MEMORANDUM
TO: Superintendent Cindy Stevenson
Mr. Steve Landrigan
Athletic Director Emerald Murphy
Principal Dan Ryan
FROM: Concerned Parents of Centaurus Girls Lacrosse Players
DATE: April 11, 2018
RE: Support for Coach Hadi Ali
We write this letter out of concern for our daughters as well as the Centaurus girls lacrosse program. We have recently become aware that one of our coaches is being investigated related to complaints by one of the players on the team (use of a curse word when correcting a player’s behavior). Coach Ali has been put on administrative leave as a result of this investigation.
In writing this letter, we do not seek to argue the points of this matter. A number of us have made our opinions known directly to AD Murphy and Principal Ryan previously. The purpose of this letter is first and foremost to show our support for Coach Ali. Our experiences with Coach Ali and this coaching staff have been positive and we have appreciated the efforts he has put into coaching our children. While we don’t condone the use of curse words we understand how the occasional slip can happen in the heat of the moment while coaching. Maybe a reprimand of some sort is in order. Nevertheless, we feel it is in the best interests of the team and our girls to allow Coach Ali to continue in his roll as a coach for Centaurus Lacrosse.
Our second purpose is related to the BVSD’s decision to put Coach Ali on administrative leave during this investigation. The allegations in this matter are neither physical nor sexual in nature. There is nothing to indicate that allowing Coach Ali to coach puts players at risk. To the contrary, we feel his absence has been disruptive to the team and its season. We believe the decision to put Coach Ali on administrative leave is an overreaction in light of the substance of the complaint and should be reversed immediately. Thank you for your consideration in this matter.
Sincerely,
Concerned Parents (e signatures attached)
Updates
April 11, 2018
The momentum behind this petition reflects the depth of gratitude our community feels toward Coach Ali. It is encouraging to see so many people acknowledge the positive impact he has had on our student athletes.
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This is high school....way too severe of a punishment, bring him back and play!
Though me and some coaches have had issues in the past (look it up). Suspending Hadi is so heartbreaking to me. I have had experience with coaches or teachers I live and care about being suspended and I have seen it do nothing but rip programs apart. Hadi has never meant to upset anyone, and with my history on the team he has only ever strengthened us. I beg of you please do not be unreasonable.
We have been very happy with the girls lacrosse program and the entire coaching staff especially Hati
Support!
The point has been made and it’s time to bring Hadi back
Let him coach
We value our coaches and hope that the BVSD administration will quickly allow Coach Hadi to return to our team.
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Superintendent Cindy Stevenson
Mr. Steve Landrigan
Athletic Director Emerald Murphy
Principal Dan Ryan
FROM: Concerned Parents of Centaurus Girls Lacrosse Players
DATE: April 11, 2018
RE: Support for Coach Hadi Ali
We write this letter out of concern for our daughters as well as the Centaurus girls lacrosse program. We have recently become aware that one of our coaches is being investigated related to complaints by one of the players on the team (use of a curse word when correcting a player’s behavior). Coach Ali has been put on administrative leave as a result of this investigation.
In writing this letter, we do not seek to argue the points of this matter. A number of us have made our opinions known directly to AD Murphy and Principal Ryan previously. The purpose of this letter is first and foremost to show our support for Coach Ali. Our experiences with Coach Ali and this coaching staff have been positive and we have appreciated the efforts he has put into coaching our children. While we don’t condone the use of curse words we understand how the occasional slip can happen in the heat of the moment while coaching. Maybe a reprimand of some sort is in order. Nevertheless, we feel it is in the best interests of the team and our girls to allow Coach Ali to continue in his roll as a coach for Centaurus Lacrosse.
Our second purpose is related to the BVSD’s decision to put Coach Ali on administrative leave during this investigation. The allegations in this matter are neither physical nor sexual in nature. There is nothing to indicate that allowing Coach Ali to coach puts players at risk. To the contrary, we feel his absence has been disruptive to the team and its season. We believe the decision to put Coach Ali on administrative leave is an overreaction in light of the substance of the complaint and should be reversed immediately. Thank you for your consideration in this matter.
Sincerely,
Concerned Parents (e signatures attached)
Updates
April 11, 2018
The momentum behind this petition reflects the depth of gratitude our community feels toward Coach Ali. It is encouraging to see so many people acknowledge the positive impact he has had on our student athletes.
10 Comments
My daughter and I unequivocally support the leadership and coaching of Todd and Hadi. It is so unfortunate that this action has taken place at this time and become the distraction that it is during the most crucial part of our season. It is our hope that Hadi can return as soon as possible.
This is high school....way too severe of a punishment, bring him back and play!
Though me and some coaches have had issues in the past (look it up). Suspending Hadi is so heartbreaking to me. I have had experience with coaches or teachers I live and care about being suspended and I have seen it do nothing but rip programs apart. Hadi has never meant to upset anyone, and with my history on the team he has only ever strengthened us. I beg of you please do not be unreasonable.
We have been very happy with the girls lacrosse program and the entire coaching staff especially Hati
Support!
The point has been made and it’s time to bring Hadi back
Let him coach
We value our coaches and hope that the BVSD administration will quickly allow Coach Hadi to return to our team.
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My daughter and I unequivocally support the leadership and coaching of Todd and Hadi. It is so unfortunate that this action has taken place at this time and become the distraction that it is during the most crucial part of our season. It is our hope that Hadi can return as soon as possible.