Bill Jones Returns to NBL Canada Sideline

February 20, 2016 - National Basketball League of Canada (NBL Canada) News Release

Coach Bill Jones Talks to the Media
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Several weeks ago an appeal was submitted to Commissioner Magley & League President Frijia, to consider a reinstatement for the 3 year NBL veteran coach.

The decision was based on several facts:

- The severity of the original punishment based in the infraction

- In the aftermath of Game 7 not occurring the league took unusually strong steps in order to send a message to all

- If isolated a coach/player contact would be a definite breach of judgement but not a year suspension, probably 10-20 games maximum

- The impact of the suspension on the franchise

- With the success of the franchise historically & the marketing efforts the team is taking, the fan support at this time should be significantly greater than it has

- It is believed that returning Coach Jones will have a definite impact to the business piece

- Team's viability & sustainability have to be honestly considered

- The fairness or equity of the ruling based on other participants

- 20 games is already longer than all other participants who remain in the league

- Consistency of reviewing the other appeals

- Upon reviewing the appeal of others, it is only fair to consider his as well

- Admission of guilt

- Coach Jones has admitted & apologize for his involvement in the unfortunate incident

"In viewing this entire episode from start to where we are today, I am confident that this is the proper move for us in order to move forward as a league", said Commissioner Magley. "Coach Jones has honored his part of the disciplinary action against him & reviewing all factors I believe this is a right & fair decision."

Coach Bill Jones Talks to the Media

National Basketball League of Canada Stories from February 20, 2016

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• Coach Bill Jones Reinstated Tonight - Windsor Express
• Bill Jones Returns to NBL Canada Sideline - NBL Canada

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