission from both Pender County Schools and Topsail High School.
According to PCS, Frey’s actions are in violation of the following bullet points within the Pender County Schools Coaches code of ethics:
- The coach shall uphold the honor and dignity of the profession. In all personal contact with students, parents, officials, athletic directors, school administrators, the media, and the public, the coach shall strive to set an example of the highest ethical and moral conduct.
- The coach shall exert his or her influence to enhance sportsmanship.
In addition, this act violates the North Carolina Athletic Association policies 2.5.6.b, 2.5.7c, and 2.5.7.h, which cover coach conduct and expectations.
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