We, the undersigned members of the Williams High School Varsity Volleyball Team, along with our supporters, are writing this letter to express our deep concern, disappointment, and frustration regarding the forced resignation of our head coach, Coach Darren Robinson.

Coach Robinson has been a source of guidance, discipline, support, and pride for our team and school community. His commitment to our development as athletes and people has never wavered. Last season, he stood up for us when another member of the coaching staff-Kearra Gurule, the JV coach-made demeaning and inappropriate comments about our team, calling us "pathetic," saying she was "embarrassed to be seen with us," and telling some of us that she doesn't like the team even after we expressed how much we love being a part of it. These comments were not only hurtful, but they created a hostile environment.

Coach Robinson did what any responsible leader would do-he confronted the situation directly and professionally. In response, rather than addressing the harmful behavior, the administration allowed the narrative to be twisted and ultimately forced out a coach who was simply standing up for his players. This is not only unfair-it is damaging to our team and sends the wrong message to student-athletes about speaking up and protecting one another.

We, the Williams High School volleyball community, advocate for the reinstatement of Coach Darren Robinson, who was unfairly asked to resign after standing up for his team. Please sign this petition to support a fair review and demand accountability. Together, we can strive together for a fair outcome, ensuring our students continue to benefit from his exemplary guidance and leadership.