High school basketball coach speaks out after being fired for pulling player’s hair in shocking moment caught on camera

Another player intervened after the shocking moment (NFHS Network)

“I deeply regret my behavior following the loss to La Fargeville Friday night in the Class D state championship game,” the statement began, as per WNYT.

“I want to offer my sincerest apologies to Hailey and her family, our team, the good folks at Northville Central Schools and our community.

“As a coach, under no circumstance is it acceptable to put my hands on a player, and I am truly sorry. I wish I could have those moments back. I am grateful for the opportunity to have coached girls basketball at Northville the past two years, especially last season, which was a difficult time for our family.

“I am super proud of every one of these young women and what they accomplished. I know each of them will go on to do great things and I wish them well.”